A quantum neural network can see optical illusions like humans do. Could it be the future of AI?
Optical illusions, quantum mechanics and neural networks might seem to be quite unrelated topics at…
Computer ‘reconstructions’ of faces from ancient times are popular. But how reliable are they?
When we read about the lives of people from the ancient past, we naturally want…
Artificial intelligence should not be allowed to adjudicate cases in Canada’s Federal Court
Canadian society is progressing deeper into the digital age. Artificial intelligence (AI) technologies — like…
Robots are coming to the kitchen − what that could mean for society and culture
Automating food is unlike automating anything else. Food is fundamental to life – nourishing body…
Four breakthroughs that are changing our understanding of dreams
People have pondered whether dreams have a purpose throughout human history. Modern scientists are fascinated…
Seismic echoes reveal a mysterious ‘donut’ inside Earth’s core
About 2,890 kilometres beneath our feet lies a gigantic ball of liquid metal: our planet’s…
What is space made of? An astrophysics expert explains all the components – from radiation to dark matter – found in the vacuum of space
Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question…
2 solar probes are helping researchers understand what phenomenon powers the solar wind
Our Sun drives a constant outward flow of plasma, or ionized gas, called the solar…
Technology has helped para athletes compete for decades. But it can also create an unfair advantage
The Paralympic Games, now a major global event, has a history rooted in rehabilitation. The…
NZ’s Space Agency is both regulator and developer of the aerospace industry – that’s a point of tension
Like the global space industry, which aims to reach a value of US$1.8 trillion by…