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Researchers at the University of Washington have developed a tool that can take hundreds of digital portraits and create an animation of a person's face in seconds. The software aligns faces and chooses photos with similar expressions to produce smooth transitions, allowing users to see how a person's expression changes over time.
Researchers develop two new techniques that apply heat mapping and heat distribution to enable machines to perceive three-dimensional objects. These methods mimic the human ability to recognize objects regardless of their shape or orientation.
Researchers at New York University's Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences developed an algorithm for pose estimation, which involves detecting specific objects or individuals under various conditions. They achieved this by utilizing a unique visual database from the Dutch band C-Mon & Kypski's music video crowd-sourcing project.
The NYU Courant Institute is developing a bird-sized, self-flying plane with AI-powered vision for navigation. The plane will use convolutional networks to quickly interpret its environment and navigate through forests and urban environments.
Takeo Kanade has been honored with the ACM/AAAI Allen Newell Award for his career contributions to computer vision and robotics. He is being recognized for bridging computer science and other disciplines through his groundbreaking work, including the development of face recognition systems and robotic technologies.
A new study by MIT neuroscientists suggests that the brain learns to solve object recognition through experience in the natural world. Researchers exposed monkeys to altered visual stimuli, which led to changes in neural activity and object preferences.
The COGNITO project, led by the University of Bristol, aims to develop computer systems that can understand and predict human behavior and activity. By using on-body sensor networks and advanced computer vision algorithms, researchers hope to create systems that can assist people in skilled assembly and manipulation tasks.
A new method devised by Carnegie Mellon researchers enables computers to gain a deeper understanding of an image by reasoning about physical constraints. The method uses virtual blocks to build a three-dimensional approximation of the scene, improving accuracy in estimating layout and surface details.
Researchers developed a proof-of-concept system that removes pedestrians from urban scenes in Google Street View, exploring how computer vision can preserve privacy in public environments. The system replaces pedestrians with an approximation of the actual background behind each pedestrian.
Babenko's fellowship will allow him to attend the European Conference on Computer Vision and work on weakly supervised learning systems for object detection and recognition. His research focuses on tackling computer vision problems with less precise labels, enabling more efficient data collection.
A new study suggests that people with migraines may struggle to filter out visual noise, even when they don't have a headache. Migraineurs performed significantly worse in identifying visual targets than those without migraines when visual distractions were added.
Researchers from North Carolina State University have developed a computer program that enables cars to stay within their lane, opening the door to new safety features and military applications. This technology can detect traffic and lanes, allowing cars to avoid accidents caused by driver fatigue or distraction.
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University's National Robotics Engineering Center developed a plant-sorting machine that uses computer vision and machine learning to classify and sort harvested strawberry plants more consistently and faster than human workers. The system has the potential to improve quality, streamline production and de...
Researchers from Harvard and MIT demonstrate a new method to build better artificial visual systems by combining genetic screening techniques with high-performance gaming hardware. The approach enables the analysis of thousands of candidate models in parallel, resulting in significant improvements over traditional methods.
A research study is being conducted to assess the safety and effectiveness of an investigational corneal inlay in reducing the need for reading glasses. The inlay, called AcuFocus Corneal Inlay (ACI), is intended to improve near vision in patients with presbyopia, a natural loss of near vision that occurs after age 45.
Researchers developed a technique inspired by the human eye to improve object recognition, surveillance, and shape reconstruction. The new algorithm uses trust search regions to quickly identify objects with nearly double the accuracy of previous methods.
A study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine found a more-than-sevenfold increase in computer-related injuries from 1994 to 2006. The majority of injuries occurred at home and were caused by tripping or falling over equipment, hitting against or catching on computers, or computer equipment falling on patients.
Computer scientists at UC San Diego have created a software program that can duplicate keys from photographs, highlighting the vulnerability of key-based security systems. The system uses computer vision techniques to extract the numeric code from the key's bumps and valleys, making it possible to create identical copies.
A new study found that office-based vision therapy by a trained therapist, along with at-home reinforcement, is more effective in treating convergence insufficiency (CI) in children than traditional home-based therapy. The treatment resulted in reduced symptoms and improved vision in nearly 75% of participants.
Researchers found that our brains use the timing of visual input to recognize objects, even when they appear differently. By analyzing neural activity in monkeys, they demonstrated that the brain can learn to confuse similar images through temporal contiguity, leading to improved object recognition.
