science

Topics and developments in science and medicine, presented by Futurism.

What Happens When You Die?
Death comes for us all, but what lies beyond remains a mystery. When Ana's grandmother collapsed tending the garden one sunny afternoon, the end arrived swiftly. In her grief, Ana found herself contemplating the unfathomable - what becomes of us after the last breath?
By Sophia Hayes2 years ago in Futurism
Beyond Tomorrow: The Top 10 Emerging Technologies Transforming Our World
In the fast-paced realm of technology, innovation is a driving force that propels the world into the future. Every year, new and exciting technologies emerge, reshaping the way we live, work, and interact. As we step into the third decade of the 21st century, several groundbreaking technologies are poised to revolutionize various aspects of our lives. Here, we explore the top 10 emerging technologies that are set to change the world in profound ways.
By Kobra2 years ago in Futurism
Survival Science
Science is one of the most important channels of knowledge. It generates solutions for everyday life by developing new technology, answering practical problems, and making informed decisions. No matter what you do for a living, you’ll encounter science every day. Scientific knowledge is useful in all sorts of things. They produce products that are useful and beneficial for all of mankind. Sometimes, they invent new processes to make our lives easier. In the US, we have approximately 6.9 million scientists (people who study science). There is a variety of important scientific fields out there that can save your life on doomsday. Here are my Top 5 choices.
By M.L. Lewis2 years ago in Futurism
The Future of Power: What to Expect the Next 3-5 Years
In late 2022, Eversource announced that Connecticut customers would experience a 48% year-over-year supply rate increase due to the increasing cost of fossil fuel-based electricity.
By Anita Lane2 years ago in Futurism
BASEL 1566
The text of the broadsheet can be translated as giving the following description of the event: It happened in 1566 three times, on 27 and 28 of July, and on August 7, against the sunrise and sunset; we saw strange shapes in the sky above Basel.
By Haris Hadzic2 years ago in Futurism
‘Her’: An Essential Revisit
When ‘Her’ initially released in 2013, its predictions about the future ahead may have seemed nebulous. In the year 2023, though, it’s a difficult film to watch without an unnerving awareness of the reality we’re marching into.
By Ben Ulansey2 years ago in Futurism
Is Time Travel ACTUALLY Possible?
Have you ever dreamt of traveling through time? The idea of going back to the past to change events or venturing into the future to see how things turn out has captured the human imagination for centuries. Time travel is a concept deeply rooted in science fiction, with books and movies exploring its benefits and risks. But is time travel actually possible, and if so, what would it take to achieve it? In this exploration, we'll unravel the mysteries of time travel.
By Sophia Hayes2 years ago in Futurism
Graphene Revolution : Batteries Both Sustainable and Super-Efficient
Title: The Power of Graphene: Revolutionizing Battery Technology Graphene, a single layer of carbon atoms arranged in a two-dimensional honeycomb lattice, has been hailed as a 'wonder material' due to its extraordinary properties. Among its many potential applications, one of the most exciting is in the field of energy storage, particularly batteries.
By Graphene Supply Company2 years ago in Futurism
The Believable Dystopia of Black Mirror Season 5
So what if I'm doing a review for the fifth season of Black Mirror a few years late… and? Maybe I wanted to put off my fears for the future for as long as I could. Maybe I wasn't particularly excited to watch the singer of "Party in the USA" starring in a Black Mirror episode. But now that season 6 is upon us, I guess I can wait no longer.
By Ben Ulansey2 years ago in Futurism
The Evolution of Black Mirror: Embracing a Strange Present and Exploring a Familiar Past
Black Mirror is a show like no other. With few exceptions, each episode in its first four seasons centers around a futuristic technology, and the depictions are disturbingly well-realized.
By Ben Ulansey2 years ago in Futurism
5 reasons why the world could be governed by AI
1. Efficiency and Fairness: The world has a chance to improve decision-making equity and efficiency through AI governance. Artificial intelligence's capacity to quickly and impartially process enormous amounts of data is revolutionary on a global scale. AI can optimize resource allocation and streamline administrative procedures, leading to a more fair distribution of resources and services, by assessing data without the biases that humans bring to the table.
By Dani Ferraz2 years ago in Futurism
Graphene and Solar: A Match Made for a Sustainable Future
Graphene, a single layer of carbon atoms arranged in a two-dimensional honeycomb lattice, has been hailed as a 'wonder material' due to its exceptional properties. It is incredibly thin, yet stronger than steel, highly flexible, and has excellent electrical and thermal conductivity. These properties make graphene a promising candidate for various applications, including solar power technology.
By Graphene Supply Company2 years ago in Futurism