Researchers at MIT used a deep neural network to reconstruct transparent objects from low-exposure images taken in the dark. The technique could illuminate features of biological tissues and cells in low-light conditions, reducing the need for excessive light exposure that can damage specimens.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateDec 12, 2018
Researchers at Ruhr-University Bochum discovered that kainate receptors affect the development of brain cells immediately after birth, causing increased activity and dendrite growth. The discovery sheds light on the role of glutamate receptors in early maturation of nerve cells.
SourceRuhr-University Bochum·JournalMolecular Neurobiology·DateDec 6, 2018
A novel framework combines CNNs and geometric inference methods to compute sketches and their corresponding 3D shapes faster and more intuitively than existing methods. Novice users can create stylish contents for their 3D creations using the tool.
Researchers develop novel method to realistically simulate dressing tasks using machine learning techniques, incorporating sense of touch to overcome challenges in cloth simulation. The approach enables single dressing sequences and a character controller that can successfully dress under various conditions.
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Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University have developed a new method that uses neural networks to analyze single cell RNA sequencing data, identifying key genes and cell subtypes. This approach enables the analysis of all cell types, providing a method for comparative analysis.
SourceCarnegie Mellon University·JournalNature Communications·DateNov 13, 2018
Researchers have discovered three types of attacks that can be launched using a computer's graphics processing unit (GPU) to spy on web activity, steal passwords, and break into cloud-based applications. The attacks work by exploiting vulnerabilities in the GPU's memory utilization and performance counters.
SourceUniversity of California - Riverside·DateNov 5, 2018
A novel unsupervised language translation model developed by MIT researchers can translate far more languages with greater speed and efficiency. The model uses Gromov-Wasserstein distance to align words in two languages, achieving accurate results without human annotations.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·DateOct 31, 2018
Researchers used calcium imaging techniques to visualize spontaneous activity patterns in the mature visual cortex, finding precise organizational networks in the cerebral cortex much earlier than previously thought. These networks predict future brain function and are critical for processing complex sensory input.
SourceUniversity of Minnesota Medical School·JournalNature Neuroscience·DateOct 30, 2018
Researchers discovered robust long-range patterns of correlated spontaneous activity in immature ferrets, contradicting expectations. These early activity patterns served as a template for the development of mature distributed networks, suggesting that 'local connections build a network activity scaffold'.
SourceMax Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience·JournalNature Neuroscience·DateOct 26, 2018
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Scientists discovered that developing brain networks act locally to build globally, with spontaneous activity patterns correlating between distant populations of neurons. This finding suggests that long-range order originates from neural activity driven by short-range connections.
SourceGoethe University Frankfurt·JournalNature Neuroscience·DateOct 25, 2018
A neural network mimics the fruit fly's visual system and distinguishes between individuals based on sight alone. The system achieved an F1 score of 0.75, surpassing human biologists' performance in a similar task.
A deep neural network trained on annotated radiographs from senior orthopedic surgeons helps reduce misinterpretation of fractures in emergency department clinicians. The system demonstrated the transfer of expertise from specialists to generalist clinicians, leading to improved accuracy.
SourceProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateOct 22, 2018
Researchers at the University of Alberta and Quantum Silicon Inc. have developed an atomic ultra-efficient electronics technology, enabling bespoke atomic patterns to control electrons. This innovation simulates neural networks, potentially training AI models more rapidly and accurately.
SourceUniversity of Alberta·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateOct 15, 2018
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Researchers used deep convolutional neural networks to discriminate between signal and background tracks in the PandaX-III experiment, improving detection efficiency by 62% compared to traditional methods. The technique enhances our understanding of neutrinos and their role in matter-antimatter asymmetry.
Researchers use artificial neural networks to predict crystal stability in garnets and perovskites, achieving accuracy up to 10 times that of previous models. The team's web application allows for fast computation of material properties on various devices.
SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·JournalNature Communications·DateSep 18, 2018
Researchers developed an artificial neural network that can compare medical concepts to specific symptoms mentioned by patients on social media. The AI system uses semantic vector word representation and can identify symptoms like insomnia or vertigo with high accuracy.
