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New brain-like transistor mimics human intelligence

Researchers developed a synaptic transistor capable of higher-level thinking and performing associative learning, categorizing data, and retaining information at room temperature. The device operates fast, consumes low energy, and is ideal for real-world applications.

SourceNorthwestern University·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 20, 2023
Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter

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

AI alters middle managers work

A study by University of Eastern Finland finds that integrating AI systems into service teams increases demands on middle management, requiring balancing acts and new skills. The study also highlights the need for human managers to focus on innovations and development while AI handles routine tasks.

SourceUniversity of Eastern Finland·JournalJournal of Service Research·TypeSurvey·DateDec 20, 2023

Meet 'Coscientist,' your AI lab partner

A new AI system, Coscientist, has demonstrated its ability to autonomously learn about Nobel Prize-winning chemical reactions and design successful laboratory procedures. The system achieved this in just a few minutes, outperforming human chemists in some cases.

SourceU.S. National Science Foundation·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 20, 2023

Carnegie Mellon-designed artificially intelligent coscientist automates scientific discovery

The Coscientist AI system has been successfully designed, planned, and executed a chemistry experiment, demonstrating its potential to revolutionize scientific research. By leveraging large language models and cloud lab technology, Coscientist can automate the experimental process, enabling scientists to design and run experiments much...

SourceCarnegie Mellon University·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 20, 2023

AI risks turning organizations into self-serving organisms if humans removed

A new study from the University of Ottawa and Copenhagen Business School finds that removing human bias from organizational processes can lead to autonomous systems that create their own environments. This could limit human ability to recognize automation biases, notice environmental shifts, and take action.

SourceUniversity of Ottawa·JournalJournal of the Association for Information Systems·TypeLiterature review·DateDec 20, 2023

AI in medical research: promise and challenges

Researchers are leveraging AI/ML to improve health outcomes, but human judgment is still crucial for model selection and data quality. Explainable AI can enhance transparency and acceptance in clinical practice.

SourcePNAS Nexus·JournalPNAS Nexus·DateDec 19, 2023
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.

A blueprint for equitable, ethical AI research

The scientific community must create a flexible governance framework to ensure equity, prevent unintended consequences, and maximize positive impact. To achieve this, the authors suggest advancing AI infrastructure, democratizing access to research and outcomes.

SourcePNAS Nexus·JournalPNAS Nexus·DateDec 19, 2023

Artificial intelligence unravels mysteries of polycrystalline materials

Researchers at Nagoya University used AI to analyze image data of polycrystalline silicon and discovered staircase-like structures that cause dislocations during crystal growth. The study sheds light on the formation of dislocations in polycrystalline materials, which can affect electrical conduction and overall performance.

SourceNagoya University·JournalAdvanced Materials·DateDec 19, 2023

AI generates proteins with exceptional binding strengths

Scientists at the University of Washington School of Medicine developed a novel protein design approach using AI, creating proteins that bind to challenging biomarkers with exceptionally high affinity and specificity. The breakthrough has implications for drug development, disease diagnosis, and environmental monitoring.

SourceUniversity of Washington School of Medicine/UW Medicine·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 18, 2023
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.

Using AI-related technologies can significantly enhance human cognition, finds new study

A new study published in Frontiers in Artificial Intelligence found that training in Interlingual Respeaking, a new practice combining human collaboration with speech recognition software, can improve language professionals' cognitive abilities. The research, conducted by the University of Surrey, showed significant enhancements in wor...

SourceUniversity of Surrey·JournalFrontiers in Artificial Intelligence·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 18, 2023

Computational model captures the elusive transition states of chemical reactions

A team of MIT researchers has created a computational model that can calculate the structures of transition states in chemical reactions much more quickly than traditional methods. The new model uses machine learning and can generate accurate predictions for thousands of reactions, enabling chemists to design new catalysts and fuels.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·DateDec 15, 2023

Guiding principles to address bias in healthcare algorithms

A technical expert panel provides guiding principles to avoid algorithmic bias in healthcare, aiming to reduce healthcare disparities and promote health equity. The principles aim to identify biases before implementation and mitigate their impact through conscious decisions by developers, users, and regulators.

