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Using artificial intelligence to design innovative materials

Max Planck scientists explore the possibilities of artificial intelligence in materials science, discussing how combining physics-based modeling with AI can unlock complex material designs. The research focuses on overcoming limitations of traditional methods and handling sparse, noisy data.

SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalNature Computational Science·TypeSystematic review·DateApr 3, 2023
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.

Smart watches could predict higher risk of heart failure

A new study published in The European Heart Journal – Digital Health found that smart watch data can predict a higher risk of developing heart failure and irregular heart rhythms. Researchers used machine learning to analyze ECG recordings from wearable devices and identified extra beats as indicators of increased cardiovascular risk.

SourceUniversity College London·JournalEuropean Heart Journal - Digital Health·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateApr 3, 2023

Speedy and highly accurate prediction of flow phenomena

Researchers developed a high-speed prediction model combining physical simulations and machine learning, achieving high accuracy without compromising computation time. The technology uses correspondence between input physical conditions and abstract data space handled by machine learning algorithms.

SourceJapan Science and Technology Agency·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateApr 3, 2023

A method for designing neural networks optimally suited for certain tasks

MIT researchers discovered unconventional activation functions that enable optimal neural network performance, leading to better classification on various datasets. The findings suggest that selecting the correct activation function can significantly improve data accuracy in machine learning applications.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateMar 30, 2023
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.

Machine learning models rank predictive risks for Alzheimer’s disease

A recent study found that genetic risk scores are more predictive of Alzheimer's disease in adults over 65 than age. The study used machine learning models to rank risk factors, including household income, which emerged as an important risk factor. The findings suggest considering genetic information when working on Alzheimer's disease.

SourceOhio State University·JournalScientific Reports·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMar 30, 2023

Prototype taps into the sensing capabilities of any smartphone to screen for prediabetes

Researchers at the University of Washington developed GlucoScreen, a new system that leverages smartphone capacitive touch sensing to measure blood glucose levels. The system's accuracy is comparable to standard glucometer testing, making it potentially less costly and more accessible for widespread screening.

SourceUniversity of Washington·JournalProceedings of the ACM on Interactive Mobile Wearable and Ubiquitous Technologies·DateMar 30, 2023

AI predicts enzyme function better than leading tools

A new AI tool, CLEAN, can predict enzyme functions based on amino acid sequences, outperforming leading state-of-the-art tools in accuracy and reliability. The tool was developed using contrastive learning and verified experimentally with both computational and in vitro experiments.

SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalScience·DateMar 30, 2023

CSU machine learning model helps forecasters improve confidence in storm prediction

A machine learning model developed by Colorado State University researchers has been tested with forecasters at the Storm Prediction Center to improve medium-range severe weather forecasts. The tool provides a probabilistic measure of hazardous weather events, such as tornadoes and hail, four to eight days in advance.

SourceColorado State University·JournalWeather and Forecasting·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 29, 2023
SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB

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When it comes to neural networks learning motion, it’s all relative

Researchers developed a deep learning approach to recognize and predict motion using vector-based relative change in position. The method, VecNet+LSTM, scored higher than other frameworks in recognizing motion and predicting future movements. This study has implications for machine learning in video analysis and artificial intelligence.

SourceIntelligent Computing·JournalIntelligent Computing·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 29, 2023

AI could set a new bar for designing hurricane-resistant buildings

Researchers at NIST have developed a new method of digitally simulating hurricanes using AI techniques, accurately representing the trajectory and wind speeds of real storms. The simulations can help develop improved guidelines for building design in hurricane-prone regions.

SourceNational Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)·JournalArtificial Intelligence for the Earth Systems·DateMar 29, 2023

Probe where the protons go to develop better fuel cells

A team led by Professor Yoshihiro Yamazaki from Kyushu University discovered the chemical innerworkings of a perovskite-based electrolyte developed for solid oxide fuel cells. By combining synchrotron radiation analysis, large-scale simulations, machine learning, and thermogravimetric analysis, they found that protons are introduced at...

SourceKyushu University·JournalChemistry of Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 28, 2023
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.

Using virtual reality to investigate autism’s neural network dynamics

Researchers developed a VR imaging system to measure neural activity in mouse brains during behavior, revealing abnormalities in cortical functional network dynamics associated with autism. The system successfully distinguished between autism model mice and wild-type mice based on their brain network patterns.

