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The dragon who conquered the sky III

Dragon master fem!reader x Cloud controller Yesung

Theme: Celebrity-fantasy AU

Synopsis: SM's Special Forces Program had demanded the presence of its best soldiers. An idol capable of molding clouds to his convenience and you, a rockstar capable of commanding a legion of dragons needed to join forces to save your world from imminent doom.

Warnings: Description of violent events, war theme (?), written with female pronouns, slight use of "Y/N", fluff, enemies to lovers, humor, slow burn.

w/c: 5k

a/n: This chapter contains two terms from Chinese mythology and culture. I apologize in advance if any of them are used incorrectly, but I did my best to research them.

The dragon who conquered the sky III

Your spontaneous laughter echoed through the rehearsal room as Yesung's arrow hit the wall instead of the target.

With that wasted arrow, the total increased to eight shots that had hit everywhere but the target.

"Maybe you should switch weapons and try something else, like a sword or an axe," you suggested, balancing one of your daggers on the tip of your index finger.

The way you handled that sharp object showed how skilled you were at such tasks.

Your training in China had been demanding.

When your powers were not yet fully developed, your mother had taken charge of your training. The weight of your family's battle style fell on you; after all, you were the only heir.

"I don't think so," replied Yesung, placing the arrow back on the bow. "I prefer a weapon which I can attack from a distance."

His voice brought you back to the present, forcing you to focus your attention on him.

The admission of his true motives was involuntary. Siwon's power continued to exert its effect on both.

You rolled your eyes and continued to weigh the dagger in your hands as you watched the singer's technique with the bow.

The lack of practice in using such devices would end up putting Yesung and even yourself at risk.

You wouldn't know if he was aiming at the enemy or at you. If he didn't receive the proper instructions on how to use the bow, the consequences could be disastrous.

Knowing in advance that you would regret what you were about to do, you directed your steps toward the idol, who still seemed to be having trouble drawing the bowstring.

"Spread your legs a little and square your shoulders," you ordered in a firm voice.

There was not a hint of humor in your tone, nothing to indicate that you were playing a joke or just wanted to pass the time. No. Your expression was completely serious.

"Hold the handle firmly with your left hand, place four fingers of your other hand on the string, and pull slightly."

The idol obeyed, trying to maintain the posture you had indicated. Tightening that string was complicated, a task that was completely foreign to him.

The string slipped from his fingers and produced a threatening buzz that left him perplexed.

"Forget what happened and try again."

Yesung resumed the posture and redid the movement you had instructed him to do, this time paying attention to every detail to avoid any possible mistakes.

"Don't stop squaring your shoulders," you finally circled around him to appreciate his technique. "Your elbow should be at shoulder height."

You pushed the singer's elbow upward with your fingers. His arm trembled slightly due to the tension of the string, but he still did not loosen his grip.

You moved around him, trying to correct his grip, posture, and technique, giving him light taps here and there.

When you reached his back, you positioned yourself behind him, your left hand closing around his to help him straighten the direction he was pointing.

Your fingers caressed his, sending an electric current coursing through his entire body.

He swallowed hard, trying not to lose his concentration.

After loosening your grip, you rested your palm on his back to correct the position of his shoulder blades.

That dynamic was driving him crazy to the point where he didn't know what he was doing there.

"Do you know how to shoot a bow, or are you messing with me?" he asked to keep his mind occupied with something.

He didn't want to keep thinking about your touch, your presence, or the absurd scent of your hair, which his brain was struggling to discern until it found every note of fragrance in it.

"I know a little about archery."

Your answer was simple and concise. You didn't want to invite any further questions, and you hoped your distant tone would achieve its goal.

"Pay attention to your elbow, you can't lower it like that or the arrow will end up causing an accident," you warned to keep his focus on what he was doing at the moment.

After a couple of hours of pulling the string and holding the handle as if letting go meant death, Yesung believed he was ready to shoot his first arrow.

He took one of the long―pointed rods in his right hand and placed the nock on the string. He pulled the bow back with force and aimed at the bale with precision, aware that you were watching him.

Like an expert in the field, he closed one eye to ensure greater accuracy. Your words echoed in his mind, "the elbow goes at shoulder height," and he corrected his grip.

From his perspective, the arrow should hit the middle, or at least he hoped it would hit the yellow area of the target.

"The string should touch your nose," you said when you saw him hesitate a little.

Yesung followed the order and finally released the string.

The singer watched the arrow fly as if it were moving in slow motion until it hit the yellow area of the target.

A cry of enthusiasm escaped your lips as you clapped happily for your teammate's achievement.

Yesung couldn't believe he had done it, not after missing all his previous shots. That hit seemed more like a miracle than the result of his previous practice.

"Thanks for the lesson," he muttered, scratching the back of his neck. "You're an excellent instructor."

"You were an excellent student too."

You quickly covered your mouth with both hands in a gesture of regret. You didn't know that Siwon's power included expelling those comments that ran through your mind even though you had no intention of mentioning them.

"How gratifying it is not to have to read your thoughts because you reveal them yourself," commented Kyuhyun as he entered the practice room.

Your hands remained in the same place to prevent your lips from moving. You had so much to say that it was a daunting task to stop your words and thoughts.

"Let's see, Cupid," he said, turning to Yesung, "tomorrow you have a mission on the Music Bank stage."

"Only him?" you asked, although it really sounded like a complaint.

"I didn't think it would bother you to be separated from Yesung. In fact, I thought you didn't like him very much," Kyuhyun added, smiling mischievously as he enjoyed the way your face flushed vehemently.

"Kyuhyun, focus," the vocalist pleaded, trying to hold back a satisfied smile.

"As I was saying," he resumed, "tomorrow Riize will be performing their song on Music Bank in Beijing, and you guys need to be there supporting our boys in case things get a little tense."

Both of you had completely forgotten about the male rookies, focusing instead on the activities of the newly debuted girls.

You nodded to obey Kyuhyun's order and moved away from the two of them to continue throwing the daggers at the target.

There was no time to waste. You needed to practice and make your shots lethal if you wanted to defeat the supernatural force threatening the audience.

Yesung's skills with the bow and arrow weren't the best, and you couldn't risk such an important mission for him to use it as a practice field.

Your tight-fitting suit was a blessing when it came to fighting enemy forces. It gave you enough freedom of movement to run across the rooftops of some buildings and, at the same time, to throw the daggers you held in both hands.

"If I had my abilities, I would have asked a dragon to stay under the stage in case any enemies attacked," you muttered as you crouched behind the ledge of a building.

