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Lumiere - The most insane text-to-video AI system yet (w/video)

Researchers from Google introduce an AI model named Lumiere representing a major advance in high-fidelity text-to-video generation through its ability to synthesize full videos with realistic and temporally coherent motion.

January 26, 2024 Read more

Autonomous synthesis robot uses AI to speed up chemical discovery

Cgemists have developed an autonomous chemical synthesis robot with an integrated AI-driven machine learning unit. Dubbed 'RoboChem', the benchtop device can outperform a human chemist in terms of speed and accuracy while also displaying a high level of ingenuity.

January 25, 2024 Read more

Advanced full-color image sensor technology enables simultaneous energy harvesting and imaging

Single-pixel imaging successfully achieved for the first time using an organic-based photoelectric photodetector.

January 25, 2024 Read more

Machine learning-driven prediction of strain engineering in graphene

Researchers develop revolutionary machine learning framework to rapidly predict atomistic structures and physical fields in 2D materials under continuous strain loading and defect engineering. New technique based on generative adversarial networks provides over 30x speedup compared to simulations and enables discovery of exotic quantum materials.

January 24, 2024 Read more

New smart materials advance chemical signaling between robots

Liquid crystal polymer networks enable light-controlled transfer, sensing and reactions of chemical messengers between layers of robotic skin, showcasing new possibilities for adaptive responses and multi-agent coordination.

January 24, 2024 Read more

Researchers propose a web 3.0 streaming architecture and marketplace

The proposed marketplace, named 'Retriever', reduces delay, improves user experience, and is transparent and fair for real-time Web 3.0 services.

January 23, 2024 Read more

Quickly and easily predict emerging contaminant concentrations in wastewater with AI

Researchers developed a technology to classify emerging trace substances according to their physicochemical properties and predict their concentrations using clustering and prediction-based artificial intelligence technology.

January 23, 2024 Read more

NIL Metalens array enabling next-generation true-3D near-eye displays

Researchers propose a novel meta near-eye display incorporating a large-area nanoimprint metalens array, a video-rate rendering algorithm, and a commercial micro-display, with a see-through prototype demonstrated.

January 23, 2024 Read more

New candidate for universal memory is fast, low-power, stable and long-lasting

Researchers have developed a new phase-change memory that could help computers process large amounts of data faster and more efficiently.

January 22, 2024 Read more

Squid-inspired robot swims with nature's most efficient marine animals

Researchers have developed a flexible underwater robot that can propel itself through water in the same style as nature's most efficient swimmer - the Aurelia aurita jellyfish.

January 22, 2024 Read more

Scientists advance affordable, sustainable solution for flat-panel displays and wearable tech (w/video)

New 3D-printable material could enable cheaper, less toxic manufacturing processes for next-gen OLED televisions, smartphones, lighting, and wearable devices.

January 22, 2024 Read more

Artificial neural network hardware based on stacked neuron-synapse-neuron structural blocks

Implementing a neuron-synapse-neuron basic unit structure in hardware for high-performance, low-power neuromorphic computing. Same material, same structure for processability and network scalability.

January 22, 2024 Read more

Machine learning techniques accelerate development of anti-inflammatory biomaterials

Researchers demonstrate how machine learning models can predict anti-inflammatory potential of polymers, enabling faster design of immunomodulatory biomaterials for medical implants.

January 20, 2024 Read more

Mini-robots modeled on insects may be smallest, lightest, fastest ever developed

Such miniature robots could someday be used for work in areas such as artificial pollination, search and rescue, environmental monitoring, micro-fabrication or robotic-assisted surgery.

January 18, 2024 Read more

Self-assembling robotic structures with mechanical metamaterials for autonomous construction (w/video)

Researchers report a self-assembling system using mechanical metamaterials for autonomous construction, aimed at revolutionizing infrastructure and aerospace with its high-strength lattices.

January 18, 2024 Read more

Machine learning method speeds up discovery of green energy materials

Researchers ditch 'trial and error' and turn to machine learning to identify two uniquely structured proton-conducting oxides - a key material needed in hydrogen fuel cells.

January 18, 2024 Read more

AI-based algorithm enables better genetic diagnoses

Scientists developed the AI-based algorithm STIGMA, which enables better diagnoses of congenital diseases. Several new disease genes have already been identified.

January 17, 2024 Read more

Squishy, metal-free magnets to power robots and guide medical implants (w/video)

Strong enough to move soft robots and medical capsules, weak enough to not ruin MRI images.

January 16, 2024 Read more