SourceKobe University·JournalCell Reports·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 28, 2023

Machine learning combines with multispectral infrared imaging to guide cancer surgery

A new technique combines machine learning with short-wave infrared fluorescence imaging to detect precise tumor boundaries with higher accuracy than traditional methods. The approach achieved a remarkable per-pixel classification accuracy of 97.5 percent and demonstrated robustness against changes in imaging conditions.

SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalJournal of Biomedical Optics·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 27, 2023

Forget about it: investigating how we purge thoughts from our mind

Scientists have identified distinct mechanisms by which people remove information from their working memory and found that forgetting requires much effort. They also discovered four brain networks that activate when memories are maintained or purged through different mechanisms.

SourceCognitive Neuroscience Society·DateMar 26, 2023

The evolution of a catalyst

A team of researchers used a genetic algorithm to discover an organic catalyst for the Morita–Baylis–Hillman reaction, which outperformed traditional catalysts. The computational method suggested new molecular structures that were not present in the initial population, leading to a novel discovery.

SourceWiley·JournalAngewandte Chemie International Edition·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 23, 2023
Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope

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Shining a light into the ‘‘black box’’ of AI

An international team developed a novel method for evaluating AI interpretability methods to decipher the basis of AI reasoning and possible biases. The approach helps users understand what influences AI results and whether they can be trusted, especially in medical applications where AI-powered decisions can impact health and lives.

SourceUniversité de Genève·JournalNature Machine Intelligence·TypeNews article·DateMar 21, 2023

Development of technologies for automatic measurement and non-destructive observation of stomata in Arabidopsis thaliana

Researchers developed an image analysis algorithm that can automatically measure Arabidopsis thaliana stomatal aperture with high accuracy and speed. The technology also includes a portable imaging device for non-destructive observation using intact plants, allowing for rapid measurement of subtle changes in stomatal aperture.

SourceInstitute of Transformative Bio-Molecules (ITbM), Nagoya University·JournalPlant and Cell Physiology·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 20, 2023
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.

New machine-learning approach enables to identify one molecule in a billion molecules selectively with graphene sensors

Researchers developed a machine learning model that maps graphene-gas molecule van der Waals complex bonding evolution for selective gas detection. The model achieved 100% accuracy in distinguishing between different atmospheric environments, showcasing its potential for environmental monitoring and non-invasive medical diagnosis.

SourceJapan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology·JournalSensors and Actuators B Chemical·DateMar 17, 2023
Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars

Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars deliver bright, sharp views for wildlife surveys, eclipse chases, and quick star-field scans at dark sites.

Low-cost device can measure air pollution anywhere

A low-cost, open-source device called Flatburn can measure air pollution using 3D printing or inexpensive parts. Researchers have tested and calibrated it against existing state-of-the-art machines, making it suitable for community groups and individual citizens to track local air quality.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalAtmospheric Environment·DateMar 16, 2023

Could AI-powered object recognition technology help solve wheat disease?

A University of Illinois project uses AI-powered object recognition to quantify kernel damage in wheat, enabling faster disease analysis and improved resistance. The technology has shown promising results, with potential for an online portal to automate scoring and support breeders in their efforts to eliminate fusarium head blight.

SourceUniversity of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences·JournalThe Plant Phenome Journal·DateMar 15, 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.

Self-driven laboratory, AlphaFlow, speeds chemical discovery

Researchers developed a self-driven lab, AlphaFlow, that uses AI to optimize complex chemical reactions and discover new materials. The system significantly reduces the time needed to develop new chemistries from months to hours.

SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 15, 2023

Machine learning helps researchers separate compostable from conventional plastic waste with ‘very high’ accuracy

Researchers developed classification models using machine learning to accurately sort different types of compostable and biodegradable plastics from conventional ones. The technique achieved perfect accuracy for larger samples but showed some variability with smaller ones, highlighting its potential for industrial-scale implementation.

SourceFrontiers·JournalFrontiers in Sustainability·TypeImaging analysis·DateMar 14, 2023
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.