The fact that both had long-range weapons made surveillance easier.

You didn't need to be close to the stage, and that distant position gave you a slight advantage over your enemies.

Music Bank was a highly anticipated event, with the audience waving different lightsticks in the air as the groups performed. The fans chanted the songs, performing each fan chant perfectly, as if making a mistake would ruin the idols' performance.

It was Riize's turn, and everyone got ready to cheer on the audience with Boom Boom Bass as their first choice.

Won Bin's voice echoed throughout the venue, and the audience cheered the group's name. People were ecstatic, cheering on all the members equally.

A pang of envy hit you right in the stomach.

Those screams, the way the audience moved in unison, how all the voices came together to chant ―all of that had been yours.

All the pleasure of being in front of an audience, your audience, was something you missed since you had to put your activities on hold.

Yesung was no stranger to that feeling, but he could cope with it. After all, he had been away from the stage while serving in the military. It wasn't a rewarding experience, but at least it had happened before.

"It seems like Riize is popular these days," you commented distractedly.

"They're very good and have worked very hard. They deserve the success they have," Yesung replied, placing his hand on your shoulder.

"I miss going on stage and playing my guitar while singing and giving what I think is the best performance of my life."

"Your shows are very good," he admitted, unsure whether it was his own opinion or Siwon's influence, but he continued, "I had the opportunity to attend one of them and it was… magnificent."

"Define magnificent," you murmured, feeling a deep warmth climb up your neck, threatening to continue its upward trajectory.

"Begging for compliments?" One of his eyebrows rose, punctuating the question as he smiled. "I didn't think you were the type who needed them."

"I just want to know what you think of my work."

Unable to stop your words, you pressed your lips together, hoping to put an end to the curse Siwon had placed on you.

Yesung gave you the sweetest smile you had ever seen him give in all the time you had known each other. It was a spontaneous gesture that pierced your heart as if he had shot one of his arrows into that part of your being.

Your face flushed, and you desperately tried to shake off that reaction. Deep breathing was a technique that usually helped.

"I'll be honest with you, and it's not because of Siwon's power," he raised his hand as if taking an oath. "The play of light and fire you achieve when you play the guitar is impressive. Remember the cover you did of aespa's 'Live My Life'? I bet more than half of the views on that video are mine."

The enthusiasm with which he said each of those things was overwhelming. It was something you weren't prepared for.

You were in shock.

You stared intently at your partner's face as he continued to talk and gesticulate as if talking about you was his favorite topic of conversation.

"―And on the day it rained and they almost canceled your concert in London, I saw a couple of fan cams and your performance was amazing. I mean, you were soaked from head to toe! Even so, you hit the high note at the end of "Always by Your Side." I totally get how you alone can drive your audience crazy like that."

"Wait, wait, wait. Did Siwon's power force you to say that?" you asked when he paused to take a breath.

"Some things yes, some things no. I think it's nerves about the mission."

His words hit you like a punch in the stomach. You had completely forgotten the main mission. You weren't there to make friends or strengthen relationships; you were there to protect your teammates and the fans.

Instinctively, you climbed onto the ledge and strained your eyes, waiting for things to settle down on stage.

"Be careful, we can't let them see us," Yesung warned, placing a hand near where your feet were resting, just in case you stumbled.

You nodded and continued to watch closely.

A strange movement below you caught your attention, instinctively you tried to throw one of your daggers but your reaction was too late.

A black mist engulfed you throwing your body backward, right where Yesung was standing guard.

The singer watched your body rise several meters away and prepared to catch you in his arms.

The same mist grabbed the vocalist by the waist and pulled him back to prevent him from stopping your fall.

"Y/N!" he shouted, waiting for you to react before your body hit the ground.

The mention of your name snapped you out of your stupor and forced you to maneuver in midair like a cat trying to land on its feet.

When your knees and hands touched the ground, you rolled to one side to reduce the force of the impact.

With no time to lose, you stood up and your hands firmly grasped the daggers.

An almost imperceptible flick of your wrist to throw the dagger was enough for the mist to release Yesung, who was struggling not to fall from the roof.

The same smoke came back together to form a black line.

Below, on stage, the audience's screams went from joyful to heart-wrenching and filled with fear.

You couldn't keep an eye on what was happening at Music Bank because of the problem Yesung and you had to deal with at that moment.

"I need you to see what's happening down there," you requested without taking your eyes off the column of smoke in front of you.

"And leave you here alone? Don't even think about it."

"I'm the one who doubts you can handle the problem there, and yet I'm asking you to do it," you replied, feeling anger crackling inside you.

"Let's gain some time and I'll think of a plan."

The mist advanced rapidly toward where the idol was.

It was completely useless to continue arguing. What you needed was to act in anticipation of its movements, not evade it until one of you came up with something.

Time was against you.

"Hurry up!" you ordered before launched your attack, striking with your fists and the daggers you held in them.

Yesung didn't think twice and jumped from one roof to another, hoping not to be seen by the public.

Some people had fainted on the ground, and the paramedics seemed overwhelmed.

If only he had his powers with him, he could sing to heal people, but now he was useless, nothing more than a person carrying a bow and arrows on his back that he still couldn't fully control.

On stage, the mist was thicker. More human.

The silhouette of a woman approached from behind a couple of girls who seemed oblivious to what was happening. It was logical that they didn't see they were in danger; after all, they weren't part of the program, they weren't trained to see those beings.

Without thinking twice, Yesung reached for the bow and gripped it firmly trying to remember the instructions you had taught him.

Your voice echoed in his mind, giving orders as if you were there with him. He could feel your hand surrounding his as he held the handle.

His fingers moved the nock toward the string and pulled it taut enough to hit the target.

"Damn it, just move a little to the right," he whispered to himself as he closed one eye, ensuring greater accuracy.

Finally, one of the girls crouched abruptly, and Yesung took advantage of the open space to shoot his arrow.

The carbon fiber rod evaporated as soon as it came into contact with the silhouette surrounding the small group of girls.

That shadow met a similar fate, turning into a gray mist and then disappearing.

Yesung descended from the roof and ran through the crowd looking for the members of Riize. After all, he was there to take care of them and had to deliver them safely to the SM Entertainment studios.

His gaze moved from left to right as he continued walking through the sea of people, searching for Sohee's classic hairstyle.

The task was not easy; his hands continued to tremble at the feeling of having shot an arrow that hit its target.

His body collided with some of the staff members before he managed to reach the dressing rooms. Fortunately, it seemed that no one had been injured.

