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EPFL researchers have developed a groundbreaking method using soundwaves to direct floating objects, like a ping-pong ball, around an obstacle course in water. This innovative, optics-inspired approach could revolutionize biomedical applications, such as noninvasive targeted drug delivery. Unlike optical tweezers, the sound-based wave momentum shaping technique is not limited by the object’s environment or physical […]
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We extend our gratitude to Voltage Park, Dell, H5, and NVIDIA for aiding in setting up our massive cluster. With the guidance of Ozan, Melissa, Drew, Michael, and David at Voltage Park, we successfully trained a 70B parameter model from scratch that surpassed zero-shot GPT-4o on reasoning tasks. Our comprehensive guide covers setting up infrastructure, […]
Substack is looking for Systems Engineers to help build and maintain the infrastructure that supports their growing product ecosystem. The role involves collaborating with various teams to design resilient systems and enhance user experience. The compensation package includes a competitive salary, equity, and benefits. Candidates should have at least 5 years of software engineering experience, […]
Milk-V has unveiled the Milk-V Jupiter, powered by the cutting-edge SpacemiT K1/M1 SoC. This Mini ITX device sets a new standard by supporting both RVA22 and RVV1.0, advancing RISC-V computing. Boasting an octa-core X60 processor and 2.0 TOPS AI processing power, the Milk-V Jupiter promises top-tier performance for machine learning and AI tasks. With impressive […]
The Rhisotope Project at Wits University has successfully inserted low doses of radioisotopes into 20 live rhinoceros, aiming to create detectable horn markers to combat poaching. The project, led by Professor James Larkin, plans to expand to elephants, pangolins, and other species. The use of nuclear technology in wildlife conservation is groundbreaking and has the […]
In recent years, there has been a concerning increase in clear air turbulence events affecting commercial aircraft, leading to injuries, emergency landings, and even fatalities. Clear Air Turbulence (CAT) occurs at high altitudes and is becoming more common due to climate change intensifying atmospheric conditions. Wind shear, jet streams, temperature gradients, mountain waves, and atmospheric […]
The Apple ][ is a vintage computer with a rich history. Designed in 1977 by Wozniak, it stood out with video extravagance and sixteen colors, unlike competitors like Commodore and Tandy. The CPU and graphics system accessed RAM independently, a unique feature. Woz’s design choices were cost-effective, using discrete logic over chips. The Apple II’s […]
In September 2015, the first direct detection of gravitational waves changed the course of physics. Astronomers now ‘hear’ cosmic events, in addition to ‘seeing’ them. This breakthrough has provided a new sense of exploration for physicists, revealing secrets of the universe previously unknown. The window opened by the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-wave Observatory has led to […]
Dorkly offers a free and open-source feature flag system that integrates smoothly with LaunchDarkly’s SDKs. This git-based system allows for consistent implementation of feature flagging across various programming languages. Dorkly aims to simplify the feature flagging process without adding more cognitive burden. It can easily be integrated into existing workflows for users of Terraform, AWS, […]
Jacob Baynham, an award-winning writer, takes readers on a journey through the origins and significance of lithium in the universe and human history. From the explosive Big Bang birth to its modern psychiatric applications, lithium’s unique properties and mysterious nature make it a standout element in the periodic table. With anecdotes from astronomers and historical […]