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HKUST-led research unveils early predictors of glioma evolution by CELLO2, a self-constructed machine-learning model

A research team led by HKUST developed an AI-powered model to predict glioma patients' prognosis and identify early predictors of tumor evolution under therapy. The model, CELLO2, uses genomic and transcriptomic data from 544 glioma patients to accurately predict treatment-induced hypermutation and grade progression.

SourceHong Kong University of Science and Technology·JournalScience Translational Medicine·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateOct 10, 2023

What is the impact of predictive AI in the health care setting?

Researchers found that using predictive models in healthcare can alter relationships between patient data and outcomes, leading to further degradation. Implementing a system to track individuals impacted by machine learning predictions is crucial to maintaining model performance.

SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·JournalAnnals of Internal Medicine·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateOct 9, 2023

Interpreting large-scale medical datasets

A new generative model named scPoli enables multi-scale representations of cells and samples, facilitating the integration of high-quality large-scale datasets for novel biological insights and disease understanding. This model accelerates atlas building and usage, ultimately accelerating disease understanding and therapy development.

Researchers create a neural network for genomics—one that explains how it achieves accurate predictions

A team of New York University computer scientists created a neural network that can explain how it reaches its predictions, shedding light on the intricacies of RNA splicing. The breakthrough reveals how a small, hairpin-like structure in RNA can decrease splicing and provides new insights into the transfer of genomic information.

SourceNew York University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateOct 6, 2023

AI-driven earthquake forecasting shows promise in trials

Researchers at the University of Texas at Austin developed an AI algorithm that accurately predicted 14 earthquakes within about 200 miles of their location and strength, with only one false warning. The system detected statistical bumps in real-time seismic data and paired them with previous earthquakes to make predictions.

SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin·JournalBulletin of the Seismological Society of America·TypeCase study·DateOct 5, 2023

Unique voice print in parrots

Researchers discovered that monk parakeets possess a unique tone of voice, known as a voice print, similar to humans. This finding raises the possibility that other vocally flexible species may also have a voice print.

SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalRoyal Society Open Science·TypeObservational study·DateOct 3, 2023

FAU Engineering study employs deep learning to explain extreme events

Researchers from FAU's College of Engineering and Computer Science employ a computer-vision deep learning technique to analyze wall-bounded turbulent flows. They successfully identify the sources of extreme events in a data-driven manner, providing new insights into non-linear relationships in fluid dynamics simulations.

SourceFlorida Atlantic University·JournalPhysical Review Fluids·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateOct 2, 2023

Is AI in the eye of the beholder?

Researchers discovered that users' prior beliefs about an AI chatbot's motives significantly impact their interactions with the agent. Priming users to believe certain things about the AI's empathy, neutrality, or manipulation influences their perception of its trustworthiness and effectiveness.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalNature Machine Intelligence·DateOct 2, 2023

Can ChatGPT help us form personal narratives?

A new study found that ChatGPT-4 can generate highly accurate personal narratives based on stream-of-consciousness thoughts and demographic details. The AI model was used in conjunction with therapists to guide patients toward healthier thoughts and behaviors, suggesting a potential tool for improving therapeutic approaches.

SourceUniversity of Pennsylvania·JournalThe Journal of Positive Psychology·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 29, 2023

Dartmouth study removes human bias from debate over dinosaurs' demise

A new modeling method powered by interconnected processors removed human bias from the debate over dinosaurs' demise. The study suggests that the outpouring of climate-altering gases from the Deccan Traps alone could have been sufficient to trigger global extinction, consistent with volcanic eruptions contributing to the mass extinction.

SourceDartmouth College·JournalScience·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 28, 2023

Catch-22s of reservoir computing

Researchers have identified a major weakness in reservoir computing, a powerful machine learning tool used to model complex dynamic systems. The tool requires a lengthy warm-up time and relies on key information about the system being predicted being built in, making it challenging to accurately predict chaotic behaviors.

SourceSanta Fe Institute·JournalPhysical Review Research·DateSep 28, 2023

Drug discovery on an unprecedented scale

A recent study published in the Journal of Chemical Information and Modeling presents a significant breakthrough in accelerating giga-scale virtual screens using machine learning. The researchers successfully reduced processing time by 10-fold for 1.56 billion drug-like molecules, identifying top-scoring compounds in under ten days.

SourceUniversity of Eastern Finland·JournalJournal of Chemical Information and Modeling·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 25, 2023

AI increases precision in plant observation

Researchers at the University of Zurich developed PlantServation, a method that enables scientists to observe plants with great precision using AI and machine learning. The technique allows for the analysis of millions of images taken from various weather conditions, providing insights into how plants respond to environmental factors.

SourceUniversity of Zurich·JournalNature Communications·TypeImaging analysis·DateSep 22, 2023

Machine learning models can produce reliable results even with limited training data

Researchers from University of Cambridge and Cornell University have developed a method to build machine learning models that can understand complex equations using far less training data. This breakthrough enables the construction of more time- and cost-efficient models for physics, engineering, and climate modeling applications.

SourceUniversity of Cambridge·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateSep 19, 2023

Modernizing the Navy’s microgrids

The project aims to assess the operational resilience of microgrids on DoD installations and ships, using new operational resilience indexes developed by Lehigh University researcher Javad Khazaei. The team will develop a dashboard to monitor resilience indexes in real-time, providing recommendations for improving the systems.

Creation of training data to estimate the states of care robot users

A research team at Toyohashi University of Technology has developed a technique to create training data for robots that estimate the state of users using machine learning. The method uses a human body link model without requiring movement analysis, enabling care robots to assist elderly with reduced burden and improved safety.