SourceKazan Federal University·JournalJournal of Biomedical Informatics·DateSep 17, 2018
Researchers at UNIGE successfully resynchronized neurons to correct desynchronization in neural networks, suppressing behavioral symptoms associated with schizophrenia. The study, published in Nature Neuroscience, offers promising results for a new therapeutic approach targeting defective inhibitory neurons.
SourceUniversité de Genève·JournalNature Neuroscience·DateSep 17, 2018
A team of scientists from Lehigh University has successfully engineered a living neural network that can perform basic learning tasks. The project, supported by the National Science Foundation, aims to develop new ways to think about computer design and may influence brain-related research.
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Scientists at Argonne National Laboratory have developed a new method using neural networks to identify the structural signatures of molecular gases. This breakthrough enables researchers to accurately sense unidentified chemicals or scan samples for impurities in a much smaller period of time.
SourceDOE/Argonne National Laboratory·JournalThe Journal of Chemical Physics·DateSep 13, 2018
Scientists from TUM discovered that individual nerve cells create parallel connections to three areas of the brain, establishing feedback loops that reinforce salient stimuli while suppressing others. This automatic attention control mechanism is also shared by humans, revealing insights into perception and consciousness.
SourceTechnical University of Munich (TUM)·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateSep 11, 2018
A new theory by Max Ortiz Catalan suggests that phantom limb pain results from neural entanglement between the missing limb's circuitry and pain perception networks. The 'stochastic entanglement' hypothesis explains how a novel treatment, Phantom Motor Execution (PME), can help alleviate pain by reactivating dormant brain areas.
SourceChalmers University of Technology·JournalFrontiers in Neurology·DateSep 6, 2018
Researchers at the University of Waterloo have developed a new AI-powered system that enables TVs to understand voice queries more accurately. The system, which was tested on Comcast's Xfinity X1 platform, can handle complex queries and personalize results based on user context.
A novel encryption technique combining homomorphic encryption and garbled circuits secures data used in online neural networks without significantly slowing their runtimes. This approach holds promise for using cloud-based neural networks for medical-image analysis and other applications that use sensitive data.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·DateAug 17, 2018
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Researchers use deep neural networks to recognize images transmitted over optical fibers, achieving high accuracy despite distortions caused by environmental factors. The technique has potential for improving endoscopic imaging in medical diagnosis and increasing the information-carrying capacity of fiber-optic telecommunication networks.
Researchers found that brain activity patterns shift towards stored representations of clear images, suggesting that past experiences play a significant role in perception. The study used fMRI to analyze how the brain processes blurred images and found that higher-order circuits were more affected by clear image-induced shifts.
SourceNYU Langone Health / NYU Grossman School of Medicine·DateJul 31, 2018
Researchers at NIST have developed a silicon chip that uses light instead of electricity to precisely distribute optical signals across a miniature brain-like grid. The chip enables complex routing schemes necessary to mimic neural systems and has demonstrated uniform output with low error rates.
SourceNational Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)·JournalAPL Photonics·DateJul 26, 2018
The Network for Excellence in Neuroscience Clinical Trials has been renewed for five more years, enabling the study of new treatments for brain disorders. Nine clinical trials are currently underway, demonstrating the potential of NeuroNEXT to expedite research and bring treatments to patients faster.
SourceNIH/National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke·DateJul 24, 2018
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Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.
Researchers found that experienced animals form memories using different plasticity mechanisms than naive subjects, suggesting the way our neurons form new connections depends on their prior history. Previously activated neurons were more excitable, making them capable of different kinds of plasticity.
SourceUniversity of California - Davis·JournalNeuropsychopharmacology·DateJul 23, 2018
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.
SourceUniversity of Wisconsin-Madison·Journalnpj Computational Materials·DateJul 20, 2018
Artificial neural networks can now be trained directly on an optical chip, paving the way for less expensive, faster, and more energy-efficient AI. This breakthrough enables complex tasks like speech or image recognition to be performed more efficiently.
Scientists developed a neural network device using nanomaterials, generating spontaneous spikes similar to nerve impulses of neurons. The researchers replicated brain function by utilizing molecular junctions and negative differential resistance.
SourceOsaka University·JournalNature Communications·DateJul 12, 2018
Researchers at UC San Diego have found that axon geometry is crucial in information flow, with a 'refraction ratio' of 0.92 indicating optimal balance between signal latency and refractory period. This discovery has implications for understanding neurological disorders like autism and developing more brain-like artificial neural networks.
SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·JournalScientific Reports·DateJul 11, 2018
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Researchers at the Higher School of Economics have developed a new method for recognizing people on video using only one photo, achieving higher recognition accuracy compared to existing methods. The algorithm uses information on how reference photos are related to correct errors in video frame recognition.
SourceNational Research University Higher School of Economics·JournalExpert Systems with Applications·DateJul 5, 2018
Researchers at Caltech developed an artificial neural network made of DNA that can accurately identify handwritten numbers. The network, designed by Kevin Cherry, uses a 'winner take all' competitive strategy and undergoes complex reactions to classify molecular information.
SourceCalifornia Institute of Technology·JournalNature·DateJul 4, 2018
Researchers developed a means of tracking retinal neuron activity as it delivers visual information to the thalamus, revealing organized clusters and shared sensitivities among different types of neurons. This finding suggests the retina's version of Pointillism, where nearby dots fuse together to create diverse colors.
SourceBeth Israel Deaconess Medical Center·JournalCell·DateJul 2, 2018
Researchers analyzed data from three major brain banks and found that human herpesvirus DNA and RNA were more abundant in the brains of Alzheimer's patients. The study suggests that viruses may be involved in regulating genes associated with increased Alzheimer's risk, and could offer potential new paths for treatment.
Scientists at PNNL have developed a deep neural network that accurately detects nuclear events with high accuracy, often exceeding human expert's performance. The network was trained on 32,000 pulses and achieved impressive results, correctly identifying 99.9% of signals with minimal noise.
SourceDOE/Pacific Northwest National Laboratory·DateJun 21, 2018
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Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation, USB-C) provide clear calls and strong noise reduction for interviews, conferences, and noisy field environments.
Researchers at MIT have developed an AI-based method to design multilayered nanoparticles with desired properties, potentially speeding up the development of new materials. The technique uses computational neural networks to learn how a nanoparticle's structure affects its behavior, allowing for faster prediction and design.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalScience Advances·DateJun 1, 2018
Scientists have developed a neural network that can recognize features in x-ray absorption spectra sensitive to atomic arrangement at fine scales. This method helps reveal details of atomic-scale rearrangements during iron's phase transition, and could be applied to study nanoparticles, catalytic materials, and other materials.
SourceDOE/Brookhaven National Laboratory·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateMay 31, 2018
Researchers at The University of Tokyo Institute of Industrial Science describe a new method for creating one mini neuron network model, using microscopic plates to connect neurons together one cell at a time. This approach guides neurons to grow in a defined way and form functional communication hubs.
SourceInstitute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo·JournalMicromachines·DateMay 22, 2018
Houston Methodist researchers developed a lab-on-a-chip technology that models human neural networks to study retinal diseases and potential treatments. The NN-Chip can quickly screen drugs for damaged neuron and retinal connections, offering new hope for treating conditions like macular degeneration.
SourceHouston Methodist·JournalScience Advances·DateMay 9, 2018
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.
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Bartos' project will examine the functional role of inhibitory nerve cells in forming memory traces and controlling cognitive behavior, a process not yet fully understood.
A smartwatch coupled with a machine learning algorithm detected atrial fibrillation (AF) with high accuracy in patients undergoing treatment for AF. The study used data from 9,750 participants and found promising results for the use of commercially available smartwatches to detect AF.
A research team led by Eiji Watanabe reproduced illusory motion using deep neural networks trained for prediction. The DNNs accurately predicted motion in unlearned videos and represented rotational motion in illusion images, similar to human visual perception.
SourceNational Institutes of Natural Sciences·JournalFrontiers in Psychology·DateMar 20, 2018
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Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station offers research-grade local weather data for networked stations, campuses, and community observatories.
ORNL researchers design a novel method for energy-efficient deep neural networks, achieving nearly the same accuracy as original DNNs while consuming 38 times less energy. The approach uses 'deep spiking' neural networks with stochastic-based implementation, which overcomes tradeoff between energy efficiency and task performance.
