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A new way to spot signs of dark matter

Wed, 13 May 2026 10:44:11 EDT

Dark matter is thought to make up most of the matter in the universe, but the only way it interacts with its surroundings is through gravity. If two colliding black holes spiral through a dense region of dark matter and merge, gravitational waves rippling across space and time could carry an imprint of that dark matter. - - Now, physicists may be able to spot such imprints of dark matter in gravitational waves that are detected on Earth. - - Researchers at MIT and in Europe have developed a...

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GMV showcases advanced technology capabilities to the Community of Madrid

Mon, 11 May 2026 05:58:06 EDT

During the visit, she was introduced firsthand to the Q-MIND project, a strategic initiative promoted by the Community of Madrid to accelerate the development and application of quantum technologies - - Led by GMV, the project has a budget exceeding €5.3 million and integrates quantum computing and communications, as well as post-quantum cybersecurity - - The Regional Minister for Education, Science and Universities of the Community of Madrid, Mercedes Zarzalejo, visited GMV's facilities...

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Astronomers pin down the origins of a planetary odd couple

Wed, 6 May 2026 14:42:59 EDT

Across the Milky Way galaxy, a planetary odd couple is circling a star some 190 light years from Earth. A normally “lonely” hot Jupiter is sharing space with a mini-Neptune, in a rare and unlikely pairing that's had astronomers puzzled since the system's discovery in 2020. - - Now MIT scientists have caught a glimpse into the atmosphere of the mini-Neptune, which is circling inside the orbit of its Jupiter-sized companion, and discovered clues to explain the origins of this unusual planetar...

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A new collaboration between academic research and business to create the rubber of the future

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:17:39 EDT

- - • Michelin, the CNRS, INSA Lyon, Lyon 1 University, and Jean Monnet University are inaugurating an associated research laboratory to conduct research on and develop next generation rubber. - • The goal is to develop new eco-designed, recyclable, and high-performance polymers that are less energy intensive to produce. - • This 10th collaboration between Michelin and the CNRS represents a new lever for accelerating innovation and developing next generation rubber for both tyres and ot...

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Meta and CBRE Invest in American Jobs Through New Fiber Technician Training Program

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 01:13:51 EDT

Takeaways - - - • We're announcing LevelUp: a multi-year initiative that provides free, rapid training to turn thousands of Americans with no prior experience into high-paid fiber technicians, filling a critical skills gap. - - • The LevelUp program will equip trainees with a range of technical skills, and through Meta's contractor network, successful graduates will have the opportunity to work at our US construction sites. - - • Through our partnership with CBRE, we're advancing our comm...

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Burberry x London College of Fashion, UAL: 'Reimagining Materials' Competition returns for a Second Year in Celebration of Young Creative Talent

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 01:34:41 EDT

This year's competition invited students to respond to a real industry brief  to reimagine  Burberry's iconic trench and car coats in celebration of  the brand's  170th anniversary. Building on the success of last year's competition, students were challenged to transform iconic Burberry silhouettes into original products. - - Incorporating circularity through design, 20 shortlisted students received a Burberry Her...

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NASA, Organ Sharing Network UNOS to Study Faster Organ Transport

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:14:12 EDT

Every second counts in the life-saving world of medical transplants. To help address that urgency, NASA's Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia, is teaming up with the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) to explore faster, more reliable ways to transport donor organs using advanced aviation technologies. - - NASA Langley and UNOS will collaborate under a new Space Act Agreement announced during a ceremony Tuesday at UNOS' headquarters in Richmond, Va. - - The partnership brings...

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Thales, Viasat and partners complete Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) connectivity demo

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:51:37 EDT

Viasat Inc., a global leader in satellite communications, and partners Thales, Dimetor, TTP plc and the European Space Agency (ESA), have completed successful flight trials at Cranfield University using the National Flying Laboratory Centre's Bulldog light aircraft, as part of the Iris RPAS programme. - - The initiative is contributing to a coordinated effort to build real-world evidence around trusted, resilient connectivity for BVLOS uncrewed aircraft operations. - - The trial forms part...

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From “Chilecon Valley” to the World

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 02:18:50 EDT

ACM, the Association for Computing Machinery, announced Ricardo Baeza-Yates as the recipient of the 2025 ACM Luiz Andr� Barroso Award, recognizing his pioneering contributions to algorithms and information retrieval as well as his leadership in fostering a vibrant transnational research community across Latin America. - - The ACM Luiz Andr� Barroso Award recognizes researchers from historically underrepresented communities who have made fundamental contributions to computer science. The aw...

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UK start-ups to power a new wave of quantum innovation

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:02:24 EDT

The start-ups have joined the DeepTech Catalyst Quantum incubator programme (DTC Quantum), where they will use quantum technologies to develop and commercialise new products designed to deliver practical, real-world benefits. - - DTC Quantum is led by the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) in collaboration with the UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) National Quantum Computing Centre (NQCC) at the Harwell Science and Innovation Campus, Oxfordshire. - - The programme supports star...

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