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Deep learning tool identifies bacteria in micrographs

Omnipose, a deep learning software, can identify various types of tiny objects in micrographs with high precision, including bacteria of all shapes and sizes. It overcomes limitations of previous approaches by handling object overlap and detecting cell intoxication, making it a game-changer for biological image analysis.

SourceUniversity of Washington School of Medicine/UW Medicine·JournalNature Methods·TypeImaging analysis·DateOct 17, 2022

Are smartwatch health apps to detect atrial fibrillation smart enough?

A study published in the Canadian Journal of Cardiology found that smartwatch health apps detecting atrial fibrillation generated a high rate of false positives and inconclusive results, especially in patients with certain cardiac conditions. Better algorithms and machine learning may help improve the accuracy of these devices.

SourceElsevier·JournalCanadian Journal of Cardiology·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 12, 2022

Illinois Tech researchers extract personal information from anonymous cell phone data using machine learning, raising data security and privacy concerns

A team of Illinois Tech researchers used machine learning to estimate the age and gender of individual users with high accuracy, raising questions about data security and privacy. The study highlights the need for better regulations and best practices to protect personal information from being misused.

Watch brain cells in a dish learn to play Pong in real time

Researchers successfully taught human and mouse neurons to play the video game Pong in real-time, showcasing their ability to exhibit sentience and adapt to a changing environment. The study's findings have potential applications in disease modeling, drug discoveries, and expanding our understanding of brain function.

SourceCell Press·JournalNeuron·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 12, 2022

AI that can learn patterns of human language

Researchers from McGill University and MIT developed an AI system that can learn the rules and patterns of human languages on its own. The model automatically generates higher-level language patterns that can be applied to different languages, achieving better results.

SourceMcGill University·JournalNature Communications·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateOct 11, 2022

NUS researchers invented first-ever interactive mouthguard that controls electronic devices by biting

Researchers developed a smart mouthguard that translates complex bite patterns into instructions to control devices such as computers, smartphones and wheelchairs. The device achieves 98% accuracy and has the potential to support individuals with limited dexterity or neurological disorders.

SourceNational University of Singapore·JournalNature Electronics·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 10, 2022

Learning on the edge

Researchers developed a new technique that enables on-device training using less than a quarter of a megabyte of memory, reducing the need for powerful computers and central servers. This approach preserves privacy by keeping data on the device, making deep learning more accessible for low-power edge devices.

Machine learning may enable bioengineering of the most abundant enzyme on the planet

A Newcastle University study has developed a machine learning tool that can predict the performance properties of land plant Rubisco proteins with high accuracy. This prediction will enable researchers to identify and engineer 'supercharged' Rubisco proteins that can increase atmospheric CO2 uptake and store in crops such as wheat.

SourceNewcastle University·JournalJournal of Experimental Botany·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 30, 2022

Do humans think computers make fair decisions?

A study published in Cell Press found that when humans are involved, computer decisions are perceived as fairer. Participants deemed decisions related to positive outcomes fairer than negative ones and had concerns over fairness in systems with higher stakes. The results suggest that automated decision-making systems need careful desig...

SourceCell Press·JournalPatterns·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 29, 2022

Improving hospital stays and outcomes for older patients with dementia through AI

Researchers developed a machine learning model to quickly recognize predictive risk factors and their importance for undesirable hospitalization outcomes. The model achieved an accuracy of 95.6% and identified modifiable risk factors that can be mitigated through clinical interventions.

SourceHouston Methodist·JournalAlzheimer s & Dementia Translational Research & Clinical Interventions·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateSep 29, 2022

Machine learning creates opportunity for new personalized therapies

Researchers developed a computational platform to identify metabolic vulnerabilities in ovarian cancer genes, suggesting opportunities for targeted therapies. The study found that certain genetic alterations can create vulnerabilities in cancer cell metabolism, which can be exploited to selectively kill cancer cells.

SourceMichigan Medicine - University of Michigan·JournalNature Metabolism·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 28, 2022

Machine learning helps scientists peer (a second) into the future

Researchers at Ohio State University have developed a new machine learning method called next-generation reservoir computing that can learn spatiotemporal chaotic systems in a fraction of the time. The algorithm is more accurate and uses less training data, making it easier to predict complex physical processes like Earth's weather.

SourceOhio State University·JournalChaos An Interdisciplinary Journal of Nonlinear Science·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 28, 2022

Being lonely and unhappy accelerates aging more than smoking

A recent study published in Aging-US found that feeling lonely, unhappy, or hopeless increases one's biological age more than smoking. The research used digital models of aging to analyze the effects of various factors on aging rates, revealing a significant correlation between mental health and accelerated aging.

SourceDeep Longevity Ltd·JournalAging-US·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateSep 27, 2022

Artificial intelligence reduces a 100,000-equation quantum physics problem to only four equations

Physicists used machine learning to compress a complex quantum problem into four equations, capturing the physics of electrons on a lattice with high accuracy. The approach could revolutionize how scientists investigate systems containing many interacting electrons and potentially aid in designing materials with sought-after properties.

