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Researchers at the University of Missouri are developing AI models to accurately detect melanoma by analyzing images of skin abnormalities. The technology can help dermatologists identify cases that may require closer attention, leading to earlier treatment and improved health outcomes.
Two new books will be published by Quanta Books: Six Math Essentials by Terence Tao and Everything Is Fields by David Tong. The books invite readers on a tour of transformational ideas that have shaped our modern understanding of the universe, covering topics such as numbers, algebra, geometry, probability, analysis, and dynamics.
Andrii Mironchenko's work focuses on infinite-dimensional systems, which can model optimized traffic-control systems and intelligent power networks. He develops methods to ensure robustness of control mechanisms against undesired effects from disturbances.
A UBC Okanagan study reveals that strategic alliances are key to protecting global supply chains from political trade disruptions. The research shows that such alliances can reduce risk by up to eight times, and boost profits by 50% in high-uncertainty environments.
West Virginia University researchers have created a model to redesign introductory college mathematics courses, aiming to increase mathematical literacy among graduates. The SUMMIT-P model encourages interdisciplinary partnerships and applies mathematical concepts to real-world problems across various disciplines.
A mathematician has discovered a new method to solve higher polynomial equations, avoiding classical radicals and infinite decimals. The approach uses novel number sequences connected to combinatorics and geometry, leading to a general solution for degree five polynomials.
A team of mathematicians studied crowd flow and developed a way to predict when pedestrian paths become disorganized. They found that an angular spread of around 13 degrees is the threshold for transition, beyond which the flow becomes less efficient and potentially more dangerous.
Researchers demonstrate that quantum processes can be designed to comply with the second law, highlighting a harmonious coexistence between quantum mechanics and thermodynamics. Their findings open up new avenues for understanding thermodynamic boundaries of quantum technologies.
Researchers propose a new framework describing living matter as a double cascade spanning 18 orders of magnitude in space and time, with critical points marking the emergence of self-replicating machines and complex societies.
Chelsea Walton, a professor of mathematics at Rice University, has been recognized as an American Mathematical Society (AMS) Fellow. Her selection acknowledges her dedication to advancing mathematical research in noncommutative algebra, quantum symmetries, Hopf algebras, and representation theory.
Researchers developed a large-scale optical programmable logic array that can execute complex models like Conway's Game of Life, marking a significant advancement in optical computing. The array uses parallel spectrum modulation to achieve an 8-input system, significantly expanding the capabilities of optical logic operations.
Calcea Johnson and Ne'Kiya Jackson, two U.S. high school students, have made history by publishing their first academic paper detailing five new ways of proving Pythagoras' Theorem via trigonometry. Their study reveals ten new proofs altogether, including one previously presented at a conference.
Researchers developed an air-powered computer that sets off alarms when certain medical devices fail, preventing blood clots and strokes. The device uses air to issue warnings, reducing costs and improving safety in healthcare settings.
New research from Radboud University found that students' ICT skills have a significant impact on their math performance, particularly in countries with robust ICT environments. The study suggests that improving ICT infrastructure can reduce educational inequality between countries.
Researchers have successfully solved a problem in graph theory that has attracted attention from within the field. The team's research involves packing coloring, which deals with labelling parts of a graph to comply with certain rules and avoid specific conflicts.
Conflicts between divergent goals can continue indefinitely through evolutionary time, causing devastating damage to complex organisms and social structures. Modular design is a crucial enabler of complex adaptation and transformative changes in social organisation.
Researchers create textile-based pneumatic computers capable of digital logic, onboard memory, and user interaction. The technology aims to assist people with functional limitations in daily tasks without electricity.
Researchers found that reading computer code primarily activates the multiple demand network, which is also recruited for complex cognitive tasks such as math and problem-solving. This finding suggests that coding does not rely on language-processing centers, contrary to previous hypotheses.
Dana S. Scott, a renowned mathematician, has been awarded the Sobolev Institute Gold Medal for his fundamental contributions to contemporary logic and domain theory. He will receive the award at the Malt'sev Meeting in Novosibirsk, Russia.
Mario Szegedy, a Rutgers associate professor, has been awarded the Gödel Prize for his groundbreaking research on computationally hard problems. His work showed that certain optimization problems, like Max-Clique, cannot have approximate solutions unless they have exact solutions.
The new A.I argumentation system, which uses defeasible reasoning, allows for a more natural and human-like approach to legal decision-making. This enables lawyers to build stronger arguments and make informed decisions based on competing perspectives.