by Ken Chiacchia | Dec 14, 2022 | Bridges-2, Science Highlights
Peak water level simulated during Hurricane Ian by the ADCIRC model. Timely predictions assist emergency efforts throughout state, federal responses Hurricane Ian was a historically deadly hurricane. But fast storm surge predictions led by scientists at the University...
by Ken Chiacchia | Nov 1, 2022 | AI, Bridges-2, Science Highlights
The Coma Cluster contains more than 1,000 galaxies. Scientists have long been frustrated by large uncertainties in its mass. Predicted mass of huge Coma Cluster agrees with earlier, human-intensive attempts; offers fast, accurate measurement needed to understand early...
by Ken Chiacchia | Sep 27, 2022 | Bridges, Science Highlights
Scientists have long wondered why Mercury (left) is so much smaller than Earth. The tiny planet is little more than the Earth’s iron core without its thick silicate mantle layer. Image from NASA. Outward movement of Venus and Earth may have swept up lighter...
by Ken Chiacchia | Sep 23, 2022 | Bridges-2, Science Highlights
Resulting database will enable AI exploration of movement-sensitive electrical components Piezoelectric materials — materials whose electrical behaviors change as they experience strain — promise breakthroughs in wearable electronics that monitor our health and...
by Ken Chiacchia | Jul 14, 2022 | Bridges, Science Highlights
Bridges Simulations Improve Quantum Approach to Computing Work establishes benchmark for beating classical computers, optimizes quantum performance Quantum computers promise vastly expanded computing power. But they’ve yet to prove beyond a doubt that they’re...
by Ken Chiacchia | Jun 14, 2022 | Bridges, Science Highlights
study tracks artificial-light impact on migratory birds Analysis of 42 species in Western hemisphere suggests most effective steps for reducing city lights’ harm Human-made lights at night bring us benefits, but also carry downsides to human health and...
