Nature

This AI has chemical expertise — and helps synthesize 35 new compounds

It uses a system called simplified molecular-input line-entry system (SMILES). This translates chemical 3D structures into ...

Wembanyama scores 28 points to lead Spurs past Rockets, 111-99

Victor Wembanyama had 28 points, 16 rebounds and five blocks to help the San Antonio Spurs rally for a 111-99 victory over the Houston Rockets on Wednesday night.

George scores 32 and Embiid has 29 to lead 76ers past short-handed Bucks 139-122

Paul George scored 32 points, Joel Embiid had 18 of his 29 points in the first quarter and the Philadelphia 76ers rolled to a ...
Nature

What were the first animals? The fierce sponge–jelly battle that just won’t end

For almost two decades, scientists have debated whether sponges or comb jellies are the first animal lineage. Now some are ...
IEEE

Searching in Symmetric Solution Space for Permutation-Related Optimization Problems

Abstract: Symmetry is a widespread phenomenon in nature. Recognizing symmetry can minimize redundancy to improve computing efficiency. In this paper, we take permutation-related combinatorial ...
IEEE

An Estimation of Distribution Algorithm-Based Hyper-Heuristic for the Distributed Assembly Mixed No-Idle Permutation Flowshop Scheduling Problem

Abstract: The distributed assembly mixed no-idle permutation flowshop scheduling problem (DAMNIPFSP), a common occurrence in modern industries like integrated circuit production, ceramic frit ...