Category: AI

  • New Study Reveals Limitations of AI in Detecting Human Deception

    Can artificial intelligence effectively detect when a person is lying? Michigan State University-led researchers have embarked on an ambitious study to explore this provocative question, examining the capabilities and limitations of AI in discerning human deception. Published in the Journal of Communication, the research involved 12 experiments with over 19,000 AI participants, scrutinizing how well…

  • New Algorithm Enables Drones to Collaborate in Transporting Heavy Payloads

    Scientists at Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands have developed an innovative algorithm that allows multiple autonomous drones to collaborate in transporting heavy payloads, even in difficult weather conditions. This development, published in the journal Science Robotics, could revolutionize various industries by enabling drones to efficiently perform tasks like reaching hard-to-access infrastructure, transporting building…

  • New AI Model Can Help Athletes Avoid Injuries

    Researchers at the University of California San Diego have developed a groundbreaking generative AI model named BIGE (Biomechanics-informed GenAI for Exercise Science) aimed at preventing injuries among athletes and aiding in their rehabilitation. Utilizing athlete movements and biomechanical constraints — such as the muscle force limits — BIGE generates videos of realistic and safe exercise…

  • New AI-Powered Microscope Propels Autonomous Research

    This fall, Duke University’s electrical and computer engineering lab, led by Haozhe “Harry” Wang, introduced a breakthrough in research technology — an AI-powered microscope. Known as ATOMIC, which stands for Autonomous Technology for Optical Microscopy & Intelligent Characterization, this platform aims to emulate and expedite the complex analytical tasks typically performed by trained graduate students.…

  • Duke’s New AI Bots Can Solve Complex Research Problems

    Engineers at Duke University have developed a team of AI bots that can autonomously solve intricate design problems almost as proficiently as trained scientists. This study, recently published in ACS Photonics, suggests that AI could soon take on narrow, yet sophisticated, design challenges, unleashing a wave of rapid progress across many fields. “A few years…

  • 5 Essential Strategies to Build Trust in AI Technology

    As autonomous taxis roll out across the country, the University of Colorado Boulder is spearheading research to ensure artificial intelligence systems are trustworthy and widely accepted. Leading this initiative is Amir Behzadan, a professor in the Department of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering, and a fellow in the Institute of Behavioral Science (IBS) at CU…

  • UC San Diego Engineers Revolutionize AI Customization With New Method

    Researchers from the University of California San Diego have unveiled a pioneering approach to customize large language models (LLMs) — the engines behind chatbots and protein sequencing tools. This breakthrough method significantly reduces the data and computing power needed for these adaptations, potentially making advanced AI more accessible. LLMs consist of billions of parameters that…

  • AI-Generated Content Poses Triple Threat to Reddit Moderators

    As artificial intelligence continues to evolve, its growing presence on Reddit, a platform known for its human-centric content, is becoming a contentious issue. This disruption is analyzed in a new study led by Cornell University researchers. The study paints a complex picture of how AI-generated content is affecting the very essence of Reddit’s communities. Lead…

  • AI Chatbots Found to Violate Mental Health Ethics, New Study Reveals

    As AI chatbots become increasingly popular for mental health advice, a new study from Brown University exposes how these digital assistants systematically violate ethical standards set by organizations such as the American Psychological Association. The research, conducted by computer scientists and mental health practitioners at Brown, identified a variety of ethical violations committed by chatbots,…

  • AI Can Better Predict Future Risks in Heart Attack Patients

    A new study spearheaded by researchers at the University of Leicester has revealed that artificial intelligence can significantly enhance the prediction of future risks in heart attack patients, paving the way for more precise and effective treatments. The study, published in The Lancet Digital Health, was conducted by an international team led by Florian Wenzl,…