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Machine learning can support urban planning for energy use

Researchers at Drexel University developed a machine learning model to predict Philadelphia's future energy use based on zoning decisions and building characteristics. The model uses two machine learning programs to tease out patterns from massive datasets and make projections about future energy consumption.

SourceDrexel University·JournalEnergy and Buildings·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMay 4, 2023
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

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Team led by Columbia University wins $20M NSF grant to develop AI Institute for Artificial and Natural Intelligence

The National Science Foundation has awarded Columbia University a $20 million grant to establish the AI Institute for Artificial and Natural Intelligence (ARNI), an interdisciplinary center focused on connecting AI systems to brain research. ARNI will bring together top researchers from across the U.S. to advance neuroscience, cognitiv...

SourceColumbia University School of Engineering and Applied Science·DateMay 4, 2023

Engineering molecular interactions with machine learning

Researchers at EPFL have computationally designed novel protein binders that attach seamlessly to key targets, including the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein, using deep learning-generated 'fingerprints' to characterize millions of protein fragments. This method demonstrates therapeutic potential for rapidly designing protein-based therapeutics.

SourceEcole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne·JournalNature·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMay 4, 2023

UMD leads new $20M NSF Institute for Trustworthy AI in Law and Society

The UMD-led TRAILS institute will develop AI technologies that promote trust and mitigate risks through broader participation, new technology development, and informed governance. The institute aims to create AI systems that align with values and interests of diverse groups, leading to increased transparency, reliability, and accountab...

SourceUniversity of Maryland·DateMay 4, 2023
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Predict what a mouse sees by decoding brain signals

The CEBRA algorithm captures brain dynamics with high accuracy, allowing for the prediction of complex information such as visual stimuli and arm movements in primates. By analyzing brain signals alone, researchers can decode hidden structure in data, enabling new insights into how the brain processes information.

SourceEcole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne·JournalNature·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMay 3, 2023

Classifying cancer cells to predict metastatic potential

A deep learning model has been developed to classify cancer cells into distinct types, enabling accurate prediction of metastatic potential. The tool achieves high accuracy and is simple to use, making it a promising solution for medical practitioners.

SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalAPL Machine Learning·DateMay 2, 2023

Deep neural network provides robust detection of disease biomarkers in real time

A deep neural network developed by researchers at the University of California - Santa Cruz has been shown to accurately classify particle signals with 99.8% accuracy in real-time. The system can identify weak or noisy signals and pinpoint their source, making it suitable for point-of-care applications.

SourceUniversity of California - Santa Cruz·JournalScientific Reports·DateMay 2, 2023
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AI in medical imaging could magnify health inequities, study finds

A study by University of Maryland School of Medicine found that AI algorithms used in medical imaging lack demographic data and bias evaluations. This can exacerbate existing health disparities worldwide. Researchers encourage future competitions to prioritize fairness among different groups.

SourceUniversity of Maryland School of Medicine·JournalNature Medicine·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMay 2, 2023

Machine translation for cuneiform tablets

A new machine learning model can automatically translate Akkadian text written in cuneiform into English, with the first version using Latin transliteration achieving satisfactory results. The program is effective for translating short sentences and can be used as part of a human-machine collaboration to correct and refine its output.

SourcePNAS Nexus·JournalPNAS Nexus·DateMay 2, 2023

GAME-Net: a graph neural network for fast evaluation of the adsorption energy in heterogeneous catalysis

Researchers developed GAME-Net, a graph neural network that rapidly evaluates adsorption energy for large molecules like plastics and biomass. The model achieves accuracy comparable to density functional theory (DFT) while utilizing simple molecular representations.

SourceInstitute of Chemical Research of Catalonia (ICIQ)·JournalNature Computational Science·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMay 2, 2023
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)

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High school student researchers find new brain tumor drug targets using AI

Three high school students co-authored a paper using AI engine PandaOmics to discover new therapeutic targets for glioblastoma multiforme, a common and aggressive malignant brain tumor. The study identified three genes strongly correlated with both aging and glioblastoma as potential therapeutic targets.

SourceInSilico Medicine·JournalAging-US·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMay 2, 2023

‘Raw’ data show AI signals mirror how the brain listens and learns

Scientists measured brain waves in participants and artificial intelligence systems to reveal similarities in how the brain interprets speech. The study provides a window into the operation of AI systems, which have been advancing rapidly but remain largely opaque.

SourceUniversity of California - Berkeley·JournalScientific Reports·DateMay 2, 2023

Researchers develop clever algorithm to improve our understanding of particle beams in accelerators

A team of scientists at SLAC and Argonne National Laboratory has developed an algorithm that pairs machine-learning techniques with classical beam physics equations to precisely predict a particle beam's distribution of positions and velocities. This detailed information will help improve experimental reliability, especially at higher ...

