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Faster, smarter, more open: a new way to accelerate AI models

Researchers from the Weizmann Institute of Science and Intel Labs have developed new algorithms that allow AI developers to combine the power of different AI models, speeding up large language model performance by 1.5-2.8 times. This enables faster collaboration between models, reducing processing power costs and improving overall effi...

SourceWeizmann Institute of Science·DateJul 16, 2025

NCSA supporting Georgia Tech in new AI venture

Georgia Tech is building a new artificial intelligence-centered supercomputer called Nexus, which will integrate cutting-edge hardware and software services to unify scientific research workflows. NCSA is lending its expertise to assist in the development of this national-scale computational resource.

SourceNational Center for Supercomputing Applications·DateJul 16, 2025
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.

Human-AI ‘collaboration’ makes it simpler to solve quantum physics problems

Scientists use human-AI collaboration to tackle complex questions in condensed matter physics, leveraging machine learning algorithms to identify patterns in simulation data. This approach successfully models the behavior of frustrated magnets and sheds light on quantum computing and gravity.

SourceOkinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) Graduate University·JournalPhysical Review Research·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJul 16, 2025

Scientists pioneer 3D temperature mapping inside living tissue using light and AI

Researchers have developed a groundbreaking technique that maps temperature in three dimensions within biological tissue using invisible light and artificial intelligence. This new technology has the potential to improve early disease detection and treatment monitoring without the need for costly or invasive imaging technologies.

SourceUniversità Ca' Foscari Venezia·JournalNature Communications·DateJul 16, 2025
Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars

Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars deliver bright, sharp views for wildlife surveys, eclipse chases, and quick star-field scans at dark sites.

How to more efficiently study complex treatment interactions

A new approach by MIT researchers allows scientists to efficiently estimate how combinations of treatments will affect a group, enabling fewer costly experiments while gathering more accurate data. The framework considers the scenario where all treatments are assigned in parallel and controls the outcome by adjusting treatment rates.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·DateJul 16, 2025

AI tool built for climate-hit fishers wins top prize at UN Summit

SmartCatch, an AI tool developed by WorldFish, has won the AI for Planet Prize at the 2025 AI for Good Global Summit. The tool helps small-scale fishers record their catches with a simple mobile phone photo, aiming to make catch reporting faster and more accurate in coastal areas with limited internet connectivity.

SourceWorldFish·DateJul 15, 2025
Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply

Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply powers sensors, microcontrollers, and test circuits with programmable rails and stable outputs.

MSK Research Highlights, July 15, 2025

Researchers from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center developed a new approach to induce mutations in resistant cancer cells, making them sensitive to immunotherapy. The study showed positive outcomes in patients over 90 with lung cancer who underwent surgery.

SourceMemorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center·DateJul 15, 2025

Meet your digital twin

Researchers created a digital twin to detect disease risk, initiate preventive treatment, and simulate effective treatments. The model uses extensive human data from the Human Phenotype Project to identify deviations from expected physiological changes in 17 body systems.

SourceWeizmann Institute of Science·JournalNature Medicine·DateJul 15, 2025

AI tool accurately detects tumor location on breast MRI

An AI model accurately detected tumor locations and outperformed benchmark models in detecting breast cancer, according to a study published in Radiology. The model learned a robust representation of benign cases to better identify abnormal malignancies, even with underrepresented data.

SourceRadiological Society of North America·JournalRadiology·DateJul 15, 2025
Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only)

Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only) delivers reliable low-light performance and rugged build for astrophotography, lab documentation, and field expeditions.

PolyU secures RGC theme-based research scheme funding to develop cost-effective and sustainable Co-GenAI model

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University has secured funding from the Research Grants Council to develop a cost-effective and sustainable collaborative Generative AI (Co-GenAI) model. The project aims to democratize AI development by reducing centralized computational demand and enabling broader participation in GenAI research and deployment.

SourceThe Hong Kong Polytechnic University·DateJul 15, 2025

Pusan National University researchers develop breakthrough deep learning model that enhances handheld 3D medical imaging

A new deep learning model enhances handheld 3D medical imaging by automatically tracking transducer motion without external sensors. The model produces more realistic 3D US images and can reconstruct blood vessel structures using ultrasound and photoacoustic data.

SourcePusan National University·JournalIEEE Transactions on Medical Imaging·TypeImaging analysis·DateJul 15, 2025

Eyes on the prize: Decoding eye contact

Researchers found that specific gaze sequences, including looking at an object and making eye contact, are crucial for effective communication. This discovery has implications for social robot development and non-verbal communication training.

SourceFlinders University·JournalRoyal Society Open Science·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 15, 2025
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor

Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor tracks ventilation quality in labs, classrooms, and conference rooms with long battery life and clear e-ink readouts.

ERC funding to understand tumor evolution to defeat cancer

The EVOaware project aims to develop an innovative platform that addresses tumour resistance to therapies by using advanced tissue imaging technologies and integrating genetic screening, lineage tracing, and spatial omics techniques. This platform has the potential to accelerate the discovery and development of new cancer therapies.

