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This month we look at an ambitious project from the University of Edinburgh to make robots not only move more like humans, but learn from their experiences like humans too. Is it possible to make a robot that can adapt to a new situation?
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Evi knows what you want
New app can access millions of facts to answer all your questions directly.
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New Adaptive Robots
New robot technology is designed to act like humans in a variety of situations.
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Thyme heals
Microbiology shows how the antibacterial action of herbs can be a cure for acne
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Dance And Parkinson’s Disease
English National Ballet uses the Nutcracker dance to help people with Parkinson’s disease.
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High speed light harvester
Studying energy transfer on extremely short timescales could improve solar energy.
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Secrets of Regeneration
Studying how flatworms can regenerate can unlock some molecular mysteries.
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