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Faster drug development with the help of artificial intelligence

A new AI-powered software, EmbryoNet, can automatically detect defects in animal embryos and link them to underlying signalling pathways. This technology has the potential to replace lengthy animal studies in drug research, speeding up conventional processes while reducing costs significantly.

SourceUniversity of Konstanz·DateJan 23, 2025
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

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

Finding better photovoltaic materials faster with AI

Using machine learning and AI, researchers have discovered a way to quickly and economically find high-performance materials for perovskite solar cells. By training an AI model on 101 synthesized molecules, they were able to identify 48 new molecules with potential for above-average efficiency.

SourceKarlsruher Institut für Technologie (KIT)·JournalScience·DateJan 23, 2025

Scientists develop new AI method to forecast cyclone rapid intensification

A new contrastive learning model has been developed to forecast cyclone rapid intensification (RI) with high accuracy, reducing false alarms by a factor of three compared to existing techniques. The model achieved an impressive 92.3% accuracy when tested on data from the Northwest Pacific between 2020 and 2021.

SourceChinese Academy of Sciences Headquarters·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJan 23, 2025

Platform ecosystems and organisational capabilities boost competitiveness in volatile markets

A new study from the University of Eastern Finland finds that digital platforms and artificial intelligence can boost B2B service companies' competitiveness by enhancing agility, flexibility, and resilience. The study also highlights the importance of organizational capabilities for managing strategic change in volatile markets.

SourceUniversity of Eastern Finland·JournalIndustrial Marketing Management·DateJan 22, 2025
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.

New, embodied AI reveals how robots and toddlers learn to understand

The new model, based on a PV-RNN framework, achieves compositionality by combining language with vision, proprioception, working memory, and attention. It requires less computing power than large language models (LLMs) and makes mistakes similar to humans.

SourceOkinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) Graduate University·JournalScience Robotics·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 22, 2025

BioChatter: making large language models accessible for biomedical research

BioChatter bridges the gap between large language models and biomedical research by providing a transparent and adaptable framework for custom research tasks. The platform can integrate with knowledge graphs and bioinformatics tools, making it easier for researchers to analyze complex datasets.

SourceEuropean Molecular Biology Laboratory·JournalNature Biotechnology·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 22, 2025

AI in cell research: Moscot reveals cell dynamics in unprecedented detail

A groundbreaking AI tool called Moscot maps single cells in spatial tissues, enabling the observation of millions of cells simultaneously. This allows researchers to analyze complex cellular processes within entire living organs and organisms, providing new insights into diseases like diabetes.

SourceHelmholtz Munich (Helmholtz Zentrum München Deutsches Forschungszentrum für Gesundheit und Umwelt (GmbH))·JournalNature·DateJan 22, 2025
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.

New AI technology helps scientists detect which pollutants in England’s lakes are most harmful to life, and identify species which are at highest risk

A new study published in Environmental DNA revealed that insecticides and fungicides are the main factors affecting biodiversity in UK waters. The AI technology analyzed water and biofilm samples from 52 freshwater lakes, identifying key links between pollutants and biodiversity loss.

SourceUniversity of Birmingham·JournalEnvironmental DNA·DateJan 22, 2025

How employee trust in AI drives performance and adoption

A new study published in Journal of Management Studies reveals that employee perceptions of AI performance and feelings towards AI vary, affecting AI performance and adoption. Four different trust configurations were identified, leading to distinct behaviors and a vicious cycle of biased data inputs degrading AI performance.

SourceWiley·JournalJournal of Management Studies·DateJan 22, 2025

Trump clusters: How an English lit graduate used AI to make sense of Twitter bios

An English literature graduate has developed a new method for large language models to understand and analyze short text chunks, such as those on social media profiles. The method successfully grouped nearly 40,000 Twitter user biographies from accounts tweeting about US President Donald Trump into 10 categories.

SourceUniversity of Sydney·JournalRoyal Society Open Science·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJan 21, 2025
Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply

Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply powers sensors, microcontrollers, and test circuits with programmable rails and stable outputs.

Simplified redesign of proteins to improve ligand binding

Researchers developed ProteinReDiff, an AI-powered method to redesign proteins for improved ligand binding. The approach uses initial protein sequences and ligand SMILES strings, reducing reliance on detailed structural data.

SourceUniversity of Alabama at Birmingham·JournalStructural Dynamics·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 21, 2025

Can ChatGPT pass a Ph.D.-level history test?

A new study assesses the historical knowledge of AI chatbots like ChatGPT-4 and finds they struggle with nuanced, PhD-level inquiry. The models performed best on legal systems and social complexity but struggled with topics such as discrimination and social mobility.

SourceComplexity Science Hub·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 21, 2025

Aging (Aging-US) partners with Global Conference on Gerophysics

The Global Conference on Gerophysics aims to bridge statistical mechanics, complex systems theory, and dynamical modeling with biological mechanisms of aging. The conference will bring together leading scientists to promote healthy longevity and reshape our understanding of the aging process.