SourceToyohashi University of Technology (TUT)·JournalIEEE Access·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 19, 2023

AI and machine learning can successfully diagnose polycystic ovary syndrome

Researchers found that AI/ML based programs can successfully detect PCOS with an accuracy of 80-90%, making it a promising tool for early diagnosis and reducing the burden on patients. The study suggests integrating large population-based studies with electronic health datasets to identify sensitive diagnostic biomarkers.

SourceNIH/National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences·JournalFrontiers in Endocrinology·TypeSystematic review·DateSep 18, 2023

Study: No evidence that YouTube promoted anti-vaccine content during COVID-19 pandemic

A study by researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign found that YouTube's recommendation system did not promote anti-vaccine content during the COVID-19 pandemic. The study analyzed over 27,000 video recommendations and found that users were directed to longer, more popular health-related content.

SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalJournal of Medical Internet Research·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateSep 15, 2023

Using topology, Brown researchers advance understanding of how cells organize themselves

Using computational topology, Brown researchers have developed an algorithm that profiles shapes and spatial patterns in embryos, enabling the study of how cells assemble into tissue-like architectures. The new approach uses persistence images to rapidly compare large datasets, reducing computation time from hours to seconds.

SourceBrown University·Journalnpj Systems Biology and Applications·DateSep 14, 2023

UTHealth Houston study: Unruptured brain aneurysms may be missed in routine clinical care, but AI-powered algorithm can help

A new study from UTHealth Houston finds that AI-powered algorithm can improve detection rates of unruptured cerebral aneurysms. The study used a machine learning algorithm to analyze CT angiograms and identified 36 true aneurysms, with 24 previously not referred for follow-up.

SourceUniversity of Texas Health Science Center at Houston·JournalStroke Vascular and Interventional Neurology·DateSep 13, 2023

‘Computer vision’ reveals unprecedented physical and chemical details of how a lithium-ion battery works

A new method of analyzing nanoscale X-ray movies reveals unprecedented insights into how lithium-ion batteries store and release charge. The study suggests ways to improve the efficiency of billions of nanoparticles in electrode materials, potentially leading to faster-charging batteries.

SourceDOE/SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 13, 2023

Researchers discover genes behind antibiotic resistance in deadly superbug infections

Australian researchers analyzed over 1,300 Golden staph strains, linking specific genes to antibiotic resistance and the bacteria's ability to linger in the bloodstream. The study highlights the diagnostic power of integrating clinical and genomic data to develop targeted solutions for deadly superbug infections.

SourceThe Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity·JournalCell Reports·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateSep 12, 2023

Scientists studied optimal multi-impulse linear rendezvous via reinforcement learning

Researchers propose a reinforcement learning-based approach to optimize multi-impulse linear rendezvous trajectories, achieving faster computation times and improved fuel efficiency compared to traditional numerical optimization methods. The algorithm uses an actor-critic architecture and advantage-weighted learning to accelerate train...

SourceBeijing Institute of Technology Press Co., Ltd·JournalSpace: Science & Technology·DateSep 12, 2023

Large amounts of sedentary time linked with higher risk of dementia in older adults, study shows

A new study published in JAMA found that adults over 60 who spend more than 10 hours a day engaging in sedentary behaviors like sitting are at increased risk of developing dementia. The study used wearable accelerometers to track physical activity and found that the total time spent sedentary each day was a significant predictor of dem...

SourceUniversity of Southern California·JournalJAMA·TypeObservational study·DateSep 12, 2023

Drug approvals in clinical trials were correlated with the cells/humans discrepancy in gene perturbation effects

A recent study has successfully predicted potential drug outcomes and side effects by analyzing the discrepancy in gene perturbation effects between cells and humans. Researchers used machine learning to forecast drug approvals, improving reliability over conventional methods that only consider chemical properties.

Machine learning contributes to better quantum error correction

Researchers from RIKEN Center for Quantum Computing have used machine learning to perform efficient quantum error correction using an autonomous system that can determine the best corrections despite being approximate. Machine learning plays a crucial role in addressing large-scale quantum computation and optimization challenges.

SourceRIKEN·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 7, 2023

Better paths yield better AI

Researchers from Bar-Ilan University improved AI classification tasks by choosing the most influential path to the output, rather than learning with deeper networks. This approach can enhance existing architectures and pave the way for improved AI systems without additional layers.

SourceBar-Ilan University·JournalScientific Reports·DateAug 31, 2023

Acting fast when an epidemic hits

A team of researchers at the University of Waterloo and Dalhousie University have developed a method for forecasting short-term disease progression using limited data. The Sparsity and Delay Embedding-based Forecasting model, or SPADE4, uses machine learning to predict epidemic progressions with high accuracy.

SourceUniversity of Waterloo·JournalBulletin of Mathematical Biology·DateAug 31, 2023

Tracking drivers’ eyes can determine ability to take back control from ‘auto-pilot’ mode

A new method can detect drivers' attention levels from their eye movements, enabling the development of more effective takeover signals. The study found that drivers who are engrossed in on-screen activities take longer to respond to warnings, highlighting a potential safety concern.

SourceUniversity College London·JournalCognitive Research Principles and Implications·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 30, 2023

Energy storage in molecules

A team of researchers has discovered a particularly efficient molecular structure for solar energy storage materials, which could lead to more efficient solar energy harvesting. The new molecules were identified by screening over 400,000 molecules with the help of machine learning and quantum computing.

SourceWiley·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateAug 30, 2023

AI helps ID cancer risk factors

A novel study from the University of South Australia identified 84 features that could signal increased cancer risk in a dataset of 459,169 UK Biobank participants. The study found several biomarkers linked to cancer risk, including urinary microalbumin and high levels of cystatin C.

SourceUniversity of South Australia·JournalEuropean Journal of Clinical Investigation·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateAug 30, 2023