SourceDOE/SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateMay 1, 2023
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Lithography-free photonic chip offers speed and accuracy for artificial intelligence

Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Engineering and Applied Science have created a photonic device that provides programmable on-chip information processing without lithography. This breakthrough enables superior accuracy and flexibility for AI applications, overcoming limitations of traditional electronic systems.

SourceUniversity of Pennsylvania School of Engineering and Applied Science·JournalNature Photonics·DateMay 1, 2023

Scientists create high-resolution poverty maps using big data

A team of researchers from the Complexity Science Hub and Central European University created more-detailed poverty maps for Sierra Leone and Uganda, identifying poor areas with greater accuracy. The maps use a combination of survey information, satellite imagery, and social media data to provide a more accurate picture of wealth distr...

SourceComplexity Science Hub·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 30, 2023

Deep-learning system explores materials’ interiors from the outside

A new MIT deep-learning system can analyze the internal structure and properties of materials based solely on their surface conditions. The technique uses vast amounts of simulated data to generate reliable predictions, offering a promising solution for engineers seeking non-invasive insights into material properties.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalAdvanced Materials·DateApr 28, 2023
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Structured exploration allows biological brains to learn faster than AI

Researchers at Sainsbury Wellcome Centre found that instinctual exploratory runs enable mice to learn a map of the world efficiently. The study demonstrates how biological brains can learn faster and more efficiently than AI agents by focusing on salient objects.

SourceSainsbury Wellcome Centre·JournalNeuron·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 28, 2023

Machine learning helps scientists identify the environmental preferences of microbes

Researchers used machine learning to identify bacterial environmental pH preferences from genomic data, enabling quicker growth of finicky bacteria in labs. This technique may also improve agricultural practices by ensuring inoculants are adapted to local pH levels, supporting native prairie restoration and plant growth.

SourceUniversity of Colorado at Boulder·JournalScience Advances·DateApr 28, 2023

AI in the ICU

A team of researchers from Carnegie Mellon University has developed an AI-based system to help clinicians make decisions quickly and precisely in the ICU. The system, called the AI Clinician Explorer, provides recommendations for treating sepsis based on data from over 18,000 patients.

SourceCarnegie Mellon University·DateApr 27, 2023
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C)

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School of Science researchers use AI to innovate insect discovery

A team of IUPUI researchers has developed an AI-powered approach to classify insect species, tackling the challenge of discovering new species. The method uses deep hierarchical Bayesian learning to distinguish between known and unknown species, providing insight into their taxonomy and ecosystem impacts.

SourceIndiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis School of Science·JournalMethods in Ecology and Evolution·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 27, 2023

Improving the mapping, predictability of landslides

Scientists are developing a high-resolution landslides susceptibility map to forecast future landslides in eastern Oklahoma. The project uses remote sensing data, machine learning, and LiDAR topographic data to understand the causes, mechanics, and associated hazards of landslides.

SourceUniversity of Oklahoma·DateApr 27, 2023

Local holographic transformations: tractability and hardness

Recent research on local holographic transformations has improved the tractability of counting problems, enabling new approaches to complexity classification. The study reveals the potential of these transformations as a tool for proving hardness in various frameworks.

SourceHigher Education Press·JournalFrontiers of Computer Science·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 27, 2023
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor

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Roadmap to fair AI: revealing biases in AI models for medical imaging

A team of experts identified 29 sources of bias in AI/ML models for medical imaging, including data collection, preparation, and deployment. The study provides a comprehensive roadmap for mitigating these biases and ensuring fairness, equity, and trust in AI/ML models.

SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalJournal of Medical Imaging·DateApr 26, 2023

Benchmarking deep-learning methods for more accurate plant-phenotyping

Researchers develop imaging-based computer algorithms to boost crop-breeding data using self-supervised contrastive learning methods, outperforming conventional supervised approaches. The study uses wheat as a model crop and finds that these new methods can improve plant phenotyping accuracy and scalability.

SourceNanjing Agricultural University The Academy of Science·JournalPlant Phenomics·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 26, 2023

Stereotypical gender roles thrive on film

A recent study analyzing 34 Hollywood films found that stereotypical gender roles persist, with men depicted as aggressive and powerful, and women as loving and caring. However, the analysis also showed a significant increase in female representation over the past two decades.

SourceAbo Akademi University·JournalHumanities and Social Sciences Communications·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateApr 26, 2023
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Argonne’s self-driving lab accelerates the discovery process for materials with multiple applications

Researchers at Argonne National Laboratory have developed a self-driving laboratory called Polybot, which automates electronic polymer research and frees scientists' time to work on tasks only humans can accomplish. The tool combines AI and robotics to streamline experimental processes and accelerate discovery.

