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Using machine learning and radar to better understand storm surge risk

A team of researchers at the University of Texas at Austin has applied a machine learning algorithm to analyze Synthetic Aperture Radar images and create detailed maps of land types. This new approach can help predict storm surge risk and inform mitigation strategies, such as building 'green walls' to protect inland areas.

Apple iPhone 17 Pro

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Smart toilet may soon analyze stool for health problems

A new artificial intelligence tool can analyze patients' stool images to help diagnose chronic gastrointestinal issues such as IBD and IBS. The Smart Toilet technology provides a more accurate and timely diagnosis by collecting long-term data on stool form and presence of blood.

An easy-to-use platform is a gateway to AI in microscopy

Researchers have developed a cloud-based platform called ZeroCostDL4Mic that uses artificial intelligence to analyze microscopy images, improving image quality and detecting features such as tumors in biopsy samples. The platform is freely available online and requires no coding expertise, making it accessible to non-experts.

Medically savvy smartphone imaging systems

Smartphone-based imaging systems can guide diagnosis and treatment with portable, user-friendly biomedical imaging. Emerging technologies like multispectral and quantitative fluorescence imaging offer promising diagnostic applications.

Focusing on the unhealthy brain to speed drug discovery

A new toolkit developed by researchers at the University of Houston, in collaboration with the National Institutes of Health, enables rapid drug development for brain diseases and injuries. The toolkit uses high-resolution imaging to analyze unhealthy brain tissue, revealing multiple biological processes at once.

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Imaging space debris in high resolution

Researchers introduce a novel algorithm to estimate speed and angle of rotating objects in space, then apply these estimates to develop high-resolution images. The method achieves improved resolution without being heavily affected by atmospheric fluctuations.

New discovery sheds light on human history of symbols

Researchers have uncovered evidence of what may be the earliest-known use of symbols, dating back to around 120,000 years ago. The discovery was made on a bone fragment in central Israel and features six similar etchings that are believed to hold symbolic or spiritual significance.

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A survey on artificial intelligence in chest imaging of COVID-19

The article reviews AI-assisted chest imaging analysis methods for COVID-19 diagnosis, demonstrating the potential of deep learning-based techniques. Establishing a database for public research and extracting lesions accurately are crucial to improve performance.

Facing up to the reality of politicians' Instagram posts

A University of Georgia researcher used computer vision to analyze thousands of images from over 100 Instagram accounts of United States politicians, discovering that posts featuring politicians' faces in non-political settings attract more likes and comments. The study found that images with only the politician's face or in personal s...

Efficient pollen identification

A novel method for automated pollen analysis has been developed by combining imaging flow cytometry with deep learning, allowing for accurate species identification and quantitative findings in just 20 minutes. The new tool was tested on 35 plant species and achieved an accuracy rate of 96%, outperforming traditional microscopy methods.

Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope

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Unknown details identified in the Lions' Courtyard at the Alhambra

Experts have documented and analyzed hitherto unknown details in the muqarnas of the Lions' Courtyard at the Alhambra, revealing a different configuration and number of pieces between the two temples. The research also detected geometric deformations due to centuries-old repairs.

Eyckian Lamb of God reveals her secrets

Chemical imaging modalities have helped reveal the Eyckian Lamb of God's hidden facial features, including v-shaped nostrils and forward-gazing eyes. A smaller, more naturalistically shaped body with a sagging back and rounded hindquarters has also been discovered, suggesting revisions to the original design.

Recognising fake images using frequency analysis

Researchers at Ruhr-University Bochum developed a new method for efficiently identifying deep-fake images by analyzing objects in the frequency domain. The study found that images generated by GANs exhibit artefacts in the high-frequency range, which can be used to distinguish them from real photos.

Shining light into the dark

Researchers have developed a new method to analyze microscopic samples without using external light, reducing interference and damage to living specimens. The 'glow in the dark' approach uses chemical stimuli to activate chemicals, enabling precise control over localized oxidative hotspots.

Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor

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New tool helps nanorods stand out

Rice University scientists developed an easy and affordable tool to count and characterize nanoparticles using the open-source SEMseg program. The tool simplifies nanoparticle analysis by extracting pixel-level data from low-contrast SEM images and recombining it into sharp images.

Unravelling complex brain networks with automated 3D neural mapping

KAIST researchers developed an algorithm for automated 3D brain imaging data analysis, enabling precise and quantitative mapping of complex neural circuits. The new technology allows for accurate comparison of brain data from different animals and improves the accuracy and consistency of analysis results.

New imaging analysis pipeline could aid in drug and vaccine development

Researchers have developed a new imaging analysis pipeline called LaMDA, which enables machine learning and complex analyses on high-dimensional microscopy data. This can reveal and predict T-cellular states, providing valuable insights for drug testing, vaccine development, and expanding knowledge of T-cell biology.

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Shedd & Jafari receive funding for Burma Leadership Activity

Researchers Juliette Shedd and Sheherazade R. Jafari are developing a graduate-level conflict resolution training course for Burma Leadership Activity scholars. The five-year project aims to improve technical competencies and leadership among participants, promoting respect for ethnic and religious diversity.

