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Computer model helps identify cancer-fighting immune cells key to immunotherapy

Researchers developed a computer model called MANAscore to identify tumor-fighting immune cells in lung cancer patients treated with immune checkpoint inhibitors. The three-gene model helped find differences associated with patient response to immunotherapy, including the presence of stem-like memory T cells.

SourceJohns Hopkins Medicine·JournalNature Communications·DateFeb 3, 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.

MIT engineers help multirobot systems stay in the safety zone

A team of MIT engineers has developed a training method for multiagent systems that can guarantee their safe operation in crowded environments. The method enables agents to continually map their safety margins, allowing them to scale up to any number of agents while maintaining system safety.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalIEEE Transactions on Robotics·DateFeb 3, 2025

UCF helps develop AI tool that may assist underserved hospitals

The open-source AI model analyzes medical images, generates detailed reports, and answers clinical questions to streamline diagnostics and improve accuracy. BiomedGPT aims to democratize healthcare and reduce disparities amongst patients by providing easily accessible data to bolster underserved hospitals.

SourceUniversity of Central Florida·DateJan 28, 2025

Debiasing vision-language models for vision tasks: a survey

Vision-Language Models (VLMs) inherit biases from uncurated datasets, leading to poor group robustness and biased predictions. Researchers are exploring strategies to mitigate these biases in discriminative models, but generative tasks like image captioning and image generation require attention.

SourceHigher Education Press·JournalFrontiers of Computer Science·DateJan 25, 2025
Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope

Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope combines portable Schmidt-Cassegrain optics with GoTo pointing for outreach nights and field campaigns.

Seoultech researchers use machine learning to ensure safe structural design

A new hybrid machine learning model predicts ultimate axial strength of CFRP-strengthened CFST columns with high accuracy, enabling safer and more efficient designs. The model can be used to optimize construction processes and enhance the safety of structures at a lower cost.

SourceSeoul National University of Science & Technology·JournalExpert Systems with Applications·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 23, 2025

Researchers put the shine on digitally rendered feathers

Researchers created digital images of iridescent bird feathers that change colors at different angles, incorporating tiny variations for a glittery appearance. The new method uses specimens from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology as a reference and has potential applications in video games and animation.

SourceCornell University·JournalACM Transactions on Graphics·TypeCase study·DateJan 22, 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.

Two Nobel laureates to deliver key talks at ARDD 2025

The Aging Research and Drug Discovery Meeting (ARDD2025) will feature Nobel laureates Morten Meldal and Michael Levitt. Their groundbreaking discoveries have had a lasting impact on drug development and molecular design, highlighting the conference's pivotal role in advancing healthspan and longevity science.

SourceAging Research and Drug Discovery·DateJan 22, 2025

Simplified redesign of proteins to improve ligand binding

Researchers developed ProteinReDiff, an AI-powered method to redesign proteins for improved ligand binding. The approach uses initial protein sequences and ligand SMILES strings, reducing reliance on detailed structural data.

SourceUniversity of Alabama at Birmingham·JournalStructural Dynamics·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 21, 2025
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

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

Can ChatGPT pass a Ph.D.-level history test?

A new study assesses the historical knowledge of AI chatbots like ChatGPT-4 and finds they struggle with nuanced, PhD-level inquiry. The models performed best on legal systems and social complexity but struggled with topics such as discrimination and social mobility.

SourceComplexity Science Hub·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 21, 2025

The Frontiers of Knowledge Award goes to Anil Jain and Michael I. Jordan for core contributions in machine learning that have powered the development of biometrics and artificial intelligence

Anil Jain and Michael I. Jordan received the BBVA Foundation Award in Information and Communication Technologies for their pioneering work on machine learning, enabling transformative technologies like biometrics and artificial intelligence. Their research has unlocked applications of far-reaching impact on society.

SourceBBVA Foundation·DateJan 21, 2025

WashU researchers map individual brain dynamics

Neuroscientists at WashU develop a novel method to create personalized brain models, shedding light on individual variations in brain dynamics and their impact on cognition and behavior. The study reveals new insights into the mechanisms underlying person-specific differences in brain electrophysiology.

