Could computer programs match the abilities of our brains?

Could computer programs match the abilities of our brains?

Could computer programs match the abilities of our brains? Published: July 14, 2022 The human brain is one of the most intricate systems in nature. Recreating its behaviour using computer programs is no easy task, but it can be done – by using artificial intelligence...
From field to lab: the changing nature of archaeology

From field to lab: the changing nature of archaeology

From field to lab: the changing nature of archaeology Published: As techniques improve, archaeology is becoming an ever-more sophisticated process. Though shovels remain useful, dig sites now utilise drones and clever imaging techniques, while back at the lab,...
Unexpected ways that paint prevents corrosion

Unexpected ways that paint prevents corrosion

Unexpected ways that paint prevents corrosion Published: Our modern lifestyles depend on the material objects around us remaining strong and free from damage. Protective paints and coatings are effective at preventing corrosion damage, but how they do this – and how...
How can engineering address human rights issues?

How can engineering address human rights issues?

How can engineering address human rights issues? Published: June 30, 2022 Across Peru, thousands of people do not have access to clean water or efficient transport links. Dr Davis Chacon-Hurtado, a Peruvian engineer at the University of Connecticut in the US, is using...