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Making virtual brain models more biologically realistic

Researchers have developed a new mean-field model that incorporates ion exchange mechanisms, allowing for more realistic simulations of brain activity. This model can capture the complex interactions between neurons and their surroundings, which are crucial for understanding neurological disorders such as epilepsy.

SourceEBRAINS·JournaleLife·DateOct 27, 2026

Smithsonian scientists create most detailed simulation yet of the early universe

Researchers at the Center for Astrophysics | Harvard & Smithsonian have developed Lumina, the largest and most detailed simulation ever created of the early universe. The simulation recreates how ordinary matter, dark matter and radiation interacted during the universe's first 2 billion years, giving scientists a powerful new tool ...

SourceSmithsonian·JournalMonthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateOct 25, 2026

Chen’s NSF CAREER Award supports UVA Engineering artificial intelligence research to better forecast infectious disease epidemics

UVA Engineering AI researcher Chen Chen is developing trustworthy AI systems to forecast infectious disease epidemics, combining multiple data sources like reported cases, wastewater surveillance, and human travel data. Her approach aims to predict where diseases will spread and help public health officials respond effectively.

The right timing of treatment keeps resistant cells in check

A new study from the Max Planck Institute for the Science of Light reveals that physical processes in growing tumors and microbial biofilms play a crucial role in determining the optimal timing of treatment cycles. The researchers used a 'Real-To-Sim-To-Real' approach, combining microbial model systems and computer simulations, to show...

SourceMax Planck Institute for the Science of Light·JournalNature Ecology & Evolution·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 28, 2026

AI as a tool in flavor research

Researchers developed an AI-based method to predict bitterness of peptides, enabling de novo design of bitter peptides for improved flavor control. The method used a combination of a protein language model and an artificial neural network to analyze structural data, resulting in the identification of new bitter-tasting peptides.

SourceLeibniz-Institut für Lebensmittel-Systembiologie an der TU München·Journalnpj Science of Food·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 22, 2026

Training Australia’s next line of cyber defence

A new partnership will provide access to a constantly evolving training environment, enabling the development of practical cyber skills and strengthening connections between education, research, industry, and defence. The partnership aims to build Australia's sovereign cyber capability and ensure resilience in the face of evolving cybe...

3D-printed rock avalanche

Researchers at ETH Zurich have created a 3D-printed model of a rock avalanche to study the movement of mixtures of water, ice, and rock. The model, which is 1:577 in scale, was used to test various scenarios and measure parameters such as depth of runoff and impact dynamics.

SourceETH Zurich·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 8, 2026

New AI model combines physics and observations to reconstruct the history of the earth's mantle

Researchers developed an AI model combining physics and observations to reconstruct the Earth's mantle history. The model accurately recreated past temperatures and deep-mantle flow with high accuracy, indicating that combining complementary geophysical information is essential for recovering realistic mantle convection histories.

SourceUniversity of Tsukuba·JournalJournal of Geophysical Research Machine Learning and Computation·DateAug 20, 2026

New computer graphics research: From volcanic lava to robot vacuum room exploration

Researchers at ISTA develop two modeling approaches to represent extremely deformable surfaces more realistically while cutting computational costs. They take inspiration from natural systems like volcanic lava and cake batter to create a wave-based approach, which tackles long-standing graphics problems from a new angle.

SourceInstitute of Science and Technology Austria·JournalACM Transactions on Graphics·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJul 22, 2026

KAIST opens a new era of Webtoons: From “viewing” to “experiencing”

A KAIST research team developed an XR comics platform, ComiXR, that enables users to read and create comics in immersive environments. The platform demonstrated increased immersion when comic elements were positioned at different depths and incorporated sensory experiences such as facial expression tracking.

SourceThe Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJul 20, 2026

On the trail of the missing hydrogen atoms

A scientific team has developed an AI-powered approach to solve a practical problem in materials science by locating missing atomic positions in otherwise known structures. By using an adapted open-source model called XtalPaint, researchers can reconstruct accurate crystal representations with a success rate of 97%.

SourcePaul Scherrer Institute·Journalnpj Computational Materials·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJun 11, 2026

Scientists uncover DNA’s hidden defence against UV radiation

Researchers discovered that DNA uses multiple ultrafast relaxation pathways involving moving electrons and protons to dissipate energy within femtoseconds, making it remarkably photostable. This complex network of competing processes enhances DNA's ability to safely drain away harmful UV energy before damage can spread.

