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MU researchers develop more accurate Twitter analysis tools
Researchers at the University of Missouri have developed a software program that analyzes event-based tweets and measures context, providing qualitative information about tweets. The program helps Twitter analysts gain better insight into human behavior during trends and events.
TUM researchers develop defense against cyberattacks
Researchers at TUM developed TCP Stealth, a free software that inhibits identification of systems through Hacienda and similar cyberattack software. The software uses secret tokens to protect against remote control of servers worldwide.
Wiki ranking
Researchers develop AI-powered system to score Wikipedia entries based on quality, outperforming human users. The algorithm uses Bayesian statistics and multivariate Gaussian distribution modeling to analyze content and rank articles accordingly.
Scientists developed new technology for the diagnosis of cancer cells
Researchers developed software to identify cancer cells in tissue sections and detect specific biomarkers. The tool reduces inter-observer variability, leading to more accurate diagnoses and suitable treatment options.
Recent progress in whole-lifecycle software architecture modeling
Researchers propose an architecture-centric method, ABC, to unify software development phases and control high-level structural complexity. The method realizes consistent, flexible, and systematic modeling and control of software complexity across the whole lifecycle.
Guarding against 'Carmageddon' cyberattacks
Researchers at Vanderbilt University are developing tools to identify and counter cyber attacks on smart transportation systems, which could mitigate the impact of a potential 'Carmageddon' attack. The goal is to create algorithms that can automatically detect intrusions and take effective steps to counteract them.
New proactive approach unveiled to malware in networked computers and data
Researchers from Virginia Tech have developed a new security approach that detects stealthy malware in advance. By analyzing causal relations among computer network events, the system can effectively isolate infected hosts and prevent attacks.
Mass number-crunching may help crack Alzheimer's disease code
Researchers are working on finding elusive answers about Alzheimer's disease development. By leveraging computers and harnessing idle capacity, the project aims to accelerate research and uncover clues that could lead to a cure.
A lab in your pocket
Researchers at Michigan Technological University have developed software to design lab-on-a-chip hardware, enabling the simultaneous testing of dozens of medical conditions with a single drop of blood. The technology could revolutionize medical diagnostics by providing fast and accurate results miles from the nearest clinic.
Automated CT dose-tracking software effectively monitors dosage in a clinical setting
Research conducted at Massachusetts General Hospital found that iterative reconstruction techniques enabled a 50% reduction in radiation dose for abdominal CT exams. This technology simplifies quality and safety assurance in busy practices with diverse CT equipment and remote scanner locations.
Study: Game developers say success hinges on more than just programming skills
A study by North Carolina State University and Microsoft Research found that game developers value communication, teamwork, and creative skills. The research highlights the importance of including non-programmers in computer science projects and developing interpersonal communication skills.
Airport security-style technology could help doctors decide on stroke treatment
Researchers develop software to identify patients at risk of bleeding from stroke treatment, which could help doctors make more accurate assessments and treat more patients. The program uses pattern recognition software similar to airport security to analyze brain scans and predict the likelihood of bleeding with high accuracy.
Study: People pay more attention to the upper half of field of vision
Researchers found that people are 7% better at finding targets in the upper half of the screen compared to the lower half. This discovery could improve safety-related technologies like traffic signs and website user interfaces.
Prêt-à-fabriquer: Real-time simulation of textiles
Researchers at Fraunhofer IGD have developed a real-time simulation software that allows designers to create clothes in seconds, incorporating changes quickly and frequently. The technology is set to revolutionize the fashion industry by making virtualization a precondition for clothing production of tomorrow.
Bioscientists develop 'grammar' to design useful synthetic living systems
Researchers at Virginia Tech and MIT have developed a computer-aided design tool called GenoCAD to create genetic languages for designing biological systems. The tool helps capture biological rules to engineer organisms that produce useful products or healthcare solutions from inexpensive materials. GenoCAD enables the standardization ...