SourceWashington University in St. Louis·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJan 17, 2025
CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock

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New computer models open door to far more targeted antibiotics

Researchers at UVA have developed computer models to target specific bacteria in specific parts of the body, reducing the chance of antibiotic resistance. This approach could lead to more effective treatments and reduce the need for broad-spectrum antibiotics.

SourceUniversity of Virginia Health System·DateJan 14, 2025

AI health care innovator will lead computational medicine research at UT

The University of Texas at Austin appoints Charles 'Charley' Taylor to lead a new Center for Computational Medicine, developing advanced medical applications and modeling. This move strengthens collaborations between Dell Medical School and the Oden Institute, driving innovation in health and technology.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin·DateJan 13, 2025

New method forecasts computation, energy costs for sustainable AI models

A novel method called RESQUE predicts computational and energy costs for updating deep learning/AI models, allowing users to make informed decisions about when to update models to improve AI sustainability. The researchers conducted extensive experiments to validate the performance of RESQUE.

SourceNorth Carolina State University·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 13, 2025

New findings could lead to better treatment for blood cancer

Researchers developed a computer model to predict which medication works best for each individual patient with CML. The approach has the potential to improve treatment outcomes for patients who previously relied on stem cell transplantation.

SourceNorwegian University of Science and Technology·JournalPNAS Nexus·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 9, 2025
DJI Air 3 (RC-N2)

DJI Air 3 (RC-N2) captures 4K mapping passes and environmental surveys with dual cameras, long flight time, and omnidirectional obstacle sensing.

New AI predicts inner workings of cells

Researchers at Columbia University Irving Medical Center have developed an AI method that can accurately predict the activity of genes within any human cell, revealing the cell's inner mechanisms. The system can also uncover hidden biology of diseased cells and explore the role of genome's 'dark matter' in cancer and other diseases.

SourceColumbia University Irving Medical Center·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 8, 2025

Predicting the progression of autoimmune disease with AI

A new AI model developed by researchers at Penn State College of Medicine can predict the progression of autoimmune disease among those with preclinical symptoms up to 1,000% more accurately. The GPS model integrates data from large genetic studies and electronic health records to identify individuals at high risk of disease progression.

SourcePenn State·JournalNature Communications·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 7, 2025

AI can improve ovarian cancer diagnoses

A new study published in Nature Medicine shows that AI-based models can accurately identify ovarian cancer in ultrasound images, achieving an accuracy rate of 86.3%. The models also reduce the need for expert referrals and misdiagnosis rates by 63% and 18%, respectively.

SourceKarolinska Institutet·JournalNature Medicine·DateJan 2, 2025
Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount

Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount provides precise tracking capacity for deep-sky imaging rigs during long astrophotography sessions.

Seoul National University of Science and Technology researchers propose PV2DOC: A tool to summarize presentation videos into structured documents

Researchers at Seoul National University propose PV2DOC, a software that converts presentation videos into searchable, well-organized PDFs with text summaries and relevant images. The tool enhances video accessibility and reduces storage space, making it easier for users to find specific information.

SourceSeoul National University of Science & Technology·JournalSoftwareX·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateDec 27, 2024

Advancing a trustworthy quantum era: A novel approach to quantum protocol verification

Researchers developed Concurrent Dynamic Quantum Logic (CDQL) to verify quantum protocols with concurrent actions, enhancing expressiveness and speeding up verification. CDQL provides a rigorous framework for verifying both sequential and concurrent models of quantum protocols.

SourceJapan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology·JournalACM Transactions on Software Engineering and Methodology·DateDec 19, 2024

Developing artificial intelligence tools for health care

Researchers developed a new benchmark for health care using reinforcement learning, which shows promise in managing chronic or psychiatric diseases. However, current methods are data-hungry and fail to perform accurately when tested on real-world data.

