Articles tagged with Digital Data
A study by Complexity Science Hub found that in 7.54% of DAOs, a single contributor controlled decisions due to concentrated governance tokens. This raises concerns about the true level of democracy in these organizations, which aim to distribute power and promote fairness and transparency.
A new AI model developed by Uppsala University accurately diagnoses multiple sclerosis (MS) with an overall accuracy of 90%, identifying the transition from relapsing-remitting to secondary progressive MS in almost 87% of cases. This enables earlier diagnosis, reducing the risk of patients receiving ineffective medicines.
The proposed taxonomy identifies patterns of digital media use that could be problematic but warrant further evaluation. The study suggests that these patterns may require remediation to promote healthy adolescent development.
FAU CA-AI will acquire NVIDIA infrastructure for generative physical AI and develop state-of-the-art hardware and software for computational T&E of connected AI autonomy. This funding solidifies FAU's role as a national leader in next-gen networked AI autonomous systems research.
A new study by the University of Bath found that London's Low Emission Zones significantly reduced harmful pollutants, resulting in lower sick leave rates and improved mental well-being. The introduction of Ultra Low Emission Zones also delivered substantial cost savings.
Data-model fusion (DMF) integrates model-based and data-driven methods to reduce limitations in smart manufacturing and digital engineering. It enhances interpretability and accuracy, with applications in product design, manufacturing, experimentation, testing, verification, and maintenance.
Researchers developed an AI platform that tracks cancer biomarkers to personalize treatment dose adjustments for patients with advanced solid tumors. The study resulted in optimal doses being administered to 97.2% of patients, with average reductions of 20%.
The CHANCE collaboratory at Concordia University allows researchers to examine the social aspects of gambling behavior and its influence on gamblers' interactions with their environment. The facility features a simulated gaming space with interactive terminals, cameras, and conference rooms for discussion.
Researchers from UChicago and Google will tackle pressing challenges in AI-generated content detection, privacy protection, and security applications of large language models. The partnership aims to promote responsible AI use and bolster security in an increasingly digital world.
The journal will publish research exploring digital health and advance care planning for older adults, including caregiver integration and technological innovation support. JMIR Aging boasts a strong impact in the field, with a Journal Impact Factor of 5.0 and a CiteScore of 6.5.
Digital Traditional Chinese Medicine platforms are being developed to enhance perioperative care by integrating TCM's holistic principles with modern digital technologies. These platforms use AI and wearable devices to optimize the integration of TCM with ERAS protocols, providing individualized care and predictive insights into recovery.
A new study from the University of California - San Francisco suggests that telehealth can be an effective treatment option for women experiencing urinary incontinence after giving birth. The research found significant improvements in symptoms, regardless of whether women received physical therapy in-person or via telehealth.
The World Cocoa Foundation and Alliance of Bioversity International assessed the accuracy of key maps for deforestation, tree planting, and greenhouse gas emissions monitoring. The study found that open access global maps are not accurate enough for cocoa analyses in Ghana and Côte d'Ivoire.
Florida Atlantic University has been recognized as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Research, affirming its leadership in cybersecurity research at the doctoral level. The designation highlights the university's faculty dedication to pushing cyber science boundaries and equipping students for high-impact research.
The partnership aims to accelerate breakthroughs in GenAI-powered data management, particularly within Informatica's CLAIRE AI suite. The collaboration will enhance Informatica's Intelligent Data Management Cloud platform with next-generation AI capabilities.
Researchers found that nearly 10% of compliant websites still run non-compliant ads, violating the Acceptable Ads Standard. Flaws in ad-filtering rules allow advertisers to bypass size and format restrictions, putting user privacy at risk.
A new study finds that a remote patient monitoring program reduced hospitalizations by 59% among high-risk patients, even after they mailed back their devices. The program uses digital health devices and clinician support to monitor vital signs and symptoms.
Researchers developed an AI model that creates synthetic fibrosis patterns to aid in treating atrial fibrillation. The system accurately mimics real heart scarring and enables clinicians to test different treatment approaches on digital models before performing procedures.
The researchers propose a novel defense algorithm, Wavelet-Based Adversarial Training (WBAD), to protect medical digital twins. The two-stage defense mechanism achieves 98% accuracy in breast cancer prediction, even under adversarial attacks, providing a comprehensive and effective defense against cyberattacks.