SourceInstitute for Bioengineering of Catalonia (IBEC)·DateJul 14, 2025

Many in U.S. consider AI-generated health information useful and reliable

A recent survey found that nearly two-thirds of U.S. adults consider AI-generated summaries to be somewhat or very reliable, while another 45% say they sometimes give them the answer they need. However, half of respondents are not comfortable with healthcare providers using AI tools.

SourceAnnenberg Public Policy Center of the University of Pennsylvania·TypeSurvey·DateJul 14, 2025
CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock

CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock simplifies serious desks with 18 ports for high-speed storage, monitors, and instruments across Mac and PC setups.

Optical microscopy combined with AI could enable new avenues in precision medicine

A new method using label-free optical microscopy and artificial intelligence effectively identifies disease phenotypes in pancreatic cancer. The approach achieved nearly 90% accuracy in predicting tissue phenotypes, demonstrating the promise of combining light-based imaging with AI for precision medicine.

SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalBiophotonics Discovery·DateJul 14, 2025

Researchers hit ‘fast forward’ on materials discovery with self-driving labs

Researchers developed a self-driving lab that collects at least 10 times more data than previous techniques, dramatically expediting materials discovery research while slashing costs and environmental impact. The system uses dynamic flow experiments to continuously characterize samples, capturing data every half second.

SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalNature Chemical Engineering·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 14, 2025
Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach

Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach provides rugged GNSS navigation, satellite messaging, and SOS for backcountry geology and climate field teams.

AI-powered occupancy tracking system optimizes open-plan office design

Researchers at The University of Osaka develop an AI-powered framework to measure micro-scale occupancy in open-plan offices, providing detailed data for evidence-based design decisions. The system uses computer vision and 3D pose estimation to analyze video footage and track individuals within predefined zones.

SourceThe University of Osaka·JournalJournal of Building Engineering·TypeImaging analysis·DateJul 13, 2025

Animal-inspired AI robot learns to navigate unfamiliar terrain

Researchers developed an AI system that enables a four-legged robot to adapt its gait to different terrain, just like animals. The robot learned to switch gaits on the fly and navigate uneven surfaces without any alterations to the system itself, overcoming previous limitations around adaptability.

SourceUniversity of Leeds·JournalNature Machine Intelligence·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJul 11, 2025

A technological breakthrough for ultra-fast and greener AI

Researchers from Université Laval designed an ultra-fast and greener optical chip that can transfer massive amounts of data at speeds of 1,000 gigabits per second while reducing energy consumption. This innovation uses the phase of light to add a new dimension to the signal, reaching unprecedented performance levels.

SourceUniversité Laval·JournalNature Photonics·DateJul 11, 2025

Pusan National University researchers identify key barriers hindering data-driven smart manufacturing adoption

Pusan National University researchers developed a comprehensive issue set for MDA implementation, covering technical, organizational, and environmental challenges. The framework helps manufacturers prioritize issues and address them proactively, enabling efficient and effective data-driven smart manufacturing.

SourcePusan National University·JournalJournal of Manufacturing Systems·TypeSystematic review·DateJul 11, 2025
GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter

GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter logs beta, gamma, and X-ray levels for environmental monitoring, training labs, and safety demonstrations.

New CZI AI model could help scientists pinpoint signs of cancer cells

The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative's latest AI model, GREmLN, is designed to predict and understand how genes interact within cells. It focuses on the molecular logic that defines gene behavior, allowing researchers to track critical changes pinpointing the earliest signs of disease.

SourceChan Zuckerberg Initiative·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJul 10, 2025

New AI tool gives a helping hand to x ray diagnosis

A new AI tool called Ark+ has demonstrated exceptional capability in diagnosis of lung diseases and rare conditions like COVID-19. The tool outperformed proprietary software developed by Google and Microsoft, making it a potential game-changer for healthcare.

SourceArizona State University·JournalNature·TypeImaging analysis·DateJul 10, 2025

Children’s social media activity highlights emotional stress of living with long-term health issues

A study using AI language models analyzed sentiments and emotions expressed by almost 400 pediatric patients on social media, finding that 94% of comments were negative, with sadness and fear prevalent. The study highlights the need for integrated care approaches to support vulnerable young patients managing complex medical conditions.

SourceUniversity of Plymouth·JournalJournal of Affective Disorders·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJul 10, 2025
Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station

Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station offers research-grade local weather data for networked stations, campuses, and community observatories.

KIT researchers develop AI model to generate global realistic rainfall maps

Researchers at KIT have developed a new AI method that generates high-resolution precipitation maps from low-resolution data, offering improved assessments of regional climate risks and disaster control. The model provides physically plausible precipitation maps with statistical uncertainty, applicable to diverse climatic conditions.

SourceKarlsruher Institut für Technologie (KIT)·Journalnpj Climate and Atmospheric Science·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJul 10, 2025
GoPro HERO13 Black

GoPro HERO13 Black records stabilized 5.3K video for instrument deployments, field notes, and outreach, even in harsh weather and underwater conditions.