Providing clinicians with an AI sidekick to help to identify cirrhosis

Researchers developed a deep learning-based AI model to automate cirrhosis identification using large amounts of data from EHRs. The model successfully identified patients with cirrhosis with a precision of 97%, offering potential for early diagnosis and improved management of the disease.

SourceMedical University of South Carolina·JournalJournal of Clinical Gastroenterology·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 13, 2023

Neural network learns how to identify chromatid cohesion defects

A cross-disciplinary team developed a convolutional neural network to analyze microscopy images of chromosomes with cohesion defects. The algorithm achieved 73.1% accuracy in classifying new images, streamlining experiments with chromosome analysis.

SourceTokyo Metropolitan University·JournalScientific Reports·DateMar 11, 2023

Celebrity sightings have a built-in contradiction

A University of California, Riverside study found that people's memories for celebrity faces are sharper but less accurate than those for non-celebrity faces. This 'variance-bias tradeoff' suggests that humans prioritize precision over accuracy to accommodate the natural variability in face recognition.

SourceUniversity of California - Riverside·JournalPsychonomic Bulletin & Review·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 8, 2023

Viable superconducting material created in University of Rochester lab

Researchers at the University of Rochester have created a nitrogen-doped lutetium hydride that exhibits superconductivity at 69 degrees Fahrenheit and 10 kilobars of pressure. This breakthrough material has the potential to enable practical applications, as it reduces the required pressure for superconductivity to occur.

SourceUniversity of Rochester·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 8, 2023
Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter

Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter is a trusted meter for precise measurements during instrument integration, repairs, and field diagnostics.

Counting heads: how deep learning can simplify tedious agricultural tasks

Machine learning models can automatically detect individual heads on grain crops in images taken from drones, providing a simpler alternative to manual counting. The study provides a detailed pipeline outlining the use of these models, covering data preparation, model validation, inference, and yield-specific metrics.

SourceNanjing Agricultural University The Academy of Science·JournalPlant Phenomics·DateMar 7, 2023
Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm)

Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm) tracks health metrics and safety alerts during long observing sessions, fieldwork, and remote expeditions.

Study examines potential use of machine learning for sustainable development of biomass

A new study led by Yale School of the Environment researchers examines the application of machine learning in the sustainable development of biomass. The study found that machine learning has not been applied across the entire life cycle of biomass-derived materials (BDM), limiting its ability to advance research and development.

SourceYale University·JournalResources Conservation and Recycling·DateMar 7, 2023

Join us at #DiscoverBMB 2023 for the latest molecular life sciences research

The American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology annual meeting will explore cutting-edge approaches in biochemistry and molecular biology. Leading experts will discuss the latest discoveries and advancements in fields such as AI, RNA regulation, and carbohydrates in health and disease.

SourceAmerican Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology·DateMar 7, 2023

Can artificial intelligence help find life on Mars or icy worlds?

Researchers used AI to map sparse life hidden in salt domes, rocks, and crystals at Salar de Pajonales, a Martian analog. The study found that microbial life is concentrated in patchy biological hotspots linked to water availability, and AI can detect biosignatures up to 87.5% of the time.

SourceSETI Institute·JournalNature Astronomy·DateMar 6, 2023

News you can use—to better predict food crisis outbreaks

A new machine learning model developed by NYU researchers can predict food crises up to 12 months in advance by analyzing news articles and their frequency. The model shows a high correlation between news coverage and on-the-ground occurrences of risk factors, indicating its potential as an early-warning system.

SourceNew York University·JournalScience Advances·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 3, 2023
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.

Machine learning to identify cancer type-specific driver mutations for the development of new drug targets and treatment strategies

A POSTECH research team developed a machine learning model that accurately predicts cancer type-specific driver mutations, shedding light on distinct pathological mechanisms across various tumors. The model's performance outperformed current leading methods of detection, with better accuracy and sensitivity.

SourcePohang University of Science & Technology (POSTECH)·JournalBriefings in Bioinformatics·DateMar 2, 2023

New study shows how machine learning can improve care for people with Rett syndrome

A new study published in PLOS One demonstrates the potential of machine learning and artificial intelligence to aid in the development of new treatments for Rett syndrome. The researchers used a wearable electronic chest patch to monitor cardiac activity and movement, and developed an algorithm that identified patterns specific to seve...

