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Movable microstructures from the printer

Laser-based 3D printing can already be used today to produce any structure on a micrometer scale. However, for many applications, especially in biomedicine, it would be advantageous if the printed objects were not rigid but switchable. Researchers have now been able to print microstructures that change shape under the influence of temperature or light. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/01/190129124956.htm

Falcon 9, Crew Dragon Roll to Launch Pad

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ISS Daily Summary Report – 1/28/2019

Electro-static Levitation Furnace (ELF): Over the weekend, a crewmember installed ELF cartridge unit 001. ELF is an experimental facility designed to levitate, melt and solidify materials by containerless processing techniques using the electrostatic levitation method. With this facility thermophysical property of high temperature, melts can be measured and solidification from deeply undercooled melts can be … from ISS On-Orbit Status Report https://blogs.nasa.gov/stationreport/2019/01/28/iss-daily-summary-report-1-28-2019/

Graphene: Large, stable pieces of graphene produced with unique edge pattern

Graphene is a promising material for use in nanoelectronics. Its electronic properties depend greatly, however, on how the edges of the carbon layer are formed. Zigzag patterns are particularly interesting in this respect, but until now it has been virtually impossible to create edges with a pattern like this. Chemists and physicists have now succeeded in producing stable nanographene with a zigzag edge. Not only that, the method they used was even comparatively simple. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/01/190129101915.htm

Fluid-inspired material self-heals before your eyes

Engineers have developed a new coating strategy for metal that self-heals within seconds when scratched, scraped or cracked. The novel material could prevent these tiny defects from turning into localized corrosion, which can cause major structures to fail. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/01/190129093717.htm

Fluid-inspired material self-heals before your eyes

Engineers have developed a new coating strategy for metal that self-heals within seconds when scratched, scraped or cracked. The novel material could prevent these tiny defects from turning into localized corrosion, which can cause major structures to fail. from All Top News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/01/190129093717.htm

Superconductors: Resistance is futile

New experimental results change the way we think about high-temperature superconductors. This may show us the way to the 'holy grail of solid state physics' -- the high-temperature superconductor which works at room temperature. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/01/190129093720.htm

Creating a blueprint for cortical connectivity

Taking the first step towards actualizing a blueprint of the brain, researchers have developed a novel technique capable of tracing intricate neural connections with unprecedented sensitivity. By innovatively combining cutting-edge genetic tools with the established technique of monosynaptic tracing, scientists have created a powerful new tool named intersectional monosynaptic tracing (iMT), capable of unraveling the elaborate circuits within the brain. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/01/190128161523.htm

"PUBG-Wala Hai Kya?" 10 Things to Know About the Game PM Modi Namechecked

PUBG Mobile is one of the most popular games in India and the biggest sign of its popularity was it being name-dropped by Prime Minister Modi. Here's everything you need to know about it. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/apps/features/pubg-wala-hai-kya-10-things-to-know-about-the-game-pm-modi-namechecked-1985123

"PUBG-Wala Hai Kya?" 10 Things to Know About the Game PM Modi Namechecked

PUBG Mobile is one of the most popular games in India and the biggest sign of its popularity was it being name-dropped by Prime Minister Modi. Here's everything you need to know about it. from RSS Feeds | APPLE - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/apps/features/pubg-wala-hai-kya-10-things-to-know-about-the-game-pm-modi-namechecked-1985123

Collaborative video games could increase office productivity

Move over trust falls and ropes courses, turns out playing video games with coworkers is the real path to better performance at the office. A new study by information systems professors found newly-formed work teams experienced a 20 percent increase in productivity on subsequent tasks after playing video games together for just 45 minutes. The study adds to a growing body of literature finding positive outcomes of team video gaming. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/01/190129081930.htm

Engineers translate brain signals directly into speech

In a scientific first, neuroengineers have created a system that translates thought into intelligible, recognizable speech. This breakthrough, which harnesses the power of speech synthesizers and artificial intelligence, could lead to new ways for computers to communicate directly with the brain. It also lays the groundwork for helping people who cannot speak, such as those living with as ALS or recovering from stroke, regain their ability to communicate with the outside world. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/01/190129081919.htm

