‘ChatGPT for birdsong’ may shed light on how language is wired in the human brain
Just like ChatGPT and other generative language models train on human texts to create grammatically correct sentences, a new modeling method by researchers at Penn State trains on recordings of birds to create accurate birdsongs. The results could improve understanding of the structure of birdsong and its underlying neurobiology…
Ronald Reagan failed to end the sanctuary movement. Here’s why Trump will too.
RNS) — Neither human dignity nor the sanctity of sacred space can be altered by memos or edicts from political leaders. The post Ronald Reagan failed to end the sanctuary movement. Here’s why Trump will too. appeared first on RNS…Enzymes in a human cytoplasm model organize into submetabolon complexes
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Volume 122, Issue 5, February 2025. SignificanceMany life-sustaining pathways in cells, including the energy-producing glycolytic pathway, are maintained by sequential actions of enzymes. Therefore, timely interactions between these enzymes are essential. These interactions often occur at …
What Is the Most Common Eye Color? Over 70% of People Have It
Eye contact helps build trust and communication whether in business, friendships or romantic pursuits. Its importance in human socialization means that we’re more likely to take note of eye color and wonder, “What is the most common eye color…
Tackling the threat of drug-resistant E. coli in China
A comprehensive seven-year study across 20 Chinese provinces has revealed a concerning rise in antimicrobial resistance (AMR) among diarrheagenic Escherichia coli (E. coli), a major foodborne pathogen. Analyzing 9,068 isolates from sporadic human diarrhea cases, the research paints a troubling picture: the majority of isolates are resistant to at least one antimicrobial agent…
How a human-centric approach could fix reputational disasters in 2025
Restoring brand trust in 2025 requires empathy, real action and continuous engagement — not just crisis response and PR spin. The post How a human-centric approach could fix reputational disasters in 2025 appeared first on MarTech…
NASA’s Polar Ice Experiment Paves Way for Future Moon Missions
NASA’s Polar Resources Ice Mining Experiment-1 (PRIME-1) is preparing to explore the Moon’s subsurface and analyze where lunar resources may reside. The experiment’s two key instruments will demonstrate our ability to extract and analyze lunar soil to better understand the lunar environment and subsurface resources, paving the way for sustainable human exploration under the agency’s…
The Unnatural History of Bird Flu
H5N1 is a human creation The post The Unnatural History of Bird Flu appeared first on Nautilus…
New Bird Flu Strain in Cows and Animal Infections Raise Concern for Human Exposure
Scientists have reported a new strain of bird flu in Nevada dairy cattle. And viral spread in pet cats has fueled worries over increased risk of exposure to humans…