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Life Sciences

Comprehensive exploration of living organisms, biological systems, and life processes across all scales from molecules to ecosystems. Encompasses cutting-edge research in biology, genetics, molecular biology, ecology, biochemistry, microbiology, botany, zoology, evolutionary biology, genomics, and biotechnology. Investigates cellular mechanisms, organism development, genetic inheritance, biodiversity conservation, metabolic processes, protein synthesis, DNA sequencing, CRISPR gene editing, stem cell research, and the fundamental principles governing all forms of life on Earth.

447,757 articles | 2542 topics

Health and Medicine

Comprehensive medical research, clinical studies, and healthcare sciences focused on disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Encompasses clinical medicine, public health, pharmacology, epidemiology, medical specialties, disease mechanisms, therapeutic interventions, healthcare innovation, precision medicine, telemedicine, medical devices, drug development, clinical trials, patient care, mental health, nutrition science, health policy, and the application of medical science to improve human health, wellbeing, and quality of life across diverse populations.

431,843 articles | 751 topics

Social Sciences

Comprehensive investigation of human society, behavior, relationships, and social structures through systematic research and analysis. Encompasses psychology, sociology, anthropology, economics, political science, linguistics, education, demography, communications, and social research methodologies. Examines human cognition, social interactions, cultural phenomena, economic systems, political institutions, language and communication, educational processes, population dynamics, and the complex social, cultural, economic, and political forces shaping human societies, communities, and civilizations throughout history and across the contemporary world.

260,756 articles | 745 topics

Physical Sciences

Fundamental study of the non-living natural world, matter, energy, and physical phenomena governing the universe. Encompasses physics, chemistry, earth sciences, atmospheric sciences, oceanography, materials science, and the investigation of physical laws, chemical reactions, geological processes, climate systems, and planetary dynamics. Explores everything from subatomic particles and quantum mechanics to planetary systems and cosmic phenomena, including energy transformations, molecular interactions, elemental properties, weather patterns, tectonic activity, and the fundamental forces and principles underlying the physical nature of reality.

257,913 articles | 1552 topics

Applied Sciences and Engineering

Practical application of scientific knowledge and engineering principles to solve real-world problems and develop innovative technologies. Encompasses all engineering disciplines, technology development, computer science, artificial intelligence, environmental sciences, agriculture, materials applications, energy systems, and industrial innovation. Bridges theoretical research with tangible solutions for infrastructure, manufacturing, computing, communications, transportation, construction, sustainable development, and emerging technologies that advance human capabilities, improve quality of life, and address societal challenges through scientific innovation and technological progress.

225,386 articles | 998 topics

Scientific Community

Study of the practice, culture, infrastructure, and social dimensions of science itself. Addresses how science is conducted, organized, communicated, and integrated into society. Encompasses research funding mechanisms, scientific publishing systems, peer review processes, academic ethics, science policy, research institutions, scientific collaboration networks, science education, career development, research programs, scientific methods, science communication, and the sociology of scientific discovery. Examines the human, institutional, and cultural aspects of scientific enterprise, knowledge production, and the translation of research into societal benefit.

193,043 articles | 157 topics

Space Sciences

Comprehensive study of the universe beyond Earth, encompassing celestial objects, cosmic phenomena, and space exploration. Includes astronomy, astrophysics, planetary science, cosmology, space physics, astrobiology, and space technology. Investigates stars, galaxies, planets, moons, asteroids, comets, black holes, nebulae, exoplanets, dark matter, dark energy, cosmic microwave background, stellar evolution, planetary formation, space weather, solar system dynamics, the search for extraterrestrial life, and humanity's efforts to explore, understand, and unlock the mysteries of the cosmos through observation, theory, and space missions.

29,662 articles | 175 topics

Research Methods

Comprehensive examination of tools, techniques, methodologies, and approaches used across scientific disciplines to conduct research, collect data, and analyze results. Encompasses experimental procedures, analytical methods, measurement techniques, instrumentation, imaging technologies, spectroscopic methods, laboratory protocols, observational studies, statistical analysis, computational methods, data visualization, quality control, and methodological innovations. Addresses the practical techniques and theoretical frameworks enabling scientists to investigate phenomena, test hypotheses, gather evidence, ensure reproducibility, and generate reliable knowledge through systematic, rigorous investigation across all areas of scientific inquiry.

