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My Mind was Blown. AI Music is INSANE! - Google's NEW MusicLM AI Hello Science Maniactics! This is Ava, I've been gone for a minute, but I'm back. Today, we're going to talk about an exciting new AI system from Google called MusicLM that can generate music in any genre given a text description. But before we get into the details of how it works, let's talk about the history of AI music generation. There have been other attempts at creating generative AI systems for music in the past, such as Riffusion, an AI that composes music by visualizing it, as well as Dance Diffusion, Google’s own AudioML and OpenAI’s Jukebox. However, due to technical limitations and limited training data, none of these systems have been able to produce songs that are particularly complex in composition or high-fidelity. Enter MusicLM. This AI system was trained on a dataset of 280,000 hours of music, and is able to generate coherent songs for descriptions of "significant complexity" such as "enchanting jazz song with a memorable saxophone solo and a solo singer" or "Berlin ’90s techno with a low bass and strong kick." The songs it generates are so good, they sound like they were created by a human artist, although they may not be as inventive or musically cohesive.

This Could End White People Forever - Human Sperm Count Declining Hey Science Maniatics, it's Paula here! Let’s talk about sperm. Some love it and some hate it. Either way it deals with science. Are you ready to dive into the world of human fertility? Recently, a study was published in the journal Human Reproduction Update that found some alarming statistics about sperm count and concentration in the last 50 years. The study found that average human sperm concentrations dropped by 51.6 percent, and total sperm counts dropped by 62.3 percent. The researchers conducted a meta-analysis of 223 papers published between 1973 and 2018, analyzing sperm samples of a combined 57,000 men across 53 countries. This study expands on a 2017 paper by several of the same authors that found a similar decline in sperm count. The 2017 study focused mostly on people in Europe, North America, and Australia, but the new analysis includes data from South America, Asia, and Africa. This is particularly important, as the decline in sperm count and concentration is not limited to developed countries, it's a global trend.

Prepare For The Apocalypse - Scientists Set Doomsday Clock Closer To Midnight Science Maniatics, are you ready for some heart-stopping news? Marcus here as your Science Maniatics correspondent for today. The Bulletin of Atomic Scientists has issued a warning that humanity is facing a time of "unprecedented danger." The Doomsday Clock, a symbol of how close we are to global catastrophe, has been moved 10 seconds closer to midnight, now at 90 seconds to midnight. This is the closest it has been to symbolic doom since it was created over 75 years ago.The clock's adjustment is in response to the multiple threats that humanity is facing right now. The threat of nuclear war and the increasing number of nuclear weapons, the devastating impact of climate change and the lack of action to curb it, and the ongoing threat of pandemics and biological warfare.

CERN On The Rise - The Case For Dark Matter Has Strengthened - Hey everyone! It's your Science Maniatics correspondent Nicole, and we are back with another video full of knowledge and insight to provoke thought. Don't you just love true science and not science so falsely called? Have you ever heard of dark matter? It's a mysterious substance that makes up about 26% of the universe, but we can't see it. We only know it's there because of its effects on other things. Some scientists believe in dark matter, but others think it might not exist. They think that instead, we just don't understand the laws of physics very well. But recent evidence is starting to support the idea that dark matter is real. One way scientists figure out if dark matter is real is by looking at how galaxies rotate. Galaxies are big collections of stars, and they spin around like a giant wheel. The Milky Way, the galaxy we live in, has between 200 and 400 billion stars, but we don't know how many there are for sure. Just like planets orbit the sun in our solar system, stars in a galaxy orbit the center of the galaxy. But while the planets are held in place by gravity and their speed, the stars in a galaxy move too fast for the amount of matter we can see. This means there must be more matter in the galaxy that we can't see, and that's where dark matter comes in. But not everyone agrees with the idea of dark matter. Some scientists think that the laws of physics we use to explain how things move in space might be wrong. They have come up with different theories that use different equations than what we normally use. Both groups have evidence that supports their ideas and argues against the other.

The END IS NEAR!! - MASSIVE Alligator Catfish Hybrids Coming Hey there, this is Jordan, your Science Maniatics correspondent for today's awesome video. This is really taking the term Science Maniatics seriously. Have you ever heard of CRISPR? It's a tool scientists use to change the DNA of animals, plants, and now even mankind…imagine that. Recently, they used it on alligators and catfish! Scientists took alligator eggs and used CRISPR to change a certain gene that controls the temperature at which the alligator's sex is determined. This means that by changing the temperature, they can control if the alligator is born a boy or a girl! This is supposed to help prevent the population of alligators from getting too skewed towards one sex. But that's not all, the scientists didn't just stop at alligators. They also used CRISPR on catfish to make them grow faster. The catfish grew about 25% bigger and faster than regular catfish. The alligator gene that the scientists used on the catfish is called the alpha-crystallin B gene.

