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Are you addicted to your AI chatbot? It might be by design

Researchers identified three main patterns of AI addiction: role-playing and fantasy worlds, emotional attachment to chatbots as close friends or partners, and constant information-seeking. These patterns led to disruptions in daily life, including anxiety, stress, and negative impacts on work, studies, and relationships.

SourceUniversity of British Columbia·DateApr 27, 2026

SmartDJ lets users reshape audio experiences with simple words

Researchers have developed SmartDJ, an AI-powered editor that allows users to reshape audio experiences with simple words. The system uses language models and diffusion models to interpret high-level requests and generate edited outputs.

SourceUniversity of Pennsylvania School of Engineering and Applied Science·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 24, 2026
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.

Can we stop ChatGPT from spreading bias?

A recent study by AI researcher Oskar van der Wal found that language models like ChatGPT can absorb biases around gender and ethnicity, which are then embedded in the model. To detect and remove these biases, new measurements are needed.

SourceUniversiteit van Amsterdam·DateApr 22, 2026
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

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

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.

Can artificial intelligence match medical interview assessments by clinicians?

Researchers from Juntendo University found that AI-based assessment of medical interview transcripts is comparable to clinicians' scores while reducing evaluation time. The study demonstrated strong agreement between AI and human evaluations, with AI showing greater consistency across repeated assessments. This suggests a potential 'AI...

SourceJuntendo University Research Promotion Center·JournalJMIR Medical Education·TypeObservational study·DateApr 14, 2026

Teens are becoming concerned about their attachment to AI chatbots

A Drexel University study found that teens are concerned about their attachment to AI chatbots, using them for emotional support and entertainment. The study suggests that these interactions can evolve into addiction-like behavior, affecting their lives offline.

SourceDrexel University·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateApr 13, 2026

Widespread AI use narrows society’s creative space

New research from Duke University finds that commercial large language models (LLMs) are less creative and generate more similar responses than humans. The study challenges these models with three standard tests assessing creativity and finds that their outputs are more alike, highlighting the need for human diversity in brainstorming

SourceDuke University·JournalPNAS Nexus·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 13, 2026
Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter

Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter measures wind, temperature, and humidity in real time for site assessments, aviation checks, and safety briefings.

AI remains lacking in clinical reasoning abilities, according to study of 21 large language models

A study of 21 large language models found that they excel at accurate final diagnoses but falter at differential diagnoses, highlighting the need for human oversight in healthcare. The researchers developed a novel measure, PrIME-LLM, to evaluate AI's clinical competency across different stages of reasoning.

SourceMass General Brigham·JournalJAMA Network Open·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 13, 2026

Research uses AI to examine social exchanges and interactions

A new study analyzed thousands of textual descriptions of two-person social interactions using generative AI, resulting in a comprehensive taxonomy of categories. The findings provide a data-driven framework for understanding the structure of social situations, including associations with conflict, power, and duty.

SourceCarnegie Mellon University·JournalPsychological Science·DateApr 13, 2026

Penn researchers use AI to surface unreported GLP-1 side effects in Reddit posts

Researchers identified patient-reported symptoms associated with GLP-1s, including menstrual changes, fatigue, and temperature-related complaints, that may not be fully captured in clinical trials or drug labeling. Nearly 4% of Reddit users reported reproductive symptoms, and fatigue was the second most common complaint.

SourceUniversity of Pennsylvania School of Engineering and Applied Science·JournalNature Health·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateApr 10, 2026
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.

Insilico Medicine nominates ISM6200, a potential best-in-class selective NR3C1 inhibitor for ovarian cancer, Cushing’s Syndrome, hypercortisolism-associated obesity and glaucoma

ISM6200 is a potent, potentially best-in-class preclinical candidate targeting NR3C1 for the treatment of ovarian cancer, Hypercortisolism (Cushing’s Syndrome), and other disorders related to excess cortisol. The molecule demonstrates low DDI risks and higher in vivo efficacy across multiple animal models.

