NYU’s Center for Quantum Information Physics, IBM Quantum Join Up to Train Tomorrow’s Pioneers in Cutting-Edge Research

nikholasSeptember 20, 202206 mins

New York University’s Center for Quantum Information Physics and IBM Quantum, a research arm of the technology corporation, have established a partnership to train NYU undergraduates and graduates in quantum information physics. IBM Quantum will hire undergraduate and graduate student researchers at the NYU Center for Quantum Information Physics as paid interns in the company’s…

Protecting maternal health in Rwanda | MIT News

nikholasSeptember 18, 2022014 mins

The world is facing a maternal health crisis. According to the World Health Organization, approximately 810 women die each day due to preventable causes related to pregnancy and childbirth. Two-thirds of these deaths occur in sub-Saharan Africa. In Rwanda, one of the leading causes of maternal mortality is infected Cesarean section wounds. An interdisciplinary team…

Why do computers get more powerful, but cost the same?

nikholasSeptember 17, 2022010 mins

This is just one of the stories from our “I’ve Always Wondered” series, where we tackle all of your questions about the world of business, no matter how big or small. Ever wondered if recycling is worth it? Or how store brands stack up against name brands? Check out more from the series here. Listener Mike Sealander from Brooklin,…

“Kids are people too!” | MIT News

nikholasSeptember 16, 2022011 mins

Professor Hal Abelson has dedicated his career to making information technology more accessible to all and empowering people — kids, in particular — through computer science. But his storied career in computer science began with Abelson coming to MIT in 1969 to pursue his interest in mathematics. “The thing I like to remind students of…

Targeting Russia’s Senior Officials, Defense Industrial Base, and Human Rights Abusers

nikholasSeptember 15, 2022027 mins

The Department of State is taking additional actions to impose cost on Russia for its heinous aggression against Ukraine. Today’s actions also further align with those taken by our allies and partners. RUSSIAN GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS MAXIM STANISLAVOVICH ORESHKIN is being designated pursuant to Executive Order (E.O.) 14024 Section 1(a)(iii)(A) because he is a leader, official,…

MIT coding course at D.C. jail teaches tech skills to the incarcerated

nikholasSeptember 13, 2022010 mins

The last time Rochell Crowder held an office job, he said, it was 1983 and computers were not yet central to everyday life. But on Thursday, after almost four decades of odd jobs and crimes that landed him in and out of jail, the 57-year-old completed a computer science course taught by PhD candidates from…

NEXCOM’s Applications of Advanced Transportation Computer Technology at InnoTrans 2022

nikholasSeptember 11, 202204 mins

NEXCOM’s Applications of Advanced Transportation Computer Technology at InnoTrans 2022 After 4 years, NEXCOM is hyped to highlight the strengths of its mobile computing solutions and domain know-how, with the aim to strengthen public safety, infotainment, and security, NEXCOM will showcase its Video Surveillance Solution, Passenger Infotainment Solution, and Edge AI Computing Solutions at InnoTrans…

The U.S Open replaces human line judges with optical technology : NPR

nikholasSeptember 10, 2022012 mins

Rajeev Ram and Joe Salisbury return a shot against Neal Skupski and Wesley Koolhof during their Men’s Doubles Final match on Friday at the U.S. Open. Al Bello/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Al Bello/Getty Images Rajeev Ram and Joe Salisbury return a shot against Neal Skupski and Wesley Koolhof during their Men’s Doubles Final…

Computer appreciation class highlights technology’s impact on daily life

nikholasSeptember 9, 202202 mins

John Gallagher, professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and the Department of Computer Science, created the class with the hope of offering students of any major a greater understanding of how the technology they use impacts the actions and outcomes of everyday life. “Technology is everywhere and touches all of us. We…

Science & Tech Spotlight: Brain-Computer Interfaces

nikholasSeptember 8, 2022011 mins

Why This Matters Brain-computer interfaces allow people to control machines using their thoughts. These interfaces can help people with disabilities as well as enhance human-computer interactions. For example, warfighters might operate a drone hands-free on the battlefield. However, the technology remains largely experimental, and it raises questions about security, ethics, and equity. The Technology What…