Advances

Winning robot records faster time than Jacob Kiplimo’s world record More than 100 robots run in parallel tracks to avoid collisions with humansDozens of Chinese-made humanoid robots showed off their fast-improving athleticism as they whizzed past human runners in a half-marathon race in Beijing on Sunday, having lagged far behind a year earlier.The race’s inaugural edition last year was riddled with mishaps, as many robots struggled to get off the starting line, and most were unable to finish. Continue reading...

• Scientists warn that rapid advances in artificial intelligence and neurotechnology are advancing faster than our scientific understanding of consciousness, creating serious ethical risks. • The acceleration of AI capabilities and brain-computer interface technologies raises urgent questions about the nature of consciousness and ethical implications. • Researchers emphasize the need for parallel development of ethical frameworks to accompany technological progress.

• No. 3 seed Illinois defeated Big Ten rival Iowa 71-59 in the South Region final, earning a spot in Saturday's national semifinal against No. 2 seed Connecticut at 6:09 p.m. ET. • Freshman Keaton Wagler led with 25 points and was named Region Most Outstanding Player, while Andrej Stojakovic added 17 points. • Illinois outscored Iowa 20-8 after a 51-51 tie with 7:14 left, closing with an 8-0 run as Iowa failed to score in the final two minutes.

• Soligenix's HyBryte for cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL) has a second Phase 3 trial underway with enrollment of approximately 80 subjects, interim analysis in Q2 2026, and top-line results in H2 2026. • Previous Phase 3 trials showed statistical significance in primary endpoints across multiple cycles, following FDA NDA submission and RTF letter. • The program targets unmet needs in rare dermatological cancers with ongoing FDA discussions for development path.

• President Trump rescinded Biden-era executive orders, directing federal agencies to terminate all DEI and environmental justice roles, offices, and equity-focused programs. • Funds are prohibited for promoting gender ideology, mandating 'sex' as male or female in documents like passports, eliminating 'X' gender options. • OMB and OPM are coordinating hiring changes, ending chief diversity officer positions and reinstating bans on racial bias training.

• Top-seeded Arizona defeated Arkansas 109-88 in the Sweet 16 on March 27, shooting nearly 64% from the field to reach the Elite Eight for the first time since 2015. • Freshmen Brayden Burries and Koa Peat each scored 21 points, while Arkansas' Darius Acuff Jr. led his team with 28 points. • The win extends Arizona's winning streak to 12 games, positioning them one victory from their first Final Four in 25 years.

• The Military Health System's March 26, 2026 update covers research submissions and awards for the Department of War’s primary scientific gathering during March 23-27. • Features teamwork and tools for field medic training, plus new research on preventing dangerous diseases in U.S. Army and Navy contexts. • Army Reserve 'Connect to Protect' initiative emphasizes health protections amid weekly military medical news.