SourceSimons Foundation·JournalPhysical Review Letters·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 26, 2022

Join the challenge to explore the Moon!

The 2022 EXPLORE Lunar Data Challenge identifies hazards on the Moon's surface using images from the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter. Participants train models to recognize craters and boulders, then create a map of optimal rover routes to avoid hazards.

A review on mobile sensing in the COVID-19 era

Researchers reviewed mobile sensing designs, outcomes, and limitations to better understand its capacity for remote detection, longitudinal tracking, and exposure tracing. Despite technical and societal challenges, advances in data analytics and machine learning may improve data quality and scalability.

SourceHealth Data Science·JournalHealth Data Science·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateSep 22, 2022

Scientists publish perspective paper exploring use of artificial intelligence in skin diseases

A team of scientists from China published a perspective paper on the use of AI in skin diseases, highlighting its potential to assist clinicians. They propose several recommendations to improve AI-assisted diagnosis systems, including establishing a robust database and adapting algorithms to existing real-world databases.

SourceHealth Data Science·JournalHealth Data Science·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateSep 22, 2022

Artificial intelligence tools quickly detect signs of injection drug use in patients’ health records

Researchers developed an AI tool using natural language processing and machine learning to identify people who inject drugs in electronic health records. The model accurately identified PWIDs in 1,000 records from 2003-2014, significantly improving clinical decision making and resource allocation.

SourceUniversity of California - Los Angeles Health Sciences·JournalOpen Forum Infectious Diseases·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateSep 21, 2022

Electronic laboratory notebook for materials science: A lossless data management platform for machine learning and sharing of experimental information

Researchers developed an electronic laboratory notebook that uses knowledge graphs to describe material properties and experimental processes. The platform enables automated analysis, lossless sharing, and discovery of new materials with potential applications in energy-related devices.

SourceWaseda University·Journalnpj Computational Materials·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateSep 21, 2022

Mount Sinai researchers use artificial intelligence to uncover the cellular origins of Alzheimer’s disease and other cognitive disorders

The study used a weakly supervised deep learning algorithm to analyze human brain autopsy tissues and predict the presence or absence of cognitive impairment. The model identified a signal associated with decreasing myelin staining, which was linked to cognitive impairment in the white matter.

SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·JournalActa Neuropathologica Communications·DateSep 20, 2022

Beyond AlphaFold: A.I. excels at creating new proteins

Researchers developed a new software tool called ProteinMPNN to create protein molecules more accurately and quickly than before. The team used machine learning algorithms, including AlphaFold, to generate new protein shapes and sequences, paving the way for novel vaccines, treatments, and sustainable biomaterials.

SourceUniversity of Washington School of Medicine/UW Medicine·JournalScience·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 15, 2022

Machine learning gives glimpse of how a dog's brain represents what it sees

Researchers at Emory University used machine learning and fMRI to analyze a dog's brain activity while watching videos. The results show that dogs are more attuned to actions in their environment than to who or what is performing the action. This study offers proof of concept for decoding canine visual perception.

SourceEmory University·JournalJournal of Visualized Experiments·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 15, 2022

No labels? No problem!

Researchers developed an AI diagnostic tool called CheXzero that can detect diseases on chest X-rays from natural-language descriptions contained in accompanying clinical reports. The model performed on par with human radiologists and was trained without laborious human annotation of data, making it a major advance in clinical AI design.

SourceHarvard Medical School·JournalNature Biomedical Engineering·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 15, 2022

Researchers combine data science and machine learning techniques to improve traditional MRI image reconstruction

University of Minnesota scientists have developed a method to fine-tune traditional compressed sensing for high-quality images using modern data science tools and machine learning ideas. This approach closes the gap between traditional and deep learning methods, providing a new direction for MRI reconstruction research.

SourceUniversity of Minnesota·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateSep 14, 2022

Healthcare researchers must be wary of misusing AI

Healthcare researchers caution against misusing AI algorithms in clinical research, highlighting concerns about bias, transparency, and data quality. The team advocates for evaluating ML methods against traditional statistical approaches and ensuring clinician decision-making is complemented, not replaced.

SourceDuke-NUS Medical School·JournalNature Medicine·TypeCommentary/editorial·DateSep 13, 2022

Personalized prediction of depression treatment outcomes with wearables

Researchers developed a unified machine learning model that analyzes data from patients with and without treatment, predicting depression outcomes better than separate models. The approach enables personalized medicine by designing treatment plans specific to each patient's needs.

SourceWashington University in St. Louis·JournalProceedings of the ACM on Interactive Mobile Wearable and Ubiquitous Technologies·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateSep 13, 2022

GIST scientists develop model that adjusts videogame difficulty based on player emotions

Researchers from GIST developed an AI model that adjusts videogame difficulty based on player emotions, incorporating aspects such as challenge, competence, flow, and valence. The model has been verified to improve players' overall experience, regardless of their preference, and has potential applications in various fields beyond gaming.

SourceGIST (Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology)·JournalExpert Systems with Applications·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 6, 2022