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A new report from Brookings Institution highlights the federal government's growing use of AI, but also notes significant disparities and bottlenecks to widespread adoption. Large agencies lead the way, while smaller agencies struggle with workforce capacity and trust issues.
A recent study reveals that individuals with higher education or income are more aware of and use AI tools, exacerbating social inequalities. The researchers recommend increasing engagement with AI-related topics through outreach campaigns, educational programs, and community workshops to reduce this new digital divide.
The new framework, published in PNAS Nexus, offers guidance for building human-AI teams that are effective, accountable, and aligned with human values. It focuses on reasoning, memory, and attention as core processes that can be distributed across people and AI systems.
New research from West Virginia University finds that judges are adopting generative artificial intelligence in courtrooms, but remain committed to human control over judicial decision-making. Judges use AI for administrative tasks like document summarization and case organization, but prioritize legal reasoning and final judgment.
Researchers at the University of Houston have developed an AI-driven framework to extract and analyze historical flood insurance maps, uncovering significant changes in flood hazard areas. The study reveals that flood risks have expanded in two areas and reduced in one, with critical consequences for resilience and exposure.
A new study reveals that AI systems mimic the structure of human judgment but with a more rigid, rule-based approach. The researchers found biases in AI judgments, especially across demographic traits, highlighting the need for awareness and understanding how these systems 'think'.
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.
A new study proposes a learning architecture that integrates educational philosophy with AI-driven design, aiming to transform assessment into an ongoing process of reflection. The system prioritizes human judgment and interpretation over standardized metrics, enabling educators to build adaptive and interpretable feedback systems.
The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) will host the seventh AI for Good Global Summit from 7 to 10 July 2026 at Geneva’s Palexpo convention centre. The summit aims to guide the future of artificial intelligence and unlock its potential to serve humanity.
The new framework groups stations with similar hydrological behavior, reducing computational cost while maintaining high predictive accuracy. This approach enables scalable, data-efficient AI systems for water level forecasting, supporting flood early-warning systems, optimized reservoir and irrigation management, and improved decision...
A major UK study found that local councils are progressing at varying speeds towards AI adoption, with some councils building robust data foundations and others struggling with legacy systems. The report highlights the importance of leadership ambition, governance discipline, and strategic clarity in determining AI readiness.
Emerging research across conceptual frameworks, biomarker science, digital phenotyping, and artificial intelligence synthesizes a translational pathway toward a more biologically grounded and clinically useful approach to psychiatric diagnosis. The current system falls short due to standardized clinical language and lack of biological ...
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
The University of Ottawa has launched the Ottawa Medical Artificial Intelligence Research Institute (OMARI), a center for research, education, and innovation in medical Artificial Intelligence. Led by Dr. Khaled El Emam, OMARI aims to facilitate cross-cutting collaborations and sharpen the university's competitive edge in AI-driven hea...
A new computational modeling framework uses Type-3 Fuzzy Logic and neural networks to simulate tumor-immune dynamics under uncertainty and chaos. The model generates 'bands of uncertainty' and provides interpretable results, enabling physicians to understand the 'why' behind predictions.
Researchers developed a novel tool, CytoTape, to record temporal cell activities in situ along a flexible intracellular protein fiber. This technology enables scientists to view interactions on a large scale and over long periods of time, breaking through the tradeoff between resolution and scale.
Researchers found that complexity, including ground truth, real-world complexity, and stakeholder involvement, are key factors in reducing AI biases. By accounting for these complexities, developers can create more fair AI models.
As chatbots become more sophisticated, they are likely to generate and spread gossip, leading to reputational damage, shame, and social unrest. Drs. Joel Krueger and Lucy Osler warn that this 'feral' AI gossip can be particularly damaging due to its ability to operate unconstrained by human norms.
The new program focuses on advancing foundational research in AI, including innovation in language models and algorithmic efficiency. Google will support research grants, scholarships for students, and educational initiatives at the TAU Center.
The University of Texas at Dallas has partnered with Tech Mahindra to facilitate collaboration on artificial intelligence (AI) innovation, skill development, and research. The partnership will provide opportunities for students and faculty to advance AI technologies, data science, and cybersecurity.