Yesung paused for a couple of seconds to catch his breath. He hadn't realized how exhausted he was until the adrenaline left his body.

Finally, he took a couple of deep breaths and made his way back to the building where he had left you fighting alone.

Your hand struck the face of a beautiful woman, a charming being who would be lethal if it were Yesung fighting her.

You had met few like her, and only once had you seen someone fighting against such a being.

The memory of your mother fighting had been burned into your memory. You could remember every detail of the event.

A Chi Mei was not a harmless demon, not for someone who had seen how the spirit of a woman had swallowed up the heart of a defenseless man.

You pushed that memory to the back of your mind and concentrated on taking advantage of the moment of calm while that female figure tried to recover from the blow.

It didn't matter that your heart was racing, your hands were shaking, or your breathing was irregular. You needed to focus on your enemy.

You took one of your daggers and made a small incision on your fingertip. Blood began to flow in small drops, which you used to write on one of the daggers.

As you moved your index finger across the metal surface, the woman lunged at you, digging her long claws into your left arm.

Your hand dropped the dagger in pain, and it fell to the floor with a metallic clang.

"Give me your face, beautiful," sang that creature, digging its claws deeper and deeper.

You needed time, some distraction that would allow you to finish writing the Fulu on the dagger lying on the floor.

You tried to move toward your weapon but the claws dug in a little deeper, causing you to let out a cry of pain.

You could feel the drops of blood running down your arm, and even the fabric of your suit was beginning to darken in the area where the claws dug into your skin.

"Damn it, let me go!" you shouted in pain and fury.

You didn't think that mist would turn into a demon. You never imagined that the mission would become so complex.

The demonic woman smiled maliciously, showing you her pointed teeth and a viper-like tongue that made you open your eyes in fear.

Summoning all your strength, you swung your arm downward, and the claws had no choice but to retract to avoid breaking from the sudden movement.

A trickle of blood ran down the length of your limb before falling to the ground in drops.

Instinctively, you covered your wound with your other hand and ran to retrieve the dagger. Finishing the inscription you had started was your priority.

The demon woman lunged at you again, but this time an arrow embedded itself in her foot, preventing her from reaching you.

Without wasting any more time, you continued drawing lines that soon transformed into the inscriptions that would destroy the Chi Mei.

"Are you okay?" Yesung asked with what little breath he had left. "What are you writing there?"

"It's a spell. Get away. Don't let her touch you and don't listen to her," you ordered urgently as your finger continued to paint the metal with your blood.

"When did you learn how to do all this?"

"I said get away!" you shouted as you drew the last lines.

Your arm fell limply to your side. Your limb had become heavy and your vision blurred due to blood loss and the poison that creature possessed.

You were a woman after all, and what it wanted was your face. The only way to get it was to take your life, and it was about to succeed.

You took the metal device in your other hand and placed it in front of your lips as you uttered the prayer that would destroy the demon.

They were the same words your mother had spoken. You had learned them from that moment on, and now they were about to be used again to accomplish the same task.

Yesung watched the scene in bewilderment.

A woman smiled grimly as she tried to pull the arrow out of her foot, and you had blood dripping from you as you recited things in front of a dagger.

If someone told him that it was a satanic invocation, he would believe them completely.

Your body, growing weaker by the second, did everything it could to move toward the demon that was about to be released, but your attempts were futile; you were exhausted.

"Yesung," you called out, seeing no other solution to what was happening. "Stab this dagger into any part of her, but don't let her touch you for anything in the world." A sudden cough interrupted your words.

More blood spurted from your mouth, this time with a strange yellowish color that set off all the alarms in Yesung's mind.

"Let's go to the hospital first. Damn it, Lee Soo Man shouldn't have taken our powers away," he complained, feeling helpless at seeing you in that state and unable to do anything for you.

"Yesung, look at me," your bloody hand touched his cheek, forcing him to look into your eyes. "There's no time, just finish her off and we'll get out of here."

Yesung's hand took the small dagger you were handing him and inspected it, thinking about its weight, its structure, and the best way to handle it.

Even in the midst of the chaos, you allowed yourself to laugh at his reaction. He would never change; even at that moment, when your life was hanging by a thread, he had to come up with a strategy.

"I put my life in your delicate hands that refuse to get dirty," you murmured, smiling as you felt your legs give way under your weight. "You just have to hurt her with that."

Your knees took the impact, but you knew it was only a matter of time before your life came to an end.

Yesung took the weapon and advanced decisively toward the woman he had wounded with his arrow.

She would pay for all the harm she had done to you; she had to pay for the pain she was causing you.

His footsteps quickened until he was almost in front of her.

"Help me," whimpered the demon using your voice.

Yesung stopped dead in his tracks and turned his gaze toward you.

"Don't listen to her!" you shouted before another sudden cough fit prevented you from doing so.

The singer shook his head and refocused his attention on the woman in front of him.

"I love you," the Chi Mei tried to lure Yesung.

Your voice distracted him too much. Those words sounded like you, in the same sweet and warm tone you used to speak to your fans.

He swallowed hard but didn't back down. You had given him a task and he would fulfill it.

"Do you really love me?" Yesung asked, slowly approaching the ghostly figure who was still trying to pull the arrow out of the ground.

"Of course I do," she said in a sing-song voice. "Ever since we met at the agency."

His heart forgot how to beat for a second.

"I thought you hated me."

He took two more steps, trying to keep his distance so as not to get too close to her.

It was difficult to concentrate on the task when it was your voice calling him.

"Come and pull out the arrow, I can't do it without you."

"You're a terrible imitator. At least try a little harder if you're going to steal her voice," Yesung commented as he plunged the dagger into the creature's shoulder. "She would only ask for help if her life were in danger."

A labun howl escaped Chi Mei's mouth as she writhed on the ground.

Black water began to flow from the wound, spilling onto the ground and staining it the same dark color.

Yesung took a couple of steps back and ran toward you to get you out there.

Your skin was pale and your breathing was almost imperceptible. Too light to reach your lungs.

"What do I do now?" he asked desperately, but you didn't answer.

The idol went into crisis too quickly, but his common sense never left him. He needed to get down from there to take you to the practice room.

If he thought about it, he couldn't go to the hospital and tell everyone that a demon had attacked you in the middle of a battle. No one would believe him, and it would create chaos around the agency and the two of you.

Yesung bent down and carried you in his arms while looking for the best way to get down from there without anyone seeing you.

The tasks became more complicated the more he thought about them. But then your hand moved and you placed it on his chest, right over his heart.

Your fingers felt the fast beat of that organ, and you couldn't help but smile with relief.

