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An international effort to define intelligence, consciousness and more: efforts to create consensus definitions for diverse intelligent systems

A collaboration of scientists, ethicists, and researchers aims to create a consensus definition for diverse intelligent systems, including AI, LLMs, and biological intelligences. The proposed approach will provide a common language for recognizing, predicting, manipulating, and building cognitive systems.

SourceCortical Labs·JournalThe Innovation·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateJul 30, 2024

Breaking MAD: Generative AI could break the internet

A recent study at Rice University found that using synthetic data to train generative AI models can lead to negative consequences, including model collapse and reduced quality. As models become increasingly dependent on self-consuming loops, they may produce warped outputs lacking diversity or quality.

SourceRice University·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJul 30, 2024

A camera trap for the invisible

A new AI-powered image recognition technique could help scientists detect dark matter at the LHC by flagging fleeting tracks before collisions occur. The technique, developed by Ashutosh Kotwal and his team, processes images in under 250 nanoseconds and weeds out uninteresting data points.

SourceDuke University·JournalScientific Reports·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJul 29, 2024
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.

Little trust in Dr. ChatGPT

A new study published in Nature Medicine found that people rate medical advice as less reliable and empathetic when an AI is believed to be involved. Despite this, respondents were still less willing to follow AI-supported recommendations compared to advice from human doctors.

SourceUniversity of Würzburg·JournalNature Medicine·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 25, 2024

A cool solution

Researchers at the University of Missouri are developing a two-phase cooling system that efficiently dissipates heat from server chips through phase change. This innovative system drastically reduces the amount of energy needed to keep equipment cool, with early tests showing significant reductions.

SourceUniversity of Missouri-Columbia·JournalApplied Thermal Engineering·DateJul 25, 2024

It’s got praying mantis eyes

Researchers at UVA School of Engineering and Applied Science developed artificial compound eyes that mimic praying mantis vision, offering improved depth perception and reduced power consumption by over 400 times compared to traditional systems.

SourceUniversity of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science·JournalScience Robotics·DateJul 24, 2024
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

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

USC scientists use AI to predict a wildfire’s next move

Researchers at USC developed a new method to accurately predict wildfire spread using satellite data and artificial intelligence. The model offers a potential breakthrough in wildfire management and emergency response, providing more precise and timely data for firefighters and evacuation teams battling wildfires.

SourceUniversity of Southern California·JournalArtificial Intelligence for the Earth Systems·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJul 22, 2024

Amsterdam UMC set to lead large-scale European study into preventing burnout due to stress among staff in and around the operating theatre

The KEEPCARING study aims to develop a digital tool using AI to predict the most effective stress-reducing methods for individual healthcare providers. Researchers will also map and use existing stress measurement methods, and test interventions in clinical trials across multiple European hospitals.

SourceAmsterdam University Medical Center·DateJul 22, 2024

Health care providers weigh in on their experiences developing an AI tool to understand primary care patients’ social determinants of health

The study explored how AI can be designed using a collaborative design strategy with input from primary care team members to better capture social determinants of health in clinical settings. Key findings suggest that the integration of AI into healthcare has both opportunities and challenges.

SourceAmerican Academy of Family Physicians·JournalThe Annals of Family Medicine·DateJul 22, 2024
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.

Are AI-chatbots suitable for hospitals?

A study found that large language models, despite accuracy in medical exams, fail to consistently request necessary examinations and often deviate from treatment guidelines. In comparison to human doctors, AI diagnoses achieved lower accuracy rates, highlighting concerns about their suitability for everyday clinical practice.

SourceTechnical University of Munich (TUM)·JournalNature Medicine·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 22, 2024

Revolutionizing the abilities of adaptive radar with AI

Researchers at Duke University have broken through the performance wall of adaptive radar systems using convolutional neural networks, paralleling computer vision. They've released a large open-source dataset for other AI researchers to build upon their work, aiming to tackle industry needs like object detection and tracking.

SourceDuke University·JournalIET Radar Sonar & Navigation·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 19, 2024

Diagnosing solid lesions in the pancreas with multimodal AI

A randomized crossover trial found that a joint-AI model improved clinical diagnosis, but future trials are warranted to confirm its effectiveness. The AI model demonstrated positive human-AI interaction, suggesting its potential to facilitate accurate diagnoses.

SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateJul 19, 2024

Using AI to scrutinize, validate theories on animal evolution

A new study uses machine learning to analyze the genetic diversity of two amphibian species, finding that different processes shaped their evolution. The research suggests that population demographic events and contemporary landscape factors played a significant role in shaping the genetic variation of these species.

SourceOhio State University·JournalMolecular Phylogenetics and Evolution·TypeCase study·DateJul 18, 2024
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.

