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A better method for planning complex visual tasks

MIT researchers developed a generative AI-driven approach for planning long-term visual tasks, surpassing existing techniques with a 70% success rate. The system combines vision-language models with formal planners, enabling robots to navigate complex environments and assemble multi-robot teams with high efficiency.

Improving AI models’ ability to explain their predictions

Researchers at MIT developed a new method that coaxes AI models to achieve better accuracy and clearer explanations in safety-critical applications. The approach extracts concepts the model has learned while training for a specific task and forces it to use those, producing better explanations than standard concept bottleneck models.

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.

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.

Press program now available for the world's largest physics meeting

The Global Physics Summit will feature over 12,000 individual presentations on new research in astrophysics, particle physics, and quantum information science. Registered journalists and public information officers will receive daily emails with information during the meeting.

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.

Major study reveals how ready UK local councils are for AI technology

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.

From chatbots to assembly lines: the impact of AI on workplace safety

A study examines the occupational health and safety implications of AI tools, revealing psychosocial, ethical, and privacy risks. The rapid integration of AI into the workplace has often outpaced the adaptation of regulatory and ethical frameworks, highlighting the need for a people-centered approach.

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.

Poultry processing robotics advances with ChicGrasp

Researchers have developed a robotic gripper called ChicGrasp, which can learn to handle chickens by imitating human movements. The system uses advanced imitation learning algorithm and camera perceptions to grasp a chicken carcass by the legs and lift it on a shackle conveyor.

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.

Can people distinguish between AI-generated and human speech?

Researchers assessed whether people can distinguish between AI-generated and human speech, discovering that short training minimally improves this ability. However, neural responses became more distinct for human versus AI speech, suggesting training can help in the future.

New robotic microfluidic platform brings ai to lipid nanoparticle design

Engineers at the University of Pennsylvania have developed LIBRIS, an automated microfluidic platform capable of generating lipid nanoparticle formulations at high speed and scale. This enables the creation of large, systematic datasets needed to train predictive AI models, accelerating the design of lipid nanoparticles for mRNA delivery.

AI can predict risk of serious heart disease from mammograms

A study published in the European Heart Journal found that AI analysis of mammograms can predict the risk of serious heart disease in women. Women with mild calcification were 30% more likely to suffer serious cardiovascular disease, while those with severe calcification were two to three times more likely.

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.

The double-helix logic of curriculum: A new theory for education in the age of AI

The Double-Helix Logic of Curriculum proposes a structural theory redefining education in AI age, emphasizing coexistence of universality and personalization. This framework situates curriculum within a broader shift towards Human Interdependence Paradigm, structuring conditions for differentiated strengths to accumulate and reinforce ...

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.

Ateneo machine learning lab opens doors to industry partners, collaborators

The Ateneo Laboratory for Intelligent Visual Environments (ALIVE) is developing machine learning solutions with industry partners to improve public health, traffic systems, and more. By bridging the gap between messy reality and mathematical models, ALIVE is creating intelligent visual systems that can handle real-world conditions.

New model may predict preeclampsia in late pregnancy

A machine-learning model developed by Weill Cornell Medicine predicts preeclampsia risk in late pregnancy with high accuracy. The model uses electronic health record data to continuously update risk predictions, potentially providing clinicians with timely clinical action.

NASA robot’s 10-year mission complete as uni marks rare feat

Researchers have advanced humanoid robot control, motion planning, and perception using Valkyrie, a 10-year mission robot developed by NASA. The university will continue research with Talos, a 1.75-metre-tall robot, to study human-robot cooperation and adapt to changing environments.

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.

Evolved robots are born to run and refuse to die

Researchers at Northwestern University have developed AI-designed robots called 'legged metamachines' that can combine and recombine in the wild, recover from injury and transform into new shapes. The robots can adapt to the environment, survive catastrophic damage and even recover from being chopped in half or cut into pieces.

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.

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.

Most workers embrace AI, but 84% worry about the risks, study says

A study by Dr Marigo Raftopoulos found that 71% of professionals think AI performs 'very' or 'extremely' well due to its ability to save time and improve processes, accuracy and efficiency. However, 84% are concerned about the risks associated with AI, including cyber security, job losses, and military uses.

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.

FAU lands $4.5M US Air Force T-1A Jayhawk flight simulator

Florida Atlantic University has received a $4.5 million grant from the US Air Force to establish a high-fidelity platform for autonomous decision-making and real-time sensor fusion research. The T-1A Jayhawk simulator will be used to study cognitive performance, situational awareness, stress and decision-making under pressure.

Automated CT scan analysis could fast-track clinical assessments

A new AI-powered tool, Merlin, has been developed to assess 3D abdominal CT scans, identifying anatomical features and predicting disease onset years in advance. The tool surpassed traditional automated tools in tasks such as diagnosing diseases and predicting patient outcomes, with accuracy rates of up to 81%.

With Evo 2, AI can model and design the genetic code for all domains of life

The AI model can accurately identify disease-causing mutations in human genes and is capable of designing new genomes that are as long as the genomes of simple bacteria. Evo 2 has been trained on over 100,000 species across the entire tree of life and can process genetic sequences of up to 1 million nucleotides at once.

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.

Mastering the jungle of guidelines with AI

A European consortium is developing AI-powered therapy assistants to help doctors adhere to medical guidelines. The GUIDE-AI project aims to reduce the complexity of guideline navigation, particularly for chronic diseases such as heart failure and asthma.

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.

AI biases can influence people’s perception of history

Research participants reading AI-generated summaries of historical events showed more liberal opinions than those reading Wikipedia summaries, indicating a subtle influence of AI biases on public understanding of the past. The study highlights the need for LLMs to be designed with bias-reducing features to provide unbiased information.

AI could prevent construction delays before they happen, study finds

A new study proposes a framework for connecting AI risk prediction systems with scheduling platforms to detect emerging risks and adjust project plans before delays occur. This approach aims to close the gap between early warning and actionable response, enabling more resilient project delivery.

Wildlife imaging shows that AI models aren’t as smart as we think

Researchers from the University of Exeter argue that AI models are not as smart as claimed, citing a potential 'transferability crisis'. They found that generalisability is difficult to predict and benchmark metrics often overstate model performance. The study highlights the need for rapid testing in real-world applications.

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.

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.

Pioneering AI tool predicts building emissions from simple text descriptions

Researchers at the University of Bath developed an AI tool that predicts building emissions from simple text descriptions, providing architects with real-time feedback on sustainability. The tool uses machine learning and natural language processing to estimate embodied carbon and suggests improvements to environmental conditions.

Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope

Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope combines portable Schmidt-Cassegrain optics with GoTo pointing for outreach nights and field campaigns.