SourceWeill Cornell Medicine·DateDec 17, 2024

Placenta assessment tool aims to improve neonatal, maternal care

A new tool developed by Penn State researchers uses computer vision and artificial intelligence to analyze placenta images, detecting abnormalities and risks such as neonatal sepsis. The PlacentaCLIP+ model has the potential to transform neonatal and maternal care in low- and high-resource settings.

SourcePenn State·JournalPatterns·DateDec 17, 2024
Meta Quest 3 512GB

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Breaking barriers: Study uses AI to interpret American Sign Language in real-time

Researchers from Florida Atlantic University developed an AI system that accurately detects and tracks American Sign Language alphabet gestures using computer vision. The model achieved a detection process with high accuracy, recognizing complex hand gestures with an F1 score of 99% and mAP of 98%.

SourceFlorida Atlantic University·JournalFranklin Open·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateDec 16, 2024

India could see more than 62.4 million cases of tuberculosis in the two decades to 2040, with scaling-up of existing treatment regimens potentially generating at least US$28 billion in GDP gains

A new study estimates that India will see over 62.4 million cases of tuberculosis in the next two decades, posing a significant burden on the country's health and economy. Scaling up existing treatment regimens could generate at least $28 billion in GDP gains, highlighting the need for increased investment in TB control measures.

SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS Medicine·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateDec 12, 2024

Researchers demonstrate new technique for stealing AI models

A team of researchers has developed a novel technique to steal artificial intelligence (AI) models by monitoring electromagnetic signals. The method allows attackers to recreate the high-level features of an AI model with 99.91% accuracy, potentially undermining intellectual property rights and exposing sensitive data.

SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalIACR Transactions on Cryptographic Hardware and Embedded Systems·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 12, 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.

Technique to forecast where the next big quake will start

Scientists have developed a new technique to study faults, which can improve earthquake forecasts by determining the origins and directions of past rupture events. By analyzing curved scratches left on the fault plane, researchers can pinpoint where earthquakes start and spread, providing valuable insights for modeling future scenarios.

SourceUniversity of California - Riverside·JournalGeology·DateDec 12, 2024

Graz language database improves automatic speech recognition of Austrian German

Researchers at Graz University of Technology developed a new database to improve speech recognition of Austrian German using speech data from 38 speakers. They found that traditional HMM-based systems are more robust for short sentences and dialectal language, while transformer-based models excel with longer sentences and context.

SourceGraz University of Technology·JournalComputer Speech & Language·DateDec 12, 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.

Enabling AI to explain its predictions in plain language

A new system, EXPLINGO, enables AI models to generate readable narratives explaining their predictions, helping users make better decisions. The system, developed by MIT researchers, uses large language models to transform complex explanations into plain language and automatically evaluate their quality.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·DateDec 10, 2024

Making self-driving cars safer, less accident prone

A new AI model developed at the University of Georgia predicts nearby traffic movements and incorporates innovative features for planning safe vehicle movements. This approach helps reduce crashes and near-misses by consolidating two steps: predicting surrounding traffic movements and planning a self-driving car's motion.

SourceUniversity of Georgia·JournalTransportation Research·DateDec 10, 2024

CT radiomics and body composition for predicting hepatic decompensation

A new research paper published in Oncotarget introduces an innovative AI tool combining CT scans and body composition data to predict severe liver problems in primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC) patients. The model achieved impressive results, correctly identifying at-risk patients with 97% accuracy.

SourceImpact Journals LLC·JournalOncotarget·TypeNews article·DateDec 9, 2024

Black-box forgetting: A new method for tailoring large AI models

Researchers at Tokyo University of Science have developed a new method called black-box forgetting, which enables selective removal of unnecessary information from large pre-trained AI models. This approach enhances model efficiency and improves privacy by reducing computational resources and information leakage.

SourceTokyo University of Science·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateDec 9, 2024
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.

Advanced hybrid controller could boost efficiency in biosynthetic production

Researchers develop innovative hybrid control strategy to improve product yields in biosynthetic processes. The new approach combines model-based optimization with in-cell feedback control, outperforming traditional methods and promising reduced costs and environmental impact.