21,889 articles | 139 topics

Mathematics

Study of abstract structures, patterns, quantities, relationships, and logical reasoning through pure and applied mathematical disciplines. Encompasses algebra, calculus, geometry, topology, number theory, analysis, discrete mathematics, mathematical logic, set theory, probability, statistics, and computational mathematics. Investigates mathematical structures, theorems, proofs, algorithms, functions, equations, and the rigorous logical frameworks underlying quantitative reasoning. Provides the foundational language and tools for all scientific fields, enabling precise description of natural phenomena, modeling of complex systems, and the development of technologies across physics, engineering, computer science, economics, and all quantitative sciences.

3,023 articles | 113 topics

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How parents and kids really feel about AI-generated images in children’s books

A new study found that while parents are willing to accept AI-generated images in children's stories with certain conditions, they raise concerns about errors in illustrations that might encourage unsafe behavior or lack real-world accuracy. Parents prefer clear notification on the cover of the story if AI was used to create images.

People mirror AI systems’ hiring biases, study finds

A new study by University of Washington researchers found that people tend to mirror AI systems' hiring biases when making decisions, even when the bias is not obvious. The study involved 528 participants who reviewed resumes and picked candidates for jobs, with some AI recommendations biased towards certain races.

AI can deliver personalized learning at scale, study shows

A Dartmouth study finds that AI-powered chatbots can deliver personalized learning to large numbers of students. The researchers created an AI teaching assistant called NeuroBot TA that provides around-the-clock individualized support for students, which they found to be more trusted than general chatbots.

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AI evaluates texts without bias—until source is revealed

Researchers found that large language models exhibit systematic biases when evaluating texts, but only when the source or author is revealed. The studies showed a high level of agreement among models when no information was provided, but decreased agreement and even bias emerged when fictional sources were used.

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AI use makes us overestimate our cognitive performance

A study by Aalto University reveals that people who use AI for logical reasoning tasks tend to overestimate their performance, even if they are not good at it. The researchers found that users who considered themselves more AI literate actually assumed their abilities were greater than they really were.

Generative AI can help athletes avoid injuries

Researchers developed a generative AI model, BIGE, to generate optimal motions for athletes to avoid injuries and aid in rehabilitation. The model can produce realistic videos of motions that athletes can mimic during training or execute while injured.

Strength of gender biases in AI images varies across languages

A study found that AI image generators reproduce and amplify gender biases in different languages, with varying degrees of impact. The results showed that direct prompts using the generic masculine produced the strongest biases, while explicitly feminine prompts showed almost exclusively women.

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“Virtual scientists” could soon unlock new frontiers of research

Engineers at Duke University have constructed an 'agentic system' of AI bots that can solve complex design problems nearly as well as a fully trained scientist. The researchers created large language model (LLM) AI agents to complete all the legwork, allowing them to automate straightforward but niche design problems.

Why ChatGPT is bad at imitating people

Recent research found that large language models are not yet able to consistently fool humans in conversations. They struggle with using discourse markers, opening and closing features, and subtle imitations. Despite rapid development, key differences between human and artificial conversations will likely remain.

Large language models prioritize helpfulness over accuracy in medical contexts

Researchers used five advanced LLMs to assess their logical reasoning capabilities and found that they consistently complied with requests for false medical information. Targeted training and fine-tuning improved LLMs' abilities to respond to illogical prompts accurately, but challenges remain in aligning models to every type of user.

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Most users cannot identify AI bias, even in training data

A recent study found that most users cannot identify AI bias in training data, unless it affects their own group. Researchers created 12 versions of a prototype AI system to detect facial expressions and tested how users might detect bias in different scenarios.

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Generative art enhances virtual shopping experience

A study by Cornell University researcher So-Yeon Yoon found that generative art can positively impact consumer behavior in virtual stores, with greater effects on mass-market shoppers. The research suggests that dynamic generative art may be more effective than static art in enhancing perceptions of exclusivity and aesthetic pleasure.