SourceImpact Journals LLC·DateJan 21, 2025

Recommendations for studying the impact of AI on young people's mental health  proposed by Oxford researchers

The paper highlights the need for a critical re-evaluation of how we study digital technologies' impact on young people's mental health. Oxford researchers call for a collaborative evidence-based framework to regulate AI integration into online platforms, ensuring its safety and benefits for children and adolescents.

SourceUniversity of Oxford·JournalThe Lancet Child & Adolescent Health·DateJan 21, 2025
AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope

AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope supports teaching labs and QA checks with LED illumination, mechanical stage, and included 5MP camera.

How can we design humane autonomous systems?

The open-access book delves into the impact of AI and autonomous systems on human lives and ways of working, emphasizing their importance in prioritizing human well-being and creativity. Key learnings include the need for ethical design practices and considering AI as part of a larger system to enhance human experiences.

SourceUniversity of Vaasa·DateJan 20, 2025

KAIST develops neuromorphic semiconductor chip that learns and corrects itself​

The KAIST team developed a next-generation neuromorphic semiconductor-based integrated system that can learn and correct errors on its own. This technology will revolutionize AI use in everyday devices, making them faster, more private and energy-efficient.

SourceThe Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)·JournalNature Electronics·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 20, 2025

Development of a high-performance AI device utilizing ion-controlled spin wave interference in magnetic materials

Researchers at NIMS developed a next-generation AI device leveraging ion-controlled spin wave interference in magnetic materials, outperforming conventional devices by up to 10 times. The technology enables energy-efficient computations with minimal degradation when miniaturized, opening doors for various industrial applications.

SourceNational Institute for Materials Science, Japan·JournalAdvanced Science·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 17, 2025

Mount Sinai study finds wearable devices can detect and predict inflammatory bowel disease flare-ups

Researchers found that wearable devices can identify, differentiate, and predict flares in IBD by analyzing circadian patterns of heart rate variability, heart rate, oxygenation, and daily activity. The study showed that these metrics changed up to seven weeks before flares developed, enabling continuous disease monitoring.

SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·JournalGastroenterology·DateJan 16, 2025
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.

A new research program led by Concordia is Indigenizing artificial intelligence

The Abundant Intelligences program challenges the current AI trajectory, incorporating Indigenous knowledge systems to create an alternative approach. This initiative seeks to rethink how we conceive of AI, prioritizing human thriving, preserving Indigenous languages, and addressing environmental issues.

SourceConcordia University·JournalAI & Society·TypeNews article·DateJan 15, 2025

Study reveals how sex and racial disparities in weight loss surgery have changed over 20 years

A new study by Mass General Brigham investigators found that Black people were less likely than non-Black people to undergo metabolic and bariatric surgery, even though both groups were equally likely to discuss it with health care providers. Men were also less likely to discuss and receive MBS than women.

SourceBrigham and Women's Hospital·JournalAnnals of Surgery Open·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJan 15, 2025

New tool promises to reduce high death rates on construction sites

A new automated job hazard analysis tool promises to significantly reduce workplace accidents and improve safety in the construction industry. The University of South Australia's research team has built a 'knowledge graph' to predict hazards, which can be analysed in real-time to identify potential risks and control measures.

SourceUniversity of South Australia·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 15, 2025
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.

Reading signs: New method improves AI translation of sign language

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.

SourceOsaka Metropolitan University·JournalIEEE Access·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 15, 2025

AI–guided lung ultrasound by nonexperts

A multicenter study shows trained health professionals with AI assistance can meet diagnostic standards for lung ultrasounds. This technology has the potential to increase access to lung ultrasound in areas without expert personnel.

SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Cardiology·DateJan 15, 2025
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C)

Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.

AI health care innovator will lead computational medicine research at UT

The University of Texas at Austin appoints Charles 'Charley' Taylor to lead a new Center for Computational Medicine, developing advanced medical applications and modeling. This move strengthens collaborations between Dell Medical School and the Oden Institute, driving innovation in health and technology.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin·DateJan 13, 2025

New method forecasts computation, energy costs for sustainable AI models

A novel method called RESQUE predicts computational and energy costs for updating deep learning/AI models, allowing users to make informed decisions about when to update models to improve AI sustainability. The researchers conducted extensive experiments to validate the performance of RESQUE.

SourceNorth Carolina State University·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 13, 2025
Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach

Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach provides rugged GNSS navigation, satellite messaging, and SOS for backcountry geology and climate field teams.

New book connects eugenics to Big Tech

A new book by Anita Say Chan connects the eugenics movement to Big Tech's predatory data collection methods, targeting minoritized populations for profit. The book shares lessons from global justice-based data initiatives and earlier feminist and minority movements who resisted eugenic models.