The US opioid epidemic has shifted its epicenter from the Northwest to the East, with a significant increase in fentanyl-related deaths. The study found that populations affected by substance use disorder have changed over time, with Black communities now disproportionately affected.
Researchers at Florida Atlantic University developed an innovative real-time ASL interpretation system using AI and deep learning. The system achieved a 98.2% accuracy rate with minimal latency, enabling fast and reliable performance for applications such as live video processing and interactive technologies.
A new study published in Annals of Internal Medicine found that AI diagnostic and treatment recommendations were more accurate than those made by physicians in a virtual urgent care setting. In 77% of cases, AI recommendations were rated as optimal, compared to 67% for physicians' decisions.
A recent study from UTSA researchers reveals that large language models (LLMs) can pose a serious threat to programmers who use them to help write code. The study found that up to 97% of software developers incorporate generative AI into their workflow, and 30% of code written today is AI-generated.
A study analyzing nearly 1,000 Syriac manuscripts finds that scribes played a key role in organizing knowledge, adapting texts for new purposes, and shaping Syriac literary culture. The research introduces a new metric, Excerpts Per Manuscript (EPM), to quantify how frequently non-authorial agents engaged in excerpting.
A recent study published in Nature reveals a causal connection between the shingles vaccine and reduced risk of dementia. The analysis of data from a regression discontinuity design found a 20% reduction in dementia diagnosis risk among vaccinated individuals born on or after September 2, 1933.
A study found that 76% of people aged 50+ have patient portal accounts, with 65% sending at least one message in the past year. However, 13% report paying co-pays or charges for these interactions, especially those with Medicaid or low incomes.
A UK study found that GPS navigation assistance is associated with increased driving mobility in older adults, particularly those with poor spatial abilities. The study suggests that integrating navigational assistance into strategies can help maintain driving independence.
A new study suggests AI-driven smart devices can revolutionize healthcare by detecting cardiac issues early, triggering emergency responses. The Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) technology enables real-time patient monitoring and analysis, improving efficiency and reducing costs.
The partnership streamlines access to biodiversity data, enabling users to search and refine queries based on various criteria. Pensoft's hosted portals provide a scalable solution for 30 journals, fostering greater connectivity between scientific research and evidence.
A study by Universidad Carlos III de Madrid examines the Internet's influence on politics and power, highlighting concerns about media control and erosion of democratic values. The research warns against confusing technology with media logic and emphasizes the need for critical analysis of digital narratives.
Researchers at NCSA and UICOMP have created an improved, automated screening method for anxiety and depression disorders using machine learning and acoustic analysis of verbal fluency data. The new tool offers promise for overcoming barriers to diagnosis and treatment.
Researchers at Mayo Clinic are conducting a study to understand the factors that contribute to rapid progression of dementia in patients with Alzheimer's disease and Related Dementias. The team aims to identify biomarkers and disease-modifying targets that can improve diagnosis and treatment outcomes for these patients.
The world is facing critical challenges like climate change and inequality, which require international cooperation. However, scientific freedom is under threat due to illiberal and authoritarian governments, economic power, and digital media. FAPESP has played a crucial role in defending scientific freedom in Brazil.
The University of Würzburg's Thesaurus Linguarum Hethaeorum Digitalis (TLHdig) offers online access to over 400,000 transliterated lines of cuneiform texts, expanding researchers' ability to study ancient Near Eastern languages.
A new digital 'translator' for brain studies enables researchers to map the brain in a standardized way, facilitating discoveries and treatments for various disorders. The open-source software allows for the comparison of brain imaging data with widely used brain atlases, promoting commonalities across findings.
Researchers found that people who later experienced persistent shortness of breath or fatigue had significantly fewer steps per day and a higher resting heart rate before contracting the virus. These findings suggest a link between lower fitness levels and preexisting health conditions in long COVID patients.
Researchers developed a framework to measure welfare contributions of new and free goods and services. The study found that these goods significantly increase welfare, with digital goods such as Facebook and Smartphone cameras contributing 0.05-0.11% and 0.63% annual boosts to GDP-B, respectively.
The event will feature major announcements in AI-driven networking, 1.6T advancements, quantum technologies, and next-gen optical innovations. Over 13,500 attendees are expected, with nearly 100 California-based companies participating.
A new gamified mobile health app, More Stamina, has been shown to effectively manage MS-related fatigue by helping users track their daily activities and energy expenditure. The study found that the app facilitated conversations between MS patients and their families, improving understanding and support.