SourceUniversity of Chicago Medical Center·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateDec 15, 2023
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.

A new tool to better model future wildfire impacts in the United States

Researchers at Ohio State University are testing the use of Synthetic Aperture Radar to help with wildfire detection and improve first responders' ability to predict and respond to deadly forest fires. The new tool has potential for tracking wildfires from start to finish, monitoring soil moisture, and discerning flame-prone areas.

SourceOhio State University·DateDec 15, 2023

Accurate snow measurement thanks to AI and satellites

Researchers at ETH Zurich have developed a new technology using satellite images and artificial intelligence to determine snow depth with high accuracy. The system can provide detailed snow distribution patterns, even for areas without existing measurements, and offers an indication of uncertainty.

SourceETH Zurich·JournalISPRS Journal of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateDec 14, 2023

Saving endangered species: New AI method counts manatee clusters in real time

Researchers from Florida Atlantic University's College of Engineering and Computer Science have developed a new AI method to accurately count manatee aggregations in real-time. The method uses images captured from CCTV cameras and outperforms existing baselines, offering potential ways to aid endangered species.

SourceFlorida Atlantic University·JournalScientific Reports·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateDec 13, 2023
Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope

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Machine learning sees into the future to prevent sight loss in humans

Researchers developed a machine-learning model to predict the risk of visual impairment in people with severe shortsightedness. The study used a dataset of 967 Japanese patients and found that the logistic regression-based model performed well at predicting visual impairment at 5 years.

SourceTokyo Medical and Dental University·JournalJAMA Ophthalmology·DateDec 13, 2023

Highly resolved precipitation maps based on AI

The researchers developed an AI-based generative neural network called GAN that can generate highly resolved radar precipitation films from coarsely resolved maps. This higher resolution is required to better forecast heavy local precipitation and the resulting natural disasters in future.

SourceKarlsruher Institut für Technologie (KIT)·JournalEarth and Space Science·DateDec 13, 2023

Can AI be too good to use?

A new paper examines the challenges of adopting AI in the food industry, citing liability risks and potential costs, and proposes a temporary on-ramp to allow companies to trial AI technology while exploring benefits and mitigation strategies.

SourceUniversity of California - Davis·JournalFrontiers in Artificial Intelligence·TypeSurvey·DateDec 12, 2023

Artificial intelligence for safer bike helmets and better shoe soles

Researchers developed AI tools to systematically explore metamaterials' design and mechanical properties, predicting optimal structures for desired deformation responses. The tools can generate and optimize new structures using large datasets and variational autoencoders.

SourceETH Zurich·JournalNature Communications·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateDec 12, 2023
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 chatbot shows potential as diagnostic partner, researchers find

Researchers found that a large language model chatbot demonstrated more accuracy in making diagnoses than human clinicians, especially when test results were negative. This suggests the potential for AI to serve as a useful diagnostic partner for physicians, reducing overtreatment and improving decision-making.

SourceBeth Israel Deaconess Medical Center·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateDec 11, 2023

Portable, non-invasive, mind-reading AI turns thoughts into text

Researchers from the University of Technology Sydney have developed a portable, non-invasive system that can decode silent thoughts and turn them into text. The technology has been shown to achieve state-of-the-art performance in EEG translation, with an accuracy score of around 40% on BLEU-1.

SourceUniversity of Technology Sydney·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateDec 11, 2023

Battle of the AIs in medical research: ChatGPT vs Elicit

Researchers from Osaka Metropolitan University investigated the credibility and efficiency of generative AI tools in collecting medical literature. The study found that Elicit outperformed ChatGPT, suggesting multiple references with high accuracy within minutes.

SourceOsaka Metropolitan University·JournalHepatology Communications·TypeMeta-analysis·DateDec 8, 2023

Biases in large image-text AI model favor wealthier, Western perspectives

A study by University of Michigan researchers found that CLIP performs poorly on images from low-income and non-Western households, potentially exacerbating digital technology inequality. The model's bias can propagate into downstream applications and tools, excluding diverse representations and perpetuating socioeconomic disparities.