SourceUniversity of Illinois School of Information Sciences·DateJan 9, 2025

Using robots in nursing homes linked to higher employee retention, better patient care

A recent study from the University of Notre Dame found that robot use in nursing homes is associated with increased employment, improved productivity, and a higher quality of care. The research also suggests that robots may reduce physical strain on workers, allowing them to focus on tasks better suited for human beings.

SourceUniversity of Notre Dame·JournalLabour Economics·TypeSurvey·DateJan 8, 2025

AI enhances breast cancer detection in Germany’s mammography screening program: Results from the world’s largest prospective AI study

A recent study published in Nature Medicine found that AI significantly improves breast cancer detection rates, detecting an additional cancer case per 1,000 women screened. The results show improved efficiency without increasing false positives or unnecessary follow-ups.

SourceUniversity of Lübeck·JournalNature Medicine·TypeObservational study·DateJan 8, 2025
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.

Unique Stanford Medicine-designed AI predicts cancer prognoses, responses to treatment

Researchers developed an AI model, MUSK, that incorporates visual and language-based information to predict cancer outcomes and identify patients who benefit from immunotherapy. The model achieved 75% accuracy in predicting disease-specific survival, outperforming standard methods that were correct 64% of the time.

SourceStanford Medicine·JournalNature·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 8, 2025

Predicting the progression of autoimmune disease with AI

A new AI model developed by researchers at Penn State College of Medicine can predict the progression of autoimmune disease among those with preclinical symptoms up to 1,000% more accurately. The GPS model integrates data from large genetic studies and electronic health records to identify individuals at high risk of disease progression.

SourcePenn State·JournalNature Communications·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 7, 2025

Major EU project to investigate societal benefits and risks of AI

The €3 million FORSEE project, led by University College Dublin, aims to broaden the concept of AI success beyond technological efficiency and provide insights on sustainability, labor, and economic impact. The project will offer broadened awareness of AI risks and opportunities through research grounded in social sciences.

SourceUCD Research & Innovation·DateJan 7, 2025
GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter

GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter logs beta, gamma, and X-ray levels for environmental monitoring, training labs, and safety demonstrations.

New AI technique generates clear images of thick biological samples without the fancy hardware

Researchers have developed a new AI method that produces sharp microscopy images throughout a thick biological sample, count cells more accurately, and trace vessels in embryos. The technique doesn't require additional equipment beyond a standard microscope and is more accessible than traditional adaptive optics techniques.

SourceHoward Hughes Medical Institute·JournalNature Communications·DateJan 7, 2025
Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only)

Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only) delivers reliable low-light performance and rugged build for astrophotography, lab documentation, and field expeditions.

Canceling effect of genetics and environmental changes on bacterial growth

A study investigated gene-chemical interactions on bacterial growth, revealing varying impacts of chemicals depending on sugar presence. Machine learning analysis found a countervailing effect between genetic and environmental changes, suggesting a strategy for bacterial survival in nature.

SourceUniversity of Tsukuba·JournalCommunications Biology·DateJan 6, 2025

AI slashes cost and time for chip design, but that is not all

Researchers at Princeton University have developed an AI-powered system to design complex wireless chips, reducing time and cost. The AI creates intricate electromagnetic structures that improve performance and efficiency, often in ways that human designers cannot understand.

SourcePrinceton University, Engineering School·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 6, 2025

Liquid-based confined interface materials

These materials integrate liquids within solid frameworks at the mesoscale, driven by competitive interfacial interactions. They demonstrate dynamic responsiveness leveraging force, heat, light, electricity, magnetism, and sound, and exhibit practical functionalities including anti-fouling and multiphase flow control.

SourceScience China Press·JournalNational Science Review·DateJan 5, 2025
Meta Quest 3 512GB

Meta Quest 3 512GB enables immersive mission planning, terrain rehearsal, and interactive STEM demos with high-resolution mixed-reality experiences.

Northwestern Polytechnical University team: Potential of multimodal large language models for data mining of medical images and free-text reports

A Northwestern Polytechnical University team evaluated the performance of Gemini and GPT-series models across various medical tasks, finding strengths in report generation and lesion detection. The study highlights the potential of multimodal LLMs in alleviating clinician burden and integrating AI into clinical practice.

SourceKeAi Communications Co., Ltd.·JournalMeta-Radiology·TypeSystematic review·DateJan 3, 2025

AI system helps doctors identify patients at risk for suicide

A new study from Vanderbilt University Medical Center shows that a clinical alerts-driven AI system can effectively prompt doctors to screen patients for suicide risk during regular clinic visits. The study found that interruptive alerts were more effective than passive alerts, leading to a 42% increase in screenings.

SourceVanderbilt University Medical Center·JournalJAMA Network Open·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 3, 2025