SourceDOE/Argonne National Laboratory·JournalChemistry of Materials·DateApr 25, 2023

Cryo-imaging lifts the lid on fuel cell catalyst layers

Researchers at EPFL have developed a novel imaging technique using cryogenic transmission electron tomography and deep learning to visualize the nanostructure of platinum catalyst layers in fuel cells. This breakthrough reveals the heterogenous thickness of ionomer, a crucial component that influences catalyst performance.

SourceEcole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne·JournalNature Catalysis·TypeImaging analysis·DateApr 24, 2023

UGA researchers use AI to discover new planet outside solar system

Researchers at the University of Georgia have confirmed evidence of a previously unknown planet outside our solar system using machine learning tools. The discovery highlights the potential for artificial intelligence to enhance scientists' work and speed up analysis, with the potential to dramatically expand exoplanet discoveries.

SourceUniversity of Georgia·JournalThe Astrophysical Journal·DateApr 24, 2023

Machine learning-aided scoring of synthesis difficulties for designer chromosomes

A machine learning framework predicts and quantifies chromosome synthesis difficulties, providing guidance for optimizing design and synthesis processes. The model achieved high accuracy and predictive ability, enabling the development of a Synthesis difficulty Index to explain causes of synthesis difficulties.

SourceScience China Press·JournalScience China Life Sciences·DateApr 24, 2023

Sliding out of my DMs: young social media users help train machine learning program to flag unsafe sexual conversations on Instagram

Researchers trained a machine learning program using data from over 5 million direct messages, annotated by 150 adolescents who experienced uncomfortable or unsafe conversations. The technology can quickly flag risky DMs and is intended to address rising trends of child sexual exploitation.

SourceDrexel University·JournalProceedings of the ACM on Human-Computer Interaction·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 24, 2023
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Putting hydrogen on solid ground: Simulations with a machine learning model predict a new phase of solid hydrogen

Researchers used a machine learning model to simulate the behavior of hydrogen atoms at high pressures, discovering a new phase that was missed by previous theories and experiments. The discovery has sparked further investigation into the properties of solid hydrogen under extreme conditions.

SourceUniversity of Illinois Grainger College of Engineering·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateApr 21, 2023

Study shows how machine learning can identify social grooming behavior from acceleration signals in wild baboons

Researchers tracked social grooming behavior in wild baboons using collars-mounted accelerometers, identifying and quantifying giving and receiving grooming with high accuracy. The study's findings have important implications for the study of social behavior in animals, particularly non-human primates.

SourceSwansea University·JournalRoyal Society Open Science·TypeObservational study·DateApr 21, 2023

Is Deep Learning a necessary ingredient for Artificial Intelligence?

Researchers at Bar-Ilan University have discovered that efficient learning on artificial shallow architectures can achieve the same classification success rates as deep learning architectures, but with less computational complexity. This breakthrough has significant implications for the development of unique hardware and advanced GPU t...

SourceBar-Ilan University·JournalScientific Reports·DateApr 20, 2023
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.

Separating mining explosions from earthquakes in South Korea

A recent study identified over 182,000 small seismic events in South Korea, with 135,000 related to mining explosions. The researchers used machine learning techniques to analyze data from 421 seismic stations and found distinct patterns that allowed them to distinguish between microseismic events and earthquakes.

SourceSeismological Society of America·TypeObservational study·DateApr 20, 2023

Reinforcement learning: From board games to protein design

Researchers successfully applied reinforcement learning to protein design, creating proteins with improved antibody generation and accurate nano-structures. The approach may lead to more potent vaccines and novel applications in regenerative medicine.

SourceUniversity of Washington School of Medicine/UW Medicine·JournalScience·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 20, 2023
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A computer-assisted procedure classifies ataxia-related speech disturbances

Researchers have developed a computer-assisted method to automate the assessment of speech severity in ataxia patients, achieving an 80% hit rate. The new methodology leverages artificial intelligence and could simplify procedures for determining ataxia severity, facilitating research and clinical practice.

SourceDZNE - German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases·Journalnpj Digital Medicine·TypeObservational study·DateApr 18, 2023

Epic sepsis model’s ability to predict depends on hospital factors

A recent study found that the Epic sepsis model's accuracy in predicting sepsis onset depends on hospital factors such as sepsis incidence and multiple health conditions. The model performed worse in hospitals with higher rates of these conditions, suggesting it may be more useful in lower-acuity settings.

