99 m. ago Atomistic model explains how memory metals can change their shape

Shape memory alloys are exotic materials that can be deformed at room temperature and return to their "remembered," pre-deformed shape when heated. They are used in a broad range of applications, such as heart stents, dental braces, actuators that move wing flaps, and energy harvesting. Mechanical engineer Francesco Maresca and his team from the University of Groningen have worked out how memory metals change shape at the atomic level.

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1 hour ago USGS: A model to predict sediment bulk density for the San Francisco Estuary

USGS: A model to predict sediment bulk density for the San Francisco Estuary  Maven's Notebook

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2 h. ago Commanders request to interview son of team legend for QB coach

Commanders request to interview son of team legend for QB coach  Commanders Wire

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6 h. ago Sleep patterns could predict risk for dementia, cancer and stroke, study suggests

A Stanford AI model trained on nearly 600,000 hours of sleep data can assess future risk for dementia, heart disease and more using one night of sleep, researchers say.

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8 h. ago Venezuela’s Oil Riches Are Years Off, but Winners and Losers Will Emerge

Companies that already have operations in the country stand to benefit, but those that have profited from a standoff between Caracas and Washington could lose out.

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8 h. ago A conservative Supreme Court tackles the question of trans women in school sports

The first case involves an Idaho student barred by state law from trying out for the track team; the second was brought by a West Virginia middle schooler barred by state law from competing.

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12 h. ago Luka Dončić scores 42 points, but lackluster Lakers lose to Kings 124

Luka Dončić scores 42 points, but lackluster Lakers lose to Kings 124-112 in Sacramento  NBC Los Angeles

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13 h. ago War Department 'SWAT Team' Removes Barriers to Efficient AI Development

War Department 'SWAT Team' Removes Barriers to Efficient AI Development  U.S. Department of War (.gov)

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15 h. ago San Francisco 49ers fans remain hopeful about team's chances against Seahawks

San Francisco 49ers fans remain hopeful about team's chances against Seahawks  CBS News

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16 h. ago Seahawks face rarity of playing team in consecutive games | Notebook

Seahawks face rarity of playing team in consecutive games | Notebook  The Seattle Times

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17 h. ago Kate Hudson gives blunt bedroom advice for couples struggling to reconnect in relationships

Kate Hudson shares surprisingly explicit bedroom advice for struggling couples on podcast, revealing her personal approach to reconnecting with partners.

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18 h. ago What Craig Breslow said about Red Sox losing Alex Bregman sweepstakes to Cubs

"Any time you are active in trying to bring a player in, it’s disappointing to lose out." The post What Craig Breslow said about Red Sox losing Alex Bregman sweepstakes to Cubs appeared first on Boston.com.

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18 h. ago Jaylen Brown fined $35,000 by NBA after ripping officials following loss to Spurs

"I don’t care, they can fine me whatever they want but it’s crazy. Every time we play a good team it’s the same [expletive].” The post Jaylen Brown fined $35,000 by NBA after ripping officials following loss to Spurs appeared first on Boston.com.

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20 h. ago Bears' Ben Johnson pours gasoline on Packers rivalry: 'I just don't like that team'

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson doubled down on his "F--- the Packers" comments on Monday amid the team's storied rivalry with Green Bay.

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20 h. ago Figure skater makes U.S. Winter Olympic team after losing both parents in DC plane crash

Figure skater makes U.S. Winter Olympic team after losing both parents in DC plane crash  ABC News

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21 h. ago CT native heading to Italy after earning spot on U.S. Olympic team for third time

CT native heading to Italy after earning spot on U.S. Olympic team for third time  Hartford Courant

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22 h. ago 49ers vs. Seahawks playoff game: Predictions, odds, matchups to watch

49ers vs. Seahawks playoff game: Predictions, odds, matchups to watch  USA Today

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22 h. ago USA Captain Lindsey Heaps Joins NWSL Expansion Team Denver Summit FC

USA Captain Lindsey Heaps Joins NWSL Expansion Team Denver Summit FC  FOX Sports

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22 h. ago WATCH: Big wins, surprises highlight the 2026 Golden Globe Awards

ABC News contributor Kelley Carter reacts to the night’s biggest moments, including top prizes for “Hamnet” and “One Battle After Another” and the rise of “KPop Demon Hunters.”

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23 h. ago Shohei Ohtani net worth timeline (2016 to 2026): How the Los Angeles Dodgers superstar built his fortune, MLB career, and more details

Shohei Ohtani net worth timeline (2016 to 2026): How the Los Angeles Dodgers superstar built his fortune, MLB career, and more details  Times of India

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