Some professions require the prophetic task of using existing data to predict future outcomes as accurately as possible. This can come in the form of trying to predict the upcoming week's weather, estimating a person's risk of developing a disease, or anticipating the best time … [Read more...] about This algorithm makes predicting the future more accessible
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The power of hope and how to build it
A 2019 study found that optimism can boost your lifespan by 11 to 15 percent. It’s also associated with a lower risk of chronic illness and improved mental health. Hope is a big component of optimism, but it can be difficult to muster up hope during difficult times. We all want … [Read more...] about The power of hope and how to build it
Here’s what the hyperloop systems of the future might look like in urban areas
We've seen a lot of technical exploration around how a hyperloop system might one-day fling humans and goods across the Earth at the speed of sound inside low-vacuum tubes but not much about the structural elements that would hold everything in place. That’s why startup … [Read more...] about Here’s what the hyperloop systems of the future might look like in urban areas
This futuristic energy-producing house was primarily built by robots
If you want to take a peek into what the future of home design holds for us, you should have a look at this newly completed house in Dübendorf, Switzerland. Once inside, you’ll be whisked away to a world of science fiction. From the swirling grooves on the 3D printed ceiling … [Read more...] about This futuristic energy-producing house was primarily built by robots
A call for guts
The future depends on mastering the art of positive courage. Lappé Frances Moore | November 2008 issue Like a lot of us, I keep asking myself, How did we get into this mess? Since humans have innate needs and capacities for cooperation, empathy and fairness, which science now … [Read more...] about A call for guts