This book offers a comprehensive exploration of AI-driven analytics in finance, addressing market prediction, fraud detection, and risk assessment. It also discusses AI applications in healthcare and cybersecurity, including disease classification and biometric identification systems.
Researchers examine how genAI affects task structure, worker adoption, and job displacement. The authors suggest genAI will widen the 'cone of automation,' substituting for complex work and infrequent tasks.
The Stowers Institute has appointed its first AI Fellow, Sumner Magruder, to harness the potential of artificial intelligence in biological research. He will collaborate with researchers to design new algorithms and unlock insights from large datasets.
A new AI-based risk assessment tool, GRACE 3.0, has shown better predictability of future risk for heart attack patients compared to traditional methods.
Researchers assessed the effectiveness of a single session with 'Amanda,' a ChatGPT-4o-based chatbot, versus a brief journaling task in addressing non-abusive relationship conflict. The study found that both interventions improved participants' specific relationship problems, overall relationships, and well-being.
A new paper highlights the importance of human historians in capturing emotional complexity behind world events as AI struggles to accurately represent Holocaust survivors' experiences. Historians possess skills that AI lacks, including the ability to capture human suffering and preserve fracture and silence.
A large-scale study found that Green AI significantly improves operational and environmental performance in Pakistani SMEs, but only when leaders invest, and institutions are in place. Adoption works under the right conditions, with perceived ease of use and usefulness driving behavior.
The new book highlights the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) across various domains, including mechatronics, cybersecurity, digital health, and automation. Readers will gain practical insights into AI-based techniques in power systems, social media management, and healthcare diagnostics.
A team of computer scientists created 2,300 original sudoku puzzles and asked AI tools like OpenAI's ChatGPT to solve them. The results showed that while some AI models could solve easy sudokus, most struggled to provide accurate explanations, raising questions about the trustworthiness of AI-generated information.
A new study in Nature Communications found that AI models exhibit a geometric property called convexity, which helps humans form and share concepts. Convexity is also linked to the performance of AI models on specific tasks.
An interdisciplinary team at TU Wien has developed a method that allows for the exact calculation of how reliably a neural network operates within a defined input domain. This enables mathematical guarantees for the safe use of AI in sensitive applications.
A new study published in Frontiers in Robotics and AI explores the use of artificial intelligence to detect live oysters. While the AI model ODYSSEE shows promise, it lags behind humans in accuracy, correctly identifying live oysters at a rate of 63% compared to 74% for expert annotators.
The virtual teaching assistant (VTA) provides personalized feedback to individual students even in large-scale classes. The system, which automatically vectorizes a large volume of course materials and uses them as the basis for answering students' questions, has been shown to significantly reduce the burden on TAs.
Experts Cary Coglianese and Colton Crum argue that management-based regulation, or using
Derek Leben's book 'AI Fairness' offers a philosophical framework to evaluate and mitigate biases in AI algorithms. The author argues that principles like autonomy, equal treatment, and equal impact should guide the design of fair AI systems.
Researchers found that artificial intelligence tools can accurately predict disease for patients with typical symptoms but struggle with those exhibiting atypical symptoms. Human oversight is necessary for high-quality patient-centered care when using AI as an assistive tool.
Researchers at Duke University have developed a new framework called HUMAC that enables robots to collaborate like humans by teaching them Theory of Mind. After just 40 minutes of guidance, robot teams exhibited strong collaborative behaviors and achieved high success rates in simulations and physical tests.
Large Language Models (LLMs) like Mixtral can grade student responses quickly, but often rely on shortcuts and assume students understand topics. Researchers found that LLMs are more accurate when provided with human-made rubrics, which include specific rules for grading. This suggests that AI can be used to streamline grading processe...
A new review advocates for building confidence in AI applications by implementing robust data governance frameworks, enhancing transparency, and involving stakeholders. The authors emphasize the importance of addressing ethical implications and ensuring equitable access to AI-driven innovations in clinical oncology.
This special issue explores AI's applications across various subspecialties, including coronary interventions, structural heart disease, and cardiovascular imaging. It highlights the importance of responsible AI integration and addressing bias in decision support systems.