Getting hyperspectral image data down to a sprint
Researchers unveil SpectralFinder, a software that can record and analyze hyperspectral data in real-time on a mobile platform. The technology differentiates materials based on unique color spectra, enabling applications such as environmental monitoring and quality control.
Software analyzes apps for malicious behavior
Researchers at Saarland University have developed software to detect malicious apps in app stores, identifying potential security threats. The software analyzes code access patterns to flag suspicious behavior, with over 3,000 apps already tested.
Security tools for Industry 4.0
Researchers at Fraunhofer Institute for Secure Information Technology SIT showcase security tools to protect manufacturing data from unauthorized access. The software application encrypts data as it emerges, ensuring only licensed actions are executed.
Talking in 3-D: Discussing and administrating complex construction models via a web browser
Researchers created XML3DRepo, a service that enables the standardization of complex 3D data through a web browser. This technology makes it possible to visualize and administer 3D models in an easy-to-understand format for project partners, investors, and the public.
Creating animated characters outdoors
Researchers from Saarland University have developed a method to capture actors' movements and transfer them to virtual characters in near real-time. This technology allows for more efficient and user-friendly motion capturing, enabling the creation of animated characters outdoors without markers.
From a distance: New technique for repair work
A novel platform connects engineers in their offices with production locations, enabling real-time video transmission and interactive 3D model views. This approach facilitates remote maintenance by showing operators multiple views of the machine on screen.
'Mission of firsts' showcased new range-safety technology at NASA Wallops
The NASA Wallops Flight Facility successfully deployed a record-breaking 29 small satellites into orbit, also testing a new autonomous flight safety system that promises to eliminate expensive down-range tracking and command infrastructure. The system's first certification test was deemed 'positive' with initial data indicating it sent...
Wisdom of app stores: Early identification of malicious Android apps from Google Play
A new method called Chabada analyzes app store descriptions to detect suspicious behavior, identifying 56% of existing spy apps. The approach clusters apps by related topics and detects unusual data access patterns, serving as a potential gatekeeper for app stores.
AAAS panel considers pandemic emergency response
A professor at Georgia Institute of Technology has developed software to help health officials respond to pandemics by combining biological and demographic data. The system uses social media and real-time information to inform decision-making, allocating medical resources and personnel effectively.
Hospitals not always prepared for full costs of implementing electronic patient records
Research highlights the challenges faced by UK hospitals in adopting electronic health record systems due to underestimated costs. The study identified four key cost categories: infrastructure, personnel, estates/facilities, and other expenses, which are often cut back during implementation.
Finding the hidden zombie in your network
Researchers developed a lightweight detection system using the hidden semi-Markov model to identify malware-infected computers. The approach can model normal behavior and highlight deviations caused by malware, making it easier to detect botnets in real-time.
New biomedical diagnostics using personalized 3-D imaging
Researchers at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid have developed a new biomedical diagnostic tool using personalized 3D imaging, enabling faster and more precise images of living organisms. This innovative technology has the potential to revolutionize medicine and basic research applications.
SnT researcher Lionel Briand is engineer of the year 2013
Briand's work on model-based software verification and testing has been recognized for its outstanding contribution to reliability engineering. The award honors his efforts to deliver predictable dependable software-intensive systems within cost and time constraints.
CU-built software uses big data to battle forgetting with personalized content review
A CU-built software program uses big data to suggest personalized content review, boosting remembering by 16.5% in a study of middle school Spanish students. The algorithm analyzes past student performance to recommend material that needs review, leveraging strategies used by online retailers.
BBSRC and MRC renew investment in structural biology software
The Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) and Medical Research Council (MRC) have jointly awarded £1.43M to support the development of CCP4, a world-leading x-ray crystallography software resource. This funding renewal aims to further scientific knowledge and promote economic growth through innovative approache...