The Arctic Village With Satellite TV But No Running Water

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Engineers translate brain signals directly into speech

In a scientific first, neuroengineers have created a system that translates thought into intelligible, recognizable speech. This breakthrough, which harnesses the power of speech synthesizers and artificial intelligence, could lead to new ways for computers to communicate directly with the brain. It also lays the groundwork for helping people who cannot speak, such as those living with as ALS or recovering from stroke, regain their ability to communicate with the outside world. from All Top News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/01/190129081919.htm

YouTube Officially Details Video Download Recommendations; Android, iOS Users Get Reordered Video Resolution Options

YouTube was earlier spotted testing a Recommended videos section in some markets. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/apps/news/youtube-officially-details-video-download-recommendations-android-ios-users-get-reordered-video-reso-1985106

YouTube Officially Details Video Download Recommendations; Android, iOS Users Get Reordered Video Resolution Options

YouTube was earlier spotted testing a Recommended videos section in some markets. from RSS Feeds | APPLE - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/apps/news/youtube-officially-details-video-download-recommendations-android-ios-users-get-reordered-video-reso-1985106

Samsung Galaxy S10+ Live Photo Leaked, CEO Says Offerings Will Meet Customer Expectations

The report also reiterates that the foldable phone will be launched alongside the Samsung Galaxy S10 series, with CEO DJ Koh saying that he won't let down customers who have been waiting to get their hands on the innovative foldable phone. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/samsung-galaxy-s10-live-photo-leaked-ceo-says-offerings-will-meet-customer-expectations-1985102

Honor View 20 Review

Honor View 20 is the first smartphone with a hole-punch display to launch in India. It offers a powerful SoC and good battery life, but is it the best phone in the sub Rs. 40,000 segment? Check our review to find out. from RSS Feeds : RSS REVIEWS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/reviews/honor-view-20-review-1984807

Honor View 20 Review

Honor View 20 is the first smartphone with a hole-punch display to launch in India. It offers a powerful SoC and good battery life, but is it the best phone in the sub Rs. 40,000 segment? Check our review to find out. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/reviews/honor-view-20-review-1984807

How to Record WhatsApp Calls on Android and iPhone

Recording WhatsApp calls is far from straightforward. There are two ways to go about it, and both have a similar issue. But if you are wondering how to record WhatsApp call on iPhone or Android, here’s our guide. from RSS Feeds | APPLE - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/how-to/features/record-whatsapp-call-iphone-android-on-android-video-how-to-ios-1985089

How to Record WhatsApp Calls on Android and iPhone

Recording WhatsApp calls is far from straightforward. There are two ways to go about it, and both have a similar issue. But if you are wondering how to record WhatsApp call on iPhone or Android, here’s our guide. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/how-to/features/record-whatsapp-call-iphone-android-on-android-video-how-to-ios-1985089

Intel to get $1 bn state grant for $11 bn Israel chip plant expansion

California-based Intel said it would submit a business plan "for continued investment in the company’s Kiryat Gat manufacturing site" in central Israel. from telecom-equipment - Telecom News | Latest Telecom Industry News, Information and Update: ET Telecom : ETTelecom.com https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/intel-to-get-1-bn-state-grant-for-11-bn-israel-chip-plant-expansion/67740186?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=ETRSS

Huawei: how the telecoms giant is seen around the world

US charges against Chinese telecoms giant Huawei have cranked up tensions between the world's two biggest economies, but the company is already facing obstructions around the world over alleged cyber-security risks. from telecom-equipment - Telecom News | Latest Telecom Industry News, Information and Update: ET Telecom : ETTelecom.com https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/huawei-how-the-telecoms-giant-is-seen-around-the-world/67740103?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=ETRSS

Redmi Note 6 Pro, Redmi Note 5 Pro, Poco F1 Get Discounts During 'Mi Days' Sale on Flipkart

Flipkart is hosting the Mi Days sale until January 30 to offer discounts on the Redmi Note 6 Pro, Redmi Note 5 Pro, and Poco F1 among other models. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/redmi-note-6-pro-redmi-note-5-pro-poco-f1-get-discounts-during-mi-days-sale-on-flipkart-1985032

