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Definition

The placebo effect

The placebo effect is a mysterious phenomenon that happens when someone’s medical symptoms are lessened through the power of suggestion and expectation.

Technology

Virtual computer chip tests expose flaws and protect against hackers

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Technology

How archaeologists are using futuristic tech to uncover ancient cities

Comment

Environment

How to Avoid a Climate Disaster review: Bill Gates's call to arms

Culture

Technology

A hydrogen fuel revolution is coming – here's why we might not want it

Features

Technology

Smart speakers could hear your heart beating from across the room

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Space

Dyson spheres: How to spot an alien megastructure

Features

Humans

How social media can nudge people into becoming conspiracy theorists

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Technology

AI can tell what song you are listening to from your brainwaves

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Quantum Computing with Michelle Simmons and John Martinis

In this talk Michelle Simmons and John Martinis will discuss the physics of a quantum computer and the various approaches physicists are taking to build quantum computers.

They will go on to focus on the exciting new results from quantum computers, discuss the quantum supremacy breakthrough, and share their views on the future of this groundbreaking field of technology.

The event will consist of two 25 minute talks followed by a Q+A session with both speakers.

Technology

We're running out of lithium for batteries – can we use salt instead?

Features

Technology

Silicon Valley needs to take responsibility for its political power

Comment

Environment

Wind farm construction creates noise that may harm squid fisheries

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Physics

The superconductor breakthrough that could mean an energy revolution

Features

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