Hydrogen fuel cells can be adapted to make drug production greener
From University of Wisconsin-Madison 22/08/23 The world needs greener ways to make chemicals. In a new study, University of Wisconsin–Madison researchers demonstrate one potential path toward this goal by adapting hydrogen fuel cell technologies. These technologies are already used to power some electric vehicles, laptops and cell phones. “The chemical industry is a massive energy […]
Igniting young minds: Neural Networks for Babies
From Superinnovators 21/08/23 In the rapidly advancing world of technology, the Baby University series has carved a unique niche by introducing complex scientific concepts to the youngest readers. Among the standout titles in this series is “Neural Networks for Babies,” a book that has garnered attention for its innovative approach to making intricate subjects accessible […]
How old are you, really? AI can tell your true age by looking at your chest
From Osaka Metropolitan University 21/08/23 Could your chest reveal your age more accurately than your face? Scientists at Osaka Metropolitan University have created an advanced AI model that uses chest X-rays to estimate a person’s age and even detect potential chronic diseases. This breakthrough in medical imaging has the potential to revolutionize early disease detection […]
AI designs advanced corrosion resistant metals
From MAX-PLANCK-GESELLSCHAFT 14/08/23 In a world where annual economic losses from corrosion surpass 2.5 trillion US Dollars, the quest for corrosion-resistant alloys and protective coatings is unbroken. Artificial intelligence (AI) is playing an increasingly pivotal role in designing new alloys. Yet, the predictive power of AI models in foreseeing corrosion behaviour and suggesting optimal alloy […]
AI transformation of medicine: Why doctors are not prepared
From University of Maryland School of Medicine 08/08/23 As artificial intelligence systems like ChatGPT find their way into everyday use, physicians will start to see these tools incorporated into their clinical practice to help them make important decisions on diagnosis and treatment of common medical conditions. These tools, called clinical decision support (CDS) algorithms, can […]
Sinatra sings Gangsta’s Paradise in AI song cover
By Superinnovators 03/08/23 In the world of AI-generated music, YouTuber Lace Editing has been making waves with their innovative approach to creating song covers. One of Lace Editing’s most notable works is the AI rendition of Coolio’s “Gangsta’s Paradise,” which has garnered over 1.8 million views. The cover was created using a Sinatra AI model, […]
ChatGPT tests in top 1% for original creative thinking
From THE UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA 06/07/2023 New research from the University of Montana and its partners suggests artificial intelligence can match the top 1% of human thinkers on a standard test for creativity. The study was directed by Dr. Erik Guzik, an assistant clinical professor in UM’s College of Business. He and his partners used the […]
Live neurons on chip learn to play Pong
By Charles Carter, 13/10/22 Live human and mouse neurons integrated with a silicon electrode array in a petri dish have learned to play the video game Pong. The DishBrain innovation comes from Australian startup Cortical Labs with their findings recently published in the journal Neuron. How does it work? Embryonic mouse or human brain cells […]
Six-armed apple harvester
By Charles Carter, 25/09/22 Innovators at US startup advanced.farm are developing an automated apple harvester that uses computer vision and suction cups to pick almost 30 pieces of fruit a minute. They are transferring technology from their more established robotic strawberry picker to solve apple harvesting challenges, through a $460k 3-year R&D grant from the […]