Want to spot a deepfake? Look for the stars in their eyes

Researchers analyzed reflections of light on human eyeballs in real and AI-generated images, finding that fake images often lack consistency between left and right eye reflections. The study employed methods typically used in astronomy to quantify the reflections and checked for consistency.

SourceRoyal Astronomical Society·DateJul 17, 2024

Researchers propose an improvement in the identification of human remains using craniofacial superimposition

A new system for evaluating evidence in craniofacial superimposition uses likelihood ratios to provide quantitative support for forensic experts. The proposed method excels in calibration and discriminating power, offering a tool for integrating and evaluating evidence objectively.

SourceUniversity of Granada·JournalInformation Fusion·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJul 17, 2024

Bridging the “Valley of Death” in carbon capture

Researchers have developed PrISMa, a novel platform that seamlessly connects materials science, process design, techno-economics, and life-cycle assessment to identify effective and sustainable carbon capture solutions. The platform has been tested on over 60 real-world case studies, providing valuable insights for stakeholders.

SourceEcole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne·JournalNature·DateJul 17, 2024
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C)

Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.

AI makes human-like reasoning mistakes

Large language models (LMs) exhibit human-like reasoning flaws, particularly in tasks requiring semantic content and believability. LMs struggle to distinguish between valid and invalid arguments, mirroring human errors, especially when semantic content is sensical and believable.

SourcePNAS Nexus·JournalPNAS Nexus·DateJul 16, 2024
Sky & Telescope Pocket Sky Atlas, 2nd Edition

Sky & Telescope Pocket Sky Atlas, 2nd Edition is a durable star atlas for planning sessions, identifying targets, and teaching celestial navigation.

Should AI be used in psychological research?

Researchers caution against relying solely on LLMs for human participants due to cross-cultural variation and limited variability in responses. While LLMs can analyze text, they struggle with implicit, emotional, or context-dependent tasks, and their black-box nature hinders reproducibility.

SourcePNAS Nexus·JournalPNAS Nexus·DateJul 16, 2024

Ruled by robots: Research reveals people prefer AI to make decisions

A study found that over 60% of participants preferred AI decision-making over humans in redistributing earnings, despite potential discrimination concerns. However, participants were less satisfied with the fairness and accuracy of AI decisions compared to human-made choices.

SourceUniversity of Portsmouth·JournalPublic Choice·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 16, 2024
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.

AI tool successfully responds to patient questions in electronic health record

A new study by NYU Langone Health shows that an AI tool can draft responses to patients' EHR queries as accurately as human healthcare professionals, with greater perceived empathy. The tool has the potential to dramatically reduce physicians' In Basket burden while improving their communication with patients.

SourceNYU Langone Health / NYU Grossman School of Medicine·JournalJAMA Network Open·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 16, 2024

Off-the-shelf wearable trackers provide clinically-useful information for patients with heart disease

A study published in Nature Medicine found that off-the-shelf wearable trackers can monitor the response to two treatments for atrial fibrillation and heart failure. The devices provided clinically useful information similar to in-person hospital assessments, with a neural network helping to analyze missing data.

SourceUniversity of Birmingham·JournalNature Medicine·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateJul 15, 2024

You're just a stick figure to this camera

A new camera system called PrivacyLens can replace people in images with generic stick figures, protecting their identities and reducing unnecessary surveillance. This technology could prevent embarrassing photos from being shared online and make patients more comfortable using cameras for chronic health monitoring.

SourceUniversity of Michigan·DateJul 15, 2024
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.

UCF launches inaugural mentorship, scholarship initiative for students in AI

UCF's STRONG-AI initiative aims to uplift bright, low-income undergraduate students in pursuing well-rounded AI education through faculty and peer mentorship and scholarship. The program has received over 150 applications and will select 10-15 students annually based on financial aid eligibility and academic success.

SourceUniversity of Central Florida·DateJul 11, 2024

Artificial intelligence speeds up heart scans, saving doctors’ time, and could lead to better treatment for heart conditions

Researchers developed an AI model to analyze heart MRI scans, which can save NHS time and resources. The model provides a complete analysis of the entire heart using a view that shows all four chambers, leading to faster and more accurate diagnosis of heart failure and other cardiac conditions.

SourceUniversity of East Anglia·JournalEuropean Radiology Experimental·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateJul 11, 2024
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.

Researchers customize AI tools for digital pathology

Scientists developed customized AI tools, including ChatGPT, to provide accurate responses on digital pathology. The tools help pathologists without extensive coding experience analyze tissue samples, bridging the gap between pathology and digital pathology skills.