"It's still there," you whispered with satisfaction. "No one has stolen it from you."

"How can you be sure of that?" he murmured, loosening his grip slightly.

His eyes scanned your body, looking for wounds and bruises that needed immediate attention.

"It's still beating, fast as if you'd run a marathon, but you can hear it and feel it."

Yesung doubted that you could hear or feel his heartbeat at that very moment, when your words had made him pause his vital function for a second.

The singer's face was painted the same reddish color as the sky, announcing the arrival of sunset.

"Could you put me down? I need to stretch these muscles if I want to go back to the building to report what happened."

Yesung gently allowed you to descend, even taking your hand so you could support yourself in case you couldn't keep your balance.

Your legs supported your weight as you did some small warm-up exercises before setting off for the SM offices.

The shouts from the lower part of the building caught your attention again, but this time they weren't the terrified voices of the audience but the excited shouts of the Riize boys.

"We'll wait for you two in the car!" Anton shouted as soon as he saw you peeking out from the ledge.

You waved goodbye and hurried toward the edge of the building, ready to jump down the same way you had climbed up.

It was a big deal for the newbies to wait for you, but it was an even bigger deal to have Yesung behind you, watching your every step as if you were still recovering.

Your footsteps never stopped or slowed down. You needed to get away from there to get rid of the horrible feeling of your body struggling between life and death.

When your steps took you to where the boys were waiting, they all welcomed you with open arms and little pats on the back to congratulate you on your triumph.

Yesung exchanged a few words with the members and congratulated them on their performance as he watched Sungchan and Wonbin entertain themselves by talking to you as they got into the vehicle.

Things seemed to slowly return to normal as the six boys talked about their performance. Stories from the past began to surface during the ride.

You laughed, clapped, and added hilarious comments whenever you had the chance. That's how it was until your energy began to leave your body and your eyes inevitably closed in search of a little rest.

Your head was resting on Sungchan's shoulder, swaying as the truck turned, braked, or accelerated.

"I'll take care of her," Yesung announced, placing the palm of his hand against your cheek to move you toward his shoulder.

"Are you two dating?" Sohee asked without warning.

The vehicle fell silent, and the six members' eyes fell on Yesung as he continued to hold your head so you wouldn't shake so much with the swaying of the car.

The idol swallowed hard before answering the question.

"No, we're working as a team."

"You look good together. I bet no one would expect this kind of relationship. The media would go crazy," added the young man without any filter to stop him from saying the first thing that came to mind.

Shotaro cleared his throat with obvious discomfort and placed his hand on Sohee's leg to signal that it was time to shut up.

"We're here," announced the driver, and everyone hurried to get out of the vehicle.

Yesung took a moment to coordinate his movements so he could carry you without waking you up.

Your body wasn't as light as when he had picked you up at the top of the building, and your breathing seemed steady.

A sigh of relief escaped the idol's lips as his gaze remained fixed on your face.

With a steady step, he entered the SM building and headed for the area that had been assigned to the team as a bedroom.

"Do you like Y/N?" Heechul asked suddenly.

"Yes," Yesung replied, completely unable to lie thanks to Siwon's power. "What kind of question is that!?"

"One I can ask now that you can't lie," he sang smugly at his friend's response. "Does she know?"

Yesung sighed resignedly, knowing in advance that this was going to be a long and uncomfortable night with his group members.

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arbitrarygreay · 2 months ago

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Kamiko 2025 Hina Fes Love Namida Iro

Not bothering with video embed since it will definitely die to link rot sooner than later. Kamiko is really something else. Her charisma at this point is just off the charts, all the moreso for her self-awareness of it. She also has a strong self-awareness of her technical skills. Her vocal control has been an obvious one for a while, but what jumped out at me for this perf was the double time bouncing. For all that Angerme was Hashimoto's first concrete severance of H!P from Tsunku, this shows that Kamiko either came into H!P idolizing the Tsunku era, or eventually came to learn about and embrace it. Specifically, that Tsunku rhythm theory. That double bounce isn't something the Kpop-ized choreo teaches, so even if the KSS program still teaches that exercise, I bet the new crop will drop it as soon as they can. I feel like it's not something Kamiko picked up by watching original Ayaya perfs, either, because while Ayaya would do it, it kind of felt forced upon her? She's someone who doesn't need the double bounce for her personal rhythm sense, and is so advanced that it becomes restricting (as she can better have a jazzy flexibility around the beat, hence her preference for live acoustic stuff). Whereas Kamiko's bouncing is indeed pure Tsunku disciple stuff, from Abe to the Rokkies to Sakura. Another piece of evidence is how Kamiko's tastes have seemed to run older these past few years, particularly her command over T&C's Endless Love at H!P con. Meanwhile, I of course have to note how my appreciation for the song and its arrangement have indeed been impacted by the PPC mashup. Man, that groove! It's so good. This truly is a god tier song from top to bottom. Back to Kamiko. Her vocal control is well on display here, but even more valuable to me is the proof in the audio that it isn't post-processed. The imperfections only further highlight her technique, to me. BR scrubbing continues to make me so sad. So much personality is lost. She's not at Ayaya's level, obviously, but Kamiko's strongest unique strength is the way she expresses such JOY at performing. Ayaya always took this song seriously, but Kamiko looking like she's just 200% thrilled to get to go out on this highest of high notes (pun not intended) transforms the tenor of the song, interacts with different aspects of the arrangement.

#kamikokuryo moe #angerme #hello! project #category: idols #i miss writing idol meta #whoops i accidentally a word vomit

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alanshemper · 5 months ago

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[31 Aug 2020]

During the 1960s, as computer programming increasingly came to be regarded as a science, more and more men flooded into what had previously been a field dominated by women. Many of these men fancied themselves to be a cut above the programmers who came before, and they often perceived COBOL as inferior and unattractive, in part because it did not require abstruse knowledge of underlying computer hardware or a computer science qualification. Arguments about which languages and programming techniques were “best” were part of the field’s growing pains as new practitioners tried to prove their worth and professionalize what had been seen until the 1960s as rote, unintellectual, feminized work. Consciously or not, the last thing many male computer scientists entering the field wanted was to make the field easier to enter or code easier to read, which might undermine their claims to professional and “scientific” expertise.

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In a broader sense, hating COBOL was—and is—part of a struggle between consolidating and protecting computer programmers’ professional prestige on the one hand, and making programming less opaque and more accessible on the other. There’s an old joke among programmers: “If it was hard to write, it should be hard to read.” In other words, if your code is easy to understand, maybe you and your skills aren’t all that unique or valuable. If management thinks the tools you use and the code you write could be easily learned by anyone, you are eminently replaceable.

