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The embryo assembles itself

Researchers introduce a new mathematical framework that analyzes self-organization in embryonic development. The framework, which uses information theory, predicts optimal parameters for the process and provides insight into how cells interact with each other. This discovery has implications for understanding complex biological processes.

SourceInstitute of Science and Technology Austria·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 3, 2024

AI-controlled stations can charge electric cars at a personal price

A new study from Chalmers University of Technology shows that AI-controlled charging stations can offer personalized prices to electric vehicle users, minimizing both price and waiting time. However, the researchers highlight the importance of addressing ethical issues related to data exploitation by motorists.

SourceChalmers University of Technology·JournalTransportation Research Part C Emerging Technologies·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMay 31, 2024

Researchers introduce programmable materials to help heal broken bones

Engineers developed a material that mimics human bone for orthopedic femur restoration, providing optimized support and protection from external forces. This innovative approach uses machine learning, optimization, and 3D printing to create a fully controllable computational framework.

SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalNature Communications·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMay 21, 2024

Expanding on the fundamental principles of liquid movement

Kyushu University researchers generalize fluid dynamics of volatile liquids using mathematical modeling and experimentation. Their findings can lead to more efficient product development in various liquid-based industries, including high-end electronics manufacturing and lab-on-a-chip disease diagnosis.

SourceKyushu University·JournalJournal of Fluid Mechanics·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 20, 2024

New computer algorithm supercharges climate models and could lead to better predictions of future climate change

A new computer algorithm developed by University of Oxford scientist Samar Khatiwala can drastically reduce the spin-up time of Earth System Models, enabling researchers to investigate subtle changes in model parameters and define uncertainty more accurately. This breakthrough could lead to better predictions of future climate change a...

SourceUniversity of Oxford·JournalScience Advances·DateMay 1, 2024

Cars as particles

A mathematical model developed by Alexandre Solon and Eric Bertin describes the movement of particles in situations similar to cars on a road or bacteria attracted to a nutrient source. The model identifies conditions that favor traffic jams, including high vehicle density and driver inertia.

SourceSissa Medialab·JournalJournal of Statistical Mechanics Theory and Experiment·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 30, 2024

AI deciphers new gene regulatory code in plants and makes accurate predictions for newly sequenced genomes

Researchers have trained interpretable deep learning models on genomic information to identify correlations between genetic variants and crop traits. The AI technology accurately predicts gene activity and pinpoints specific sequence variations that explain observed differences in gene activity.

From disorder to order: flocking birds and “spinning” particles

Scientists have found a new way to create ordered states in quantum systems by increasing particle motility, leading to potential breakthroughs in quantum computing and magnetic memory. This discovery extends the concept of active matter to the quantum realm and has far-reaching implications for technology development.

SourceSchool of Science, The University of Tokyo·JournalPhysical Review Research·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 26, 2024

Does simple guesswork lead to more cooperation than complicated calculus?

A team of researchers from the University of Pennsylvania explored how Bayesian and abductive reasoning can be used to model social dynamics. They found that in some scenarios, simple guesswork can lead to more cooperation than complicated calculus, while in others it may result in less cooperation due to stricter judgment criteria.

SourceUniversity of Pennsylvania·JournalPLOS Computational Biology·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 25, 2024

Rice research shows promise for advancing quantum networks

Rice University engineers have demonstrated a way to control the optical properties of T centers, paving the way toward leveraging these point defects for building quantum nodes. By embedding a T center in a photonic integrated circuit, they increased the collection efficiency for single photon emission by two orders of magnitude.

SourceRice University·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 28, 2024

Best way to bust deepfakes? Use AI to find real signs of life, say Klick Labs scientists

Researchers at Klick Labs developed an algorithm to detect deepfakes with 80% accuracy by analyzing speech pause patterns, offering a solution to the growing problem of AI-generated content. The study's findings suggest that vocal biomarkers can distinguish between real and fake voices, providing a novel approach to flagging deepfakes.

SourceKlick Applied Sciences·JournalJMIR Biomedical Engineering·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 21, 2024

Ice-ray patterns: A rediscovery of past design for the future

A study discovers that traditional Chinese ice-ray lattice designs can provide unique stiffness and strength under asymmetric loads, offering an alternative to conventional gridshells. The research also explores the potential of integrating complex geometry into facade design and micro-scale material design.

SourceXi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University·JournalFrontiers of Architectural Research·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 20, 2024

A computational model has been created to simulate the biomechanical growth of breast tumors

Scientists from UC3M and Johns Hopkins University have developed a computational model that simulates the invasion process of cancer cells based on the characteristics of surrounding tissue and cell junctions. The model allows for predicting tumor evolution in patients by analyzing mechanical properties of the microenvironment.