SourceUniversity of Michigan·DateDec 8, 2023
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.

AI-driven breakthroughs in cells study: SFU-UBC collaboration introduces "MCS-detect" for advancements in super-resolution microscopy

Researchers from SFU and UBC introduce MCS-DETECT, an AI-driven algorithm that detects membrane contact sites in large microscopy volumes without segmentation. This innovation enhances super-resolution microscopy capabilities, contributing to a better understanding of cellular interactions and complex diseases.

SourceSimon Fraser University·JournalJournal of Cell Biology·DateDec 8, 2023

MIT engineers develop a way to determine how the surfaces of materials behave

Researchers create Automatic Surface Reconstruction framework to estimate all possible variations of material surfaces, providing detailed information on catalysts, semiconductors, and battery components. The method reduces human intuition and provides dynamic information on surface properties over time.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalNature Computational Science·DateDec 7, 2023

Artificial intelligence for aging research in cancer drug development

Researchers leverage AI to analyze healthcare data and identify new targets for effective therapies and accelerate drug development in aging research. AI can tailor cancer treatment more precisely to individual patients' unique aging profiles, optimizing treatment outcomes and minimizing risks.

SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalAging-US·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateDec 7, 2023
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.

Training algorithm breaks barriers to deep physical neural networks

Researchers have developed an algorithm to train an analog neural network just as accurately as a digital one, decreasing energy consumption and eliminating the need for a digital twin. This approach is more biologically plausible and shows improved speed, robustness, and reduced power consumption compared to other methods.

SourceEcole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 7, 2023

AI opens a path to a better understanding of changes in the brain

Researchers use AI to develop dynamic modeling of brain graphs, capturing dynamics in continuous time for more accurate predictions and personalized treatment of brain diseases. The project aims to track disease development in individual patients and identify biomarkers associated with brain disorders.

SourceLehigh University·DateDec 6, 2023

AI can identify women with high risk of breast cancer in screening examinations

A new AI-based risk model evaluates mammographic images to identify women at high risk of developing breast cancer. The study confirms that the method works well in different European populations, with 6.2% of women classified as high-risk having almost seven times the risk of developing breast cancer.

SourceKarolinska Institutet·JournalThe Lancet Regional Health - Europe·TypeObservational study·DateDec 6, 2023
Meta Quest 3 512GB

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

Enhanced AI tracks neurons in moving animals

Scientists developed an AI method to track neurons in moving and deforming animals using convolutional neural networks with targeted augmentation. This breakthrough reduces manual annotation efforts by three times, enabling faster analysis of brain activity in model organisms like Caenorhabditis elegans.

SourceEcole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne·JournalNature Methods·DateDec 5, 2023

AI accelerates problem-solving in complex scenarios

Researchers from MIT and ETH Zurich developed a filtering technique to simplify a key intermediate step in MILP solvers, speeding up the process by 30-70% without compromising accuracy. A machine-learning model is then used to pick the best combination of algorithms for a specific optimization problem.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·DateDec 5, 2023

Underwater vehicle AI model could be used in other adaptive control systems

A novel bio-inspired computing approach using Biologically-Inspired Experience Replay (BIER) has improved the reliability of Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUVs) and other adaptive control systems. The method leverages recent experiences to stabilize UUVs in challenging conditions, outperforming conventional methods.

SourceFlinders University·JournalIEEE Access·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 4, 2023
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.

Researchers have taught an algorithm to 'taste'

Researchers have developed an AI algorithm that uses people's flavor impressions to make accurate predictions of individual wine preferences. The algorithm combines data from wine labels, user reviews, and sensory tastings to provide personalized recommendations.

SourceUniversity of Copenhagen - Faculty of Science·DateDec 1, 2023

Brainstorming with a bot

A researcher has developed a chatbot with expertise in nanomaterials, leveraging document-retrieval method to provide accurate context. The bot uses embedding to categorize and link information quickly, generating factual responses sourced from trusted documents.