First clinical study of computer security conducted at Polytechnique Montreal
A team of researchers conducted the first-ever clinical study on computer security, exploring the impact of technological and human factors on malware attacks. The four-month study involved 50 subjects and found that technically sophisticated users were more at risk, contradicting the notion that they should have a 'Internet license'.
Towards a better Internet: Computer science professors receive largest research award from the European Research Council
A team of four computer science professors is working on a project called imPACT to address essential properties for the Internet. They aim to find solutions for protecting users' privacy, ensuring accountability, and assessing trustworthiness of information and services.
Carnegie Mellon computer searches web 24/7 to analyze images and teach itself common sense
The Never Ending Image Learner (NEIL) program analyzes 3 million images, identifying 1,500 object types and 2,500 associations, and develops a growing visual database to enhance computer vision capabilities. NEIL's findings are made available online, providing insights into common sense knowledge that humans take for granted.
Interactive computer program helps patients talk with their physician about depression
A new study found that an interactive computer program increased help for those who needed it most without overtreating. Patients using the program were nearly twice as likely to ask about depression and receive treatment recommendations from their physician.
MU researcher finds way to reduce unnecessary lab tests, decrease patient costs by modifying software
Researchers found that modifying electronic order set lists can significantly alter both the number and quality of lab tests ordered by clinicians. Including default selections increased the quality of lab tests, but also added costs.
CHOP's Harvest toolkit offers innovative data discovery resource for biomedical researchers
Biomedical researchers can now explore complex data sets with ease, thanks to CHOP's open-source platform, Harvest. The toolkit provides a user-friendly interface to navigate different types and levels of data, allowing users to construct queries to slice and dice data.
Software uses cyborg swarm to map unknown environs
Researchers at North Carolina State University have created software that uses a swarm of insect cyborgs to map unknown environments, such as collapsed buildings. The biobots' random movement is exploited to create a rough map of the area, which can help first responders navigate and identify potential hazards.
University of Tennessee professor receives high honor for supercomputing accomplishments
Jack Dongarra, a distinguished professor at the University of Tennessee, is being honored for his work on mathematical software standards and their impact on high-performance computing. He will receive the ACM-IEEE Computer Society Ken Kennedy Award for his influential contributions to performance measurement and parallel programming.
Solving the internet capacity crunch
The University of Bristol and NICT successfully demonstrated a multicore fibre-based network, utilizing Space Division Multiplexing (SDM) and Software Defined Network (SDN) control. This breakthrough enables the efficient handling of emerging Internet applications such as global cloud computing.
QUT develops software to reduce greenhouse gases
The QUT-developed Semaphore program enables researchers to simulate fluxes of carbon and nitrogen, providing guidelines for reducing greenhouse gas footprint. The program reduces transaction costs and testing time, allowing landholders to adopt effective strategies for minimizing emissions.
IT monitoring effective in deterring restaurant fraud
A new study from Washington University in St. Louis finds that IT monitoring can significantly reduce employee theft and fraud in the restaurant industry, resulting in a 7% increase in revenue per restaurant. The study used monitoring software to track sales data of employees and found a 22% drop in theft after implementation.
Malware bites and how to stop it
Researchers have developed a new approach to virus detection that uses data mining algorithms and machine learning techniques to identify malicious code and behavior patterns.
Computer scientists develop 'mathematical jigsaw puzzles' to encrypt software
Researchers create a system to encrypt software, making it unreverse-engineerable without solving mathematical problems. This mechanism uses multilinear jigsaw puzzles to prevent deciphering of the code behind software.
Computer system automatically generates TCP congestion-control algorithms
Researchers at MIT have developed a computer system, Remy, that automatically generates efficient TCP congestion-control algorithms. These algorithms significantly outperform human-designed versions in simulations, yielding transmission rates 2-3 times higher and delay reductions of up to two-thirds.
Computer programs improve fingerprint grading
A team of Penn State researchers developed a process using three inexpensive computer programs to grade fingerprints for ridge detail evaluation. The system ensures standardized evaluation finer than human capabilities, improving the reliability of fingerprint matches.