The fear of this existential threat to computing expertise has become so ingrained in the field that many people don’t even see the preference for complex languages for what it is: an attempt to protect one’s status by favoring tools that gate-keep rather than those that assist newcomers. As one contemporary programmer, who works mainly in C++ and Java at IBM, told me, “Every new programming language that comes out that makes things simpler in some way is usually made fun of by some contingent of existing programmers as making programming too easy—or they say it’s not a ‘real language.’” Because Java, for example, included automatic memory management, it was seen as a less robust language, and the people who programmed in it were sometimes considered inferior programmers. “It's been going on forever,” said this programmer, who has been working in the field for close to thirty years. “It's about gatekeeping, and keeping one’s prestige and importance in the face of technological advancements that make it easier to be replaced by new people with easier to use tools.” Gatekeeping is not only done by people and institutions; it’s written into programming languages themselves.

#programming #cobol #tech industry #computer science #programming languages

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softrobotcritics · 3 months ago

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Photoresponsive Shape Morphing

Movement with light: Photoresponsive shape morphing of printed liquid crystal elastomers

Michael J. Ford1 ∙ Dominique H. Porcincula1 ∙ Rodrigo Telles3 ∙ … ∙ Shu Yang2 ∙ Elaine Lee1 [email protected] ∙ Caitlyn C. Cook1,5 [email protected] …

Progress and potential

Soft matter that can adapt in response to a stimulus like light holds immense promise for various applications, such as biomedical devices and soft robotics. One example of adaptive soft matter is liquid crystal elastomer composites, which incorporate a functional additive and change shape through a phase transition. The combination of the material composition, the printed geometry of the material, and the localization of the stimulus can enable novel movement and reaction to light, as we demonstrate in this paper. Our results mark a significant advancement toward creating complex, 3D-printed, intelligent materials that pave the way for developing next-generation adaptive machines and devices that can transform in response to specific stimuli.

Highlights

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Optimized inks for additive manufacturing of a liquid crystal elastomer composite

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Developed spatiotemporal control during printing for complex three-dimensional structures

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Demonstrated unique combinations of complex three-dimensional photoresponsive actuation

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Controlled novel modes of actuation with computer vision techniques

Summary

Soft machines will require soft materials that exhibit a rich diversity of functionality, including shape morphing and photoresponsivity. The combination of these functionalities enables useful behaviors in soft machines that can be further developed by synthesizing materials that exhibit localized responsivity.

Localized responsivity of liquid crystal elastomers (LCEs), which are soft materials that exhibit shape morphing, can be enabled by formulating composite inks for direct ink writing (DIW). Gold nanorods (AuNRs) can be added to LCEs to enable photothermal shape change upon absorption of light through a localized surface plasmon resonance.

We compared LCE formulations, focusing on their amenability for printing by DIW and the photoresponsivity of AuNRs. The local responsivity of different three-dimensional architectures enabled soft machines that could oscillate, crawl, roll, transport mass, and display other unique modes of actuation and motion in response to light, making these promising functional materials for advanced applications....

Soft machines could enable new breakthroughs in technologies related to human-machine interactions, remote exploration in difficult-to-reach spaces, and individually tailored health care. These machines will require soft materials that exhibit a diverse range of functionalities, including actuation for movement, conductivity for sensing and signal processing, stimuli-responsivity, self-healing, and reprocessability.1,2,3The demonstration of such a diverse range of functionalities results in a profound outcome where “the material is the machine.”4,5 That is, by taking advantage of behaviors like self-assembly and phase transitions, these materials as machines can replace traditional sensors, transducers, gears, levers, and electromagnetic motors to enable perception, responsivity, and motion without engineered complexity.2,4

Liquid crystal elastomers (LCEs) that are pre-programmed to change shape in response to external stimuli are considered useful for soft machines.6,7 The shape morphing is induced by heat, electricity, and light.8,9Light may be useful to stimulate localized actuation and does not require physical contact with the shape-changing material, as wires that transmit electrical power might require.10,11 Localized actuation using light could also allow for unique modes of actuation.12 For example, asymmetric illumination of photoresponsive LCEs led to twisting and rolling motions.13 Peristaltic motion that resembles the movement of biological organisms has been demonstrated by using localized impingement of different patterns of light upon an LCE.14 To extend this work, the programmed order of the liquid crystal (LC) domains could be controlled and modified....

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drkunaldasclinic · 3 months ago

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Finding the Best Hepatology Center: What to Look For and Why It Matters

The liver plays a vital role in our overall health, filtering toxins, aiding digestion, and supporting metabolic functions. When something goes wrong with this powerhouse organ, it’s essential to seek expert care. That’s where a Best Hepatology Center in Noida comes in—specialized facilities dedicated to diagnosing, treating, and managing liver-related conditions. But with so many options out there, how do you find the best hepatology center?

What Is a Hepatology Center?

A hepatology center is a medical facility or department that specializes in the care of liver, gallbladder, bile duct, and pancreatic disorders. These include common conditions like hepatitis B and C, fatty liver disease, cirrhosis, liver cancer, and liver failure, as well as rare genetic or autoimmune liver diseases.

What Makes a Hepatology Center the Best?

Not all hepatology centers are created equal. Here are key features that distinguish top-tier facilities:

1. Board-Certified Hepatologists

Look for centers with experienced, board-certified hepatologists who stay current with the latest research and treatments in liver care.

2. Multidisciplinary Team

The best centers often have a team of specialists—including gastroenterologists, liver transplant surgeons, radiologists, nutritionists, and mental health professionals—offering a holistic approach to liver care.

3. Advanced Diagnostic & Treatment Technology

Top centers invest in cutting-edge imaging, biopsy techniques, genetic testing, and minimally invasive procedures for more accurate diagnosis and safer, more effective treatments.

4. Transplant Services

If you or a loved one may need a liver transplant, choose a center affiliated with a reputable transplant program that has high success rates and short wait times.

5. Research and Clinical Trials

World-class hepatology centers often lead or participate in clinical trials, giving patients access to emerging therapies not yet available elsewhere.

6. Patient Support Services

From nutrition counseling to support groups and mental health resources, the best centers treat the whole patient—not just the liver.

7. Global Recognition and Accreditation

Check for affiliations with academic institutions or rankings in national and international health care reviews. Accreditation by organizations like The Joint Commission is a good sign of high standards.

