University of Cincinnati Study Unveils Sleep's Crucial Role for Pregnant Cockroaches and Human Mothers Alike
The study from the University of Cincinnati finds that like humans, pregnant cockroaches need more sleep for their offspring's health, impacting gestation and milk protein production.
ORNL Scientists Uncover New Insights on Plant-Soil Interactions, Potentially Enhancing Crop Resilience and Energy Security
ORNL researchers studied plant root-soil interactions, using untargeted metabolomics to explore rhizodeposition impacts on plant and soil microbes, potentially aiding energy and food crop growth.
MIT and Duke University Researchers Utilize AI to Forge Tougher Plastics, Potentially Revolutionizing Material Science
MIT and Duke researchers used machine learning to identify ferrocene-based mechanophores for stronger plastics, potentially extending product lifetimes and reducing waste.
New Species of Fungus Discovered in Durham County's Preserved Forestland Spurs Biodiversity Research
Scientists discovered a new fungus, Russula neoelpidensis, in Durham County's New Hope Creek Preserve, indicating rich local biodiversity and the importance of pristine environments for unique species.
AI's Rising Energy Demands Could Lead to Higher Electricity Bills, Baltimore Sun Investigation Reveals
The article discusses the rising energy demands and economic impacts of AI technology, highlighting concerns about increased electric bills and the need for more energy-efficient AI systems.
University of Cincinnati Engineers Mimic Albatross for Advanced Drone Technology, DARPA-funded Project Featured on Earth.com
University of Cincinnati researchers are developing drones inspired by albatrosses' efficient flight, aiming to replicate their energy-conserving soaring technique with funding from DARPA.
Oklahoma City Partners with NobleReach Foundation to Welcome Tech Talent for Innovative Government Solutions
NobleReachâ„¢ Foundation will send three 2025 Scholars to the Oklahoma City Office of Innovation to aid in technological development using their data science and business innovation skills.
Oak Ridge National Laboratory Enhances Microbial Research with Advanced AFM Technology and Machine Learning
ORNL scientists have enhanced atomic force microscopy to improve the study of bacterial biofilms, linking individual bacteria with biofilm structure and using machine learning to analyze data, published in npj Biofilms and Microbiomes.
North Carolina Treasury Boosts Efficiency with OpenAI's ChatGPT, Treasurer Briner Highlights AI's Role in Public Service
The North Carolina Treasury Department's efficiency improved after a 12-week trial using ChatGPT, saving time on tasks like financial analysis and detecting inconsistencies, though caution was advised due to occasional AI errors.












