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A little labeling goes a long way

New research reveals infants can acquire object categories using just a few labeled examples, sparking the process of categorization. This 'semi-supervised learning' strategy efficiently integrates all subsequent objects into their evolving category representation.

Researchers train robotic gliders to soar

Scientists from the Salk Institute and UC San Diego use reinforcement learning to train gliders to navigate atmospheric thermals, reaching heights of 700 meters. The research highlights the role of vertical wind accelerations and roll-wise torques as navigational cues for soaring birds.

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Artificial intelligence can determine lung cancer type

A new AI program can analyze lung tumor images to specify cancer types and identify genetic changes, offering a potential solution for faster diagnosis and treatment. The tool achieved high accuracy rates in distinguishing between adenocarcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma, as well as identifying altered genes linked to lung cancer.

Attacking aftershocks

Using deep learning algorithms, researchers have developed a system that forecasts aftershocks significantly better than random assignment. By analyzing earthquake data and physics-based models, they identified the second invariant of the deviatoric stress tensor as an important factor in predicting aftershock locations.

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Cache is king

Xiaochen Guo, a Lehigh University professor, aims to improve data movement efficiency by revamping memory systems. Her goal is to proactively create and redefine locality in hardware, unlocking fundamental improvements for machine learning applications.

Eagle-eyed machine learning algorithm outdoes human experts

Researchers trained a machine learning algorithm to analyze microscopic radiation damage, achieving an accuracy of 86% compared to humans. The algorithm can process images faster and more efficiently than humans, making it a promising tool for developing safe nuclear materials.

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First machine learning method capable of accurate extrapolation

Scientists developed a new machine learning method that can make accurate predictions for all possible conditions governed by the same physical dynamics. The method provides simple and interpretable descriptions of underlying physics, allowing for safer robot operation.

Training artificial intelligence with artificial X-rays

A new approach uses machine learning to generate computer-generated X-rays to supplement real images, increasing the size of training sets for AI systems. This method improves classification accuracy for common and rare conditions by up to 40%, overcoming a challenge in applying artificial intelligence to medicine.

Machine learning to assist in building muscle

Researchers developed a deep-learning model to predict biological age of muscles and estimate the importance of genetic and epigenetic factors driving muscle aging. The study identified tissue-specific biomarkers of aging, which can be used to track the effectiveness of interventions.

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Personalized 'deep learning' equips robots for autism therapy

A new type of personalized machine learning helps robots accurately assess children's engagement and interest during autism therapy, with a correlation score of 60% compared to human experts. This technology aims to augment human therapists with key information to personalize therapy content and create more engaging interactions.

Three Argonne scientists receive DOE early career awards

Three researchers at Argonne National Laboratory, Prasanna Balaprakash, Karen Mulfort, and Zhang Jiang, have earned the DOE's Early Career Research Program awards. They will receive funding to advance their research in machine learning, molecular interactions, and advanced materials imaging.

A system purely for developing high-performance, big data codes

PlinyCompute is a system designed for developing high-performance big data codes, offering faster implementation of complex object manipulation and library-style computations compared to Spark. The platform was developed by Rice University's DARPA-funded Pliny Project team, which aims to create sophisticated programming tools using mac...

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Prediction method for epileptic seizures developed

Researchers at the University of Sydney have developed a generalized method to predict epileptic seizures using data from non-surgical devices powered by AI and machine learning. The system can alert epilepsy sufferers within 30 minutes of the likelihood of a seizure, with an accuracy rate of up to 81.4%.

Atomic-scale manufacturing now a reality

Researchers have developed an automated atom fabrication process using machine learning, paving the way for mass production of atom-scale devices. This breakthrough aims to reduce energy consumption by 1000 times and increase computation speed a hundredfold, making it a game-changing technology for the information age.

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New AI to develop self-learning robots for nuclear sites

Researchers at University of Lincoln develop machine learning algorithms for self-learning robots in hazardous nuclear sites, increasing capabilities in waste handling and site monitoring. The project aims to build systems that can adapt to unique radiation conditions using vision-guided robot grasping, manipulation, and cutting.

Decoding the brain's learning machine

Researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine have made significant discoveries about the cerebellum's role in learning and prediction. By studying monkey brains, they found that Purkinje cells communicate through simple spikes (predictions) and complex spikes (error feedback), organizing into small groups to learn together.

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An AI for deciphering what animals do all day

A new study from Columbia University uses an AI algorithm to analyze the full range of behaviors exhibited by the tiny pond-dwelling creature Hydra. By comparing its movements to neural firing patterns, researchers hope to gain insights into how its nervous system works.

Artificial intelligence helps soldiers learn many times faster in combat

Researchers at the U.S. Army Research Laboratory developed a new technology that allows soldiers to learn 13 times faster than conventional methods, potentially saving lives. This technique uses low-cost hardware and collaborative filtering to achieve a significant speedup in training compared to state-of-the-art systems.

