Texas Water Systems Surpass New Federal Safety Limits for "Forever Chemicals" in Major Cities Like Fort Worth and Dallas
Nearly 50 Texan water systems exceed new federal safety limits for PFAS, dubbed "forever chemicals," prompting health concerns and discussions on costly cleanup methods.
Eleven UT Austin Faculty Members Earn Prestigious AAAS Fellowships for STEM Achievements
Eleven University of Texas at Austin faculty members are elected AAAS fellows for notable advancements in STEM fields, including breakthroughs in AI, enzyme design for plastic degradation, and water resource management.
MIT and University of Washington Researchers Develop AI that Predicts Human Quirks in Decision-Making
Researchers at MIT and the University of Washington have developed a model that anticipates human errors by considering our decision-making constraints, aiming to improve AI's predictive abilities regarding human behavior.
Video Shows Waymo Robotaxis Go Awry, Disrupt San Francisco Highway Entrance Traffic
A fleet of Waymo autonomous taxis took a wrong turn in San Francisco, blocking a Highway 101 ramp and causing traffic issues that were resolved by Waymo's roadside team within 30 minutes.
MIT's LiTweeture Sparks Meronymity Trend to Boost Credibility While Protecting Privacy Online
MIT researchers introduce "meronymity," an online interaction method that balances anonymity with credibility by letting users share select professional attributes. This concept aims to foster open discussions without full disclosure of identity.












