What I Am Reading:
Nanowerk: Programmable Shape-shifting Materials
Explores groundbreaking developments in materials that can alter their shape in response to environmental stimuli, with potential applications across robotics, biomedicine, and aerospace.
Discover Magazine: Quantum Sensors Navigate by Earth's Magnetic Field
Highlights new quantum sensors that could revolutionize navigation systems by using Earth's magnetic field, eliminating the need for GPS.
Google Research Blog: Teaching Machines the Language of Biology
Discusses how large language models are being adapted to understand biological data at the single-cell level, enabling breakthroughs in healthcare and biology research.
Interesting Engineering: ESA Launches Bioreactor to Produce Food in Space
Reports on ESA's ambitious project to create sustainable food production systems for future space missions using bioreactor technology.
The Hustle: Why Thieves Love to Steal Razors
Explains why razor blades have become a hot target for theft and explores the retail industry's struggle with "organized retail crime".
Quartz: Boston Dynamics' Robot Dog Survives Bullet Attack
Details a Boston Dynamics robot dog's surprising resilience during a police test involving gunfire, raising ethical and practical questions about robotics in law enforcement.
What I Am Watching:
Light & Magic
The latest season of this Disney+ docuseries delves into the history and evolution of the Industrial Light & Magic studio founded by George Lucas (Starwars), showcasing its impact on visual effects and filmmaking.
Don't Die: The Man Who Wants to Live Forever
Released in January 2025, this documentary follows tech entrepreneur Bryan Johnson's quest for immortality through experimental medical treatments. It offers a fascinating look into the world of biohacking and the ethical considerations surrounding the pursuit of eternal youth
What I Am Listening to:
Acquired: Rolex
Focuses on the story behind Rolex's enduring brand legacy, the company's history of innovation, and its deep association with exploration, precision, and luxury craftsmanship.
David Booth on the Birth of Big Data and Dimensional Funds
In this episode of the Investopedia Express podcast, David Booth discusses how he and a group of future Nobel Prize winners revolutionized investing by applying data to quantify stock market performance, leading to the creation of Dimensional Funds.
The evolving role of radiation - Peter Attia
Sanjay Mehta is a radiation oncologist with over 25 years of experience, and is currently the president of Century Cancer Centers in Houston, Texas (drsanjaymehta.com). In this episode, Sanjay explores the rapidly evolving field of radiation oncology, addressing common misconceptions about radiation exposure. He delves into radiation’s critical role in modern oncology, examining recent advancements that precisely target tumors while minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissues.
