We see what was on the trilobite menu nearly half a billion years ago

Some 465 million years ago this marine scavenger was caught unawares by a mud current that would bury it alive. It had spent its last hours feasting on a large range of seafood, and now, thanks to the latest imaging tech, its last meal has been revealed.

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Genetic mechanism linking zinc to diabetes & liver disease uncovered

Researchers have identified the mechanism underlying the protective role zinc has in type 2 diabetes and the fatty liver disease associated with the condition. The findings open the door to developing a novel diabetes treatment.

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Look out, L’Oréal: Whales play with seaweed to exfoliate their skin

Play is a vital part of animal behavior, helping to form social structures and bonds, develop cognitive function and enhance physical abilities. Now, it's believed whale play with seaweed to scrub off dead skin cells and parasites as they migrate.

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World’s first autonomous water taxi service opens in Helsinki

Callboats has become the first company in the world to offer autonomous water taxi rides between the Finnish city of Helsinki and a nearby archipelago. These solar-charged electric boats aim to drastically cut prices and address a captain shortage.

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Head of AI and Similar Leadership Roles are Here to Stay, says Deloitte AI Ethicist

Beena Ammanath. Image: Deloitte Head of AI is a trendy new job title, but do businesses actually need someone in this role? What responsibilities does it entail? We asked Beena…

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How to Meet Small Pipe Challenges in Manufacturing Fluid Flow

The need for precise fluid measurement and control is ubiquitous in manufacturing processes — in the research lab, through the conversion of raw materials to finished goods, and during packaging. Continuously measuring, monitoring, and analyzing fluid flow with suitable measurement technologies improves process reliability, performance, and uptime, as well as environmental sustainability and regulatory and standards compliance. This FAQ addresses growing challenges and modern solutions for fluid flow control.

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Accenture’s Kelly Brough Says IT Is Bringing Pragmatism to Australia’s AI Projects

Image: ArieStudio/Adobe Stock Kelly Brough, director of applied intelligence at Accenture Australian enterprises are moving into a “readiness” phase of generative artificial intelligence adoption and will be relying on IT…

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