SourceFujita Health University·JournalScientific Reports·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateDec 5, 2024

Welcome Evo, generative AI for the genome

Evo, a generative AI model, uses patterns in microbial genomes to write new genetic code, expanding the length of sequences models can process and improving resolution. Researchers use Evo to understand microbial and viral genomes, fashion new proteins, and reprogram microbes for remarkable tasks.

SourceStanford University·JournalScience·DateDec 4, 2024

Study uses game theory to rethink our pandemic responses

Dartmouth researchers propose a new way of thinking about masking and social distancing rules using game theory, considering them as two distinct actions. The study finds that people respond differently to these measures based on their perception of the disease's severity, trending towards masking or no protective action over time.

SourceDartmouth College·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateDec 4, 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.

FTI-SLAM: federated learning-enhanced thermal-inertial SLAM

Researchers propose FTI-SLAM to maintain system performance while addressing critical privacy and communication concerns. It leverages federated learning, reducing data transmission and improving generalisation capabilities.

SourceELSP·JournalRobot Learning·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateDec 3, 2024

New datasets will train AI models to think like scientists

The Polymathic AI team has released two massive datasets for training artificial intelligence models to find and exploit transferable knowledge between seemingly disparate fields. The datasets include data from dozens of sources, covering astrophysics, biology, acoustics, chemistry, fluid dynamics, and more.

SourceSimons Foundation·DateDec 2, 2024

Stereotypes matter: Computer science needs better role models

A new study reveals that children's awareness of famous computer scientists is dominated by white men, with few women and people from diverse backgrounds represented. The researchers argue that this lack of diversity limits the relevance and usefulness of computer science for underrepresented communities.

SourceUniversity of Reading·JournalOxford Review of Education·TypeSurvey·DateDec 2, 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.

New guidance for ensuring AI safety in clinical care published in JAMA by UTHealth Houston, Baylor College of Medicine researchers

Experts from UTHealth Houston and Baylor College of Medicine developed a pragmatic approach to monitor and manage AI systems in healthcare organizations. The guidance emphasizes the need for robust governance systems, testing processes, and transparency with patients to ensure safe AI adoption.

SourceUniversity of Texas Health Science Center at Houston·JournalJAMA·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateNov 27, 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.

Recipients of prestigious climate modelling prize developed a technique to provide more accurate and detailed climate change predictions

The winning team presented an exascale climate emulator that addresses the growing computational and storage requirements of high-resolution Earth System Models. This innovation enables more advanced climate modeling capabilities, holding significant potential for advancing climate research and policy-making.

SourceAssociation for Computing Machinery·DateNov 21, 2024

The main events: How scenes from life shape consciousness, build memories

A team of researchers led by Jeff Zacks used computer models to analyze over 25 hours of video footage of people performing everyday tasks. They found that the models were most accurate when responding to uncertainty, suggesting a more complex role for prediction errors in human cognition. Additionally, another researcher, Maverick Smi...

SourceWashington University in St. Louis·JournalPNAS Nexus·DateNov 19, 2024

Diagnosing knee abnormalities like an experienced radiologist: A novel deep learning model by HKUST engineering school

A novel deep learning model called Co-Plane Attention Across MRI Sequences (CoPAS) has been developed to assist with classifying 12 common types of knee abnormalities. The model achieved high classification accuracy comparable to that of radiologists, improving diagnostic efficiency and reducing errors.

SourceHong Kong University of Science and Technology·JournalNature Communications·TypeImaging analysis·DateNov 18, 2024

In 10 seconds, an AI model detects cancerous brain tumor often missed during surgery

Researchers developed an AI-powered model called FastGlioma that can detect residual tumor tissue with high accuracy in 10 seconds. The technology outperformed conventional methods, reducing the risk of missed tumors by nearly 75%. This innovation could change the field of neurosurgery and minimize reliance on radiographic imaging.

SourceMichigan Medicine - University of Michigan·JournalNature·TypeObservational study·DateNov 13, 2024
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.