A new algorithm enables larger parts of the human brain to be represented using the same amount of computer memory, significantly reducing the memory required for simulations. This breakthrough allows researchers to simulate neuronal networks on the scale of the human brain for the first time, enabling studies of complex brain functions.
SourceFrontiers·JournalFrontiers in Neuroinformatics·DateMar 5, 2018
Researchers used deep learning to analyze patterns of taxi demand and predict demand significantly better than current technology. This approach could help lessen idle time for taxis, making cities cleaner and improving safety in congested areas.
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Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm) tracks health metrics and safety alerts during long observing sessions, fieldwork, and remote expeditions.
Researchers recorded electrical activity of hundreds of neurons in a mouse model for up to half an hour, discovering competing neural networks that operate at different timescales. The findings show that certain networks can synchronize their activity, while others slow down or speed up in a coordinated manner.
SourceCase Western Reserve University·JournalScientific Reports·DateFeb 28, 2018
A novel 'memtransistor' device developed by Northwestern University's Mark C. Hersam can process information and store memory like the human brain, potentially revolutionizing computing. The memtransistor combines characteristics of a memristor and transistor, operating with multiple terminals similar to neural networks.
SourceNorthwestern University·JournalNature·DateFeb 21, 2018
Lobachevsky University scientists discovered that GDNF protects cultures from cell death and maintains network activity during hypoxia. The neurotrophic factor partially negates the consequences of hypoxia by influencing synaptic plasticity.
SourceLobachevsky University·JournalBrain Research·DateFeb 19, 2018
MIT researchers developed a special-purpose chip that increases the speed of neural-network computations while reducing power consumption. The chip can calculate dot products for multiple nodes in a single step, improving efficiency and making neural networks more practical for handheld devices.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·DateFeb 14, 2018
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Sky & Telescope Pocket Sky Atlas, 2nd Edition is a durable star atlas for planning sessions, identifying targets, and teaching celestial navigation.
Researchers created a computer model using neural networks to predict areas prone to corruption, finding that longer government terms and certain economic variables increase the likelihood. The study aims to contribute to anti-corruption efforts by targeting high-risk regions.
SourceSpanish Foundation for Science and Technology·JournalSocial Indicators Research·DateJan 22, 2018
Researchers studying nervous system adaptation to ischemic damage hope to develop effective therapeutic strategies by understanding how neural networks function under stress. They have developed methods for modeling different phases of ischemia and studied the features of neural network operation under such effects.
SourceLobachevsky University·JournalBrain Research·DateJan 17, 2018
Researchers developed codes MENNDL and RAVENNA to efficiently design and train neural networks, generating and training up to 18,600 networks simultaneously. This enables the training of highly accurate networks in a fraction of the time, with applications in self-driving cars, intelligent robots, and scientific experiments.
A new noninvasive approach to treat tinnitus has shown promising results in a double-blind study, alleviating symptoms in 20% of participants. The therapy involves alternating audio and somatosensory stimulation, delivered through headphones and mild pulses on the neck or cheek.
SourceAmerican Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)·JournalScience Translational Medicine·DateJan 3, 2018
Researchers from HSE and University of Valladolid created a neural network prediction model to detect corruption cases in Spanish regions. The model uses macroeconomic and political determinants to estimate the probability of corrupt cases emerging over three years, providing valuable insights for anti-corruption measures.
SourceNational Research University Higher School of Economics·JournalSocial Indicators Research·DateDec 21, 2017
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Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars deliver bright, sharp views for wildlife surveys, eclipse chases, and quick star-field scans at dark sites.
Researchers at the University of Michigan have created a new type of neural network made with memristors that can dramatically improve the efficiency of teaching machines to think like humans. The system, called reservoir computing, uses fewer nodes and requires less training time than traditional neural networks.
SourceUniversity of Michigan·JournalNature Communications·DateDec 21, 2017
A new study shows that very low levels of electrical stimulation can instruct an appropriate response or action in the brain, bypassing damaged senses. The findings have significant implications for the development of neuro-prosthetics and brain-computer interfaces.
SourceUniversity of Rochester Medical Center·JournalNeuron·DateDec 7, 2017
A study published in eLife reveals that certain mammalian neurons have shapes and electrical properties well-suited for deep learning. The algorithm simulates how these neurons collaborate to achieve deep learning, offering a more biologically realistic approach.
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