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AI model could help improve outcomes of prostate cancer focal therapy

A new AI model has been developed to help doctors determine the extent of cancer within the prostate gland, improving the effectiveness of focal therapy. The model was found to be more accurate than magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in predicting tumor margins, reducing the chance of cancer recurrence.

SourceUniversity of California - Los Angeles Health Sciences·JournalEuropean Urology Open Science·DateJun 27, 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.

Apple iPhone 17 Pro

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

Precious1GPT: multimodal transfer learning for aging clock development and target discovery

Researchers developed Precious1GPT, a multimodal transformer-based approach for aging clock development and feature importance analysis. The model utilizes methylation and transcriptomic data to predict biological age and identify disease-related genes, providing a pathway for therapeutic drug discovery.

SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalAging-US·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateJun 20, 2023

Machine learning helps researchers identify hit songs with 97% accuracy

Researchers applied machine learning to brain responses and achieved near-perfect classification accuracy for songs that may become hits. The approach, called 'neuroforecasting,' uses data from a small group of people to predict population-level effects without needing to measure the brain activity of hundreds of people.

SourceFrontiers·JournalFrontiers in Artificial Intelligence·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 20, 2023

Pangolin the inspiration for medical robot

Researchers created a robot inspired by pangolins' ability to curl up into a ball, with a soft layer and hard metal components. The robot can emit heat when needed and transport particles like medicines, making it promising for minimally invasive medical procedures.

SourceMax Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 20, 2023

Communication robot for preventing isolation of the elderly

A communication robot is being developed to prevent elderly isolation by facilitating self-disclosure through different communication options. The study found that the most appropriate option depends on the recipient, message content, and sender's gender and personality traits, reducing participants' anxiety in self-disclosure.

SourceUniversity of Tsukuba·JournalInternational Journal of Social Robotics·DateJun 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.

If art is how we express our humanity, where does AI fit in?

Generative AI raises fundamental questions about the creative process and human's role in it. Researchers highlight gaps in understanding perceptions of AI-generated content, ownership, credit, labor economics, and media ecosystem impact.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalScience·DateJun 15, 2023

Researchers test AI-powered chatbot's medical diagnostic ability

Researchers at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center used a generative AI chatbot to solve complex diagnostic cases, finding it accurate in nearly 40% of cases and providing correct diagnoses in two-thirds of challenging scenarios. The study suggests generative AI has the potential to assist medical professionals in diagnosis.

SourceBeth Israel Deaconess Medical Center·JournalJAMA·DateJun 15, 2023

UK’s AI ‘twin’ will use big data to show the way to net zero

A new research project at University of Leicester will develop a digital 'twin' of the UK using artificial intelligence and big data to inform environmentally-friendly land use. The project aims to reduce emissions from cattle and sheep farming, which contribute around 10% of the UK's emissions.

SourceUniversity of Leicester·DateJun 14, 2023

AI helps show how the brain’s fluids flow

A new AI-based technique measures brain fluid flow with unprecedented accuracy, revealing pressures and three-dimensional flow rates. This breakthrough could lead to the development of new treatments for Alzheimer's, small vessel disease, strokes, and traumatic brain injuries.

SourceUniversity of Rochester·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 14, 2023

Machines can make better decisions than humans, but how do we know when they’re actually accurate?

Research by Francis de Véricourt and Huseyin Gurkan found that trust in machines' decision-making ability is key to effective learning. They discovered that biased learning occurs when humans override algorithmic decisions without observing the machine's correctness, leading to incorrect usage of machines in decision making.

SourceESMT Berlin·JournalManagement Science·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 14, 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.

The best drug combos to prevent COVID recurrence

A machine-learning study has found that individual characteristics, including age and weight, determine which drug combinations most effectively reduce COVID-19 recurrence rates. The study used real-world data from a hospital in China and identified unique treatment combinations for different demographic groups.

SourceUniversity of California - Riverside·JournalFrontiers in Artificial Intelligence·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 13, 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.

Mori3: A polygon shape-shifting robot for space travel

The Mori3 robot is a polygon shape-shifting robot designed for space travel, capable of morphing into any 3D object and adapting to various environments. Its versatility makes it an ideal candidate for communication and external repairs in spacecraft.

SourceEcole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne·JournalNature Machine Intelligence·DateJun 12, 2023

Loneliness, insomnia linked to work with AI systems

Research by the American Psychological Association found that employees who frequently interact with AI systems are more likely to experience loneliness, insomnia, and increased after-work alcohol consumption. However, these effects may be mitigated by equipping AI systems with social features or limiting their use.

SourceAmerican Psychological Association·JournalJournal of Applied Psychology·DateJun 12, 2023

New model offers a way to speed up drug discovery

Researchers have developed a new AI model that can quickly screen large libraries of potential drug compounds against target proteins. The ConPLex model uses language analysis to match potential drugs with proteins without needing to calculate molecular structures, enabling fast screening of over 100 million compounds per day.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJun 9, 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.

