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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.

SourceUniversity of Delaware·JournalDevice·DateFeb 20, 2025

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.

SourceInstitute of Science Tokyo·JournalNature Physics·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 19, 2025

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.

SourceUniversity of Central Florida·DateJan 28, 2025
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.

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.

SourceUniversity of Toronto, Rotman School of Management·JournalManagement Science·TypeObservational study·DateJan 27, 2025

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.

SourceUniversity of Córdoba·JournalImage and Vision Computing·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 24, 2025

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.

SourceNorthwestern University·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateJan 23, 2025

Seoultech researchers use machine learning to ensure safe structural design

A new hybrid machine learning model predicts ultimate axial strength of CFRP-strengthened CFST columns with high accuracy, enabling safer and more efficient designs. The model can be used to optimize construction processes and enhance the safety of structures at a lower cost.

SourceSeoul National University of Science & Technology·JournalExpert Systems with Applications·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 23, 2025

Plants more likely to be ‘eavesdroppers’ than altruists when tapping into underground networks

A new study led by University of Oxford suggests that plants are more likely to be eavesdroppers than altruists when tapping into underground networks. The study found that it is unlikely that plants would evolve to warn other plants of impending attacks, instead finding that plants may signal dishonestly to harm their neighbors.

SourceUniversity of Oxford·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJan 22, 2025
Meta Quest 3 512GB

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

New, embodied AI reveals how robots and toddlers learn to understand

The new model, based on a PV-RNN framework, achieves compositionality by combining language with vision, proprioception, working memory, and attention. It requires less computing power than large language models (LLMs) and makes mistakes similar to humans.

SourceOkinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) Graduate University·JournalScience Robotics·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 22, 2025

Tracking the atomistic structural transformations in chemical evolution via machine-learned infrared spectroscopy

The study utilizes infrared spectroscopy and a machine-learned protocol to map spectroscopic fingerprints to atomistic structures. The authors demonstrate the accuracy of their network in predicting local atomistic structures and energetic variations, enabling the tracking of dynamic C–C coupling on Cu surfaces.

SourceScience China Press·JournalNational Science Review·DateJan 16, 2025

How one brain circuit encodes memories of both places and events

A new computational model reveals how place cells in the hippocampus can store episodic memories, including those of events without a spatial component. The model proposes that grid cells form a scaffold that anchors memories and drives recall by connecting to sensory cortex.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalNature·DateJan 15, 2025

Explainable deep learning model provides new understanding of harmful algal blooms in china’s lakes and reservoirs

Researchers developed an explainable deep learning model to predict and analyze HABs in Chinese lakes and reservoirs, achieving significant improvement over conventional machine learning methods. The model identified water temperature as the most influential factor driving algal bloom dynamics.

SourceEurasia Academic Publishing Group·JournalEnvironmental Science and Ecotechnology·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 15, 2025
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.

New computer models open door to far more targeted antibiotics

Researchers at UVA have developed computer models to target specific bacteria in specific parts of the body, reducing the chance of antibiotic resistance. This approach could lead to more effective treatments and reduce the need for broad-spectrum antibiotics.

SourceUniversity of Virginia Health System·DateJan 14, 2025

Breakthrough in Marine Ecosystem Modeling with Graph Neural Networks

Researchers developed a cutting-edge method leveraging Graph Neural Networks (GNNs) to predict mesozooplankton community dynamics and visualize their interactions. The study achieved remarkable improvements in forecasting accuracy by integrating inter-series relationships and temporal dependencies among input-variables.

SourceEurasia Academic Publishing Group·JournalEnvironmental Science and Ecotechnology·TypeObservational study·DateJan 13, 2025
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.

AI can improve ovarian cancer diagnoses

A new study published in Nature Medicine shows that AI-based models can accurately identify ovarian cancer in ultrasound images, achieving an accuracy rate of 86.3%. The models also reduce the need for expert referrals and misdiagnosis rates by 63% and 18%, respectively.

SourceKarolinska Institutet·JournalNature Medicine·DateJan 2, 2025

Chinese Medical Journal study reveals potential use of artificial intelligence (AI) in finding new glaucoma drugs

A study published in Chinese Medical Journal explores the use of artificial intelligence to identify potential medications for treating glaucoma. Researchers used AI models to predict the effectiveness of small-molecule compounds targeting RIPK3, a key signaling molecule involved in programmed cell death.