SourceUniversidad Carlos III de Madrid·JournalActa Biomaterialia·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 20, 2024

A KAIST-Seoul National University Hospital research team develops a computational workflow that predicts metabolites and metabolic pathways associated with somatic mutations in cancers

A KAIST-Seoul National University Hospital research team has developed a computational workflow that predicts metabolites and metabolic pathways associated with somatic mutations in cancers. The workflow uses genome-scale metabolic models and mutation data to identify altered metabolic pathways that contribute to cancer progression.

SourceThe Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)·JournalGenome Biology·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 18, 2024

National Korea Maritime & Ocean University researchers develop a new control method that optimizes autonomous ship navigation

A team of researchers developed a time-optimal control method for autonomous ships, optimizing maneuvering performance in dynamic sea conditions. The new control system accounts for various forces affecting ship movement and can improve efficiency and safety, reducing shipping costs and carbon emissions.

SourceNational Korea Maritime and Ocean University·JournalOcean Engineering·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 13, 2024

Does stereotyping impact cooperative behavior?

Researchers found that stereotypes can significantly reduce cooperation by making individuals less likely to engage in positive behaviors if they believe their actions won't be recognized. This can lead to a decrease in overall cooperation. However, the use of individual-based reputations could potentially improve cooperative outcomes.

SourceUniversity of Pennsylvania·JournalPLOS Computational Biology·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 6, 2024

Running performance helped by mathematical research

Researchers developed a mathematical model to optimize World-class 400m and 1500m running performances by considering variability of motor control, oxygen consumption, and energy expenditure. The study found that improving aerobic metabolism and maintaining optimal velocity are crucial for achieving top performance.

SourceCNRS·JournalFrontiers·TypeCase study·DateMar 5, 2024

Cloud clustering causes more extreme rain

A new study using a high-resolution global climate model found that cloud clustering causes more extreme rain in the tropics, leading to increased severity of precipitation events. The researchers also discovered that more extreme rain occurs at the cost of expansion of dry areas, further shifting towards extreme weather patterns.

SourceInstitute of Science and Technology Austria·JournalScience Advances·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateFeb 23, 2024

End of nuclear secrecy? Underground weapon tests 'now detectable with 99% accuracy'

A team of Earth scientists and statisticians has developed a method that can identify underground nuclear explosions with 99% accuracy. This breakthrough, published in Geophysical Journal International, uses data from known US nuclear tests and seismic patterns to distinguish between nuclear and natural earthquakes.

SourceRoyal Astronomical Society·JournalGeophysical Journal International·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateFeb 8, 2024

How a city is organized can create less-biased citizens

Researchers found that larger, more diverse, and less segregated cities experience decreased implicit racial biases due to increased social interactions. This is attributed to a lack of cosmopolitan public spaces where people can interact with others from different groups, creating barriers to equity.

SourceSanta Fe Institute·JournalNature Communications·DateFeb 6, 2024

The race between innovation and obsolescence

Researchers introduce a mathematical model that connects innovation and obsolescence to unify insights across economics, biology, and science. The model reveals three possible scenarios: an ever-expanding scenario, Schumpeterian dystopia, and creation and destruction.

SourceComplexity Science Hub·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateFeb 2, 2024

Fly brain, mouse brain, worm brain: They all network the same

Researchers analyzed large datasets of neural wiring in fruit flies, mice, and worms to compare networks across species. They created a mathematical model based on Hebbian plasticity, which shows how strong connections form and leads to clustering, suggesting a shared principle of self-organization governs brain network formation.

SourceThe Graduate Center, CUNY·JournalNature Physics·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJan 17, 2024

Optical aspects of quantitative photoacoustic tomography

The review discusses the optical aspects of QPAT, including mathematical models for light propagation and interaction with biological tissues. The authors outline two approaches to estimating chromophore concentrations from absorbed optical energy density data, highlighting the challenges associated with practical implementation, such ...

SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalJournal of Biomedical Optics·DateJan 11, 2024

“Not everyone has the same number of friends” – Overhaul epidemic modelling to include social networks, says new research

A new study from the University of Birmingham suggests that epidemic modeling can significantly overestimate infection numbers due to ignoring network structures. The researchers found that heterogeneous networks can lead to smaller epidemic waves and fewer infections, contradicting standard 'random mixing' models.

SourceUniversity of Birmingham·JournalJournal of Physics Complexity·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 9, 2024