Leading Hepatology Centers Around the World

While many countries have outstanding hepatology services, a few centers are consistently recognized for excellence:

Mayo Clinic (USA) – Known for innovation and high-quality care in liver disease and transplantation.

Cleveland Clinic (USA) – Offers advanced liver disease management and liver transplantation.

King’s College Hospital (UK) – Renowned for hepatology and liver transplant programs in Europe.

Apollo Hospitals (India) – Offers comprehensive liver care with global-standard facilities.

National University Hospital (Singapore) – A leading center in Asia for hepatobiliary and transplant services.

When Should You See a Hepatologist?

You should consider consulting a hepatology center if you experience symptoms like:

Persistent fatigue

Jaundice (yellowing of the skin/eyes)

Unexplained weight loss

Abdominal pain or swelling

Elevated liver enzymes in blood tests

Final Thoughts

Choosing the best hepatology center can significantly impact your diagnosis, treatment, and quality of life. Whether you’re dealing with a chronic condition or seeking preventive care, make sure the center you choose offers experienced specialists, advanced care options, and a compassionate approach.

Your liver works hard for you—make sure you get the care that works just as hard in return.

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Are you ready to take your C programming skills to the next level? Join Sunbeam Institute’s highly anticipated webinar on Advanced Pointers in C and become a master in one of the most crucial aspects of C programming. Pointers in C are more than just a feature; they are a powerful tool that allows you to directly manipulate memory, optimize code performance, and handle complex data structures with ease.

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I have to ask because I'm just too curious! How is your writing so good? Like, holy hell, your prose, the flow from one sentence to another, how you tell Ice and Mav's thoughts and the yearning and pining and angst and everything. You made me cry so many times reading their perspectives, and it's such a unique take and so relatable and sad at the same time.

I'm just wondering if you've taken any courses, what you do to improve your writing, or maybe any references and ideas for when you get stuck on a scene. I'm not much of a reader of western media, so maybe you have some recommendations?

Thanks in advance! You're one of the best writers I've ever had the pleasure of reading!

See here for my regular writing advice :)

yes, i am a double major in journalism & english so I’m taking basically all writing classes at school. but as i said in my previous advice post, i haven’t learned anything in any of my classes that you couldn’t learn just by reading attentively and writing on your own. the benefit of a structured program is Having Deadlines and that’s about it imo

I don’t have a ton of recommendations for precisely this reason—my recommendation is to literally read everything you can get your hands on, AND to treat Everything you read/watch/experience like high literature. Advertisements in the subway have a theme & a message & employ certain literary tactics to deliver that message to you. They’re worth learning from. So are the nature documentaries on tv—which stories are prioritized and why? What story techniques do documentarians, for instance, use to make us, the viewer, relate to animals and experiences that are otherwise unrelatable? Can you find examples of foreshadowing & symbolism in your own real life? Fiction is just a reflection of the dynamics of our own world—if you can find the rhythm of an overheard conversation on the street, you can find the rhythm of fictional dialogue

(Which is why i continue to stress, keep a journal or a diary. one of the most instructive exercises i ever did was when I was in a creative writing class at like 14 and they had us just follow strangers around and write down exactly what they said. So you get a lot of “so he told me, like, he was, like, like, um, ‘I’m not cheating on you,’ or whatever, and I was like, bitch, what?” —But that’s how people talk! It’s a good exercise lol.)

my one actual craft recommendation is basically mandatory assigned reading in many western english/writing classes—for good reason: Thomas c foster’s “how to read literature like a professor.” He summarizes about a hundred classic western texts and explains how they use various english-canonical symbols (“if characters eat together they’re taking communion,” “if a character gets wet and doesn’t drown it’s a metaphorical baptism,” “literally everything you read is somehow related to sex… except sex which is usually about something else”) and it’s written really well for both readers and writers. Basically my bible. a great primer if you don’t know where to start with western literature/if you don’t know where to start with writing symbols and stuff

anyway to summarize, life is literature, living is reading, we all still have so much time to learn, read “how to read literature like a professor,” and keep a diary

I also forgot to mention this in my last advice post but don’t use epithets please 😭 idk if you use epithets or not but this is just general advice, it’s my most snotty literary opinion and it’s very common in fanfic for some reason (it’s like so specific to the fanfic genre it’s insane) but i am extremely convicted about it i feel very strongly so im telling you. epithets make your writing sound very obviously fanficky. “the blond man” “the taller man” etc… just don’t use them it’s so unspecific!! WHICH blond man???? WHICH tall man? why can’t we be specific here?? have we been suddenly struck with amnesia?? just use his name!!

Also you say you don’t read a lot of western literature—I am not sure where you’re from but don’t feel like you HAVE to read/write only western literature to be successful. That’s only true if you want to succeed in the gatekept western lit market—and even then, the gatekept western lit market is literally currently foaming at the mouth to hear other perspectives right now. Who you are & where you come from invariably affects how you see the world & write about it, so lean into that if you can!

unfortunately my advice for getting stuck on a scene is “just write it.” Just sit down and get SOMETHING on the page. Spoiler alert, those tend to be the scenes i (and most of the writers i know) dislike the most, when coming back to reread my/our own writing. like there are many scenes in my fics that i have published where i think the lack of passion is unfortunately pretty obvious. But that’s kind of the way it goes. Some scenes you will like/want to write better than others. Shrug. at least they’re there on the page. as they say: don’t let “perfect” be the enemy of “good enough.”

#not to be snooty or anything but i personally value specificity sooo much when reading #cadence & flow is all poetry #read poetry; follow the rhythm #but like advertisements can be poetry too #does that make sense #like there is so much literature all around us the real advice is to be purposeful in how you’re engaging with it #there is something to be learned from every experience and every little moment #sorry i know you asked this like three months ago. I’m clearing through my drafts in advance of leaving this blog 😎#writing tips #❤️❤️❤️

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ranidspace · 2 years ago

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open the command prompt on your computer

on windows it's cmd.exe, also known as "command prompt" I would also try out "Windows Terminal" it's a pretty good option, looks a bit more modern with more features like tabs and shortcuts

now stare at it. love it. kiss it. she's you're new friend and you're gonna be nice to her.

the first and only command i will tell you about is "cd", change directory. this opens a folder. try "cd C:/Users/[your user]/Desktop" ypu cam press "tab" autocomplete folder names, or cycle through options. on windows it is not case sensitive

the command prompt will likely already open at the "C:/Users/[username]" folder, so you could also type "cd Desktop". the current folder you're im will always be written before a right chevron ">" before place where you can type.

advanced (/j) technique: if you want to change directory to another drive, like if you have a secondary drive, or a flash drive plugged in, or anything else, you can do "cd -d D:/testfolder".