SourceChinese Medical Journals Publishing House Co., Ltd.·JournalChinese Medical Journal·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 2, 2025
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

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

Developing artificial intelligence tools for health care

Researchers developed a new benchmark for health care using reinforcement learning, which shows promise in managing chronic or psychiatric diseases. However, current methods are data-hungry and fail to perform accurately when tested on real-world data.

SourceWeill Cornell Medicine·DateDec 17, 2024

The great ripple - how a tsunami can disrupt global trade

A new framework evaluates tsunami risk to seaports and the global port network, estimating potential economic losses in trade caused by port disruptions. The study found that a Manila Trench tsunami could damage up to 15 international seaports under present-day sea-level conditions.

SourceTohoku University·Journalnpj Natural Hazards·DateDec 13, 2024
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.

Pusan National University scientists designed a new model to predict metal wear for safer, lighter cars and planes

Researchers at Pusan National University developed a hybrid model to predict metal wear in magnesium alloys, enabling safer, lighter designs. The model combines machine learning and physics to improve fatigue life prediction, offering greater predictive reliability for enhanced safety and longevity.

SourcePusan National University·JournalJournal of Magnesium and Alloys·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateDec 10, 2024

Finding the weak points: New method to prevent train delay cascades

Researchers identified critical trains that significantly transfer delays to subsequent services, known as 'influencer trains'. Adding new train services or replacing sharing rolling stock can reduce overall delays by up to 40%.

SourceComplexity Science Hub·Journalnpj Sustainable Mobility and Transport·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateDec 9, 2024

Revolutionizing railroad safety: A deep learning approach to remote condition monitoring

A new deep learning model enhances railroad condition monitoring by combining Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) and Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) networks, achieving 97% accuracy in detecting train positions and conditions. The model's real-time processing capabilities enable swift intervention and mitigation of potential hazards.

SourceBeijing Institute of Technology Press Co., Ltd·JournalGreen Energy and Intelligent Transportation·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 5, 2024
Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station

Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station offers research-grade local weather data for networked stations, campuses, and community observatories.

RNA modifications in individual cells better understood with new modelling

Researchers developed a new tool called SigRM to analyze single-cell epitranscriptomics data, enabling the study of RNA modifications in individual cells. This can provide valuable insights into gene regulation and its impact on health and disease, particularly in complex conditions like cancer.

SourceXi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University·JournalCell Genomics·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateDec 5, 2024

Model reveals supply chain risks pose major threat to financial stability

A new model reveals that supply chain risks can amplify financial losses, with banks facing up to five times higher losses than traditional credit risk models. The study highlights the need for regulators to rethink systemic risk monitoring, focusing on firms with central roles in supply chains.

SourceComplexity Science Hub·JournalJournal of Financial Stability·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateDec 3, 2024
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.

New AI tool generates realistic satellite images of future flooding

A new AI tool generates realistic satellite images of future flooding, which can help communities visualize and prepare for approaching storms. The method combines a generative artificial intelligence model with a physics-based flood model, producing more accurate and realistic images than an AI-only approach.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalIEEE Transactions on Geoscience and Remote Sensing·DateNov 25, 2024

We could soon use AI to detect brain tumors

Researchers have trained AI models to distinguish brain tumors from healthy tissue using convolutional neural networks and transfer learning. The models achieved an average accuracy of 85.99% at detecting brain cancer, with the ability to generate images showing specific areas in its tumor-positive or negative classification.

SourceOxford University Press USA·JournalBiology Methods and Protocols·TypeContent analysis·DateNov 19, 2024

Metalenses harness AI for superior performance

Researchers have developed a deep-learning-powered metalens imaging system that overcomes limitations of traditional metalenses. The system pairs a mass-produced metalens with an image restoration framework driven by AI to achieve aberration-free, full-color images while maintaining compact form factor.

SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalAdvanced Photonics·DateNov 15, 2024
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.

Does AI improve doctors’ diagnoses? Study puts it to the test

A new study published in JAMA Network Open found that using Chat GPT Plus does not significantly improve the accuracy of doctors' diagnoses, but it outperformed conventional methods in certain cases. The researchers suggest that physicians need more training and experience with AI to capitalize on its potential.

SourceUniversity of Virginia Health System·DateNov 13, 2024

Experts urge complex systems approach to assess A.I. risks

The study emphasizes the need for a coherent approach to understanding A.I. threats, recognizing the intricate interplay between technology and society. Experts propose involving laypeople and experts in risk assessment processes, as well as promoting social resilience to ensure better decision-making.