SourceDOE/Brookhaven National Laboratory·JournalDigital Discovery·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateDec 1, 2023

ORNL supports executive order for safe, secure and trustworthy AI

The executive order promotes safe, secure and trustworthy AI by establishing standards, tools and tests to regulate the field. ORNL's AI Initiative connects subject matter experts with resources to develop secure, trustworthy and energy-efficient AI for scientific discovery and national security applications.

SourceDOE/Oak Ridge National Laboratory·TypeNews article·DateNov 30, 2023

2D material reshapes 3D electronics for AI hardware

Researchers developed a novel approach to integrate multiple functions into a single chip using monolithic 3D integration of layered 2D materials. This technology offers unprecedented efficiency and performance in AI computing tasks, enabling faster processing, less energy consumption, and enhanced security.

SourceWashington University in St. Louis·JournalNature Materials·DateNov 30, 2023
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.

Social media posts that promote tobacco are increasing, AI detection technology finds

A study led by Keck School of Medicine of USC used AI detection technology to analyze influencer content on TikTok between 2019 and 2022, finding an increase in posts that promote e-cigarettes. The prevalence of pod devices, e-juice flavor names, and nicotine warning labels increased significantly over time.

SourceKeck School of Medicine of USC·JournalNicotine & Tobacco Research·TypeContent analysis·DateNov 29, 2023

Artificial intelligence paves way for new medicines

Researchers developed an AI model to predict borylation positions in drug molecules, improving chemical synthesis efficiency. The method enables late-stage drug diversification by high-throughput experimentation with geometric deep learning.

SourceLudwig-Maximilians-Universität München·JournalNature·DateNov 29, 2023
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.

How do you make a robot smarter? Program it to know what it doesn’t know

Researchers at Princeton University and Google have developed a new technique to teach robots to ask for help when they're unsure. The method uses large language models to gauge uncertainty in complex environments, allowing robots to reduce the amount of help required while maintaining high accuracy.

SourcePrinceton University, Engineering School·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 28, 2023

Algorithm appreciation overcomes algorithm aversion

Researchers found that AI-generated content is perceived as higher quality than human-created content, but reveals the source of production can reduce the gap. Human oversight is still necessary to ensure AI-generated content is appropriate in sensitive contexts.

SourceCambridge University Press·JournalJudgment and Decision Making·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 27, 2023
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.

Increasing high-temperature strength of materials through collaborative efforts of AI and materials researchers

A team of researchers used AI to optimize thermal aging schedules for nickel-aluminum alloys, resulting in stronger materials at high temperatures. By analyzing unconventional heat treatment patterns, the team discovered a two-step schedule that outperformed conventional methods.

SourceNational Institute for Materials Science, Japan·JournalScientific Reports·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 27, 2023

Defending your voice against deepfakes

Dr. Ning Zhang's AntiFake tool uses adversarial techniques to make it difficult for AI tools to read voice recordings, preventing synthesis of deceptive speech. The tool has achieved over 95% protection rate against state-of-the-art speech synthesizers and is accessible to diverse populations.

SourceWashington University in St. Louis·DateNov 27, 2023
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

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

KAIST-UCSD researchers build an enzyme discovering AI​

Researchers used AI to discover 464 types of enzymes in E. coli and verified their predictions through in vitro enzyme assay. The developed AI can predict a total of 5360 enzyme EC numbers, enabling accurate analysis of metabolic processes and development of eco-friendly microbial factories.

SourceThe Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)·JournalNature Communications·TypeMeta-analysis·DateNov 24, 2023
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.

AI recognizes the tempo and stages of embryonic development

Researchers at the University of Konstanz developed an AI-powered method to objectively characterize embryonic development tempo and stages. The Twin Network trained on over 3 million zebrafish embryo images accurately identified developmental stages, temperature dependence, and malformations.

SourceUniversity of Konstanz·JournalNature Methods·DateNov 23, 2023