Scientists Discover SCARY New Layer Of Brain Tissue That Could Change The Way We Think FOREVER Are you ready to learn about a super cool discovery in the world of science? Diarmid here, your Science Maniatics correspondent for today. Scientists have found a new layer of tissue in our brains that helps protect it and keeps it healthy. They've called it the Subarachnoid LYmphatic-like Membrane, or SLYM for short. This layer is only a few cells thick and helps control the flow of a special fluid called cerebrospinal fluid. This fluid helps transport waste out of the brain and supports its immune system. The SLYM also seems to be the home base of brain-specific immune cells, which are like little helpers that keep the brain healthy. Abnormalities in this layer may trigger or worsen multiple sclerosis, brain infections and Alzheimer’s. This discovery is really exciting because it helps us understand more about how the brain works.

The FIRST CRISPR Gene Edited Meat CEO is RESETTING SCIENCE!!! You might be thinking, "Gene-edited meat? Is this science fiction?" But the truth is, it's not fiction at all - it's science reality. Hello everybody, this is Paula, your Science Maniatics correspondent for today's video. Meet Joshua March, the CEO of SciFi Foods. SciFi Foods, formerly known as Artemys Foods, is a startup based in San Leandro, California. March and his team are using gene-editing technology to create traditional meat from cells. It might sound like a daunting task, but it's one that March and his team are determined to tackle. After all, creating just one measly steak requires growing a staggering 10 trillion animal muscle cells. But March is no stranger to the world of startups. He's the CEO of his fourth company, and his previous company, Conversocial, was acquired for a whopping $50 million. So when it comes to convincing investors that SciFi Foods is a viable venture, March is more than up to the task.

A ROBOT LAWYER WILL BE IN COURT FOR THE FIRST TIME — DONOTPAY Hello everyone! Vanessa here, your Science Maniatics correspondent and welcome to our video on "How A Robot Lawyer Is Going To Change The Way We Think About Courtroom AI!" Artificial intelligence, or AI, is being used in more and more industries to automate tasks and make them more efficient. But what about the legal industry? Can artificial intelligence be used in a court of law? The answer is yes, and a company called DoNotPay is leading the way. DoNotPay bills itself as "the home of the world's first robot lawyer," and according to its CEO, Joshua Browder, the company's mission is to "level the playing field and make legal information and self-help accessible to everyone." And they're doing just that by using artificial intelligence to fight speeding tickets in court.

We Will All Be gods Through CRISPR - Gene Editing For The Masses? Hey everyone this is Joe, welcome back Science Maniatics. We are back with another maniatic video. Today we're talking about CRISPR technology again, that is back in the news. In our last video Jordan spoke about CRISPR being used to mix the genes of an alligator with catfish. Would that be a Catigator? For those who don’t know, it's a way to change your DNA and make it so you're protected from certain diseases for your whole life. Ye shall be as gods anyone? Imagine, no more needles or shots to keep you healthy. Scientists are using CRISPR to turn off certain genes that cause bad things in your body.

Ancient DNA Analysis: Breakthrough Technologies 2023 Hey everyone! It's Wade here, your Science Maniatics correspondent for today. Have you ever heard of paleogenetics? It's a fancy way of saying scientists are studying ancient DNA to learn more about our past. In the past, scientists had a hard time studying ancient teeth and bones because they were often too damaged to analyze. But now, new techniques and methods make it possible to study even tiny traces of DNA found in dirt. This has led to a big boom in studying ancient DNA. WATCH: Chinese Researchers Decrypt Quantum Computers & DESTROY Bitcoin In A New Experiment Chinese researchers have claimed that they've been able to use quantum computers to break encryption, which is a big deal because encryption helps keep our information safe from hackers and bad actors. You might be wondering, what is quantum computing? Well, it's a way to process data really fast, but it's also really hard to make and use. In fact, some experts have estimated that it would be years before we could even hope to use quantum computers for tasks like breaking encryption. So when the Chinese researchers made their announcement, a lot of people were skeptical. Technology skeptics think the announcement is a fake meant to frighten people. In a "scientific paper" released last month, the researchers claimed to have used a quantum computer with just 10 qubits to factor a number with 48 bits. That's a pretty impressive feat, but many experts are saying that the breakthrough is currently unfeasible. In fact, Andre Konig, the CEO and co-founder of Global Quantum Intelligence, called the announcement "the largest fraud he has seen in roughly 25 years." Konig argues that the paper's claims lack a proof of concept and are just hype-driven spins on already established methodology and approaches.

