Science & Technology Archives

James Web Space Telescope Confirms Its First ExoPlanet

by David Raiklen | Jan 13, 2023 | Space Exploration

Less than a year into operation, the James Webb Space Telescope has discovered a new Earth-sized planet only 41 light years away.

Microsoft’s VALL-E AI can Simulate Your Voice in 3 Seconds

by David Raiklen | Jan 11, 2023 | Science & Technology

An AI text-to-speech model called VALL-E can copy a speaker’s tone and environment and have them say anything, starting with only a 3-second long sample.

NASA Using Kerbal Space Program for Virtual Experiments

by James G. Kennedy | Jan 6, 2023 | Space Exploration, Toys / Games / Collectibles

NASA is using Kerbal Space Program to experiment in ways that real-world environments wouldn’t allow.

Nichelle Nichols Foundation Works to Maintain Her Legacy

by Susan Macdonald | Jan 4, 2023 | Movies / Video / Theater, Science & Technology, Space Exploration

The newly launched Nichell Nichols Foundation is dedicated to increasing inclusivity and diversity in STEAM education.

Three Cheers for Sir Brian May!!

by Susan Macdonald | Dec 31, 2022 | Events, Music, Science & Technology

Musician and scientist Dr. Brian May is now Sir Brian. The co-founder of Queen was knighted by King Charles III for his contributions to both music and charity in the New Year Honours list.