Communication

Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain A stir went through the Australian science communication community last week, caused by an article with the headline Science communicators need to stop telling everybody the universe is a meaningless void. In meetings and online back channels we cried "not ALL science communicators!" As experts in…

The three-dimensional stimulus scene depicting a girl’s running motion toward house (top panel) and its description in gesture by 3- to 4-year-old children learning Turkish or English. In co-speech gesture, child learners of English combine manner and path into a single gesture (rotating both palms rapidly while moving them forward to convey running forward; B1); child learners of Turkish express only path without manner (tracing a line with right index…

Meta will soon discontinue its cross-platform messaging service that you to message accounts on Facebook from your Instagram account. Three years after the ability to chat across services was announced by the company, you will once again be limited to messaging users on the platform you are currently using. The company has not specified a reason for the decision, but the announcement comes during its expected timeline to add support for end-to-end encryption (E2EE) by default on Messenger — by the end of the year.In a…

New advanced photonic chips have been developed that optimize light transmission for optical wireless systems. These chips, essential for future 5G and 6G networks, represent a shift towards energy-efficient analog technologies and have wide-ranging applications in high-speed data processing and communication. Credit: Politecnico di Milano A new breakthrough in optical wireless technology features photonic chips that efficiently shape light for improved data transmission, pivotal for the advancement of future wireless…

The highly anticipated Honor Magic 6 series is set to make waves in the smartphone industry. The flagship smartphone from…

Huawei MatePad Pro 11 2024 was launched in China on Tuesday. The tablet succeeds the MatePad Pro 11 2023 model. It is powered by a Kirin 9000s chipset and is backed by an 8,300mAh battery with 66W wired fast charging support. The tablet maintains a similar design language to that of that of the preceding models. Huawei confirmed that the tablet will be available for purchase in two storage variants and in four colour options.Huawei MatePad Pro 11 2024 price, availabilityOffered in Diamond White,…

A flowchart is a powerful visual communication tool that aids in explaining and deconstructing complex ideas or processes. Whether you're an engineer, student, designer, leader, or team member, a well-designed flowchart can help ensure that everyone is on the same page. Using flowcharts during brainstorming, planning, or process outlining offers several benefits, such as streamlining communication with simple visual aids, presenting logical organization for efficient understanding, facilitating troubleshooting by…

A new study finds that excess information can impair decision-making. This has implications for public health, suggesting that simplified, focused information improves choices. AI chatbots could potentially personalize advice to enhance decision-making efficiency.Even minimal excess information can hinder effective decision-making according to new research at Stevens Institute of Technology.When faced with challenging choices, individuals often instinctively seek out extensive information. However, recent research…

Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Scientists say they have revealed a host of strategies that can facilitate the flow of information among global virtual teams (GVTs) of different cultural, linguistic, and geographic backgrounds. In a study published in the International Journal of Cross Cultural Management the scientists identify…

Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Saying "I'm sorry," especially in the workplace, can be tricky terrain. Delivering an effective apology can help resolve conflicts, restore trust and promote collaboration among coworkers. But what works best? A research team including a University of Arizona faculty member says that to make your…