Technology

Math experts develop algorithm simulating Mpox spread

In a major stride towards enhancing global epidemic preparedness, Drs. Victoria May Mendoza and Renier Mendoza of the UP-Diliman College of Science Institute of Mathematics (UPD-CS IM) have provided key findings on the dynamics of the Mpox (monkeypox) spread. In collaboration with South Korean researchers, the team developed an innovative algorithm to investigate the pivotal […]

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Auto parts expo debuts this June

A new platform for local, international, and regional suppliers of automotive parts, accessories, maintenance equipment, and tools is set to debut in the country this June. The inaugural Auto Parts & Vehicles Expo Philippines (APVE) will be held from June 5 to 7, 2024 at the World Trade Center Metro Manila in Pasay City. The

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GM-Honda joint venture on fuel cells begins production

General Motors (GM) and Honda have recently announced the start of production at their 50-50 joint venture production facility, the Fuel Cell System Manufacturing LLC (FCSM), the first large-scale manufacturing joint venture to build fuel cells. Further, the two major automakers’ move signals a pivotal moment in the commercialization of hydrogen fuel cell systems. Honda

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Physicists present transport network research in Congress

Dr. Reinabelle Reyes and Dr. May Lim of the UP Diliman National Institute of Physics (UPD-CS NIP) presented their research on transport network efficiency at a House Committee on Visayas Development meeting last Feb. 6. Together with independent researcher JC Albert Peralta, Reyes and Lim used a 300-year-old math discipline called network science to model

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All-electric Porsche Taycan masters final endurance tests

Following early computer simulations and extensive validations on test benches, the updated Porsche Taycan is now undergoing the final stages of real testing on handling circuits and public roads. “Faster, higher, further—we have improved the new Taycan in practically every discipline compared to its predecessor,” says model line vice president Kevin Giek. “And because the

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Investing heavily on ‘green’ lithium production

Stellantis recently announced an investment of over $100 million to fast-track the development of Controlled Thermal Resources Holdings Inc’s Hell’s Kitchen project. It’s the world’s largest geothermal lithium project, with a total resource capacity to produce up to 300,000 metric tons of lithium carbonate equivalent each year. Lithium produced at Hell’s Kitchen will support Stellantis

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Another P2.5B earmarked for free internet in public places

The government is investing another P2.5 billion to deploy new access points where Filipinos can enjoy password-free Internet Wi-Fi connectivity using their mobile devices, Quezon City Rep. Marvin Rillo recently said in a statement. “The P2.5 billion in fresh funding for the Free Public Internet Access Program (FPIAP) in the proposed P5.767-trillion national budget for

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green hydrogen

Firms ink new green hydrogen supply chain agreement

Masdar and Dutch companies Port of Amsterdam, SkyNRG, Evos Amsterdam, and Zenith Energy Terminals recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for developing a green hydrogen supply chain through Amsterdam. This green hydrogen could be used for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), steelmaking, shipping, and wider offtake opportunities. Exploring the developments would also support the Dutch

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