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35:48

AI Cancer Screening, Stroke-Predicting Chips, and...

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2026/10/02

Show Notes – October 2, 2026: All Medical Tech SpecialMain StoriesStory 1: New imaging combines light and sound to watch brain oxygen supply in real timeSource: MedicalXpress.com (Story by Gaby Clark)Link: https://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-09-imaging-combines-brain-oxygen-real.htmlResearch Paper: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-026-75603-7Story 2: Mini 'arteries-on-a-chip' could help predict a person's risk of strokeSource: LiveScience.com (Story by Victoria Atkinson)Link:

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32:44

Stratospheric Telecom, Sound-Powered Micro-Robots,...

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2026/09/18

US stratospheric craft flies 9,300 miles to Japan in world-first sky data network Aamir Khollam Interesting Engineering via MSNhttps://www.msn.com/en-us/news/other/us-stratospheric-craft-flies-9300-miles-to-japan-in-world-first-sky-data-network-test/ar-AA2bwVb1Scientists build tiny robots without motors that can fly using sound waves alone Olivia Maule LiveScience.comhttps://www.livescience.com/technology/robotics/scientists-build-tiny-robots-without-motors-that-can-fly-using-sound-waves-aloneThe

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Transformers 40th Anniversary, Apple iPhone Duo, and...

Computer America ·

2026/09/13

Calcopia.com. Nathan Evans, Managing Editor.Calcopia is your place for unique and interesting analyses on the best of gaming, movies, tech, books, a regularly updated Podcast, and original content you won’t find anywhere else. 100 percent independent and agenda-free, our diverse editorial staff is committed to keeping things interesting and always entertaining. A veritable cornucopia of editorial excellence, if you will.Topics:Remembering September

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36:32

Biological Data Center, Gold E-Waste Recovery, and...

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2026/09/13

World-First Biological Data Center Uses 16 Million Living Human Neurons to Process Data Georgina Jedikovska [via Interesting Engineering] Technocracy.comhttps://www.technocracy.news/world-first-biological-data-center-uses-16-million-living-human-neurons-to-process-data/Scientists built an electrically controlled molecular ‘clamp’ that recovered 89% of the gold from electronic waste, using 100 times fewer separation chemicals while turning old phones into a more practical urban mine Adrian Villellas

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38:22

Mimic Robotics AI Audi Factory, Ocean Mineral Mining,...

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2026/09/04

Show Notes 4 September 2026Mimic Robotics introduces ‘frontier video-action models’ to the factory floor at AudiStory by David EdwardsRobotics & Automation Newshttps://roboticsandautomationnews.com/2026/07/29/mimic-robotics-introduces-frontier-video-action-models-to-the-factory-floor-at-audi/103705/The Ocean is Teeming with Critical Minerals: Here’s How We Could Get ThemStory by JoAnna WendelPacific Northwest National

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34:47

Wind-Power Cargo Ship, Superhot Geothermal, AI Lab,...

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2026/08/21

Oceanbird Wing Sail InstallationSource: Interesting Engineeringhttps://interestingengineering.com/videos/giant-150-foot-wing-just-set-sail-on-a-754-foot-cargo-ship-and-it-runs-on-windhttps://www.theoceanbird.com/press-releases/oceanbird-completes-installationQuaise Energy Superhot Geothermal PlantSource: ESG Today / Fast

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Daily Top Tech Picks w/ Calcopia!

Computer America ·

2026/08/07

Calcopia is your place for unique and interesting analyses on the best of gaming, movies, tech, books, a regularly updated Podcast, and original content you won’t find anywhere else. 100 percent independent and agenda-free, our diverse editorial staff is committed to keeping things interesting and always entertaining. A veritable cornucopia of editorial excellence, if you

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27:49

Bidirectional Pixels, AI-Guided Movement, and...

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2026/08/07

Show NotesResearchers invent 'new type of pixel' that could create displays that double as cameras — and the internet's first thought is 'what could go wrong?'Source: TechRadar.comStory by David Nieldhttps://www.techradar.com/computing/computing-components/researchers-invent-new-type-of-pixel-that-could-create-displays-that-double-as-cameras-and-the-internets-first-thought-is-what-could-go-wrong·What if AI could move your hand? Students build a wearable device using AI and electric pulsesSource:

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32:17

Smarter Building Design, UV Healing Lenses, and AI...

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2026/07/31

Show Notes - July 31, 2026Computer model could enable bridges and buildings that use less materialAuthor: Zach WinnSource: MIT NewsLink:https://news.mit.edu/2026/computer-model-could-enable-less-material-bridges-buildings-0624Self-Healing Contact Lenses Activated by UV Light: A Breakthrough in Vision CareAuthor: Bioengineer.comSource: Bioengineer.comLink:https://bioengineer.org/self-healing-contact-lenses-activated-by-uv-light-a-breakthrough-in-vision-care/Research

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37:46

NASA's Electric Airliner, Bridge 3D Print Repairing,...

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2026/07/24

Show Notes 24 July 2026NASA Program Explores Hybrid-Electric ‘Double Bubble’ [fuselage] Airliner ConceptFlyingmag.comStory by Jack Daleohttps://www.flyingmag.com/nasa-electra-hybrid-commercial-airliner-concept/Electra Company WebsiteElectrahttps://electra.aero/Electra Press ReleaseElectrahttps://electra.aero/news/electra-unveils-turbo-electric-aircraft-concept-for-next-generation-airliner-as-part-of-nasa-aaces-2050-programNASA AACES

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31:37

Transparent Solar Cells, Soil-Powered Tech, and...