Ancient DNA Analysis: Breakthrough Technologies 2023 Hey everyone! It's Wade here, your Science Maniatics correspondent for today. Have you ever heard of paleogenetics? It's a fancy way of saying scientists are studying ancient DNA to learn more about our past. In the past, scientists had a hard time studying ancient teeth and bones because they were often too damaged to analyze. But now, new techniques and methods make it possible to study even tiny traces of DNA found in dirt. This has led to a big boom in studying ancient DNA. Scientists can now analyze DNA from ancient remains that were once thought to be too damaged to study. This has opened the door to new discoveries and has led to a better understanding of our past. In November, a scientist named Svante Pääbo won the Nobel Prize for his work in this field. Thanks to ancient DNA analysis, scientists have discovered two extinct species of humans, Homo luzonensis and Denisovans, and learned that modern humans have some of their DNA. We now have whole genome data for over 5,000 ancient human individuals, which is way more than we had just 10 years ago.

Zombie Cells Could Finally Give Birth To New Life? Zombie Babies Are zombies and dead people coming back from the grave? We can now use cells from dead people to create new life. But who gets to decide? The use of cells from deceased people to create new life is a complex and controversial issue that raises a number of ethical and legal questions. With advances in reproductive technology, it is now possible to use sperm, eggs, and embryos from deceased people to make embryos and eventually babies. This raises the question of who gets to decide what happens to these cells after the person who provided them has died.

Honeybees Could Be COMPLETELY WIPED OUT By A New U.S. Biotech Vaccine Hello and welcome back! Today we're going to be talking about an exciting and controversial new development in the world of beekeeping. A biotech company called Dalan Animal Health has announced that it has received approval from the US government for its new honeybee vaccine. This vaccine is designed to help protect bees against a disease called American Foulbrood, which is caused by a type of bacteria called Paenibacillus larvae. The vaccine works by using small fragments of the bacteria, which are mixed in with a substance called royal jelly that worker bees produce and feed to the queen bee and her larvae. When the queen eats the jelly, she will also be ingesting the vaccine, which will give her offspring some immunity to the disease. This is great news for beekeepers, because it means they can prevent infections in their hives and avoid the need for costly treatments. It's also good news for bees, because infected bees and hives are often incinerated to stop the spread of the disease.

Microsoft Is Reportedly Investing $10 billion In The Developer Of ChatGPT - OpenAI Hello and welcome to our video about the latest news in the tech world! This is Patrick here with Science Maniatics and today, we're going to be talking about a big investment that Microsoft is making in a company called OpenAI. OpenAI is a startup that was founded in 2015 by Silicon Valley entrepreneur Sam Altman. The company specializes in artificial intelligence and machine learning, and has created several tools that have gained popularity in the tech community, including the GPT-3 family of large language models and the natural language processing model, ChatGPT. ChatGPT is a tool that is designed to generate text that appears as though a human wrote it. It's a powerful tool that can be used for a wide range of applications, including developing code, writing essays, and even creating creative content such as poetry and fiction. According to a report from Semafor, Microsoft has plans to invest $10 billion in OpenAI as part of a funding round with other investors involved. This would value the startup at a staggering $29 billion, making it one of the most valuable AI startups in the world.

Scientist Gives Kids a Mind-Blowing Look At Their Brains On Social Media Hello everyone! This is Ayva, your Science Maniatic correspondent and welcome to our video on a new study that examines the impact of social media usage on the developing brains of adolescents. As we all know, social media has become an integral part of our daily lives, and it's no secret that it can have a significant impact on our brain's anatomy. But a new study suggests that it may also impact the developing brains of adolescents in profound ways as well. Researchers from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, have conducted one of the first studies of its kind, which found that habitually checking social feeds may change the ways early adolescents process social rewards and punishments, changes concrete enough that they can be seen as distinct and divergent neural pathways in brain scans.

Science Maniatics Merchandise Coming Soon! FINAL NOTICE - Digital People Will Take Over The World...Will They Take Over You? Hello Science Maniatics, Sofia here today as your correspondent. Welcome to our video on the latest advancements in artificial intelligence and the creation of "digital people." Have you ever read a sci-fi novel or seen a movie where there are characters that are fully automated and can conduct natural conversations? Well, believe it or not, that's not just science fiction anymore. Thanks to advancements in artificial intelligence, we now have the ability to create virtual characters that can be programmed with unique personalities. But what exactly are "digital people" and how are they being used? These A.I.-powered virtual characters have the capability to handle a variety of non-physical tasks, such as selling products, providing customer support services, and even teaching classes. One example of this is in the staffing industry. Instead of having clients fill out forms describing the kind of employees they're looking for, they can simply talk to a virtual consultant that can recommend new hires based on the conversations.