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A hidden rhythm brings microscopic particles into unison

Groups of tiny particles suspended in liquid oscillate together, keeping time as though they sense each other's motion. The surrounding fluid enables the particles to 'feel' one another at a distance, influencing their motions without direct contact.

SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB

SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB transfers large imagery and model outputs quickly between field laptops, lab workstations, and secure archives.

Making blockchain fast enough for IoT networks

Researchers develop Dual Perigee, a lightweight algorithm that streamlines network connections to enable secure and low-latency data sharing in IoT networks. The study reduces block-related delays by 48.54% compared to standard approaches.

People in isolated cities in Africa suffer more violence against civilians

A new study by Complexity Science Hub researcher Rafael Prieto-Curiel challenges the assumption that larger cities are more violent. The study shows that isolated cities, with limited highway connections, experience nearly seven times more violence against civilians per 100,000 residents than well-connected cities.

Double disadvantage hurts more than twice as much

A new study from the Complexity Science Hub finds that belonging to more than one marginalized group can significantly harder forming social connections. The researchers developed a mathematical model and tested it using friendship data from around 40,000 U.S. high school students, revealing how overlapping disadvantages can interact.

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.

Training the grid to spot cyberattacks without seeing your data

Researchers developed a cyberattack detection system that uses federated learning and cloud coordination to detect DDoS attacks in 6G-ready smart grids without exposing user energy-use data. The system achieved high accuracy and precision, but trade-offs were observed in terms of resources consumption.

Tracking infectious disease spread via commuting pattern data

Researchers developed a Commuter Metapopulation Model to capture daily mobility patterns and their impact on disease spread. The model accurately simulates rapid urban outbreaks and localized outbreaks in rural areas, providing valuable insights for targeted intervention strategies.

FloodPlanet dataset enhances global inundation monitoring

Researchers developed a new global flood dataset, FloodPlanet, which improves flood detection accuracy by up to 15.6% using high-resolution commercial satellite imagery and public sensor data. The dataset enables more reliable global inundation response systems and opens the door for AI-driven environmental monitoring tools.

New tool maps hidden roles and risks in ecosystems

A new analytical method reveals overlooked species at risk of extinction, providing a valuable layer of insight for conservationists. The dual-role approach captures both predator and prey interactions, identifying keystone species and vulnerabilities.

Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply

Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply powers sensors, microcontrollers, and test circuits with programmable rails and stable outputs.

Why so many microbes fail to grow in the lab

A new study from researchers at the Helmholtz Institute for Functional Marine Biodiversity offers fresh insights into why many microorganisms fail to grow in the lab. The study suggests that the survival of microbes depends on a hidden web of relationships between species, which can collapse with small structural changes.

From millions of virtual structures to three real breakthroughs

A team of scientists at UNIST developed a data-driven structure prediction algorithm that led to the synthesis of three novel porous materials with exceptional selectivity in gas separation. The newly developed materials have significant potential for greenhouse gas separation and purification applications.

How to find the hypergraphs underlying dynamical systems

Researchers have developed an algorithm to infer the structure of hypergraphs using only observed dynamics, allowing for the analysis of complex systems without prior knowledge. The approach was tested on EEG data from over 100 human subjects and accurately captured higher-order interactions in the brain.

Apple iPhone 17 Pro

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CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock

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A visual pathway in the brain may do more than recognize objects

MIT researchers have found that a computational model of the ventral stream, which processes object recognition, also performs well on spatial tasks such as determining an object's location and orientation. This challenges the dominant perspective that the ventral stream is optimized for object recognition.

DJI Air 3 (RC-N2)

DJI Air 3 (RC-N2) captures 4K mapping passes and environmental surveys with dual cameras, long flight time, and omnidirectional obstacle sensing.

AI that measures its own uncertainty could improve liver cancer detection

A new editorial in Oncotarget discusses how artificial intelligence can improve liver imaging by recognizing when it might be wrong. The approach, called 'uncertainty quantification,' helps clinicians better detect liver cancer and other diseases by pointing out areas in medical scans that need a second look.

Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C)

Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.

Riding the AI wave toward rapid, precise ocean simulations

Researchers developed a machine learning-powered fluid simulation model that significantly reduces computation time without compromising accuracy. The new surrogate model maintains the same level of accuracy as traditional particle-based simulations while reducing computation time from approximately 45 minutes to just three minutes.

Dr. David Winchester is new Chair of ACC Board of Governors

Dr. David Winchester will lead the American College of Cardiology's Board of Governors, guiding chapters representing all 50 states and promoting heart health improvement in communities. His term aims to address practice challenges through advocacy and chapter support.