New technology reduces, controls CT radiation exposure in children
A new technology has reduced overall radiation exposure from CT scans in children by 37 percent, according to a recent study. The software uses mathematical calculations to determine the lowest possible radiation dose for each patient, allowing radiologists to precisely control the amount of radiation based on patient size.
Software toolkit shapes models for personalized radionuclide therapy
A new software toolkit combines deformable anthropomorphic models with precision dosimetry to determine the most effective cancer-killing dose for every patient. This approach enables personalized radionuclide drug therapies, leading to improved outcomes and better survival rates.
Application of face-recognition software to portrait art shows promise
The UC Riverside FACES project uses facial recognition technology to analyze portraits of historical figures, including Dante, Lorenzo de' Medici, and Shakespeare. The researchers aim to develop an algorithm that can accurately identify subjects despite variations in facial expressions, aging, and artistic styles.
Army Ground Combat Systems adopts Sandia tool for choosing future warfighting vehicles
Sandia National Laboratories has developed the Capability Portfolio Analysis Tool (CPAT) to help the US Army analyze complex decisions for modernizing combat vehicles. The tool combines optimization, simulation, and modeling to balance goals and budget constraints, providing a more efficient decision-making process.
£5.6m national collaboration to develop the next generation of computing systems
A £5.6m UK national collaboration, PRiME, aims to design and implement energy-efficient embedded systems with many-core processors. The project will tackle global societal challenges by preventing uncontrolled energy consumption and unreliability in these systems.
IT industry ignores silver surfers at its peril
Research suggests that manufacturers are foolish to ignore the needs of senior citizens, who face physical and cognitive disabilities that benefit from accessible hardware and software. The study highlights the importance of addressing the needs of all society, not just younger generations.
Older is wiser: Study shows software developers' skills improve over time
A new study from North Carolina State University reveals that programmers' knowledge and skills increase with age, particularly in recent technologies. Veteran programmers have a significant edge over younger peers in certain areas.
Tracking gunfire with a smartphone
Researchers at Vanderbilt University have developed a low-cost smartphone system that can track gunfire with remarkable accuracy, using unique sonic signatures produced by firearms. The system consists of an external sensor module and smartphones, working together to triangulate the origin of shots.
Wayne State University startup, Advaita, to participate in new Michigan I-Corps program
Advaita, a Wayne State University startup, is participating in the new Michigan I-Corps program to turn its biotechnology innovation into commercial opportunities. The company aims to streamline drug-discovery methods, saving time and money for academia and pharmaceutical industries.
New software alleviates wireless traffic
GapSense software controls traffic to dramatically reduce interference, enabling devices to communicate more efficiently and reducing collisions by up to 45%. The technology could also address the 'hidden terminal' problem and reduce energy consumption of WiFi devices.
Michigan Tech researcher slashes optics laboratory costs
A Michigan Technological University lab has introduced a library of open-source, 3-D-printable optics components that significantly reduce costs. The study found cost reductions of over 97%, enabling a broader audience to participate in optical experimentation.
Automated testing of complex Web 2.0 applications prevents security vulnerabilities
Researchers at Saarland University developed an automated testing system called 'Webmate' to identify security vulnerabilities in complex web applications. The system discovers connections between application components and generates test scenarios to ensure compatibility.
Open-source software can help find the right space for offshore wind turbines
A new open-source model, InVEST, provides spatially explicit information on offshore wind energy, helping decision makers quantify tradeoffs between energy, transportation, and fishing. The tool is significant for integrated marine spatial planning, enabling informed decisions on wind turbine placement.
UT Arlington software engineer's tool makes for quicker tests
A UT Arlington software engineer has developed a computer testing tool that significantly reduces the time and cost of determining whether a new program works. The Advanced Combinatorial Testing System (ACTS) uses combinatorial testing to test complex systems, such as healthcare information technology.