SourceInSilico Medicine·DateApr 8, 2026

Alliance marks Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Awareness Week

The Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology is enrolling adolescent and young adult cancer patients in various trials, including genetic services and treatment studies. These trials aim to address longstanding gaps in care and improve outcomes for AYAs with cancer.

SourceAlliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology·DateApr 6, 2026

NTU Singapore empowers students to thrive in the AI economy

NTU Singapore aims to integrate AI into 40% of its undergraduate courses by 2030. Half will use personalized learning, while the other half will teach students how to build and deploy AI agents. Students will have access to Google's premium AI tools and computing credits to create their own agents.

SourceNanyang Technological University·DateApr 6, 2026
Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm)

Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm) tracks health metrics and safety alerts during long observing sessions, fieldwork, and remote expeditions.

ACM AI Letters journal publishes first issue

The Association for Computing Machinery has published its inaugural issue of ACM AI Letters, a premier venue for rapid and timely AI research. The journal aims to bridge the gap between traditional conferences and journals, featuring short, peer-reviewed contributions that accelerate knowledge dissemination across academia and industry.

SourceAssociation for Computing Machinery·DateApr 2, 2026

Artificial intelligence could transform patient education in eye care, new research shows

A new AI chatbot helps patients access retinal detachment advice through personalized, real-time, clinically grounded conversations. The system outperformed leading large language models and includes accessibility features for people with low vision or limited English proficiency.

SourceUniversity of East London·JournalJournal of Artificial Intelligence and Robotics·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 1, 2026
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.

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 framework addresses privacy, dignity risks posed by modern ai systems

Researchers introduce the capabilities approach-contextual integrity (CA-CI) framework to address privacy and dignity risks in AI systems. The framework evaluates normative appropriateness of AI systems beyond narrow tasks and stable contexts, securing social life and human dignity.

SourceCarnegie Mellon University·JournalIEEE Security & Privacy·DateMar 24, 2026

Generative AI-powered forecasting for sustainable urban development

A new generative AI framework predicts future urban layouts considering multiple factors. The Memory-aware Multi-Conditional generation Network (MMCN) offers a novel approach to modeling complex urban evolution, providing a powerful tool for sustainable urban development.

SourceJapan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology·JournalSustainable Cities and Society·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 24, 2026

Researchers pioneer new technique to stop LLMs from giving users unsafe responses

Researchers at North Carolina State University have identified key components in large language models that ensure safe responses to user queries. They've developed a new technique to improve LLM safety while minimizing the alignment tax, which allows AI systems to provide safe responses without affecting performance.

SourceNorth Carolina State University·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 23, 2026

Can a specialized AI model steer doctors toward the right scan?

A specialized AI model, AMIR-GPT, has been developed to improve radiology guideline alignment, outperforming general purpose models in 33.3% of test responses. However, the model's performance varied across performance bands, and qualitative review revealed limitations, such as omissions and deviations from standard recommendations.

SourceIntelligent Medicine·JournalIntelligent Medicine·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 17, 2026
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.

How AI-generated images are detected: advances, benchmarks and open challenges

The study provides a systematic overview of AI-generated image detection, categorizing existing methods across multiple dimensions and evaluating their performance in a unified framework. Key challenges include constructing large-scale unbiased datasets, improving robustness, and increasing interpretability of detection outcomes.

SourceBeijing Zhongke Journal Publising Co. Ltd.·JournalJournal of Image and Graphics·DateMar 12, 2026
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.

Nearly half of UK adults happy to use ChatGPT as a counsellor, study finds

A new study suggests that over 40% of UK adults are happy to use ChatGPT for mental health support due to long waiting times for traditional services. However, experts caution that AI should not replace human healthcare professionals and raise concerns about the potential impact on education and physical health.

SourceBournemouth University·JournalAI & Society·TypeSurvey·DateMar 5, 2026
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 slop” hurts consumers and creators. But high-quality AI could help both.