Seeking Superpowers in the Axolotl Genome

By STEPH YIN from NYT Science https://www.nytimes.com/2019/01/29/science/axolotl-dna-genome-sequence.html?partner=IFTTT via IFTTT

Fortnite 7.30 Update Adds Android and iOS Controller Support, 60Hz Support on Select Android Phones

The Fortnite 7.30 update adds a host of new features to Epic Games' battle royale title. These include support for controllers for Fortnite Android and iOS, 60Hz on select Android smartphones and the Solid Gold Limited Time Mode (LTM). from RSS Feeds | APPLE - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/games/news/fortnite-7-30-update-adds-android-and-ios-controller-support-60hz-support-on-select-android-phones-1984949

Fortnite 7.30 Update Adds Android and iOS Controller Support, 60Hz Support on Select Android Phones

The Fortnite 7.30 update adds a host of new features to Epic Games' battle royale title. These include support for controllers for Fortnite Android and iOS, 60Hz on select Android smartphones and the Solid Gold Limited Time Mode (LTM). from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/games/news/fortnite-7-30-update-adds-android-and-ios-controller-support-60hz-support-on-select-android-phones-1984949

Fortnite 7.30 Update Adds Android and iOS Controller Support, 60Hz Support on Select Android Phones

The Fortnite 7.30 update adds a host of new features to Epic Games' battle royale title. These include support for controllers for Fortnite Android and iOS, 60Hz on select Android smartphones and the Solid Gold Limited Time Mode (LTM). from RSS Feeds | MICROSOFT - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/games/news/fortnite-7-30-update-adds-android-and-ios-controller-support-60hz-support-on-select-android-phones-1984949

PM Modi on PUBG Mobile Addiction: Hopes Children Move From 'PlayStation to the Playground'

Prime Minister Modi weighed in on PUBG Mobile addiction during his interaction with students and parents at his Pariksha Par Charcha 2.0 event in Delhi. from RSS Feeds | APPLE - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/games/news/pm-modi-on-pubg-mobile-addiction-hopes-children-move-from-playstation-to-the-playground-1984914

PM Modi on PUBG Mobile Addiction: Hopes Children Move From 'PlayStation to the Playground'

Prime Minister Modi weighed in on PUBG Mobile addiction during his interaction with students and parents at his Pariksha Par Charcha 2.0 event in Delhi. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/games/news/pm-modi-on-pubg-mobile-addiction-hopes-children-move-from-playstation-to-the-playground-1984914

Honor View 20 With 'Hole-Punch' Selfie Camera, 3D ToF Sensor Launched in India: Price, Specifications

Honor View 20 price in India starts at Rs. 37,999 for the 6GB RAM/ 128GB storage variant, while its 8GB RAM/ 256GB storage option is priced at Rs. 45,999. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/honor-view-20-price-in-india-rs-37999-launch-specifications-amazon-1984849

What is Huawei and why does Washington worry about it?

Huawei is China's first global tech brand and a growing source of tension between Washington and Beijing. from telecom-equipment - Telecom News | Latest Telecom Industry News, Information and Update: ET Telecom : ETTelecom.com https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/qa-what-is-huawei-and-why-does-washington-worry-about-it/67736527?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=ETRSS

'Disappointed' Huawei rejects US charges: Statement

"Huawei is disappointed to learn of the charges brought against the company today," it said in a statement sent to AFP. "The Company denies that it or its subsidiary or affiliate have committed any of the asserted violations of US law set forth in each of the indictments." from telecom-equipment - Telecom News | Latest Telecom Industry News, Information and Update: ET Telecom : ETTelecom.com https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/disappointed-huawei-rejects-us-charges-statement/67736330?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=ETRSS

Samsung Galaxy S10+ Tipped to Sport Up to 12GB RAM, 1TB Storage; 5.8-Inch Variant May Not Be Called Galaxy S10 Lite

