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New HKU AI Tools Boost Cancer Mutation Detection and RNA Research
Engineers at the University of Hong Kong have built two deep-learning tools that make it easier to spot cancer-linked mutations and decode RNA. The open-source algorithms could expand access to precision medicine and speed genomic discovery.
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AI-Designed Anti-CRISPRs Promise Safer, Faster Gene Editing
A Melbourne-led team has used artificial intelligence to design molecules that can quickly and precisely switch off CRISPR, paving the way for safer gene-editing therapies. The new method could accelerate progress in medicine, agriculture and basic research.
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AI Helps Predict Recovery and Guide Care in Low-Resource Hospitals
After cardiac arrest, families and doctors often face agonizing uncertainty. New Duke-NUS research shows how AI can sharpen predictions and support care in hospitals with limited resources, while global experts push for strong guardrails to keep patients safe.
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New AI Tool Predicts Cancer Metastasis Risk With High Accuracy
University of Geneva researchers have built an AI tool that reads tumors’ gene activity to forecast whether cancer is likely to spread. The approach could help spare low-risk patients from harsh treatment while focusing care on those who need it most.
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AI Now Writes Nearly One-Third of New Code, Global Study Finds
A massive global analysis of GitHub activity shows generative AI is already writing close to one-third of new software functions in the U.S., transforming how experienced developers work and raising big questions for education, business and policy.
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Study Finds AI Can Beat Average Human Creativity, but Not the Best
A new study comparing 100,000 people with top AI systems like GPT-4 finds that generative AI can now outscore the average person on creativity tests, but still cannot match the most creative human minds. Researchers say the future lies in collaboration, not competition.
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Soft ‘Revoice’ Collar Helps Stroke Patients Speak Again
A new soft, washable collar called Revoice uses ultra-sensitive sensors and AI to turn a few mouthed words into full, expressive sentences for stroke survivors. Researchers say it could restore independence without invasive brain implants.
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New AI ‘Clinical Team’ Spots Early Signs of Cognitive Decline
A Mass General Brigham team has created an autonomous AI “clinical team” that scans everyday medical notes to flag early signs of cognitive decline, aiming to catch problems before the treatment window closes.
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New AI Model Flags Hidden Risks in Disinfected Drinking Water
Disinfecting drinking water saves lives, but it can also create hundreds of little-known chemical byproducts. A new AI model from Stevens Institute of Technology is helping scientists quickly flag which ones may be most toxic — and guide future regulations.