A new study from the University of South Australia found that most people trust AI in situations where the stakes are low, such as music suggestions. However, those with poor statistical literacy or little familiarity with AI were just as likely to trust algorithms for trivial choices as they were for critical decisions. The study also...
Scientists at the University of Lausanne used AI to simulate the last Alpine glaciation, finding ice covers 35-50% thinner than previous models. The new approach enables unprecedented accuracy and resolution, making it possible to describe complex topography numerically.
A new method has improved AI translation of sign language by adding data on hand and facial expressions, as well as skeletal information. This has led to a significant increase in accuracy, making it easier for people with hearing impairments to communicate.
Robert Johansson's Machine Psychology concept combines adaptive artificial intelligence with psychological learning principles to create a more intelligent AI system. The goal is to implement human-like intelligence in machines, enabling them to learn from experiences and apply knowledge across various situations.
A groundbreaking AI model called NitroFusion creates images in seconds using modest hardware, eliminating the need for large computing resources. The open-source technology enables creative professionals and individuals to produce high-quality images affordably.
Researchers tested 24 MLLMs on Raven's Progressive Matrices, finding that open-source models struggled significantly. However, closed-source models like GPT-4V performed relatively well, suggesting a need for more advanced resources and training data to improve AI's cognitive abilities.
The two-year study aims to explore biases in AI systems and develop a 'human-in-the-loop' framework for quality data discovery. It will investigate how humans can be involved as labelers, prompters, and validators to improve data sets and user interfaces.
UCF's STRONG-AI initiative aims to uplift bright, low-income undergraduate students in pursuing well-rounded AI education through faculty and peer mentorship and scholarship. The program has received over 150 applications and will select 10-15 students annually based on financial aid eligibility and academic success.
A new study on learning has provided insights into the balance between habitual and goal-directed behaviors, with implications for AI development. The research suggests that a balance between these two types of behavior is necessary for efficient and adaptable decision-making in AI systems.
Researchers at Huazhong University have developed a revolutionary method for fast and accurate topology identification in complex dynamical networks. The new approach, FT-TIDCN, leverages finite-time stability theory to identify network topologies swiftly, addressing a common challenge in network science.
A new study highlights the importance of differentiating between formal and functional competence in language learning models. Researchers argue that leveraging human neuroscience insights can help develop more powerful AIs that mimic the brain's modularity, leading to improved performance and natural user interaction.
Researchers found that participants who were initially skeptical or disagreed with climate change or BLM became more supportive after conversing with GPT-3. The chatbot's response styles differed between topics, with more justification for human-caused climate change.
A new app, MindEar, has shown promising results in reducing tinnitus symptoms in just weeks through a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and relaxation exercises. The app is now available for individuals to trial on their smartphones, offering hope for millions affected by tinnitus.
A new study from the University of Ottawa and Copenhagen Business School finds that removing human bias from organizational processes can lead to autonomous systems that create their own environments. This could limit human ability to recognize automation biases, notice environmental shifts, and take action.
A study found that clinicians can be fooled by biased AI models even with provided explanations, leading to serious declines in accuracy. While accurate AI models improved diagnostic decisions for some demographics, biased models worsened decisions for others.
The European Union's AI act could enable AI to access our subconscious minds, potentially leading to manipulation. According to Ignasi Beltran de Heredia, only 5% of brain activity is conscious, and the remaining 95% operates subconsciously, making it difficult for us to control or even be aware of.
A Lancaster University academic argues that AI and algorithms contribute to polarization, radicalism, and political violence, posing a threat to national security. The paper examines how AI has been securitized throughout its history, highlighting the need for better understanding and management of its risks.
Researchers found that participants preferred 60-70 options from ChatGPT, citing high perceived accuracy and increased intent to purchase. This contradicts traditional choice overload theories, highlighting the impact of personalized recommendations on consumer decision-making.
Biased AI can limit climate predictions and misguide governments due to missing information from under-represented communities. Human-in-the-loop design can fill these 'data holes' by offering a sense check on used data and context.