"-d" means you're specifying a folder on a different drive

practice by using file explorer to navigate to a random folder on your computer, then going to the same folder in the command prompt. if youve got this down, congrats, thats 90℅ of learning how to use cmd. the rest, the program that needs cmd will usually tell you how to use it step by step, in the readme.

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aionlinemoney · 9 months ago

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India’s Tech Sector to Create 1.2 Lakh AI Job Vacancies in Two Years

India’s technology sector is set to experience a hiring boom with job vacancies for artificial intelligence (AI) roles projected to reach 1.2 lakh over the next two years. As the demand for AI latest technology increases across industries, companies are rapidly adopting advanced tools to stay competitive. These new roles will span across tech services, Global Capability Centres (GCCs), pure-play AI and analytics firms, startups, and product companies.

Following a slowdown in tech hiring, the focus is shifting toward the development of AI. Market analysts estimate that Indian companies are moving beyond Proof of Concept (PoC) and deploying large-scale AI systems, generating high demand for roles such as AI researchers, product managers, and data application specialists. “We foresee about 120,000 to 150,000 AI-related job vacancies emerging as Indian IT services ramp up AI applications,” noted Gaurav Vasu, CEO of UnearthInsight.

India currently has 4 lakh AI professionals, but the gap between demand and supply is widening, with job requirements expected to reach 6 lakh soon. By 2026, experts predict the number of AI specialists required will hit 1 million, reflecting the deep integration of AI latest technology into industries like healthcare, e-commerce, and manufacturing.

The transition to AI-driven operations is also altering the nature of job vacancies. Unlike traditional software engineering roles, artificial intelligence positions focus on advanced algorithms, automation, and machine learning. Companies are recruiting experts in fields like deep learning, robotics, and natural language processing to meet the growing demand for innovative AI solutions. The development of AI has led to the rise of specialised roles such as Machine Learning Engineers, Data Scientists, and Prompt Engineers.

Krishna Vij, Vice President of TeamLease Digital, remarked that new AI roles are evolving across industries as AI latest technology becomes an essential tool for product development, operations, and consulting. “We expect close to 120,000 new job vacancies in AI across different sectors like finance, healthcare, and autonomous systems,” he said.

AI professionals also enjoy higher compensation compared to their traditional tech counterparts. Around 80% of AI-related job vacancies offer premium salaries, with packages 40%-80% higher due to the limited pool of trained talent. “The low availability of experienced AI professionals ensures that artificial intelligence roles will command attractive pay for the next 2-3 years,” noted Krishna Gautam, Business Head of Xpheno.

Candidates aiming for AI roles need to master key competencies. Proficiency in programming languages like Python, R, Java, or C++ is essential, along with knowledge of AI latest technology such as large language models (LLMs). Expertise in statistics, machine learning algorithms, and cloud computing platforms adds value to applicants. As companies adopt AI latest technology across domains, candidates with critical thinking and AI adaptability will stay ahead so it is important to learn and stay updated with AI informative blogs & news.

Although companies are prioritising experienced professionals for mid-to-senior roles, entry-level job vacancies are also rising, driven by the increased use of AI in enterprises. Bootcamps, certifications, and academic programs are helping freshers gain the skills required for artificial intelligence roles. As AI development progresses, entry-level roles are expected to expand in the near future. AI is reshaping the industries providing automation & the techniques to save time , to increase work efficiency.

India’s tech sector is entering a transformative phase, with a surge in job vacancies linked to AI latest technology adoption. The next two years will witness fierce competition for AI talent, reshaping hiring trends across industries and unlocking new growth opportunities in artificial intelligence. Both startups and established companies are racing to secure talent, fostering a dynamic landscape where artificial intelligence expertise will be help in innovation and growth. AI will help organizations and businesses to actively participate in new trends.

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Key Programming Languages Every Ethical Hacker Should Know

In the realm of cybersecurity, ethical hacking stands as a critical line of defense against cyber threats. Ethical hackers use their skills to identify vulnerabilities and prevent malicious attacks. To be effective in this role, a strong foundation in programming is essential. Certain programming languages are particularly valuable for ethical hackers, enabling them to develop tools, scripts, and exploits. This blog post explores the most important programming languages for ethical hackers and how these skills are integrated into various training programs.

Python: The Versatile Tool

Python is often considered the go-to language for ethical hackers due to its versatility and ease of use. It offers a wide range of libraries and frameworks that simplify tasks like scripting, automation, and data analysis. Python’s readability and broad community support make it a popular choice for developing custom security tools and performing various hacking tasks. Many top Ethical Hacking Course institutes incorporate Python into their curriculum because it allows students to quickly grasp the basics and apply their knowledge to real-world scenarios. In an Ethical Hacking Course, learning Python can significantly enhance your ability to automate tasks and write scripts for penetration testing. Its extensive libraries, such as Scapy for network analysis and Beautiful Soup for web scraping, can be crucial for ethical hacking projects.

JavaScript: The Web Scripting Language

JavaScript is indispensable for ethical hackers who focus on web security. It is the primary language used in web development and can be leveraged to understand and exploit vulnerabilities in web applications. By mastering JavaScript, ethical hackers can identify issues like Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) and develop techniques to mitigate such risks. An Ethical Hacking Course often covers JavaScript to help students comprehend how web applications work and how attackers can exploit JavaScript-based vulnerabilities. Understanding this language enables ethical hackers to perform more effective security assessments on websites and web applications.

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C and C++: Low-Level Mastery

C and C++ are essential for ethical hackers who need to delve into low-level programming and system vulnerabilities. These languages are used to develop software and operating systems, making them crucial for understanding how exploits work at a fundamental level. Mastery of C and C++ can help ethical hackers identify and exploit buffer overflows, memory corruption, and other critical vulnerabilities. Courses at leading Ethical Hacking Course institutes frequently include C and C++ programming to provide a deep understanding of how software vulnerabilities can be exploited. Knowledge of these languages is often a prerequisite for advanced penetration testing and vulnerability analysis.

Bash Scripting: The Command-Line Interface

Bash scripting is a powerful tool for automating tasks on Unix-based systems. It allows ethical hackers to write scripts that perform complex sequences of commands, making it easier to conduct security audits and manage multiple tasks efficiently. Bash scripting is particularly useful for creating custom tools and automating repetitive tasks during penetration testing. An Ethical Hacking Course that offers job assistance often emphasizes the importance of Bash scripting, as it is a fundamental skill for many security roles. Being proficient in Bash can streamline workflows and improve efficiency when working with Linux-based systems and tools.

