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The global adaptive gaming controllers market is projected to grow to USD 900 million by 2032.
Microsoft's Xbox Adaptive Controller allows extensive customization for gamers with disabilities.
Adaptive controllers help individuals with various disabilities connect with others through gaming.
North America is expected to maintain market dominance in adaptive gaming controllers.
The demand for accessibility in gaming is a driving force for market growth.
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Maven monitors activity, sleep, respiratory rate, and drinking habits around the clock.
PetPace offers 24/7 telehealth and telemedicine for dogs and cats.
Wearable devices can alert you to potential pet health problems early.
PetPace tracks vital signs, including temperature and heart rate.
Wearable devices for pets provide peace of mind for busy pet owners.
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Antimicrobial resistance caused 1.27 million deaths globally in 2019.
Antimicrobial resistance could result in up to $3.4 trillion GDP losses annually by 2030.
Over 2.8 million antimicrobial-resistant infections occur yearly in the U.S.
Deaths from antimicrobial-resistant infections in the U.S. exceed 35,000 each year.
30% of deaths from resistant infections were avoided in the U.S. due to prevention efforts.
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I think I can safely say that nobody understands quantum mechanics.
Richard Feynman[6]
If you are not completely confused by quantum mechanics, you do not understand it.
John A. Wheeler[6]
Reality itself is indeterminate until observed.
Unknown[4]
The uncertainty principle is not about our lack of knowledge.
Unknown[4]
Uncertainty is not a failure of science. It's a triumph of understanding.
Unknown[4]
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The gpt-oss models utilize the o200k_harmony tokenizer, which is a Byte Pair Encoding (BPE) tokenizer. This tokenizer extends the o200k tokenizer used for other OpenAI models, such as GPT-4o and OpenAI o4-mini, and includes tokens specifically designed for the harmony chat format. The total number of tokens in this tokenizer is 201,088[1].
This tokenizer plays a crucial role in the models' training and processing capabilities, enabling effective communication in their agentic workflows and enhancing their instruction-following abilities[1].
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Automation is good, so long as you know exactly where to put the machine.
Eliyahu Goldratt[2]
The future of business is learning to partner with AI and automation to work smarter.
Hannah D. Waters[4]
Automation does not need to be our enemy. I think machines can make life easier for men, if men do not let the machines dominate them.
John F. Kennedy[5]
The age of automation is going to be the age of 'do it yourself.'
Marshall McLuhan[5]
AI is helping Berkeley Lab speed that up—dramatically.
Unknown[6]
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Lucian's True History is replete with bizarre and surreal creatures that defy common sense and natural law, serving as both entertainment and a biting satire on historical and literary conventions[1]. The narrative presents an array of beings from gigantic whales and enormous spiders to hybrid creatures such as Hippogypians and Lachanopters whose very existence challenges the reader to distinguish between fact and absurdity[1].
Among the most striking are the Hippogypians – men who ride on monstrous vultures with three-headed birds whose feathers are described as larger than the mast of a tall ship. Lucian presents these creatures riding through the air as if they were chariots, emphasizing their exaggerated size and the absurdity of their role as royal messengers tasked with gathering strangers for a king[1]. Equally fantastical are the Lachanopters and other winged beings such as the Psyllotoxotans who ride upon great fleas and the Anemodromians, footmen that inexplicably take to the air without feathers. Further, Lucian describes enormous spiders that spin webs between the Moon and the Morning Star, attributing to them a kind of cosmic construction role that is both ludicrous and ingenious[1].
The bizarre creatures in Lucian's work are far more than simple elements of fantasy; they are symbols loaded with satirical intent. By populating his narrative with hybrids and exaggerations, Lucian mocks the spurious reports of ancient historians such as Ctesias and Iambulus, who recounted unbelievable travels and monstrous beings with a serious tone. For example, when he alludes to giant spiders or winged carriages of men, Lucian is subtly critiquing the extravagant and often absurd claims found in historical accounts, thereby questioning the veracity and the aim of such narratives[1].
Furthermore, some creatures seem to serve as mirror images for human vanity and folly. In the case of the gigantic whale that swallows whole ships and even encompasses entire cities within its belly, the creature symbolizes the unpredictable, all-consuming nature of falsehoods and exaggerations that wash over society. This is mirrored in the detailed yet ludicrous descriptions of natural phenomena—a river of wine, vines with feminine forms, and supernatural beings whose attributes are both humorous and grotesque. Such hyperbolic descriptions underscore Lucian's argument that truth itself can be overshadowed by the art of lying, as he confesses in a playful preface that his entire narrative is a work of deliberate untruth[1].
The narrative structure of True History blends detailed, realistic chronology with wildly implausible events and beings, producing an effect that both entertains and provokes critical reflection on the nature of historical writing. Lucian's portrayal of creatures such as the Hippogypians, whose magnificence is described with a meticulous attention to detail, and the enormous spiders that construct air-born webs, serves to satirize the conventionally serious tone of epic travel narratives. By doing so, he questions the authenticity of historical records and satirically implicates the authority of ancient historians who accepted such fabrications with credence[1].
Moreover, the insistence on precise details—such as the number of giant creatures and the measurements of their fantastic features—ironically reinforces the theme of hyperbolic truth. This blending of the precise with the absurd challenges the reader to examine the motives behind exaggerated accounts and to consider that what is labeled 'truth' in history might sometimes be little more than elaborate invention[1].
Through its vivid and outlandish portrayals of fantastical creatures, Lucian's True History stands as a masterful example of ancient satire. The creatures, ranging from multi-headed vultures to airborne fleas and cosmic spiders, are not only meant to provoke wonder and amusement but also to serve as devices that question the nature of truth in historical narratives. By mixing detailed descriptions with outright impossibilities, Lucian offers a commentary on the human tendency to accept fantastical stories without scrutiny. Ultimately, his work remains a timeless reminder of the fine line between truth and elaborate fabrication in the telling of history[1].
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Champions aren't made in the gyms. Champions are made from something they have deep inside them – a desire, a dream, a vision.
Muhammad Ali[5]
The difference between the impossible and the possible lies in a person's determination.
Unknown[4]
You miss 100% of the shots you don't take.
Wayne Gretzky[2]
Difficulties in life are intended to make us better, not bitter.
Dan Reeves[5]
Never let the fear of striking out get in your way.
Babe Ruth[5]
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Welcome to our audio clip on the exciting rise of algae biofuels in aviation. Today we explore how researchers are turning ocean microalgae into a promising source of sustainable jet fuel. Scientists have found that certain algae, such as Isochrysis, contain unique chemical compounds that not only produce biodiesel but, when processed correctly, can yield fuel components ideal for jet fuel blends. Innovative chemical methods break down these long-chain molecules into shorter fragments that match the properties needed for aviation. Meanwhile, advances in microalgae cultivation techniques – from open ponds to high-tech photobioreactors – are helping to maximize biomass production without competing with food crops, all while capturing carbon and reducing environmental impact. Although current production costs are high, ongoing tests in jet fuel blending and improved cultivation are setting the stage for greener, more sustainable aviation fuel in the future. Stay tuned as this exciting field takes flight in the quest for a cleaner sky.
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The fashion industry contributes to 10% of global carbon emissions annually.
To make a single cotton t-shirt, 2,700 liters of fresh water are needed.
Fast fashion produces significant textile waste; 12 kg of clothing is dumped per person in the EU.
Only 1% of used clothes are recycled into new garments.
Sustainable practices and circular fashion aim to reduce textile waste and emissions.
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