How the brain processes rewards

A study analyzing 190 fMRI studies found that food and erotic images activate the left hemisphere, while money activates both hemispheres. The basal ganglia play a key role in reward processing, with different regions activated depending on the type of reward.

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NASA sees Tropical Storm 06A maintaining strength

Tropical Storm 06A is maintaining its strength in the Arabian Sea, with powerful storms indicating heavy rainfall potential. The storm is expected to make landfall in east central Somalia late on Dec. 6.

Inland waterbodies in China

Researchers reestimated China's inland waterbodies using satellite images from 1984-2015, finding a 0.2-1.5 times increase in surface area and 0.3-1.5 times higher numbers of larger waterbodies than previous estimates.

Virtual reality becomes more real

Scientists from Skoltech ADASE lab have developed a method to enhance depth map resolution, enabling more realistic virtual reality and computer graphics. The new approach leverages human perception to assess reconstruction quality, outperforming existing methods in visual quality.

Claudio Silva elected to inaugural IEEE Visualization Academy

Claudio Silva was inducted into the inaugural cohort of the IEEE Visualization Academy for his seminal contributions to point-based modeling and surface reconstruction. He is a highly respected researcher with numerous publications and patents, including those related to VisTrails and urban data visualization.

Image analysis to automatically quantify gender bias in movies

A KAIST research team developed an advanced system to automatically analyze visual information in films and quantify gender bias. The study found that female characters are often depicted in passive emotions and surrounded by specific objects, promoting public awareness of the importance of prudence when creating characters.

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QUT researchers use AI to bring sharper focus to eye testing

QUT researchers have developed a new method for analysing Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) images using deep learning techniques to detect and track eye diseases such as glaucoma and macular degeneration. The team's findings show that their program is reliable and more accurate than standard image analysis methods.

NASA finds strongest storms off-center in Tropical Storm 14W

NASA's Terra satellite revealed the strongest thunderstorms in Tropical Storm 14W were located east of the center, fueled by extremely cold cloud top temperatures. The storm is moving westward and is expected to intensify to 90 knots over the next five days.

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Use of medical imaging

The study analyzed 135 million imaging examinations among 16-21 million patients in the US and Canada, finding increased medical imaging rates among adults but declining nuclear medicine use. Imaging rates continued to rise among children except for CT, which declined since 2006.

NASA finds tropical storm 14W strengthening

Tropical Storm 14W strengthened into a powerful system due to strong thunderstorms fueled by infrared data from NASA's Aqua satellite. The storm's intense cloud top temperatures indicate potential for heavy rainfall, with winds near 40 mph and expected to intensify over the next five days.

NASA finds Henriette fading

NASA's Terra satellite detected scattered cold clouds in Hurricane Henriette, indicating a weakening system. The storm's cloud top temperatures reached as low as -50 degrees Fahrenheit, further supporting its decline.

Development of simplified new mass spectrometric technique using laser and graphene

Researchers developed a simplified new mass spectrometric technique using a continuous wave laser and graphene substrate to analyze bio samples without sample preparation. This technology can obtain high-resolution images and secure enough heat needed for specimen analysis with small amount of light generated by the continuous wave laser.

Raising the standard for psychology research

A new standard, BIDS, allows researchers to compare and combine studies in an apples-to-apples way. This enables the sharing and analysis of large brain imaging datasets, improving the field's ability to understand brain function.

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NASA finds tropical storm Wipha whipped up

Tropical Storm Wipha formed quickly in the South China Sea, with NASA's Aqua satellite detecting strong thunderstorms and cold cloud top temperatures. The storm is expected to move northwest towards southern China, making landfall near Hanoi, Vietnam.

NASA finds two areas of strength in Tropical Storm Nari

NASA's Terra satellite reveals two areas of intense storms in Tropical Storm Nari, with cloud top temperatures as low as minus 50 degrees Fahrenheit. The storm is moving northward toward Japan, expected to make landfall and then dissipate over cooler waters.

NASA finds one burst of energy in weakening Depression Dalila

NASA's Aqua satellite detected a small area of strong thunderstorms with cold cloud top temperatures, enough to maintain Tropical Depression Dalila's tropical cyclone classification. The depression is forecasted to weaken and become a post-tropical remnant low in the coming days.

Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter

Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter measures wind, temperature, and humidity in real time for site assessments, aviation checks, and safety briefings.

Application of cardiac computed tomography-derived fractional flow reserve

The article discusses the practical clinical applications of cardiac computed tomography-derived fractional flow reserve (FFR-CT) in evaluating coronary artery disease (CAD). FFR-CT analysis may help reduce additive functional testing for patients with intermediate stenosis, providing a more efficient and accurate assessment of CAD.

Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm)

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Seeing through food and drug fakes and frauds

Researchers have developed a simple method called chronoprinting that can detect counterfeit medicines and food products. By analyzing how samples change over time, chronoprinting uses image analysis algorithms to distinguish pure from adulterated substances.

Mountain splendor? Scientists know where your eyes will look

Using deep convolutional neural networks, Yale researchers predicted where people's eyes will look when viewing complex natural scenes. This advance in understanding the human visual system has numerous applications, including improving artificial intelligence efforts such as driverless car development.

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