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Kevin McCloud: 'You could slap me in the face with a design trend and I wouldn't know what it was'
As the presenter of Grand Designs, Channel 4's long-running show about ostensibly sensible people driving themselves mad in pursuit of a “unique” home, Kevin McCloud is an authority on home design. But he never qualified as an…
How Big Tobacco helped design Lunchables-and gave birth to the ultra-processed food industry
In the 1980s, Big Tobacco started playing a major role in America's food industry, buying up companies like General Foods, Kraft, and Nabisco. And that role, according to a new study, included using research and development from the cigarette…
First AI-designed 'universal vaccine' tested in humans
A vaccine targeting a broad range of viruses that was designed using artificial intelligence had a “modest” effect on immune systems in a small, early trial, according to a new study. The trial marks the first time a vaccine whose…
Cadence Design Systems Inc. stock underperforms Friday when compared to competitors
Shares of Cadence Design Systems Inc. CDNS shed 8.62% to $376.19 Friday, on what proved to be an all-around dismal trading session for the stock market, with the S&P 500 Index SPX falling 2.64% to 7,383.74 and Dow Jones Industrial Average DJIA…
5 backyard trends that are in this year, and 4 that are out, according to landscapers, gardeners, and interior designers
Colleen Bennett, founder and principal designer of CBB Design Firm, said outdoor lighting has come a long way in recent years. 'You're seeing outdoor lighting that is just adaptive and sexier than what we had before,' Bennett told BI. Rather than…
Remove 5 living room items to avoid your home looking cheap, urge designers
Creating a stunning living room is achievable on a budget, yet many homeowners inadvertently make decorating decisions that diminish the sophistication of their space. While your home should ultimately showcase your personal style, there are…
Researchers Successfully Trial AI-Designed Vaccine for the First Time
A new AI-designed vaccine has proved successful in its initial clinical trials. According to the researchers, this is the first time that a vaccine using an active component designed entirely through computer simulations has been tested in humans.
Designer Brands Stock Isn't A Great Fit Right Now (Downgrade) (NYSE:DBI)
Designer Brands faces deteriorating fundamentals, with revenue and profitability declining and shares underperforming the S&P 500 by a wide margin. Despite low valuation multiples and recent debt reduction, DBI's weak sales trends and mixed…
The University of Cambridge says it successfully tested a vaccine with an AI-designed antigen
Wherever you stand on the role of AI in the future of humanity, it has undeniably proved useful in the field of medical research. And now a team of researchers from the University of Cambridge have utilized the technology to create what they call a…
AI-designed universal coronavirus vaccine passes first human trial
Developed by researchers at the University of Cambridge and the university spinout company DIOSynVax (DVX) Ltd, the experimental vaccine was found to be safe and caused no significant side effects in a study involving 39 healthy volunteers. Unlike…
Drop-waist dresses are still trending for summer - M&S's £30 black cotton style could be designer
Unless you've been living under a fashion rock, you'll know that the drop-waist silhouette has been trending for what feels like forever. (Let us be clear, we are *very* happy about this — long live its popularity, we say.) Back in April and…
The Trendy Nail Designs Everyone Is Asking for This Summer
The power of a great manicure is not to be underestimated: Beyond helping you feel instantly more put-together, personalized nail designs are an outlet for self-expression. With that in mind, it only makes sense to start a new season with a…
Trump trolled with mocking $250 bill design after his latest Oval Office nap
One of President Donald Trump's foes, New York Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul, poked fun at the president, who was seen falling asleep in the Oval Office this week — using the moment to suggest a potential design for his $250 bill with his…
RaiseFashion Panelists Tackle Realities of Production, Access to Capital and Sustainable Growth for Independent Designers
Overcoming barriers for independent designers was the hot topic Thursday night at a panel discussion titled “Made Together: Production, Funding, and the Future of Independent Fashion,” hosted by RaiseFashion in partnership with…
How Digital Software Is Powering Innovation in Modern Product Design
By enabling digitized production design, this digital software is freeing up businesses and individuals across numerous industries to work smarter, not harder. To design a new product or tool is often a lengthy, labor-intensive process. Even the…
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