The U.S. bioeconomy already accounts for about 5% of the country’s gross domestic product ($960 billion) and is rapidly expanding. Biomanufacturing is becoming a major mode of production for a wide range of industries, from pharmaceuticals and industrial chemicals to…...
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Water is the most precious resource for sustaining life and survival of living world, but we are losing fresh water at an astonishing rate: Climate change is resulting in disappearing of glaciers and severe droughts, groundwater being pumped out faster…...
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Lightning strikes are electrical discharges that occur within thunderstorms. Lightning is created when there is a build-up of electrical charges within a storm cloud, and the charges are released in a sudden burst of energy. The discharge can occur within…...
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Energy is essential to modern society, as it powers our homes, industries, and transportation systems. Without energy, we would not be able to sustain our current standard of living, and many of the technologies and conveniences that we take for…...
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Every organization, large or small, uses a variety of capital to make the business work. Capital includes cash, valuables, or goods used to generate income for a business. For example, a retail store uses registers and inventory, while a consulting firm may…...
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In recent years, there has been a substantial amount of research on quantum computers – machines that exploit quantum mechanical phenomena to solve mathematical problems that are difficult or intractable for conventional computers. They can process huge datasets in a fraction…...
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The NASA Innovative Advanced Concepts (NIAC) program is an American government-funded program run by NASA that funds and supports early-stage technology development. The goal of the program is to invest in transformative ideas that have the potential to change the…...
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In a bold move that marks a significant shift in the landscape of modern warfare, the United States has officially launched its 5G military strategy, declaring the race for 5G dominance as a new arms race. This development is set…...
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Militaries around the world are undergoing restructuring and downsizing as a result of various factors, including budget constraints, changing security threats, and shifts in geopolitical priorities. The downsizing of military forces can be driven by a variety of reasons,…...
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Introduction: Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) pose significant challenges for industries worldwide, and the Department of Defense (DoD) is no exception. As a major procurer and user of advanced technologies and equipment, the DoD faces the constant risk…...
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