Illinois Chat is launched for campus community

The platform allows users to create personalized LLM-based chatbots, serving as a 24/7 teaching assistant or scraping campus websites to find needed resources. Illinois Chat has already been utilized in various departments and research groups, providing valuable feedback to make it more practical.

Can AI persuade you to go vegan—or harm yourself?

Large language models like ChatGPT are more persuasive than humans, especially when convincing people to adopt veganism or attend graduate school. The AI's ability to provide concrete logistical support and use authority-boosting vocabulary contributes to its persuasiveness.

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Exploring a novel approach for improving generative AI models

Researchers at Institute of Science Tokyo developed a new framework for generative diffusion models by reinterpreting Schrödinger bridge models as variational autoencoders. This approach reduces computational costs and prevents overfitting, enabling more efficient generative AI models with broad applicability.

Adding a lookup step makes AI better at assigning medical diagnosis codes

A new study from Mount Sinai Health System suggests that a simple tweak to how AI assigns diagnostic codes can improve accuracy and even surpass physician performance. By allowing the model to reflect and review similar past cases, researchers found better results in reducing time spent on paperwork and billing errors.

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How could AI help (and hurt) forestry?

Forestry professionals express concerns about AI's impact on land-management decisions and policy, citing 'black box' problems and data quality issues. However, they see potential for AI to support tasks like data analysis and task automation.

AI-generated voices now indistinguishable from real human voices

A new study reveals that AI voice technology has reached a stage where it can create 'voice clones' that sound just as realistic as human recordings. The study found that both types of AI-generated voices were evaluated as more dominant than human voices and some were also perceived as more trustworthy.

FAU engineers develop smarter AI to redefine control in complex systems

Researchers at FAU have developed a smarter AI framework that can manage complex systems with unequal levels of authority and adapt to imperfect information. The framework, based on reinforcement learning and game theory, reduces unnecessary computation while maintaining system stability and optimal strategy outcomes.

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Holocaust testimony is AI litmus test, and it fails

A Cornell historian warns that AI's inability to capture the emotional and moral complexity behind witness testimony risks reshaping how history is recorded. Human historians possess irreplaceable abilities in recognizing and conveying human suffering, particularly in preserving fracture, silence, and ethical weight.

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When the wireless data runs dry

Researchers developed a novel framework to qualitatively evaluate the quality of synthetic wireless data, improving AI model training with 4.3% performance gain. The framework assesses affinity and diversity in wireless signals, essential qualities for effective training.

OpenAI, DeepSeek, and Google vary widely in identifying hate speech

A recent study found dramatic differences in how large language models classify hate speech, with significant variations for specific demographic groups. The analysis of seven models revealed that content moderation systems have inconsistent detection accuracy, which can erode trust and create perceptions of bias.

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

UC Irvine poll: Californians support stricter tech regulations for children

A new poll of California adults reveals overwhelming bipartisan support for stricter digital technology regulations, with 82% backing the Phone-Free Schools Act. Support for school smartphone restrictions and social media age limits is driven by concerns about classroom distractions, excessive tech use, and mental health.

New light-based chip boosts power efficiency of AI tasks 100 fold

Researchers have developed a new light-based chip that cuts power consumption for image recognition tasks by up to 100 times, using lasers and microscopic lenses fabricated onto circuit boards. This breakthrough enables faster performance and potentially strain-free AI systems.

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UCR researchers fortify AI against rogue rewiring

Researchers at UCR have developed a method to preserve AI safeguards in open-source models by retraining internal structure to detect and block dangerous prompts. The approach avoids external filters or software patches, instead changing the model's fundamental understanding of risky content.

Google.org backs the Wits MIND Institute with US$1M boost

The Wits MIND Institute has received a $1 million boost from Google.org, enabling it to drive next-generation breakthroughs in natural and artificial intelligence. The partnership aims to advance the scientific understanding of both natural and artificial intelligence, foster breakthrough research and technological innovation.