This year, pay attention to all the qualities of scientists

This year, pay attention to all the qualities of scientists

Always welcome in January: hope for the future. I get that hope this year from a policy letter from the Advisory Council for Science, Technology and Innovation (AWTI), published just before Christmas, on the evaluation of science and scientists. The House of Representatives had requested the letter because of concerns about “recognition and appreciation,” the new way universities try to …

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Using the PlayStation 5 vertically can lead to technical issues

Using the PlayStation 5 vertically can lead to technical issues

Just like previous Sony consoles, the PlayStation 5 can be used both vertically and horizontally. However, it turns out that it’s not a good idea to place the console in an upright position next to your TV, as technical problems may arise. This has already been reported by a French repair shop, but it has received little attention. Now Wololo.net …

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André Marquand appointed professor of computational psychiatry

André Marquand appointed professor of computational psychiatry

January 4, 2023 André Marquand has been appointed Professor of Computational Psychiatry at Radboudumc / Radboud University. It applies artificial intelligence techniques to large datasets with different types of data. This allows him to predict how psychiatric disorders will develop in individual patients. It also contributes to the development of better treatments. Psychiatric disorders such as ADHD, …

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Netflix: pay extra when you share your account from early 2023

Netflix: pay extra when you share your account from early 2023

Account sharing surcharge has hit Netflix in recent months already tested in five Latin American countries. It will be introduced worldwide from the beginning of 2023. This is what Netflix said during the presentation of its quarterly figuresposting a growth of 2.4 million subscribers. Subscribers have to pay a few extra bucks a month if others use their ID to …

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Injured in protests against the Peruvian government | Abroad

Injured in protests against the Peruvian government |  Abroad

Violent clashes between demonstrators and security forces erupted again as new demonstrations against the Peruvian government. Three officers were injured and were airlifted to the capital Lima for treatment. Protests around the country erupted again on Wednesday. More than 40 people have been injured since then, the health ministry said. On Friday, protesters threw stones at police. They also attempted …

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A brand new restaurant where Nieuw Schaijk burned down

A brand new restaurant where Nieuw Schaijk burned down

It was a big loss for Schaijk when the restaurant Nieuw Schaijk caught fire in May. This completely changed the life of co-owner Johan Tielemans. He was determined the day after the fire: “We’re starting again, I’m convinced,” he said then. Now, seven months later, plans for a new restaurant are almost ready. Johan is sitting at a table in …

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Greater cooperation between legal camps in FTX bankruptcies

Greater cooperation between legal camps in FTX bankruptcies

Legal committees overseeing FTX’s bankruptcy cases in the United States and the Bahamas agree. Both groups reached a mutual agreement Cooperation. After FTX’s collapse, they disagreed bitterly, but that dispute was resolved. Bankruptcies Several bankruptcy proceedings are taking place at the same time. In Delaware, where FTX filed for bankruptcy protection, and in the Bahamas, where FTX Digital Markets is …

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The agricultural satellite makes “virtual agriculture” possible

The agricultural satellite makes “virtual agriculture” possible

Science•7 Jan ’23 13:23Author: Remy Coq The first SpaceX launch of 2023 took place last Monday from Cape Canaveral, Florida, and it’s a real first. The probe was part of a series of micro-satellites capable of closely monitoring the state of agricultural land. The first SpaceX launch of 2023 took place last Monday from Cape Canaveral, Florida, and it’s a …

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The tennis teams of Italy and the United States in the final of the United Cup

The tennis teams of Italy and the United States in the final of the United Cup

Stefanos Tsitsipas’ victory over Matteo Berrettini did not prevent the Italian tennis team from reaching the final of the United Cup, a mixed tournament in Sydney. Greek Tsitsipas gave his country the first point (2-1) after two defeats, but then saw Italy’s Lucia Bronzetti score the third and decisive point against Valentini Grammatikopoulou: 6-2 6-3. Italy will face the United …

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Astronomers photograph ‘snake spawn’ in space

Astronomers photograph ‘snake spawn’ in space

A new recording of the Visible and infrared survey telescope for astronomy reveals a stellar nursery in the tail of the Serpent constellation. When you look at the night sky, by drawing imaginary lines between the stars – with a little imagination – you can see all kinds of shapes. The casserole is a good example. Like the Big Dipper. …

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