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2026/07/19

Show Notes 17 July 2026Ultra-thin transparent solar cells promise invisible charging for wearables, cars, and homesDigitalTrends.com - Story by Sudhanshu Kumar Mangalamhttps://www.digitaltrends.com/cool-tech/ultra-thin-transparent-solar-cells-promise-invisible-charging-for-wearables-cars-and-homes/Soil power: UK startup Bactery is generating sustainable energy from the earthUniversity of Bath press

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35:24

How Nerves Rebuild Bones and Spinach Heals Dry Eye w/...

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2026/07/10

Show NotesStory 1: First map of nerve circuitry in bone helps physicians identify key signals for bone repairRobert EganMedicalXpress.comhttps://medicalxpress.com/news/2026-01-nerve-circuitry-bone-physicians-key.htmlhttps://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/science.adr9608Story 2: Spinach-Based Eye Drops Could Help Treat a Common Eye ConditionDavid

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80:22

Sony Stops Disc Making, Xbox Price Increases, Social...

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2026/07/03

Show NotesFox Buying Roku: A Cage Match for the TV Home ScreenBy Rob EnderleTechNewsWorldhttps://www.technewsworld.com/story/fox-buying-roku-a-cage-match-for-the-tv-home-screen-180403.htmlSony Will Stop Making Disc-Based PlayStation Games Starting 2028By Igor BonifacicEngadgethttps://www.engadget.com/2205792/sony-will-stop-making-disc-based-playstation-games-starting-2028Brands Share Playful Responses to Sony's Digital-Only AnnouncementBy Theodore

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39:23

0.7nm Chips, E-Waste Gold Extraction, and Full Color...

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2026/07/03

Show Notes 3 July 2026Story 1: IBM Unveils the World’s First Sub-1-Nanometer Chip TechnologyStory by Allen LeeSource: TechTimes.comLink: https://www.techtimes.com/articles/319060/20260625/ibm-unveils-worlds-first-sub-1-nanometer-chip-technology.htmLink: https://newsroom.ibm.com/2026-06-25-ibm-debuts-worlds-first-sub-1-nanometer-chip-technology?utm_source=chatgpt.comStory 2: University licenses breakthrough e-waste gold and copper recovery technologySource: Edinburgh InnovationsLink:

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42:16

Tidal Power, Fusion Licensing, And Bio-Jet Fuel w/...

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2026/06/26

Show Notes 26 June 2026World’s Most Powerful Tidal Turbine ‘Orbital O2’ Begins Operations Off Scotland’s Orkney IslandsMI News NetworkMarineInsight.comhttps://www.marineinsight.com/worlds-most-powerful-tidal-turbine-orbital-o2-begins-operations-off-scotlands-orkney-islands/https://www.orbitalmarine.com/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kSM3WukK_cgHelion secures world’s first regulatory licenses for fusion power plant being built in WashingtonLisa

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35:38

A New Era of Robotics and Sustainable Ocean Fuel w/...

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2026/06/19

Show NotesStory 1: A new frontier for marine robot communication: University of Florida scientists develop BlueMEDave SchlenkerUniversity of Floridahttps://www.eng.ufl.edu/news/research-innovation/a-new-frontier-for-marine-robot-communication-uf-scientists-develop-blueme/?utm_source=chatgpt.comhttps://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/11506063Story 2: Scientists bred a fast-growing kelp that could fuel ships and aircraft without oilBrooklyn SmithThe Cool Down on

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39:11

2000+ MPG Car, Fog Bacteria, Solar Breakthrough, and...

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2026/06/12

Show NotesStudent-Built Car Hits 2,145 MPG And Beats Every Production VehicleRex SanchezAutoBlog.comhttps://www.autoblog.com/news/student-built-car-hits-2145-mpg-and-beats-every-production-vehicleSee YouTube video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tz84xF6tn-MBacteria Live in Fog Droplets and Clear Toxins from Earth’s AirKeith CowingAstrobiology.comhttps://astrobiology.com/2026/05/bacteria-live-in-fog-droplets-and-clear-toxins-from-earths-air.htmlSee also:

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72:48

Nintendo Switch 2 Turns One, Nvidia Spark Silicon,...

Computer America ·

2026/06/05

Computer America Stories 06/5/2026 Happy First Birthday, Switch 2https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nintendo_Switch_2Nvidia’s RTX Spark Silicon Brings Supercomputer Ambitions to Consumer Laptops https://www.pcmag.com/news/nvidia-rtx-spark-in-consumer-laptops-computex-2026Steam Machine and Steam Frame are coming 'this summer' https://www.engadget.com/2187938/steam-machine-and-steam-frame-are-coming-this-summer/Behind the Movie Claiming to Be the First Straight-to-VHS Release in 20 Years — And Why It’s a

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41:15

New Picosecond Spintronic Switch, California Canal...

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2026/06/05

Show Notes 5 June 2026Researchers built a switch 1,000 times faster than today's AI chips, and it barely generates any heat - University of Tokyo's antiferromagnetic spintronic switch operates at picosecond speedsKishalaya KunduTechSpot.comhttps://www.techspot.com/news/112430-researchers-built-switch-1000-times-faster-than-today.htmlhttps://www.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp/en/press/11143/?utm_source=chatgpt.comhttps://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/science.adt3136?utm_source=chatgpt.comSolar [panels] on canals

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34:39

Smart Rings, AI Wildfire Detection, and...

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2026/05/29

Show Notes 29 May 2026This see-through smart ring translates sign language and almost works like magicRachit AgarwalDigital Trendshttps://www.digitaltrends.com/cool-tech/this-see-through-smart-ring-translates-sign-language-and-almost-works-like-magic/A Wireless Ring-Type Device for Sign Language TranslationScience Advanceshttps://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/sciadv.aec8995This thumb ring translates sign language into textPopular

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