SourceUniversity of Surrey·JournalThe Journal of Physical Chemistry Letters·DateMay 26, 2026

UC San Diego researchers launch free ‘digital twin’ for end-to-end testing of applications over wireless networks

The UC San Diego team developed an open-source digital twin platform called Tiny-Twin, which enables fast and realistic testing of applications over wireless networks. The platform allows researchers to test complete applications, such as video streaming, without needing specialized hardware or proprietary data.

SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMay 12, 2026

Understanding how oxygen is delivered to tissues at the microscopic level

Researchers at Kyushu University developed a new mathematical model that simulates oxygen transport by red blood cells through tiny blood vessels and their delivery to surrounding tissues. The findings show that RBCs can naturally adjust the amount of oxygen released based on local requirements.

SourceKyushu University·JournalInternational Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 28, 2026

Why dolphins swim so fast: the secrets of eddies

A team of researchers from The University of Osaka used supercomputer simulations to study how vortices generated by dolphin kicks power fast swimming. They found that large, powerful vortices created by the movement of the dolphin's tail are responsible for most of the propulsion, while smaller ones contribute little to forward motion.

SourceThe University of Osaka·JournalPhysical Review Fluids·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateApr 27, 2026

The importance of data for crowd safety in public spaces

Researchers propose new method to capture complex human movement in public spaces, addressing limitations of traditional approaches. By standardizing data measurement, they aim to improve crowd safety predictions and design safer spaces.

SourceSissa Medialab·JournalJournal of Statistical Mechanics Theory and Experiment·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 15, 2026

Smart cable sharing gives quantum computers a big boost

Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology have demonstrated that several qubits can share the same cable without significantly increasing computation time. This breakthrough technique could enable large-scale quantum computers with thousands of well-functioning qubits, revolutionizing fields like drug development and logistics.

SourceChalmers University of Technology·JournalPRX Quantum·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 14, 2026

Computational “time machine” shows solar and wind on track for 2°C target but not for 1.5°C

A new computational model developed by researchers at Chalmers University of Technology shows that onshore wind is likely to supply around 25% of global electricity by 2050 and solar reaching about 20%, aligning with the 2°C target. However, this falls short of what is required for a 1.5°C goal.

SourceChalmers University of Technology·JournalNature Energy·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 14, 2026

Scientists develop ultra‑robust machine‑learning models capable of stable molecular simulations at extreme temperatures

Researchers have created a new AI model that can simulate molecules under extreme conditions, allowing for reliable discoveries in fields like drug development and sustainable chemistry. The model's stability opens up new opportunities for simulations in areas where long-term accuracy is essential.

SourceUniversity of Manchester·JournalCommunications Chemistry·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 31, 2026

How the brain charts emotion in a map-like way

A new study reveals that the hippocampus represents emotion concepts in a structured hierarchy of pleasantness and bodily reaction, while the ventromedial prefrontal cortex tracks relationships between these nodes. This map-like representation may help in the treatment of mental illnesses, such as depression and anxiety.

SourceEmory University·JournalNature Communications·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 10, 2026

New AI model can assist with early warning for coral bleaching risk

A new AI model can predict moderate heat stress on Florida reefs up to six weeks ahead of time. The model is accurate within one week and provides site-specific predictions, helping coral scientists and restoration practitioners with local reef management and emergency response planning.

SourceUniversity of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science·JournalEnvironmental Research Communications·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateFeb 2, 2026

Breakthrough in development of reliable satellite-based positioning for dense urban areas

Researchers have developed a GNSS-only method that consistently outperforms existing methods in dense urban areas, enabling safer and more reliable autonomous navigation. The approach uses a probabilistic framework to estimate position without relying on carrier-phase integer ambiguity resolution.

SourceMeijo University·JournalIEEE Robotics and Automation Letters·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 22, 2026

Location, location, location: Model IDs best spots for offshore energy projects

Researchers developed a portfolio optimization framework to maximize offshore energy production by identifying optimal locations for wind turbines and marine hydrokinetic technologies. The study found that combining these technologies in suitable locations can significantly reduce costs and increase energy stability.

SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalEnergy·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 5, 2026

Environmental variability and migration promote the evolution of cooperation among humans: A simulation-based analysis

This study investigates how environmental variability and human migration influence the evolution of cooperation among humans. Simulation results reveal that cooperation is more likely to evolve when these factors are sufficiently high, hindering non-cooperative groups and encouraging cooperative groups.

SourceUniversity of Tsukuba·JournalChaos Solitons & Fractals·DateDec 11, 2025