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Do humans have the monopoly on art?
As science and technology advances humans are faced with moral, ethical and practical dilemmas on a scale not previously seen. The effects of this can be seen in reaction to advances in medicine and artificial intelligence, but the two are slowly merging. Can the judicious application of art help society to deal with the issues it encounters? Full Article


Are water-powered mobile phones just a wet dream?
Canadian scientists have developed a method of generating electricity from water for use in small devices, paving the way for devices such as water-powered mobile phones. Full Article

GM controversy continues after study
A recent British study has provided some ammunition for opponents of genetically modified crops by returning results that support many of the concerns raised by the opponents. Full Article

Wi-Fi medical implants considered
The Australian Communications Authority (ACA) has called for submissions on a proposal to introduce wireless medical implants into the Australian market. Medical Implant Communications Systems (MICS) use an ultra-low- power radiocommunications device inside a medical implant to allow them to be monitored and controlled remotely – which means from within around 2 metres of the patient. Full Article

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