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Using AI-related technologies can significantly enhance human cognition

The study demonstrates that training in Interlingual Respeaking, a demanding human-AI collaboration for creating live subtitles, not only meets the evolving demands of the language industry but also enhances the cognitive abilities of language professionals.

December 18, 2023 Read more

Computational model captures the elusive transition states of chemical reactions

Using generative AI, chemists created a model that can predict the structures formed when a chemical reaction reaches its point of no return.

December 15, 2023 Read more

Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing medical research

While debate continues on the pros and cons of the proliferation of artificial intelligence in a broad range of applications, one channel in which it is making undisputed advancement is medical research.

December 15, 2023 Read more

Researchers develop spintronic probabilistic computers compatible with current AI

The computer utilizes a stochastic behavior of nanoscale spintronics devices and is particularly suitable for probabilistic computation problems such as inference and sampling.

December 13, 2023 Read more

Portable, non-invasive, mind-reading AI turns thoughts into text (w/video)

In a world-first, researchers have developed a portable, non-invasive system that can decode silent thoughts and turn them into text.

December 12, 2023 Read more

Wireless millirobots successfully navigate arteries

For the first time ever, wireless millirobots navigated a narrow blood vessel both along and against arterial flow.

December 12, 2023 Read more

New conductive, cotton-based fiber developed for smart textiles

An innovative fiber, merging cotton's flexibility with polyanilin's conductivity, demonstrates promising applications in e-textiles, powering LED lights and sensing ammonia gas.

December 11, 2023 Read more

Plant-inspired liquid metal actuators unlock new potential for flexible robotics

Researchers have utilized liquid metal to construct programmable photothermal actuators based on asymmetric thermal expansion.

December 8, 2023 Read more

New open-source platform cuts costs for running AI

Researchers have released a new, open-source platform called Cascade that can run artificial intelligence models in a way that slashes expenses and energy costs while dramatically improving performance.

December 8, 2023 Read more

Bioinspired flexible artificial retina marks major milestone toward sensory-enhancing wearables

Leveraging soft electronics and organic-inorganic materials, researchers create a durable artificial retina wrapped around a fiber exhibiting striking similarities to biological vision. This advance opens the door to sensory-enhancing wearable technologies.

December 7, 2023 Read more

Graphical encoding of stiffness patterns in metamaterials enables reprogrammable and adaptive soft machines

Researchers develop digitally encodable mechanical metamaterial that uses graphical stiffness patterns to encode over 563 trillion configurable states. This allows in situ programming of versatile mechanical properties and responses for the first time. The adaptive material platform promises substantial advances in soft robotics and interactive machines.

December 7, 2023 Read more

Artificial intelligence makes gripping more intuitive

New research shows that a better understanding of muscle activity patterns in the forearm supports a more intuitive and natural control of artificial limbs.

December 6, 2023 Read more

Light-controlled liquid metal strips bring new flexibility to soft robotics

Researchers develop customizable photo-responsive films that sustain complex deformations, enabling rapid prototyping of resilient multifunctional soft robots for real-world applications.

December 5, 2023 Read more

AI accelerates problem-solving in complex scenarios

A new, data-driven approach could lead to better solutions for tricky optimization problems like global package routing or power grid operation.

December 5, 2023 Read more

Using AI to find microplastics faster and more accurately

Researchers use AI to identify toxic substances in wastewater with greater accuracy and speed.

December 5, 2023 Read more

AI networks are more vulnerable to malicious attacks than previously thought

Artificial intelligence tools hold promise for applications ranging from autonomous vehicles to the interpretation of medical images. However, a new study finds these AI tools are more vulnerable than previously thought to targeted attacks that effectively force AI systems to make bad decisions.

December 5, 2023 Read more

'Body internet' may eliminate the need for smartphones

One day, humans might be able to use their touch and thoughts instead of screens to interact with the digital world.

December 5, 2023 Read more

'Undulating carpet' robot could scoop ocean microplastics (w/video)

Inspired by a small and slow snail, scientists have developed a robot protype that may one day scoop up microplastics from the surfaces of oceans, seas and lakes.

December 5, 2023 Read more