Researchers analyzed ancient magic tricks to gain insights into human psychology, revealing the power of misdirection and illusion in shaping our perceptions. The study's findings have long-term implications for fields like human-computer interfaces, where understanding attention and perception is crucial.
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University developed an algorithm that can geolocate photos by analyzing their composition and searching through millions of GPS-tagged images on Flickr. The IM2GPS algorithm achieved accurate results, even identifying landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and narrowing down possibilities like beach or desert l...
The UC-San Diego computer scientists have developed an algorithm to separate gloss from non-gloss in digital images, enabling the creation of photorealistic makeup portraits. Users can upload a portrait-style photograph and apply thousands of makeup products from various brands.
A team of UC San Diego computer scientists has developed a groundbreaking algorithm for 3D reconstruction from 2-D images, solving the long-standing problem of autocalibration. This technology has vast potential in various applications, including virtual product showcases and augmented-reality walkthroughs.
A recent study by MIT researcher Tomaso Poggio found that a computer model was able to reproduce human behavior in recognizing complex scenes, leading to a significant shift in understanding the visual cortex. The findings have implications for understanding how the brain works and may lead to advancements in artificial intelligence.
Researchers at Frankfurt's Research Center for Neurotechnology have developed new artificial vision systems using neural organization principles. These systems aim to combine individual functions to form a functioning whole, leading to potential applications in intelligent security and autonomous vehicles.
Researchers at the University of Washington have created 3D models of landmarks using vacation photos from Flickr. The models were accurate enough to show individual figures carved into stone facades, with resolutions comparable to those obtained by laser scanners.
A computer-based method to evaluate the eye's ability to distinguish object details and shape in patients with AMD could provide a more accurate way to assess the effectiveness of eye surgery or vision rehabilitation interventions. The test might help detect early detection of AMD and estimate patient potential visual acuity.
The USC team aims to design visual displays that enhance certain parts of an image to help people with AMD digest visual information better. They will use techniques from computer vision and computational neuroscience to build visual displays that compensate for neural loss.
Researchers develop a program that automatically generates 3D models from a single photograph, improving object recognition and understanding of geometric context. By teaching computers to spot visual cues that differentiate between vertical and horizontal surfaces, they create a breakthrough in computer vision research.
Researchers used virtual-reality displays to show that humans can't accurately judge size and distance when motion is present. Instead, they prefer a stable representation of the world independent of head and eye movements.
A computer vision system developed by the Georgia Institute of Technology Research Institute can detect foreign objects in processed poultry and food products with high accuracy. The system uses color discrimination algorithms and digital images to identify unwanted elements, allowing for efficient removal from the production line.
The 'Ecce Homology' project uses dynamic media and computer vision to visualize genomic data, making it accessible to the general public. By creating scientifically accurate pictograms of genes and proteins, researchers aim to reduce complexity and facilitate understanding of genomics.
Vision restoration therapy (VRT) is a new technique that can help patients with visual field defects recover their sight after a stroke. Through repeated use of damaged areas, VRT strengthens nerve activity related to vision, leading to significant improvements in sample stimulus detection and reduction in undetected stimuli.
Researchers found that early treatment reduced the likelihood of poor vision from 19.5% to 14.5% and structural damage from 15.6% to 9.1% in high-risk premature infants. The study, published in the Archives of Ophthalmology, identified risk factors for ROP and showed that prompt treatment can prevent severe vision loss.
Researchers at Cardiff University are exploring a new way to interact with computers using physical objects and acoustic waves. The project, TAI-CHI, aims to create giant 3D touch screens that can be used on any surface.
A recent study found that near-eye displays, like eyeglasses with a built-in monitor, can increase ease of use and performance comparable to traditional computer screens. However, some users experienced eyestrain more with these devices.
A University of California at Berkeley study found that up to 30% of U.S. children who use computers may need special eyewear to reduce the risk of premature vision problems. The research also shows a strong correlation between computer use and premature myopia, or nearsightedness.
Researchers are developing computer simulations of human visual processing to help individuals with low-vision disorders. The technology aims to process images in ways that compensate for defects, such as macular degeneration and glaucoma.
Researchers at Columbia University have developed a 360-degree videocamera called Omnicam, which can capture hemispheric views and display them in linear perspective on screens. The technology has various applications, including surveillance, teleconferencing, and robotic vision.