SourceMichigan Medicine - University of Michigan·JournalJAMA Internal Medicine·DateApr 18, 2023

Warming climate will affect streamflow in the northeast

A new Dartmouth study examines how changes in precipitation and temperature due to global warming affect streamflow and flooding in the Northeast. The research finds that a warmer climate will lead to increased streamflow and higher flood risk, particularly if soils become wetter and more prone to heavy rainfall events.

SourceDartmouth College·JournalJAWRA Journal of the American Water Resources Association·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 17, 2023

No magic number for time it takes to form habits

A new machine learning study found that habit formation varies in time for different behaviors, such as gym-going and hand-washing. The study analyzed data from over 30,000 gymgoers and 3,000 hospital workers, revealing factors like past behavior and time since last visit played significant roles.

SourceCalifornia Institute of Technology·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateApr 17, 2023

Using machine learning to find reliable and low-cost solar cells

Using high-throughput experiments and machine learning-based algorithms, researchers forecast the behavior of hybrid perovskites with high accuracy. The study aims to find materials that combine high-efficiency performance with resilience to environmental conditions.

SourceUniversity of California - Davis·JournalACS Energy Letters·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 17, 2023
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Machine learning can help to flag risky messages on Instagram while preserving users’ privacy

A machine learning program can spot risky conversations on Instagram by analyzing metadata clues, such as conversation length and participant engagement. The system was 87% accurate in identifying risky chats using sparse and anonymous details from over 17,000 private chats.

SourceDrexel University·JournalProceedings of the ACM on Human-Computer Interaction·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 17, 2023
Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars

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Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology and MIT researchers develop a natural and comfortable “seamless-walk” virtual reality locomotion system

A new VR locomotion system, Seamless-walk, offers a natural and comfortable experience without equipment or body pose recording. It uses high-resolution foot pressure imprints and machine learning to estimate the user's direction and movement speed.

SourceGIST (Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology)·JournalVirtual Reality·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 11, 2023

It’s all in the wrist: Energy-efficient robot hand learns how not to drop the ball

Researchers at the University of Cambridge designed a soft robotic hand that can grasp a range of objects using passive movement and tactile sensors. The hand successfully grasped 11 of 14 objects in tests, including a peach, computer mouse, and roll of bubble wrap, demonstrating its ability to predict when it might drop an object.

SourceUniversity of Cambridge·JournalAdvanced Intelligent Systems·DateApr 11, 2023

Scientists create model to predict depression and anxiety using artificial intelligence and social media

Researchers at the University of São Paulo used artificial intelligence and Twitter to develop a database and models that can detect depression and anxiety before clinical diagnosis. The study found that BERT performed best in predicting depression and anxiety, with a statistically significant difference from LogReg.

SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·DateApr 10, 2023

Four different autism subtypes identified in brain study

A new study from Weill Cornell Medicine has identified four clinically distinct groups of people with autism spectrum disorder, each with unique brain connection patterns and behavioral traits. The findings highlight the potential for personalized therapies tailored to individual subgroups, which may lead to more effective treatments.

SourceWeill Cornell Medicine·JournalNature Neuroscience·DateApr 7, 2023

Optimizing sepsis treatment timing with a machine learning model

A new machine learning model estimates optimal treatment timing for sepsis, taking into account vital signs and lab test results to predict patient survival. The model was trained on a dataset of over 14,000 individuals with sepsis and showed improved outcomes when actual treatment matched the recommended timeline.

SourceOhio State University·JournalNature Machine Intelligence·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 6, 2023
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New study shows the potential of machine learning in the early identification of people with inflammatory arthritis

A Swansea University study reveals the potential of machine learning in identifying Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) patients, reducing diagnosis delays from eight years to earlier. The research uses a national data repository to develop a predictive model for AS detection, empowering GPs to refer patients more efficiently.

SourceSwansea University·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateApr 5, 2023

Cracking the puzzle of lower respiratory tract infections in children

Researchers at CZ Biohub SF developed a new diagnostic method for LRTI in children, leveraging machine learning and genomics to identify pathogens with high accuracy. The method uses metagenomic sequencing data to analyze gene expression and microbial abundance, providing a more holistic approach to diagnosing the condition.

SourceChan Zuckerberg Biohub·JournalJournal of Clinical Investigation·DateApr 5, 2023

International study shows link between brain age and stroke outcomes

A new study published in Neurology shows that younger brain age is associated with superior post-stroke outcomes, suggesting a potential biomarker for stroke rehabilitation. The research team used multi-site data sets and 3D brain structural MRIs to analyze the relationship between brain age and stroke recovery.

SourceKeck School of Medicine of USC·JournalNeurology·TypeObservational study·DateApr 5, 2023