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”We need you” – US researchers reach out to Sweden

by: MinotVoice | March 26, 2025

As research funding tightens in the U.S., American universities are looking outward—and Sweden is listening. Uppsala University’s Vice-Chancellor Anders Hagfeldt, fresh off a visit with top U.S. institutions, says the message was clear: collaboration matters now more than ever. With academic budgets under pressure in the U.S., partnerships with Sweden’s universities aren’t just valued—they’re vital.

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Proclaimed: Science Appreciation Day

by: MinotVoice | March 26, 2025

March 26 isn’t just another Wednesday—it’s a day to tip your hat to science. Governor Armstrong proclaimed it; North Dakota is joining a growing list of states recognizing National Science Appreciation Day. From vaccines to clean water, the tools and discoveries that shape modern life often go unnoticed. The date marks the anniversary of the

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Watch: An Ocean in Motion: NASA’s Mesmerizing View of Earth’s Underwater Highways

by: MinotVoice | March 9, 2025

This data visualization showing ocean currents around the world uses data from NASA’s ECCO model, or Estimating the Circulation and Climate of the Ocean. The model pulls data from spacecraft, buoys, and other measurements. It’s both beautiful and informative. Enjoy.

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Boston Dynamics Led a Robot Revolution. Now Its Machines Are Teaching Themselves New Tricks

by: MinotVoice | March 1, 2025

Robots that sprint, dance, and leap have already dazzled us, but Marc Raibert, the visionary behind Boston Dynamics, has his sights set on something bigger: true intelligence. His latest work focuses on teaching machines to move and adapt without human micromanagement, using AI to refine their instincts. While startups rush to showcase humanoid helpers, the

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The next wave of AI is here: Autonomous AI agents are amazing—and scary

by: MinotVoice | February 23, 2025

AI has been making headlines for years, but most of what we interact with—chatbots, recommendation algorithms, even self-driving cars—still relies on human guidance. That’s changing. A new kind of AI, called autonomous AI agents, can make decisions and take action on its own, without waiting for human input. This shift could supercharge productivity, but it

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New Record: Reactor Crosses ‘Crucial Milestone’ in Achieving Nuclear Fusion

by: Josh Wolsky | February 23, 2025

For decades, nuclear power has relied on fission—splitting atoms apart to release energy. It’s effective, but it comes with radioactive waste and safety risks. Fusion, on the other hand, works by fusing atomic nuclei together, mimicking the process that powers the sun. It promises clean, nearly limitless energy, but there’s a catch: it requires temperatures

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3,500-Year-Old Pharaoh’s Tomb Found in Egypt Is First Since Tutankhamun’s

by: MinotVoice | February 23, 2025

For the first time since King Tut’s tomb stunned the world in 1922, archaeologists have uncovered the burial site of another pharaoh—Thutmose II, an ancestor of Tutankhamun. Discovered near the Valley of the Kings, the tomb offers a rare glimpse into Egypt’s 18th Dynasty, the golden age of the pharaohs. Though looted centuries ago, fragments

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NDSU hosts AI conference to help businesses embrace innovation

by: MinotVoice | February 22, 2025

Artificial intelligence isn’t just a Silicon Valley buzzword—it’s reshaping businesses right here in North Dakota. IN Fargo, a full-day conference hosted by NDSU, local entrepreneurs and professionals explored how AI is changing the way they work, from automation to decision-making. With discussions on both innovation and risk, the event highlighted Fargo’s growing role in this

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North Dakota House sends bill to expand drone infrastructure to governor

by: MinotVoice | February 21, 2025

North Dakota is moving fast to stake its claim in the future of drone technology. Lawmakers have approved an expansion of the Vantis system, a beyond-line-of-sight drone network that could set the stage for a national model. With an emergency clause attached, the bill takes effect as soon as Governor Kelly Armstrong signs it—critical timing,

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Art and science illuminate the same subtle proportions in tree branches

by: Josh Wolsky | February 16, 2025

Art and science often see the world through different lenses, but when it comes to trees, they tell a strikingly similar story. From medieval carvings to Mondrian’s abstract paintings, artists have captured the intricate balance of branching patterns—patterns that mathematicians now recognize as fractals, nature’s blueprint for efficiency. Trees don’t just grow randomly; their branches

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Teleportation Achieved Between Quantum Computers in a World First

by: MinotVoice | February 15, 2025

Oxford scientists have taken a bold step toward the future of quantum computing—teleporting quantum information between processors without losing performance. Unlike traditional data transfers, this method uses quantum entanglement to shift information instantly, paving the way for scalable, networked quantum systems. While the experiment spanned just six feet, it proved that quantum processors can be

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Earth’s inner core isn’t just slowing, it’s also shape-shifting, study finds

by: MinotVoice | February 15, 2025

For decades, scientists believed Earth’s inner core was a solid sphere of iron and nickel. New research suggests otherwise. USC scientists have discovered that the inner core’s edges are softer and shifting, deformed by the turbulence of the molten outer core. The finding came unexpectedly as researchers studied the core’s slowing rotation. While the full

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Space telescope finds rare ‘Einstein Ring’ of light in nearby galaxy

by: MinotVoice | February 13, 2025

In the vastness of space, some discoveries reshape what we thought we knew. Scientists have long studied the galaxy NGC 6505, yet only now—thanks to the Euclid space telescope—have they spotted an Einstein Ring encircling it. This ghostly halo of light, predicted by Einstein’s theory of relativity, reveals how gravity bends light from an unseen

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Minnesota weighs cell phone ban in elementary, middle schools

by: MinotVoice | February 13, 2025

Minnesota lawmakers are weighing a proposal to ban cell phones and smart watches in elementary and middle schools while limiting their use in high school classrooms. Educators shared positive experiences with existing policies at a recent Senate hearing, highlighting reductions in disciplinary issues and increased classroom engagement. However, some argue the proposed law may create

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NOAA’s vast public weather data powers the local forecasts on your phone and TV (Here on TheMinotVoice, too)

by: Josh Wolsky | February 12, 2025

When severe weather strikes, you probably rely on local forecasts to stay informed. But have you ever considered the intricate web of data that fuels those forecasts? At the heart of it all is the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). From satellites and buoys to advanced computer models, NOAA collects and processes vast amounts

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Why the AI world is suddenly obsessed with a 160-year-old economics paradox

by: MinotVoice | February 8, 2025

Understanding the intricacies of energy efficiency can be a complex task, particularly when discussing Jevons Paradox. This concept illustrates a counterintuitive reality: as technology improves and resource efficiency increases, consumption of that resource often rises instead of falls. It raises important questions about our approach to sustainability. This primer will help clarify the paradox and

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