An ionic black box

Researchers at UCSB are developing a chip that uses ionic memristor technology to create a physically unclonable device, rendering it vulnerable to cyber attacks. The technology aims to prevent cloning and hijacking of devices in networks, making them ideal for securing IoT devices.

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Scientists use machine learning to speed discovery of metallic glass

A team of scientists has developed a method to discover new metallic glass alternatives using machine learning and accelerated experiments, reducing the discovery time from decades to hours. The approach enables researchers to quickly narrow down potential materials and get immediate feedback from AI models.

Artificial intelligence accelerates discovery of metallic glass

A team of scientists has developed a machine learning algorithm that can quickly identify new blends of ingredients for metallic glass, accelerating the discovery process by 200 times. The method uses data from thousands of experiments to pinpoint potential materials and has significant implications for the future of materials science.

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Deep learning: A superhuman way to look at cells

A groundbreaking study by Gladstone and Google AI uses deep learning to analyze cell images, identifying features that humans can't detect. The method uncovers important information that was previously impossible or problematic for scientists to obtain.

Scientists teach computers how to analyze brain cells

A team of scientists, including those from Google, developed a computer program that can identify structures in unstained brain cells. The program learned to spot features such as cell nuclei, dead cells, and specific types of brain cells by analyzing stained images.

Seeking hidden responders

Researchers used machine learning to classify abnormal protein activity in tumors, identifying potential 'hidden responders' who may benefit from specific therapies. The study combined genetic data with machine learning approaches to predict response to inhibitors affecting cancer cells with overactive Ras signaling.

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Learning to see

Researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital developed an artificial intelligence technique, AUTOMAP, that enables the production of high-quality images in less time and with lower doses. This approach uses deep learning to automatically determine the correct image reconstruction algorithm, allowing for instant feedback during scanning.

UTSA researchers want to teach computers to learn like humans

The UTSA researchers have created a cloud-based learning platform for artificial intelligence that aims to teach machines to learn like humans. This platform can help AI agents automatically detect threats in network traffic and improve their performance in discovering and thwarting new attacks.

Artificial intelligence techniques reconstruct mysteries of quantum systems

Machine learning techniques can reconstruct a quantum system based on relatively few experimental measurements, allowing scientists to thoroughly probe complex systems exponentially faster than conventional methods. This method benefits the development of quantum computers and other applications of quantum mechanics.

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Army researchers develop new algorithms to train robots

Researchers at U.S. Army Research Laboratory and University of Texas at Austin developed a new algorithm called Deep TAMER to train robots using human feedback. The algorithm enables robots to learn tasks in a short amount of time with accurate critique, improving performance on complex tasks like Atari Bowling.

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Applying machine learning to the universe's mysteries

Researchers trained neural networks on thousands of images from simulated high-energy particle collisions to identify key features. The networks achieved up to a 95% success rate in this analysis. Machine learning algorithms will next be applied to actual experimental data to further advance our understanding of the universe's mysteries.

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Artificial agent designs quantum experiments

Researchers from Innsbruck and Vienna teams used artificial intelligence to design new quantum experiments, leveraging a projective simulation model and reinforcement learning. The AI-agent performed tens of thousands of experiments, discovering novel structures that could be tested in the lab.

Where are individual refugees most likely to succeed professionally?

A new algorithm developed by Kirk Bansak et al. uses machine learning and optimal matching to align refugees with suitable employment locations based on their individual skillsets. The results show that the algorithm boosts employment success in both the US and Switzerland, with gains of up to 71% compared to current practices.

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Developing a secure, un-hackable net

A new method of securely communicating between multiple quantum devices has been developed, enabling a large-scale, un-hackable quantum network. The approach uses quantum laws to ensure security and can work for any device, regardless of manufacturer, bridging the gap between theory and practical implementation.

Technique to allow AI to learn words in the flow of dialogue developed

Researchers at Osaka University developed a technique called lexical acquisition through implicit confirmation to enable AI to learn words in the flow of dialogue. This method allows computers to acquire knowledge about unknown words during conversations with humans, making them smarter and more responsive.

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New AI method keeps data private

Researchers at University of Helsinki develop a new privacy-aware machine learning method that enables accurate modeling using private user device data. This method ensures limited information on each data subject is revealed, making it ideal for protecting sensitive health and human behavior data.

The conversational intelligence challenge finals

The Conversational Intelligence Challenge Finals saw six teams compete, with two winning teams developing modules for processing different scenarios and a command module that decides which routine should step in. The competition aimed to work out approaches for chatbot evaluation and human-to-machine dialogue collection.

Conquering traffic congestion with mathematics

A new collaborative engineering project funded by NSF aims to make numerical computation of departure rates and route choice faster, enabling rapid rerouting and diversion. The project uses machine learning to develop statistical models of traffic flow, potentially reducing congestion by seconds, minutes or hours ahead of time.

New studies show brain impact of youth football

Youth football players undergo brain changes, including alterations in the default mode network, after a single season of play. This study suggests that repeated subconcussive impacts can have a lasting effect on brain health.

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