MethaneMapper is poised to solve the problem of underreported methane emissions

MethaneMapper is an artificial intelligence-powered hyperspectral imaging tool that can detect real-time methane emissions and trace them to their sources. With a performance accuracy of 91%, it has the potential to revolutionize the way we monitor oil and gas operations and curb climate change.

SourceUniversity of California - Santa Barbara·JournalEcology Letters·DateJun 8, 2023

Accuracy of AI in estimating best-corrected visual acuity from fundus photographs in eyes with diabetic macular edema

Researchers developed an AI model to estimate best-corrected visual acuity from fundus photographs in patients with diabetic macular edema, achieving accuracy within one to two lines on a standard chart. The study's findings support the potential of AI in clinical settings, with opportunities for further improvement.

SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Ophthalmology·DateJun 8, 2023

ChatGPT candidate performs well in obstetrics and gynaecology clinical examination, compared to human candidates

ChatGPT achieved high scores in clinical reasoning and demonstrated rapid response times to evolving questions. However, its lack of local ethnic knowledge and limited medical references hindered its performance in highly contextual situations.

SourceNational University of Singapore, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine·JournalAmerican Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 7, 2023

Evaluating AI responses to public health questions

ChatGPT consistently provided accurate, evidence-based answers in public health questions, beating rival AI assistants. Meanwhile, Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant struggled to recognize or refer users for help.

SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateJun 7, 2023
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.

New “AI doctor” predicts hospital readmission and other health outcomes

Researchers at NYU Grossman School of Medicine have developed an AI tool called NYUTron that can accurately estimate patients' risk of death, length of hospital stay, and other factors important to care. The tool achieved impressive results in predicting readmission rates, improving upon standard methods by up to 7%.

SourceNYU Langone Health / NYU Grossman School of Medicine·JournalNature·DateJun 7, 2023

ChatGPT designs its first robot with TU Delft researchers

Researchers at TU Delft and EPFL collaborated with ChatGPT to design a tomato-harvesting robot, showcasing the potential of AI in robotics. The study highlights the need for verification and validation of LLM output to prevent misinformation and bias.

SourceDelft University of Technology·JournalNature Machine Intelligence·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 7, 2023

What does ChatGPT say when you tell it you were sexually assaulted, you’re suicidal, or want to quit smoking?

A study by the University of California - San Diego found that ChatGPT provided evidence-based responses to 91% of public health questions, but only referred users to resources in 22% of cases. The researchers emphasize the importance of promoting human-powered critical resources like life-saving hotlines.

SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·JournalJAMA Network Open·TypeObservational study·DateJun 7, 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.

Smart in-memory light sensors perform image recognition

Researchers at KAUST developed smart digital image sensors that can recognize images with high accuracy, using a charge-trapping 'in-memory' sensor sensitive to visible light. The devices have an extremely long-lived retention time of up to 10 years and can perform optical sensing, storage, and computation.

SourceKing Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST)·JournalLight Science & Applications·DateJun 6, 2023

New superconducting diode could improve performance of quantum computers and artificial intelligence

A University of Minnesota team developed a new superconducting diode that is more energy efficient and versatile than past models. The device can process multiple electrical signals at once and has gates to control the flow of energy, which could enable faster quantum computers for industry use and enhance AI performance.

SourceUniversity of Minnesota·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 6, 2023

New AI boosts teamwork training

Researchers developed a new AI framework that significantly improves the ability to analyze team communication, enabling adaptive training technologies to facilitate effective team collaboration. The framework performed substantially better than previous AI technologies in classifying dialogue and following information flow.

SourceNorth Carolina State University·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 6, 2023
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.

AI outperformed standard risk model for predicting breast cancer

A recent study published in Radiology found that AI algorithms performed better than the standard Breast Cancer Surveillance Consortium (BCSC) risk model for predicting five-year breast cancer risk. The AI models extracted hundreds of additional mammographic features, leading to improved predictive performance.

SourceRadiological Society of North America·JournalRadiology·DateJun 6, 2023

The digital dark matter clouding AI

Scientists using popular computational tools to interpret AI predictions are picking up too much 'noise' when analyzing DNA. Researchers have found a way to fix this by applying a new line of code, leading to more reliable explanations and potentially unlocking the next breakthrough in health and medicine.

SourceCold Spring Harbor Laboratory·JournalGenome Biology·DateJun 5, 2023

Do chatbot avatars prompt bias in health care?

A team of University of Colorado School of Medicine researchers explores the impact of chatbot avatars on patient experience, trust, and compassion in healthcare. They found that chatbots may reinforce social stereotypes and biases, but also have potential to increase trust among underserved patient groups if designed with respect for ...