As per new information, the Samsung Galaxy S10+ variant is expected to come in a limited 12GB RAM and 1TB storage option as well. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/samsung-galaxy-s10-tipped-to-sport-up-to-12gb-ram-1tb-storage-5-8-inch-variant-may-not-be-called-gal-1984801

Samsung Galaxy M20 vs M10: Samsung M Series Phones Compared

The Samsung Galaxy M20 is made available in 4GB RAM + 64GB storage option, and the Galaxy M10 is available in a maximum of 3GB RAM + 32GB storage option. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/features/samsung-m20-vs-m10-samsung-m-series-phones-price-in-india-specifications-compared-1984795

Apple Says Spent $60 Billion With US Suppliers in 2018, Created 450,000 Jobs

Apple spent $60 billion last year with 9,000 American component suppliers and companies, an increase of more than 10 per cent from the year before from RSS Feeds | APPLE - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/apple-says-spent-60-billion-with-us-suppliers-in-2018-created-450000-jobs-1984786

Redmi X Purported Leaked Poster Points to February 15 Launch, In-Display Fingerprint Sensor On-Board

The rumoured Redmi X smartphone is now said to be coming on February 15 and it is believed that the phone will house an in-display fingerprint sensor. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/news/redmi-x-purported-leaked-poster-points-to-february-15-launch-in-display-fingerprint-sensor-on-board-1984762

China decries 'political manipulations' behind Huawei case in US

China on Tuesday decried the "political manipulations" behind the US case against Huawei as Washington indicted the tech giant's chief financial officer and levelled sweeping charges against the company. from telecom-equipment - Telecom News | Latest Telecom Industry News, Information and Update: ET Telecom : ETTelecom.com https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/china-decries-political-manipulations-behind-huawei-case-in-us/67734404?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=ETRSS

Global IT spending to reach USD 3.8 trillion in 2020: Gartner

Worldwide IT spending is projected to total at USD 3.76 trillion in 2019, an increase of 3.2 per cent from last year, according to research firm Gartner. from enterprise-it - Telecom News | Latest Telecom Industry News, Information and Update: ET Telecom : ETTelecom.com https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/global-it-spending-to-reach-usd-3-8-trillion-in-2020-gartner/67733649?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=ETRSS

Asia shares slip as China's Huawei in legal hot water; focus on Sino-US talks

Slowdown fears slugged the US dollar which faltered to its lowest in two weeks on Monday. from telecom-equipment - Telecom News | Latest Telecom Industry News, Information and Update: ET Telecom : ETTelecom.com https://telecom.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/asia-shares-slip-as-chinas-huawei-in-legal-hot-water-focus-on-sino-us-talks/67733594?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=ETRSS

Samsung Galaxy M Series Price in India, Redmi Note 7 India Launch, WhatsApp's New Features, PUBG Ban, and More News This Week

Samsung Galaxy M-Series price in India leaked, Redmi Note 7 India launch soon, WhatsApp's new features, PUBG ban in India, and more news this week. from RSS Feeds | ANDROID - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/features/samsung-galaxy-m-series-price-in-india-redmi-note-7-india-launch-whatsapp-pubg-ban-mobile-1983870

Samsung Galaxy M Series Price in India, Redmi Note 7 India Launch, WhatsApp's New Features, PUBG Ban, and More News This Week

Samsung Galaxy M-Series price in India leaked, Redmi Note 7 India launch soon, WhatsApp's new features, PUBG ban in India, and more news this week. from RSS Feeds | APPLE - RSS Feed - NDTV Gadgets360.com https://gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/features/samsung-galaxy-m-series-price-in-india-redmi-note-7-india-launch-whatsapp-pubg-ban-mobile-1983870

Artificial skin could give superhuman perception

A new type of sensor could lead to artificial skin that someday helps burn victims 'feel' and safeguards the rest of us. Researchers wanted to create a sensor that can mimic the sensing properties of skin. Such a sensor would need to be able to detect pressure, temperature, and vibration. But why limit it? Perhaps it could do other things too. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/01/190128174554.htm

EPA Releases 2018 Year in Review Highlighting Agency Accomplishments and Environmental Progress under President Trump & Acting Administrator Andrew Wheeler