AI meets oncology: New model personalizes bladder cancer treatment

Researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine developed a new AI model that harnesses whole-slide tumor imaging data and gene expression analyses to predict how patients with muscle-invasive bladder cancer will respond to chemotherapy. The model outperforms previous models using a single data type, identifying key genes and tumor characteristi...

Artificial neurons organize themselves

Göttingen research team develops infomorphic neurons that learn independently and self-organize among neighboring neurons. This allows the smallest unit in the network to control its own learning, enabling novel machine learning approaches and a deeper understanding of brain function.

Creality K1 Max 3D Printer

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Sky & Telescope Pocket Sky Atlas, 2nd Edition

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Generative artificial intelligence: a historical perspective

The study systematically traces Generative AI evolution from deep learning to foundation models, highlighting four distinct stages and successful applications. Key challenges like safety concerns and theoretical breakthroughs require further attention and development in the field of Generative AI.

Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only)

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Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach

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New technique overcomes spurious correlations problem in AI

Researchers have developed a novel technique to overcome the spurious correlations problem in AI by eliminating a small portion of the training data that contains hard-to-understand features. This approach improves performance even when conventional techniques are ineffective.

Meta Quest 3 512GB

Meta Quest 3 512GB enables immersive mission planning, terrain rehearsal, and interactive STEM demos with high-resolution mixed-reality experiences.

First-of-its-kind AI tool can predict water quality across the U.S.

Researchers have developed a new AI tool that uses sensors and real-time data to predict water quality across the US. This tool can be applied nationwide, benefiting communities by providing water quality forecasts, streamlining operations, and informing strategies for managing turbidity in basins worldwide.

E. (Sarah) Du, Ph.D., named Senior Member, National Academy of Inventors

Dr. Sarah Du, an associate professor at Florida Atlantic University's College of Engineering and Computer Science, has been selected as a Senior Member of the National Academy of Inventors for her significant contributions to advancing medical technology. Her research focuses on developing point-of-care diagnostic tools and monitoring ...

Staying one step ahead of cyberattackers

Researchers at Mizzou have developed a proactive approach using artificial intelligence to address evolving threats against smart grids. The CIBR-Fort system can predict cyberattacks with 91.88% accuracy and defend against them in real-time, enabling scalable security for power grids of the future.

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.

LA’s urban trees absorb more carbon than expected, USC Dornsife study finds

A new study from USC Dornsife finds that LA's urban greenery absorbs up to 60% of daytime fossil fuel CO2 emissions in spring and summer, providing valuable insights into the impact of trees on air quality. The research provides data-driven insights for future planting efforts and informs the USC Urban Trees Initiative.

3D lung model raises the bar for research

The 3D lung model can replicate realistic breathing maneuvers and offer personalized evaluation of aerosol therapeutics under various breathing conditions. The researchers detail in the paper how they built the 3D structure and what they’ve learned so far.

Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope

Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope combines portable Schmidt-Cassegrain optics with GoTo pointing for outreach nights and field campaigns.

Higher-order interactions and the future of network science

Research advances higher-order networks to capture multi-agent interactions, enabling accurate modeling of biological, social, and physical systems. The Dirac-Bianconi operator provides a powerful generalization of the graph Laplacian, encoding local and global interactions across different topological dimensions.

UCF helps develop AI tool that may assist underserved hospitals

The open-source AI model analyzes medical images, generates detailed reports, and answers clinical questions to streamline diagnostics and improve accuracy. BiomedGPT aims to democratize healthcare and reduce disparities amongst patients by providing easily accessible data to bolster underserved hospitals.

New research shows a scientific approach can optimize bike lane planning

A new study by University of Toronto researchers has developed a model that can help municipalities choose optimal locations for bike lanes, minimizing congestion and increasing cycling ridership. The model uses traffic and commuter mobility data to predict the impact of bike lane expansion on driving travel time and emissions.

AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope

AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope supports teaching labs and QA checks with LED illumination, mechanical stage, and included 5MP camera.

Machine vision under low-light conditions improved

Researchers developed a system to detect and decode fiducial markers in challenging lighting conditions using neural networks. The system, DeepArUco++, overcomes the limitations of classic machine vision techniques and can be applied today thanks to open availability of its code.

Adding bridges to stabilize quantum networks

Researchers propose a new strategy to stabilize quantum networks by rebuilding connections after each use, which leads to an eventual stable network state. The key is finding the optimal number of links to add, determined to be the square root of the number of users.

Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter

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