SourceUniversity of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus·JournalAnnals of Internal Medicine·TypeContent analysis·DateJun 5, 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.

AI software can provide ‘roadmap’ for biological discoveries

Researchers updated their protein localization prediction model, MULocDeep, to provide more targeted predictions for biological discoveries. The tool helps researchers design more effective experiments and advance scientific discoveries related to drug development and treating diseases like epilepsy.

SourceUniversity of Missouri-Columbia·JournalNucleic Acids Research·DateJun 2, 2023

Digital twins for construction and mechanical industries

A new Danish research project, CP-SENS, aims to develop a digital twin platform for the mechanical and construction industries. The project will provide companies with access to intelligent IT systems tailored to their needs, enabling them to adopt digital twins without significant financial investment.

SourceAarhus University·DateJun 1, 2023

UCLA Health Tip Sheet: Test results impact lung cancer screening adherence; Axillary ultrasound may be unnecessary in diagnostic screening for breast cancer; Using AI to checking endotracheal tube placement

Researchers at UCLA Health highlight the impact of test results on lung cancer screening adherence and the potential unnecessary use of axillary ultrasound in breast cancer diagnostics. Meanwhile, a new AI system helps check endotracheal tube placement with high accuracy and user satisfaction.

SourceUniversity of California - Los Angeles Health Sciences·JournalJAMA Network Open·TypeObservational study·DateJun 1, 2023
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) runs demanding GIS, imaging, and annotation workflows on the go for surveys, briefings, and lab notebooks.

New method improves efficiency of ‘vision transformer’ AI systems

Researchers at North Carolina State University have developed a new methodology called Patch-to-Cluster attention (PaCa) that addresses the challenges of vision transformers. PaCa improves ViT's ability to identify, classify, and segment objects in images while reducing computational demands and enhancing model interpretability.

SourceNorth Carolina State University·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 1, 2023

Reading between the cracks: artificial intelligence can identify patterns in surface cracking to assess damage in reinforced concrete structures

Researchers develop AI-based method to quantify cracking patterns in reinforced concrete structures, enabling more accurate and efficient assessments of structural damage. The approach uses graph theory and machine learning algorithms to create a unique 'fingerprint' for each set of cracks, allowing for quick and consistent evaluations.

SourceDrexel University·JournalComputer-Aided Civil and Infrastructure Engineering·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 1, 2023

Using AI to create better, more potent medicines

Researchers at Ohio State University developed an AI framework called G2 Retro to automatically generate chemical reactions for molecules. The framework was shown to cover a vast range of possible reactions and accurately predict the best synthesis routes, offering more efficient drug design options.

SourceOhio State University·JournalCommunications Chemistry·TypeMeta-analysis·DateMay 30, 2023
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.

New tool may help spot “invisible” brain damage in college athletes

A new study published in The Neuroradiology Journal introduces an artificial intelligence computer program that can accurately identify changes in brain structure resulting from repeated head injury. This AI tool uses machine learning to process magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans and distinguish between the brains of male athletes ...

SourceNYU Langone Health / NYU Grossman School of Medicine·JournalThe Neuroradiology Journal·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 30, 2023

New framework for super-resolution ultrasound

Researchers at the Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology have developed a new framework for super-resolution ultrasound using deep learning, reducing processing speeds from minutes to seconds. The new technology enables real-time blood flow visualization, overcoming challenges faced by conventional methods.

SourceBeckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology·JournalIEEE Transactions on Medical Imaging·TypeImaging analysis·DateMay 25, 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.

Helping virtual reality reflect social realities

A nationwide VR research project is working to create diverse groups of participants to reflect real-world social dynamics. The Virtual Experience Research Accelerator (VERA) aims to provide researchers with access to large, reliable, and diverse groups for various VR research projects.

SourceLehigh University·DateMay 25, 2023

A better way to match 3D volumes

Researchers at MIT have developed a new approach to match 3D shapes by mapping volumes to volumes, resulting in more accurate animations and CAD designs. This method represents shapes as tetrahedral meshes that include the mass inside a 3D object, allowing for better modeling of fine parts and avoiding common artifacts.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalACM Transactions on Graphics·DateMay 24, 2023
Creality K1 Max 3D Printer

Creality K1 Max 3D Printer rapidly prototypes brackets, adapters, and fixtures for instruments and classroom demonstrations at large build volume.

New camera technology could revolutionise plastics recycling

A new camera technology developed by Aarhus University and Newtec Engineering A/S aims to make it easier to recycle plastic materials. The technology uses hyperspectral imaging to analyze the chemical composition of plastic waste, allowing for the removal of unwanted additives that may be banned or harmful.

SourceAarhus University·DateMay 23, 2023