EPA Releases 2018 Year in Review Highlighting Agency Accomplishments and Environmental Progress under President Trump & Acting Administrator Andrew Wheeler Headquarters, Office of the Administrator (AO) WASHINGTON  — Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released the 2018 Year in Review outlining major accomplishments and environmental progress during the Trump Administration. Published January 28, 2019 at 10:30AM Read more

Missing-link in planet evolution found

For the first time ever, astronomers have detected a 1.3 km radius body at the edge of the Solar System. Kilometer sized bodies like the one discovered have been predicted to exist for more than 70 years. These objects acted as an important step in the planet formation process between small initial amalgamations of dust and ice and the planets we see today. from All Top News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/01/190128111721.htm

ISS Daily Summary Report – 1/22/2019

Fluid Shifts: In support of the final day of Fluid Shifts operations, the crew performed a Chibis (lower body negative pressure) Imaging session. The video issues experienced yesterday did not occur today and the ground teams report today’s session occurred nominally. Fluid Shifts is a NASA investigation, divided into Dilution Measurements, Baseline Imaging, and Baseline … from ISS On-Orbit Status Report https://blogs.nasa.gov/stationreport/2019/01/22/iss-daily-summary-report-1-22-2019/

Missing-link in planet evolution found

For the first time ever, astronomers have detected a 1.3 km radius body at the edge of the Solar System. Kilometer sized bodies like the one discovered have been predicted to exist for more than 70 years. These objects acted as an important step in the planet formation process between small initial amalgamations of dust and ice and the planets we see today. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/01/190128111721.htm

Defending against cyberattacks by giving attackers 'false hope'

'The quarantine is a decoy that behaves very similar to the real compromised target to keep the attacker assuming that the attack is still succeeding. In a typical cyberattack the more deeply attackers go in the system, the more they have the ability to go many directions. It becomes like a Whack-A-Mole game for those defending the system. Our strategy simply changes the game, but makes the attackers think they are being successful.' from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/01/190128142452.htm

Quantum structure of buckyballs

Researchers have measured hundreds of individual quantum energy levels in the buckyball, a spherical cage of 60 carbon atoms. It's the largest molecule that has ever been analyzed at this level of experimental detail in the history of quantum mechanics. Fully understanding and controlling this molecule's quantum details could lead to new scientific fields and applications, such as an entire quantum computer contained in a single buckyball. from Top Technology News -- ScienceDaily https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/01/190128142513.htm

ISS Daily Summary Report – 1/25/2019

ISS Experience setup and recording: The crew set up the hardware in Node 1, recorded themselves with The ISS Experience Z- Cam answering questions from the ISS Experience Astronaut Log, then moved the ISS Experience hardware to Node 2. Questions were related to the astronaut’s personal experience, adaptation to life in space, and space exploration. … from ISS On-Orbit Status Report https://blogs.nasa.gov/stationreport/2019/01/25/iss-daily-summary-report-1-25-2019/

ISS Daily Summary Report – 1/24/2019

FIR/LMM/Biophysics-5-2 Plate Installation: The crew installed Biophysics Plate s/n 2002 onto the PACE (Preliminary Advanced Colloids Experiment) LED Base inside the FIR/LMM (Fluids Integrated Rack/Light Microscopy Module) AFC (Auxiliary Fluids Container) and dispensed oil on the plate.  LMM/Biophyscs-5-2 looks at the relationship between solution convection – the movement of molecules through the fluid – and … from ISS On-Orbit Status Report https://blogs.nasa.gov/stationreport/2019/01/24/iss-daily-summary-report-1-24-2019/

ISS Daily Summary Report – 1/23/2019

Materials ISS Experiment Flight Facility (MISSE-FF) Troubleshooting: Performed as planned ground-commanded troubleshooting, today a file downlink attempt was made on the MISSE Science Carrier-11 (MSC-11). This was not successful and the engineering team will assess the errors reported during the attempt. Also as part of the troubleshooting, MSC-9 was powered-up and its power profile monitored … from ISS On-Orbit Status Report https://blogs.nasa.gov/stationreport/2019/01/23/iss-daily-summary-report-1-23-2019/