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Google.org just launched a $30 million challenge to accelerate AI-powered research tackling climate change and health crises. Scientists and nonprofits worldwide can now access funding, cloud resources, and Google engineers to turn breakthrough ideas into reality.
Governments worldwide are racing to phase out animal testing as innovative alternatives like organs-on-chips prove they can predict human drug responses better than mice. The UK just slashed procedures from 4.1 million to 2.6 million in nine years.
Scientists and nonprofits worldwide can now apply for up to $3 million in funding to use artificial intelligence for breakthrough discoveries in health and environmental research. Google is betting that AI can dramatically speed up solutions to some of humanity's biggest challenges.
Astronomers discovered a nearly invisible galaxy 300 million light-years away that's almost entirely dark matter, offering a rare glimpse into the universe's most mysterious substance. The breakthrough shows how new technology is revealing cosmic secrets once thought impossible to find.
Kazakhstan just launched its first quantum technology research center in partnership with Singapore, marking a major leap into next-generation computing and secure communications. The new hub will train scientists, develop quantum-safe networks, and help build the country's tech future.
Scientists from India and Finland are launching a cutting-edge virtual research center to understand how air particles affect regional climate, with a special focus on melting Himalayan glaciers and air quality in Indian cities. This partnership could unlock crucial insights for protecting mountain ecosystems and improving urban life for millions.
Ghana is establishing Africa's first Center for Quantum Computing and Simulation, positioning itself as a leader in next-generation technology that could transform healthcare, agriculture, and climate solutions across the continent.
One of America's largest monkey research facilities is considering an unprecedented transition to a sanctuary, potentially reshaping how we approach animal welfare and medical science. The Oregon National Primate Research Center's decision has sparked both celebration and serious scientific debate.
Scientists just solved one of quantum computing's biggest problems: how to run calculations while fixing errors at the same time. This breakthrough brings us closer to quantum computers that can actually tackle real-world challenges.
Scientists just solved a 300-year problem that was slowing down access to half a billion insect specimens worldwide. A new AI system can automatically read printed labels on museum bugs, turning months of tedious work into minutes.
A new AI model discovered more than 1,400 mysterious cosmic objects hiding in 35 years of Hubble Space Telescope photos, completing in just 2.5 days what would have taken human researchers years. The breakthrough shows how artificial intelligence can unlock scientific treasures hiding in plain sight.
A new $20 million fund is helping scientists use artificial intelligence to tackle challenges that once took decades to solve. Twelve research teams are now using AI to decode rare diseases, fight drug-resistant bacteria, and protect our planet.
Scientists created a groundbreaking tool that watches iron move through living cells as it happens, opening doors to better disease research and treatment. The computer-designed biosensor could revolutionize how we study everything from infections to iron-related medical conditions.
China is preparing to launch a bus-sized space telescope in 2027 that will revolutionize sky surveys with a field of view 300 times larger than Hubble's. The Xuntian telescope will explore everything from distant galaxies to dark matter while astronauts can service it in orbit.