A new study explores the market effects of unleashing generative AI on creative endeavors, finding that low-quality 'AI slop' harms consumers and professionals. High-quality AI, however, can enhance professional work while providing consumers with better content options.

SourceUniversity of Florida·JournalJournal of Marketing Research·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 4, 2026

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia researchers emphasize benefits and risks of generative AI at different stages of childhood development

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia researchers highlight the need for parents and pediatricians to understand generative AI's potential benefits and risks for children of different ages. Early childhood (0-5 years) requires close supervision, while middle childhood (6-11 years) and adolescence (12+ years) require critical thinking ski...

SourceChildren's Hospital of Philadelphia·JournalPEDIATRICS·TypeSystematic review·DateMar 4, 2026

Machines spot deepfake pictures better than humans, but people outperform AI in detecting deepfake videos

A recent study found that AI programs are up to 97% accurate at detecting pictures of deepfake faces, but performed at chance levels when it comes to detecting deepfake videos. Humans correctly identified real and fake videos about two-thirds of the time, picking up on subtle inconsistencies in movement and facial expressions. The stud...

SourceUniversity of Florida·JournalCognitive Research Principles and Implications·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 4, 2026

Insilico and TaiGen achieve milestone in collaboration: Out-licensed CKD anemia candidate ISM4808 completes first human enrollment and dosing in Phase I clinical trial

ISM4808, a PHD inhibitor for chronic kidney disease-related anemia, has achieved its first milestone with successful completion of the Phase I clinical trial. The treatment stimulates endogenous erythropoietin production and improves iron utilization, offering improved efficiency and safety compared to existing treatments.

SourceInSilico Medicine·DateMar 4, 2026
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.

Don’t Panic: ‘Humanity’s Last Exam’ has begun

A global consortium created an exam with 2,500 questions spanning multiple subjects to assess AI capabilities. Current AI models consistently fail the exam, highlighting gaps in their understanding. The project aims to provide a long-term benchmark for evaluating advanced AI systems and demonstrate the importance of human expertise

SourceTexas A&M University·JournalNature·DateFeb 25, 2026

Research identifies blind spots in AI medical triage

A recent study has found that ChatGPT Health may fail to direct users appropriately to emergency care in serious cases, and its suicide-crisis safeguards are also concerning. The tool under-triaged more than half of cases that physicians determined required emergency care, highlighting the need for caution when relying on AI guidance.

SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·JournalNature Medicine·DateFeb 24, 2026
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.

World-first safety guide for public use of AI health chatbots

Researchers have developed a definitive guide to safely navigating health information on AI-powered chatbots, addressing the risk of 'hallucinated' or factually incorrect advice. The Health Chatbot Users’ Guide focuses on harm reduction and maximises benefits to users, offering a pragmatic and neutral approach.

SourceUniversity of Birmingham·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateFeb 23, 2026

Max Planck spin-off draws Epic Games to Tübingen

Epic Games has acquired Meshcapade, a Max Planck startup that develops solutions for creating and animating digital humans. The technology, based on the SMPL body model, enables realistic human movement and expression in 3D.

SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 20, 2026

Most AI bots lack basic safety disclosures, study finds

A new study by the University of Cambridge found that many AI bots lack basic safety disclosures, including transparency about their abilities and potential risks. The 'AI Agent Index' revealed a significant transparency gap, with only four out of thirty agents publishing formal safety and evaluation documents.

SourceUniversity of Cambridge·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateFeb 19, 2026
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.

Reminding people they’re talking to chatbots may be ineffective or even harmful, researchers say

Researchers argue that mandated reminders about a chatbot's non-human nature may exacerbate mental distress and form stronger attachments. The warnings come after recent deaths by suicide linked to chatbots like ChatGPT and Character.AI, highlighting the need for careful crafting and timing of these reminders.

SourceCell Press·JournalTrends in Cognitive Sciences·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateFeb 18, 2026