SourceWeill Cornell Medicine·JournalThe Lancet Digital Health·DateJul 10, 2024

Review on the progress of the AIGC visual content generation and traceability

This review explores the progress of AIGC visual content generation and traceability, highlighting advancements in image quality, controllable image generation, and watermark-related technologies. Watermarking techniques are categorized into different methods to authenticate and verify AI-generated images.

SourceBeijing Zhongke Journal Publising Co. Ltd.·JournalJournal of Image and Graphics·DateJul 10, 2024
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro)

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro) powers local ML workloads, large datasets, and multi-display analysis for field and lab teams.

Atlas of proteins reveals inner workings of cells

Researchers at the University of Cambridge have developed an atlas of proteins that reveals how they behave inside human cells. The tool allows for the identification of new proteins involved in important bodily functions, including fat distribution and protein creation.

SourceUniversity of Cambridge·JournalNature Communications·DateJul 10, 2024
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.

Bacterial glitter

Researchers sequenced DNA of 87 structurally colored bacteria to identify genes responsible for their glittering structures. The findings could lead to environmentally friendly dyes and materials.

SourceFriedrich-Schiller-Universitaet Jena·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeNews article·DateJul 9, 2024

SLAC researchers pioneer new methods in ultrafast science for sharper molecular movies

Researchers from SLAC, Stanford and other institutions have developed a technique to improve time resolution for the MeV-UED electron camera and trained an artificial intelligence model to tune the beam for various experimental needs. This enables unprecedented precision in exploring novel effects in materials and chemistry.

SourceDOE/SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory·JournalStructural Dynamics·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 8, 2024

Innovative, highly accurate AI model can estimate lung function just by using chest x-rays

Researchers developed an AI model that can estimate lung function from chest radiographs with high accuracy, potentially expanding options for pulmonary function assessment in patients who have difficulty performing spirometry. The study found a remarkably high agreement rate between the AI model's estimates and actual spirometric data.

SourceOsaka Metropolitan University·JournalThe Lancet Digital Health·TypeImaging analysis·DateJul 8, 2024
Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter

Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter is a trusted meter for precise measurements during instrument integration, repairs, and field diagnostics.

Employees prefer human performance monitors over AI, study finds

A recent study by Cornell University found that employees who were monitored by AI reported feeling less autonomy and had worse performance. In contrast, those who were monitored by humans perceived the monitoring as more supportive of their development.

SourceCornell University·JournalCommunications Psychology·DateJul 8, 2024

Think you’re funny? ChatGPT might be funnier

A study published in PLOS ONE found that nearly 70% of participants rated ChatGPT-generated jokes as funnier than those created by people. The researchers also tested the AI against professional humor writers, with results showing that ChatGPT's headlines were just as funny as those from The Onion.

SourceUniversity of Southern California·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeSurvey·DateJul 3, 2024
Meta Quest 3 512GB

Meta Quest 3 512GB enables immersive mission planning, terrain rehearsal, and interactive STEM demos with high-resolution mixed-reality experiences.

Decoding precision cancer care: recent breakthroughs in AI

The article reviews recent advances in applying artificial intelligence to oncology, showcasing promising improvements in cancer care. The authors emphasize the need for interdisciplinary collaboration, rigorous validation, and ethical principles to harness AI's potential.

SourceMary Ann Liebert, Inc./Genetic Engineering News·JournalAI in Precision Oncology·TypeSystematic review·DateJun 28, 2024

Study reveals why AI models that analyze medical images can be biased

Researchers found that AI models that analyze medical images can predict patient demographics with high accuracy but struggle to diagnose patients from diverse backgrounds. The models use demographic shortcuts, leading to incorrect results for women, Black people, and other groups.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalNature Medicine·DateJun 28, 2024

The future of metals research with artificial intelligence

Researchers developed an AI model that accurately predicts metal yield strength by combining physical theory with machine learning. The model outperforms traditional methods, which often rely on extensive experimentation.

SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalActa Materialia·DateJun 27, 2024

U of T researchers develop deep-learning model that outperforms Google AI system to predict peptide structures

Researchers at U of T have developed a deep-learning model called PepFlow that can predict the full range of conformations for peptides, which are shorter than proteins but perform similar biological functions. The model combines machine learning and physics to capture precise and accurate conformations within minutes.

SourceUniversity of Toronto·JournalNature Machine Intelligence·DateJun 27, 2024
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.

AI successfully helps detecting more breast cancers around Danish capital

A new study from the University of Copenhagen reveals that AI has helped detect significantly more cases of breast cancer and reduce radiologist workloads. The AI system has been used to analyze tens of thousands of X-rays every year, resulting in a 12% increase in detected cases, including more small tumours of one centimetre or less.

SourceUniversity of Copenhagen - Faculty of Science·JournalRadiology·DateJun 27, 2024
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.