First-of-its-kind journal facilitates rapid publication of AI research

The new journal aims to accelerate knowledge dissemination in AI by prioritizing theoretical breakthroughs, practical applications, and societal implications. It features short peer-reviewed contributions and opinion pieces to facilitate swift engagement with contemporary AI issues.

SourceAssociation for Computing Machinery·DateJul 9, 2025

Medical needles in the hands of AI

Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing medical needle procedures by providing unprecedented levels of accuracy and precision. AI-powered robots can assist physicians in complex tasks, enabling safer and more effective procedures. The four components of AI guidance are formalized, categorizing current systems into Eyes-on/Hands...

SourceUniversity of North Carolina at Chapel Hill·JournalScience Robotics·DateJul 9, 2025

Study could lead to LLMs that are better at complex reasoning

Researchers developed a way to boost LLMs' performance on challenging tasks using test-time training. This method involves updating some model parameters using new data, leading to significant improvements in accuracy, especially for tasks requiring logic and reasoning.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·DateJul 9, 2025
Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm)

Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm) tracks health metrics and safety alerts during long observing sessions, fieldwork, and remote expeditions.

AI tool helps improve detection of cardiac amyloidosis

Researchers developed an AI model that screens for cardiac amyloidosis with high accuracy, outperforming existing methods. The tool analyzes routine heart ultrasound images to quickly detect the condition and differentiate it from other heart issues.

SourceUniversity of Chicago Medical Center·JournalEuropean Heart Journal·TypeImaging analysis·DateJul 9, 2025
SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB

SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB transfers large imagery and model outputs quickly between field laptops, lab workstations, and secure archives.

AI helps radiologists spot more lesions in mammograms

A study published in Radiology found that AI decision support systems improve breast cancer detection accuracy and visual search patterns among radiologists. With AI assistance, radiologists spend more time examining regions with actual lesions, leading to better performance and efficiency.

SourceRadiological Society of North America·JournalRadiology·DateJul 8, 2025

New research shows AI chatbots should not replace your therapist

A recent study published in the Association for Computing Machinery Conference on Fairness, Accountability, and Transparency found that AI chatbots are not safe replacements for therapists. The researchers evaluated these chatbots against clinical standards for therapists and concluded that they don

SourceUniversity of Minnesota·DateJul 8, 2025

AI reveals astrocytes play a ‘starring’ role in dynamic brain function

A recent study using machine learning and computational modeling reveals that astrocytes play a more active role in brain function than previously thought. Astrocytes subtly modulate communication between neurons during synchronous brain activity, influencing network coordination and stability.

SourceFlorida Atlantic University·JournalCognitive Neurodynamics·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJul 8, 2025
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation, USB-C)

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation, USB-C) provide clear calls and strong noise reduction for interviews, conferences, and noisy field environments.

A Chinese Neurosurgical Journal review describes the transformative role of artificial intelligence in glioblastoma

Researchers highlight the benefits of artificial intelligence in glioblastoma management, including improved diagnosis, treatment planning, and personalized therapy. AI-based models can analyze radiological images, predict tumor characteristics, and suggest effective treatments, promising to improve patient outcomes and survival rates.

SourceChinese Neurosurgical Journal·JournalChinese Neurosurgical Journal·TypeLiterature review·DateJul 7, 2025

BU creates new language model to help people obtain more accurate answers to science, health questions

Researchers at Boston University have created a new language model called PodGPT that combines expert knowledge from podcasts with the latest research articles. The model has been shown to better understand and answer scientific questions, particularly those related to biology, math, and medicine.

SourceBoston University School of Medicine·Journalnpj Biomedical Innovations·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJul 7, 2025
Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter

Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter measures wind, temperature, and humidity in real time for site assessments, aviation checks, and safety briefings.

From position to meaning: how AI learns to read

A new study reveals that AI systems transition from relying on word positions to meaning-based understanding as they receive enough data for training. The transition occurs abruptly, similar to a phase transition in physical systems, and is driven by the amount of data available.

SourceSissa Medialab·JournalJournal of Statistical Mechanics Theory and Experiment·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJul 7, 2025
AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope

AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope supports teaching labs and QA checks with LED illumination, mechanical stage, and included 5MP camera.

Scientists Unveil AI-powered universal strategy for protein engineering

Researchers developed an AI-informed method for rapid protein evolution, integrating structural and evolutionary constraints. The approach, AiCE, outperforms traditional methods in predicting high-fitness mutations, enabling efficient protein redesign and applications in precision medicine.

SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalCell·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 7, 2025

How retrieval-augmented AI boosts radiology consults while safeguarding patient privacy

A new study demonstrates that retrieval-augmented generation can eliminate hallucinations in clinical LLMs while protecting patient privacy. The RAG-enhanced model responds significantly faster than cloud-based systems, delivering safer results without compromising data security.

SourceJuntendo University Research Promotion Center·Journalnpj Digital Medicine·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJul 7, 2025

Researchers found a better way to teach large language models new skills

A new technique called WeGeFT improves large language model performance in tasks such as commonsense reasoning and code generation. By fine-tuning key parameters, researchers reduce the need for significant computational power, advancing the field of artificial intelligence.

SourceNorth Carolina State University·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 7, 2025