SQL: Database Security Insights

Structured Query Language (SQL) is essential for ethical hackers who need to assess and secure databases. SQL injection is a common attack vector used to exploit vulnerabilities in web applications that interact with databases. By understanding SQL, ethical hackers can identify and prevent SQL injection attacks and assess the security of database systems. Incorporating SQL into an Ethical Hacking Course can provide students with a comprehensive understanding of database security and vulnerability management. This knowledge is crucial for performing thorough security assessments and ensuring robust protection against database-related attacks.

Understanding Course Content and Fees

When choosing an Ethical Hacking Course, it’s important to consider how well the program covers essential programming languages. Courses offered by top Ethical Hacking Course institutes should provide practical, hands-on training in Python, JavaScript, C/C++, Bash scripting, and SQL. Additionally, the course fee can vary depending on the institute and the comprehensiveness of the program. Investing in a high-quality course that covers these programming languages and offers practical experience can significantly enhance your skills and employability in the cybersecurity field.

Certification and Career Advancement

Obtaining an Ethical Hacking Course certification can validate your expertise and improve your career prospects. Certifications from reputable institutes often include components related to the programming languages discussed above. For instance, certifications may test your ability to write scripts in Python or perform SQL injection attacks. By securing an Ethical Hacking Course certification, you demonstrate your proficiency in essential programming languages and your readiness to tackle complex security challenges. Mastering the right programming languages is crucial for anyone pursuing a career in ethical hacking. Python, JavaScript, C/C++, Bash scripting, and SQL each play a unique role in the ethical hacking landscape, providing the tools and knowledge needed to identify and address security vulnerabilities. By choosing a top Ethical Hacking Course institute that covers these languages and investing in a course that offers practical training and job assistance, you can position yourself for success in this dynamic field. With the right skills and certification, you’ll be well-equipped to tackle the evolving challenges of cybersecurity and contribute to protecting critical digital assets.

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spacetimewithstuartgary · 9 months ago

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Are nearby planets sending radio signals to each other?

Scientists use Allen Telescope Array to search for interplanetary communications in the TRAPPIST-1 star system

A new technique allows astronomers to home in on planets beyond our solar system that are in line with each other and with Earth to search for radio signals similar, for example, to ones used to communicate with the rovers on Mars. Penn State astronomers and scientists at the SETI Institute spent 28 hours scanning the TRAPPIST-1 star system for these signs of alien technology with the Allen Telescope Array (ATA). This project marks the longest single-target search for radio signals from TRAPPIST-1. Although the team didn’t find any evidence of extraterrestrial technology, their work introduced a new way to search for signals in the future.

A paper describing the research was accepted for publication in the Astronomical Journal and is available online as a preprint.

“This research shows that we are getting closer to technology and methods that could detect radio signals similar to the ones we send into space,” said Nick Tusay, a graduate student research fellow at Penn State and first author of the paper. “Most searches assume a powerful signal, like a beacon intended to reach distant planets, because our receivers have a sensitivity limit to a minimum transmitter power beyond anything we unintentionally send out. But, with better equipment, like the upcoming Square Kilometer Array, we might soon be able to detect signals from an alien civilization communicating with its spacecraft.”

The project focused on a phenomenon called planet-planet occultations (PPOs). PPOs happen when one planet moves in front of another from Earth’s perspective. If intelligent life exists in that star system, radio signals sent between planets could leak and be detected from Earth.

Using the upgraded ATA — a series of radio antennae dedicated to the search for extraterrestrial technology located at the Hat Creek Observatory in the Cascade Mountains about 300 miles north of San Francisco — the team scanned a wide range of frequencies, looking for narrowband signals, which are considered possible signs of alien technology. The team filtered millions of potential signals, narrowing down to about 11,000 candidates for detailed analysis. The team detected 2,264 of these signals during predicted PPO windows. However, none of the signals were of non-human origin.

The ATA's new capabilities, which include advanced software to filter signals, helped the team separate possible alien signals from Earth-based ones. The researchers said they believe that refining these methods and focusing on events like PPOs could help increase the chances of detecting alien signals in the future.

“This project included work by undergraduate students in the 2023 SETI Institute Research Experience for Undergraduates program,” said Sofia Sheikh, a SETI researcher at the SETI Institute who earned her doctoral degree at Penn State. “The students looked for signals from human-made orbiters around Mars to check if the system could detect signals correctly. It was an exciting way to involve students in cutting-edge SETI research.”

The TRAPPIST-1 system is a small, cool star about 41 light years from Earth. It has seven rocky planets, some of which are in the habitable zone, where conditions might allow liquid water to exist — an essential ingredient for life as we know it. This makes TRAPPIST-1 a prime target searching for life beyond Earth.

“The TRAPPIST-1 system is relatively close to Earth, and we have detailed information about the orbit of its planets, making it an excellent natural laboratory to test these techniques,” Tusay said. “The methods and algorithms that we developed for this project can eventually be applied to other star systems and increase our chances of finding regular communications among planets beyond our solar system, if they exist.”

The team did not find any alien signals this time, but they will continue improving their search techniques and exploring other star systems. Future searches with bigger and more powerful telescopes could help scientists detect even fainter signals and expand our understanding of the universe, the team said.

In addition to Tusay and Sheikh, the research team includes Jason T. Wright at Penn State; Evan L. Sneed at the University of California, Riverside; Wael Farah, Andrew Siemion and David R. DeBoer at the University of California, Berkeley; and Alexander W. Pollak and Luigi F. Cruz at the SETI Institute. This research was primarily funded through grants from the U.S. National Science Foundation with additional support from the Penn State Extraterrestrial Intelligence Center and the Penn State Center for Exoplanets and Habitable Worlds, which are supported by the Penn State and the Penn State Eberly College of Science.

About the SETI Institute Founded in 1984, the SETI Institute is a non-profit, multi-disciplinary research and education organization whose mission is to lead humanity’s quest to understand the origins and prevalence of life and intelligence in the universe and to share that knowledge with the world. The institute’s research encompasses the physical and biological sciences and leverages expertise in data analytics, machine learning and advanced signal detection technologies. The SETI Institute is a distinguished research partner for industry, academia and government agencies, including NASA and NSF.

IMAGE: Illustration showing communication between planets beyond our solar system looking from the perspective of Earth. New research using the Allen Telescope Array looked for this type of communication, similar to communication between Earth and our rovers on Mars, in the TRAPPIST-1 star system. Credit Zayna Sheikh

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