A new study published in Multiple Sclerosis and Related Disorders highlights the potential of a gamified mobile health app to help people with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) manage fatigue. The app, More Stamina, uses a gamified approach to visualize energy use and facilitate discussions with family members and healthcare providers.
Researchers from Virginia Tech have published a visionary paper on fusing wireless technologies and AI to create human-like common sense. The team aims to develop a network that can think, plan, and imagine like humans, enabling seamless merging of physical, virtual, and digital dimensions.
The WIN Consortium is transforming cancer care through personalized medicine, leveraging AI, molecular profiling, and clinical trials. The organization's innovations, including N-of-1 clinical trials and WINTHER and WINGPO trials, are helping clinicians make more precise treatment decisions and improving outcomes for cancer patients.
Researchers at Saarland University are developing leaner, customized AI models and techniques like knowledge distillation to reduce energy consumption. These smaller models enable small and medium-sized businesses to access powerful AI technology without a large technical infrastructure.
Boston University researchers have introduced a novel computational framework that applies pitch-shifting to protect speaker identity while preserving acoustic features essential for cognitive assessment. The framework achieved accurate diagnosis of normal cognition, mild cognitive impairment, and dementia in 62% and 63% of datasets.
Researchers propose a standardized taxonomy of cascading hazards and interactions between people and urban systems. An integrated risk assessment framework considers multiple dimensions and individual behaviors to improve early warning systems.
A new ontology for smart city infrastructure threats, cybercrime and digital investigation has been developed to assist digital forensic investigators. The ontology provides a consistent and structured representation of knowledge, allowing for increased efficiency and rapid remediation in future investigations.
Research from the University of Kansas found that social media did not bridge gaps between feminist groups and traditional Algerian thought, instead promoting violence and oppression. Despite having common goals, women faced misogyny and marginalization online.
OFC 2025 features live, multi-vendor interoperability demonstrations from Ethernet Alliance, OIF and Open ROADM MSA. The event highlights advancements in open, standards-based networking solutions, including SDN-integrated demonstrations and energy-efficient interfaces.
The Biodiversity Data Journal has launched its own data portal on GBIF, providing seamless access to nearly 300,000 biological organism occurrences. The portal also offers direct access to over 800 datasets and 1,000 citations of associated journal articles.
This theme issue explores digital health solutions to address social isolation, health literacy, and cultural influences on aging health. Contributors are encouraged to submit their work by September 30, 2025.
A nursing study pairs teens and older adults with smartwatches to test monitoring health in under-resourced communities. The results show that 91% of older adults engaged with the smartwatch prompts, highlighting the importance of social engagement for brain health.
A study published in Aging (Aging-US) found associations between several environmental exposures and epigenetic aging in a large sample of US adults. Cadmium, lead, and cotinine were linked to faster biological aging, increasing the risk of age-related diseases such as heart disease and cancer.
Researchers at Lancaster University are developing high-performance memory devices using self-assembled molecular technology to overcome the von Neumann bottleneck in computing. The Memristive Organometallic Devices (MemOD) project aims to deliver faster, more stable, and energy-efficient AI hardware.
A recent study by Washington University in St. Louis explores the potential of large language models to predict postoperative complications from preoperative assessments and clinical notes. The work shows that specialized LLMs can significantly outperform traditional machine learning methods in forecasting postoperative risks.
The Libroscope initiative seeks to unlock and link data from scientific literature to support understanding of biodiversity. By 2035, the power of biodiversity knowledge will be fully leveraged within an open science framework.
A study developed an integrated assessment framework to help policymakers and urban planners translate digital participation data into actionable strategies. The framework balances transparency and representativeness in decision-making, highlighting the need for long-term tracking of participation outcomes.
The March issues of The American Journal of Psychiatry and Psychiatric Services bring together new developments in treating depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and schizophrenia. These journal publications highlight the latest advancements in digital mental health innovations.
CerTracker LLC, a digital credential management platform, aims to streamline compliance and onboarding for healthcare professionals. The company will use the $10,000 grant to reduce administrative burdens and improve workforce efficiency in healthcare settings.
Researchers at AWS and Caltech developed a new cat qubit chip, called Ocelot, to suppress errors in quantum computers. The chip uses superconducting circuits to create stable qubits resistant to bit-flip errors.
Researchers from Yale University and Altos Labs have identified age-invariant genes that stay the same across all tissues during aging. These genes are linked to essential cellular functions, challenging the common belief that gene dysregulation drives aging.