Systemic AI safety focuses on understanding and intervening in the systems and infrastructure AI operates in, requiring diverse expertise for research and development. [ more ]
Lizard defense strategy inspires system for collapse-proof buildings
Innovative building design inspired by lizards' self-detachment ability can prevent entire building collapse during disasters, a significant breakthrough in construction engineering. [ more ]
Brazil budget cuts could leave science labs without power and water
Politicians in Brazil are still debating budget allocation for research institutes and universities, risking essential financial support for basic needs.
The administration is advocating for reversing congressional cuts to prioritize funding for research and education, particularly in the Amazon region. [ more ]
Fossil Fuel Industry Knew About Impending Climate Crisis as Early as 1954
The fossil fuel industry funded research on climate science as far back as the 1950s.
The research funded by the industry led to the development of the Keeling Curve, which is foundational to scientists' understanding of the climate crisis. [ more ]