SourceEmory Health Sciences·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeObservational study·DateMar 1, 2023

Artificial Intelligence from a psychologist’s point of view

GPT-3 performs nearly on par with humans in decision-making but struggles with causal reasoning and information search. The language model's limitations may be due to its passive information-gathering approach, highlighting the need for active interaction with the world to achieve human-like intelligence.

SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateMar 1, 2023

Predicting outbreak of ALS disease with AI methods

Bielefeld University researchers developed an AI method using Capsule Networks to analyze genotype profiles of 3,000 ALS patients, achieving 87% accuracy in predicting whether or not people will develop ALS. The study reveals over 900 genes that play a role in identifying the disease.

SourceBielefeld University·JournalNature Machine Intelligence·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateFeb 28, 2023
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.

Researchers’ model for TV ad scheduling reaps revenue increase for networks

A team of researchers from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute has developed a system to optimize TV ad scheduling, resulting in a 3-5% revenue increase for networks. The model combines mathematical programming and machine learning to assign ads to specific breaks and positions.

SourceRensselaer Polytechnic Institute·JournalOperations Research·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateFeb 28, 2023

How to predict city traffic

A new machine learning model can predict city traffic activity in different zones of cities, enabling targeted responses from policymakers. Understanding people's mobility patterns is crucial for improving urban traffic flow, and the model provides insights into urban interactions.

SourceComplexity Science Hub·JournalScientific Reports·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateFeb 28, 2023

Hackers could try to take over a military aircraft; can a cyber shuffle stop them?

Researchers at Sandia National Laboratories and Purdue University have developed a technique called moving target defense to protect against hackers taking control of military jets. This approach involves shuffling network addresses to make it difficult for attackers to access critical systems.

SourceDOE/Sandia National Laboratories·JournalIEEE Transactions on Dependable and Secure Computing·DateFeb 27, 2023

Building an ideal knowledge management system

The K-EMERGE project aims to capture data from textbooks and human experts, combining them using deep-learning AI-based Natural Language Processing (NLP) and cognitive architecture modeling. The system learns continuously to evaluate and enhance the integrity of the data.

SourceSingapore Management University·DateFeb 24, 2023
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) runs demanding GIS, imaging, and annotation workflows on the go for surveys, briefings, and lab notebooks.

Digital markers near-perfect for predicting dementia

A novel ensemble learning model has achieved an accuracy of 96 percent in predicting mild cognitive impairment and dementia in older drivers. The two most influential driving variables are the right to left turn ratio and the number of hard braking events.

SourceColumbia University's Mailman School of Public Health·JournalArtificial Intelligence in Medicine·DateFeb 23, 2023

How digital twins could protect manufacturers from cyberattacks

A new cybersecurity framework uses digital twin technology, machine learning, and human expertise to detect cyberattacks in manufacturing processes. The framework analyzes continuous data streams from physical machines and their digital twins to identify irregularities and flag potential threats.

SourceNational Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)·JournalIEEE Transactions on Automation Science and Engineering·DateFeb 23, 2023

Mystical and insightful psychedelic experience may improve mental health

Researchers found that individuals who scored high on questionnaires assessing mystical and insightful nature of their psychedelic experiences reported improvements in anxiety and depression symptoms. A challenging experience while on these substances was also beneficial, especially in the context of mystical and insightful experiences.

SourceOhio State University·JournalJournal of Affective Disorders·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateFeb 23, 2023
AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope

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Artificial intelligence conjures proteins that speed up chemical reactions

Researchers used machine-learning algorithms to design new light-emitting enzymes called luciferases that can efficiently recognize specific chemicals and emit light. This breakthrough could lead to custom enzymes for a wide range of applications in biotechnology, medicine, environmental remediation, and manufacturing.

SourceUniversity of Washington School of Medicine/UW Medicine·JournalNature·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateFeb 22, 2023

Neuromorphic camera and machine learning aid nanoscopic imaging

Scientists at IISc develop neuromorphic camera that uses machine learning to pinpoint objects smaller than 50 nanometers in size, enabling nanoscale precision in biological processes, chemistry, and physics. The technique combines optical microscopy with the neuromorphic camera and machine learning algorithms.

SourceIndian Institute of Science (IISc)·JournalNature Nanotechnology·DateFeb 21, 2023