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New AI Tool to Train the Next Generation of Surgeons
Faced with an increasing shortage of surgeons, a team at Johns Hopkins University has developed a pioneering artificial intelligence tool designed to coach medical students through complex surgical procedures. The innovative technology, designed to provide real-time, personalized feedback, was recently showcased at the International Conference on Medical Image Computing and Computer Assisted Intervention. The AI…
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New Study Reveals How Personalized Algorithms Impair Learning and Skew Reality
Personalized algorithms, which curate online content based on users’ previous choices on platforms like YouTube, may hinder learning and create distorted perceptions of reality, according to new research from The Ohio State University. Published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology: General, the study found that when an algorithm controlled the information shown to participants learning…
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New AI System Enhances Traffic Safety Using Citywide Camera Footage
New York City’s vast network of traffic cameras captures countless hours of video every day, creating a treasure trove of data that, until now, has been challenging to fully utilize. That’s set to change with a groundbreaking development from researchers at New York University (NYU) Tandon School of Engineering. Their new artificial intelligence system, SeeUnsafe,…
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AI Simplifies CT Reports for Cancer Patients, New Study Finds
Medical jargon can be a barrier for many patients trying to make sense of their diagnostic reports. To address this, a team from the Technical University of Munich (TUM) has harnessed the power of artificial intelligence to simplify CT findings, making them more accessible and understandable for cancer patients. Study Highlights AI as a Game…
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New AI Tool Detects Blood Cell Abnormalities Missed by Doctors
A new artificial intelligence tool called CytoDiffusion is set to transform the diagnostic landscape for blood disorders, surpassing human capabilities in identifying abnormalities with exceptional accuracy. Developed by researchers from the University of Cambridge, University College London (UCL) and Queen Mary University of London, CytoDiffusion utilizes generative AI technology — akin to that behind image…
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New Study Uncovers the Art and Flaws of AI-Generated Imagery
In a world where artificial intelligence is rapidly making strides, a team of researchers has embarked on a mission to understand the capabilities and limitations of popular AI tools Midjourney and DALL·E. These generative AI programs have gained attention for their ability to transform written descriptions into visual art, but can they truly capture the…
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AI’s Energy Consumption Lower Than Expected, New Study Finds
New research from the University of Waterloo and the Georgia Institute of Technology challenges common perceptions regarding the energy consumption of artificial intelligence (AI). The study, published in the journal Environmental Research Letters, reveals that AI’s contribution to global greenhouse gas emissions is minimal and could potentially offer benefits for environmental sustainability and economic efficiency…
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Popular AI Models Are Unsafe for Robot Operations
Robots powered by popular artificial intelligence models are currently unsafe for general-purpose use, according to a new study by researchers from King’s College London and Carnegie Mellon University. This finding raises critical questions about the danger of relying on these AI tools. The study, published in the International Journal of Social Robotics, marks the first…
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New Study Reveals Ways to Reduce the Environmental Impact of AI Data Centers
As artificial intelligence rapidly integrates into daily life, the computing infrastructure required to support AI has grown exponentially. This surge has fueled increasing energy demands and environmental concerns, particularly regarding the power consumption and water usage of large data centers. A new study led by researchers at Cornell University provides a comprehensive state-by-state analysis of…
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AI Breakthrough: Can You Trust the Photos You See?
Artificial intelligence has reached a new milestone, and its implications are both fascinating and troubling. A study recently published in the journal Cognitive Research: Principles and Implications has shown that AI can now generate images of real people that are virtually impossible to differentiate from genuine photographs. This breakthrough heralds a new level of “deepfake…
