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New AI method advances prediction of Brazil’s national soybean yield

Researchers developed an AI-based system to generate high-resolution soybean yield maps across Brazil, leveraging knowledge from U.S.-based models through transfer learning. The approach achieved strong predictive performance without using municipal-level yield data, improving estimates for this key agricultural region.

Turning down the heat

A University of Houston professor has found that tree-like thin films release heat at least three times better than traditional methods, enabling more efficient cooling in AI data centers. The discovery demonstrates the power of physics-aware AI design for validating high-impact cooling solutions.

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What honey bee brain chemistry tells us about human learning

Scientists have identified specific patterns of brain chemical activity in honey bees that predict how quickly individual bees learn new associations. The findings may help explain why humans learn at different speeds and provide implications for understanding brain disorders.

Robots that can see around corners using radio signals and AI

Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania have developed HoloRadar, a system that enables robots to reconstruct hidden 3D spaces beyond their line of sight using radio waves processed by AI. This capability can improve safety and performance in driverless cars and cluttered indoor settings.

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Metabolic clues emerge from new molecular map of Alzheimer’s

Rice University scientists create a detailed map of the Alzheimer's brain using hyperspectral Raman imaging and machine learning. The findings show that chemical changes are unevenly distributed across the brain and extend beyond amyloid plaques, revealing broader metabolic differences between healthy and diseased brains.

Uncovering patterns amid chaos

A recent NSF grant will support the development of new diagnostics and predictive models for understanding self-competition and weak asymmetry in turbulent flows. The project aims to uncover hidden patterns that current models miss, leading to improved simulations in weather forecasting, climate modeling, and engineering design.

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New AI model improves accuracy of food contamination detection

Researchers at Oregon State University have developed a deep learning-based model for rapid bacterial contamination detection, eliminating misclassifications of food debris. The enhanced model can reliably detect bacteria in three hours and has the potential to prevent outbreaks and protect consumer health.

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The pitfalls of one-size-fits-all AI mental health treatment

A new study from George Mason University reveals that AI-driven antidepressant treatment can be less effective for African American patients due to the use of general population data. The study suggests that incorporating additional patient demographics, such as race and ethnicity, can improve the tool's effectiveness.

AI system turns a song into a complete music video

Researchers at Queen Mary University of London have developed an AI system called Auto MV that can generate complete music videos directly from full-length songs. The system uses a multi-agent approach to analyze the musical structure and lyrics, plan scenes, and generate images and video clips.

Using generative AI to help scientists synthesize complex materials

Researchers at MIT developed a generative AI model called DiffSyn that suggests promising synthesis routes for complex materials like zeolites. By using this model, scientists can test millions of theoretical materials in under a minute, accelerating the materials discovery process.

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Machine learning reveals how to maximize biochar yield from algae

Researchers developed a machine learning framework that accurately predicts and optimizes biochar production from algae, identifying temperature as the dominant control on biochar yield. The model achieved strong agreement with experimental results and was able to pinpoint key factors influencing biochar production.

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AI machine learning can optimize patient risk assessments

A new AI-driven model predicts patient risk of suffering a major adverse cardiac event (MACE) with higher accuracy than traditional predictive models. This improvement in prognostic risk assessment could help personalize individual care plans and maintain quality of life for patients.

Powering AI from space, at scale

Researchers have developed a passive, solar-powered orbital data center that can scale AI computing and reduce environmental impact. The system leverages decades of research on 'tethers' and could host thousands of computing nodes to replicate terrestrial data centers.

Using AI to uncover the secret lives of fungi

A new study using AI-powered BioBERT model accurately identifies fungal lifestyles, switching between helpful partner for plants to aggressive decomposers. The tool has nearly 90% accuracy and can scan thousands of papers in minutes, flagging species that may switch roles.

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Should companies replace human workers with robots? New study takes a closer look

A recent study from Binghamton University School of Management reveals that focusing on human-robot collaboration can generate additional economic value and improve a company's ability to capture a greater share of the competitive market. By leveraging robots in collaborative settings, organizations can foster a positive sense of commi...

To make AI more fair, tame complexity

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.

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Creative talent: has AI knocked humans out?

A large-scale study reveals that generative AI models have reached the threshold of average human creativity, but the most creative individuals still outperform even the best AI systems. The study also highlights the importance of human guidance and parameterization in modulating AI creativity.

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AI-based system for real-time detection of whip sounds in horse racing

Researchers developed an AI-based system that accurately detects whip sounds in horse racing, achieving detection rates of up to 70% in audio data. The system's ability to process audio in real-time and its reliance on high-frequency components make it a promising tool for improving animal welfare and fair competition.

Composing nanomaterials – with AI and chemistry

LMU researchers created a tool that combines automated chemical synthesis, high-throughput characterization, and data-driven modeling to control nanocrystal growth. The Synthesizer platform enables precise predictions of material properties, such as color, brightness, or stability, for applications like LEDs, solar cells, and sensors.

Physics of foam strangely resembles AI training

Engineers at the University of Pennsylvania have discovered that foams exhibit internal motion resembling deep learning in AI systems. The study suggests a common mathematical principle underlying both foams and AI training, with implications for designing adaptive materials and understanding biological structures.

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Scientists demonstrate first-time use of AI for genetic circuit design

Researchers developed a new technique called CLASSIC that enables large-scale testing of complex DNA circuits in human cells. The approach uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to analyze vast numbers of complete circuits at once, providing scientists with a clearer picture of the rules governing genetic part behavior.

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Atomistic model explains how memory metals can change their shape

Researchers at the University of Groningen developed an atomistic model that predicts the driving force for microstructural twinning in shape memory alloys. This discovery can lead to the creation of new crystalline materials with improved reversible deformations, vibration damping, and impact absorption.

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AI tools speed development of antibody probes to see activity inside living cells

Researchers at Colorado State University used AI to modify antibodies into stable intrabodies that can visualize histone modifications in real-time. This allows for better understanding of gene expression and its relationship with cancer and other disorders. The team created 19 new antibody-based probes with a 70% success rate, signifi...

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New tool narrows the search for ideal material structures

Researchers at Princeton University developed a machine learning tool to predict the stability of MOF structures, allowing for faster discovery of advanced materials. The tool achieved accurate predictions 97% of the time and could lead to breakthroughs in battery chemistry, carbon capture, and clean water access.

Using LoRA models to predict multiple types of organic reactions

A modular machine learning framework using LoRA fine-tuning can accurately predict single organic reactions and handle multiple reaction types. The model demonstrates high prediction accuracy comparable to expert experience, achieving results on classic reaction datasets and showing strong adaptability.

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Machine learning drives drug repurposing for neuroblastoma

A study published in EMBO Molecular Medicine has identified a combination of statins and phenothiazines that shows promise in treating aggressive neuroblastoma. The drug combination was found to impede tumour growth and improve survival rates in laboratory trials with mice.

AI overestimates how smart people are, according to HSE economists

HSE economists found that AI models like ChatGPT and Claude tend to play 'too smart' and lose in strategic thinking games by assuming a higher level of logic in people than is actually present. The study replicated results from previous human participant experiments, showing LLMs adapt to opponents with varying levels of sophistication.