SourceComplexity Science Hub·JournalPhilosophical Transactions of the Royal Society A Mathematical Physical and Engineering Sciences·TypeCase study·DateNov 12, 2024
Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter

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

A new approach to modeling complex biological systems

A team of MIT engineers has developed a new computational method for analyzing complex biological systems, including the immune system's response to tuberculosis vaccination. The approach uses probabilistic graphical networks to identify key interactions and mechanisms, shedding light on how vaccines induce immunity.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalCell Systems·DateNov 5, 2024

Integrating data from different experimental approaches into one model is challenging – this study presents a community-based, full-scale in silico model of the rat hippocampal CA1 region that integrates diverse experimental data from synapse to network

A full-scale in silico model of the rat hippocampal CA1 region has been developed, integrating diverse experimental data from synapse to network. This community-based approach overcomes challenges in integrating data from different experimental approaches.

SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS Biology·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 5, 2024
Creality K1 Max 3D Printer

Creality K1 Max 3D Printer rapidly prototypes brackets, adapters, and fixtures for instruments and classroom demonstrations at large build volume.

AI in healthcare: New research shows promise and limitations of physicians working with GPT-4 for decision making

A study of 50 U.S.-licensed physicians found that GPT-4 did not significantly improve clinical reasoning compared to conventional resources. The integration of GPT-4 as a diagnostic aid alongside clinicians showed promising results but required further exploration to understand its potential benefits.

SourceUniversity of Minnesota Medical School·JournalJAMA Network Open·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateOct 28, 2024

Building safer cities with AI: Machine learning model enhances urban resilience against liquefaction

A machine learning model predicts soil behavior during earthquakes, identifying areas vulnerable to liquefaction and providing contour maps for safer construction sites. The study uses geological data to create detailed 3D maps of soil layers, improving prediction accuracy by 20%.

SourceShibaura Institute of Technology·JournalSmart Cities·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateOct 28, 2024

New AI model could make power grids more reliable amid rising renewable energy use

Researchers developed an AI model that addresses uncertainties in renewable energy generation and electric vehicle demand, making power grids more reliable. The model uses multi-fidelity graph neural networks to optimize solutions within seconds, improving grid performance even under unpredictable conditions.

SourceUniversity of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science·JournalElectric Power Systems Research·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateOct 24, 2024
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.

Photonic computing harnesses electromagnetic waves

Researchers at Newcastle University developed a novel approach using electromagnetic waves to solve partial differential equations, specifically the Helmholtz wave equation. The innovative structure, known as a metatronic network, effectively behaves like a grid of T-circuits and allows for control over PDE parameters.

SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalAdvanced Photonics Nexus·DateOct 18, 2024
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.

Machine learning analysis sheds light on who benefits from protected bike lanes

Researchers use machine learning to analyze optimal bike lane placement in Toronto, balancing accessibility for all with overall efficiency. Key findings include a trade-off between equity and utility, with essential routes like Bloor West's bike lanes serving neighbourhoods far from their endpoints.

SourceUniversity of Toronto Faculty of Applied Science & Engineering·JournalJournal of Transport Geography·DateOct 15, 2024

Are ideas contagious?

The COVID-19 pandemic has provided researchers with an opportunity to explore the role of social connections in the spread of both disease and ideas. By analyzing data on human interaction networks, mathematician Nicholas Landry aims to understand how ideas are transmitted and how they can be tracked.

SourceUniversity of Virginia College and Graduate School of Arts & Sciences·JournalPhysical Review E·DateOct 9, 2024

Study finds mercury pollution from human activities is declining

Researchers analyzed atmospheric mercury concentrations and found a 10% decline between 2005 and 2020, contrary to global inventories that indicate an increase. The study suggests that human activity-driven emissions are driving the trend, but limitations in data and scientific understanding remain.

SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateOct 9, 2024
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.

Modeling the minutia of motor manipulation with AI

Researchers developed an AI-driven approach to model complex hand movements, overcoming current limitations in neuroscience and biomedical engineering. The model achieved a 100% success rate in controlling virtual Baoding balls, showcasing its strength in various challenging situations.

SourceEcole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne·JournalNeuron·DateOct 1, 2024

Researcher earns grant to explore improved data security

A Kennesaw State University researcher is developing secure AI models that not only protect personal information but also reduce energy use. Her goal is to create a federated learning system that overcomes specific vulnerabilities of current systems, improving data transmission security and confining AI training to individual devices.

SourceKennesaw State University·DateSep 25, 2024