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"In potēntia by Guy Ben-Ary and Kirsten Hudson (In collaboration with Mark Lawson and Dr Stuart Hodgetts), is a liminal, boundary creature of animate and inanimate matter that visually problematises the shifting cultural, ethical and political forces that govern and determine understandings of life, death and personhood. Informed by the aesthetics of steam punk, retro-futurism and eighteenth century scientific paraphernalia, in potēntia is a speculative techno-scientific experiment that uses a stem cell reprogramming technique called induced pluripotent stem cell technology (iPS) to reverse engineer foreskin cells purchased from an online catalogue into embryonic (like) stem cells, which Ben-Ary and Hudson then transform into neurons. What results is a real functioning neural network or “biological brain” encased within a purpose built sculptural incubator, containing a DIY bio-reactor (or life-support system) as well as a custom-made electrophysiological recording setup that converts neural activity into an unsettling soundscape." Delete the scoop?
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The NANO Supermarket is a mobile supermarket that presents speculative nanotech products that may hit the shelves within the next ten years. Our products are... Delete the scoop?
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MIT is hosting the second annual performance of "UP: The Umbrella Project" – an artistic and scientific collaboration between MIT's Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Labs and the internationally acclaimed modern dance company Pilobolus. Delete the scoop?
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Elaborate nanostructures blossom from a chemical reaction perfected at Harvard Delete the scoop?
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We've seen a number of headsets tap into the mind, to geotag your mood, grant you remote control over gadgets or simply let you wiggle a pair of cat Delete the scoop?
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Google Glass isn't the only Android-based wearable computer in town. Introducing the Jet HUD computer, with built in sunglasses and rugged design. Delete the scoop?
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David Edery, who was until recently part of the CMS staff and now works for Microsoft, has been generating some interesting discussion over on his blog, Game Tycoon, about how games might harness “the wisdom of crowds” to solve real world problems. It’s an idea he’s been promoting for some time but I only recently had a chance to read through all of his discussion. He starts by describing the growing academic interest that has been generated by James Surowiecki’s The Wisdom of Crowds and then suggesting some of the challenges of applying these concepts in a real world context: Via Viktor Markowski Delete the scoop?
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Neurogaming is riding on the heels of some exponential technologies that are converging on each other. Delete the scoop?
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Long the stuff of science fiction, technology that can directly tap into, augment, and connect human brains is becoming science fact. And that means big changes for all of us. Delete the scoop?
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http://fluid.media.mit.edu/projects/smarter-objects The Smarter Objects system explores a new method for interaction with everyday objects. The system associ... Via João Greno Brogueira 
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May 12, 12:15 PM
The Smarter Objects system explores a new method for interaction with everyday objects. The system associates a virtual object with every physical object to support an easy means of modifying the interface and the behavior of that physical object as well as its interactions with other "smarter objects". As a user points a smart phone or tablet at a physical object, an augmented reality (AR) application recognizes the object and offers an intuitive graphical interface to program the object's behavior and interactions with other objects. Once reprogrammed, the Smarter Object can then be operated with a simple tangible interface (such as knobs, buttons, etc). As such Smarter Objects combine the adaptability of digital objects with the simple tangible interface of a physical object. We have implemented several Smarter Objects and usage scenarios demonstrating the potential of this approach.
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May 13, 9:01 AM
"O sistema de objetos Smarter explora um novo método de interação com objetos do cotidiano. O sistema associa um objeto virtual com cada objeto físico para suportar um meio fácil de modificar a interface eo comportamento do objeto físico, bem como suas interações com outros "objetos inteligentes". Como um usuário aponta um smartphone ou tablet em um objeto físico, uma realidade aumentada (AR) aplicativo reconhece o objeto e oferece uma interface gráfica intuitiva para o programa de comportamento e interações com outros objetos do objeto. Uma vez reprogramada, o Smarter objeto pode ser operado com uma interface tangível simples (como maçanetas, botões, etc.) Como tal, os mais inteligentes objetos combinar a capacidade de adaptação dos objetos digitais com interface tangível simples de um objeto físico. Nós implementamos vários objetos inteligentes e cenários de uso, demonstrando o potencial desta abordagem." Delete the scoop?
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ETH MAS CAAD 2013 thesis project by Teemu Seppänen An experimental design application for generating new geometry from a database of 3d objects using an adaptation… Delete the scoop?
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Synthetic genome pioneer Craig Venter says that his team is close to creating a living bacterium made completely from scratch Delete the scoop?
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Andrea Graziano's insight:
'You analyze and connect things you see into a coherent picture, which gives you a birds-eye perspective on societal trends and global change. As a Macro visionary, you are rather skilled at predicting the future, because you are always one step ahead of the rest with your ability to see the present in terms of what it will become or can become. Along with your insight come an extravert personality, a high social-connectedness, and a strong sense of duty. Overall, these traits make you a visionary person; a modern day philosopher who inspires others and motivates them to undertake action. You are a leader because other people want to follow you, not because you force them to. As a Macro visionary, you had probably already heard about nanotechnology before taking this test. Because of its expected impact on society, you find it important to learn more about nanotechnology and share your knowledge with others. You are also quite likely to actually buy some of these products because you are a dreamer that wants to see dreams come true. Macro visionary, take care that you do not fly too high; your vision is as good as any until you have proven its usefulness and practicality.' Delete the scoop?
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Read more: http://www.newscientist.com/article/dn19462 Fashion you can spray on hits the catwalk. Delete the scoop?
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Based on the popular (and controversial) Kickstarter project, here is the DIY How-To for creating your own glowing plants with this DIY synthetic biology kit. Via Socrates Logos Delete the scoop?
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MATAERIAL – a brand new method of additive manufacturing. This patent-pending method allows for creating 3D objects on any given working surface independently of its inclination and smoothness, and without a need of additional support structures. Conventional methods of additive manufacturing have been affected both by gravity and printing environment: creation of 3D objects on irregular, or non-horizontal surfaces has so far been treated as impossible . By using innovative extrusion technology we are now able to neutralize the effect of gravity during the course of the printing process. This method gives us a flexibility to create truly natural objects by making 3D curves instead of 2D layers. Unlike 2D layers that are ignorant to the structure of the object, the 3D curves can follow exact stress lines of a custom shape. Finally, our new out of the box printing method can help manufacture structures of almost any size and shape. Via smg_michele Delete the scoop?
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Newcastle University neuroscientist Dr. Gabriele Jordan, recently announced that she has identified a woman who is a "tetrachromat," that is, a woman with the ability to see much greater color depth than the ordinary person. Delete the scoop?
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Eating insects could help fight world hunger, improve nutrition and reduce pollution, according to a new UN report. Delete the scoop?
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In the last half of the twentieth century, medical science came up with some pretty astonishing ways to replace human parts that were starting to wear out. Delete the scoop?
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Project Kronos is a documentary film set in the not too distant future, following a mission to achieve interstellar space travel. As the mission unfolds with extraordinary… Delete the scoop?
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