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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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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,…
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New AI System Spots Hidden Patterns in Electronic Health Records
A breakthrough in artificial intelligence could soon revolutionize how doctors diagnose diseases. Researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and their collaborators have developed InfEHR, an AI system that connects disparate medical events over time. This innovative technology is capable of revealing hidden patterns within electronic health records (EHRs), transforming millions of…
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New AI Tool Can Predict Avocado Ripeness
Researchers from Oregon State University and Florida State University have developed an artificial intelligence system that uses smartphone images to accurately predict the ripeness and internal quality of avocados. This innovative tool, details of which are published in the journal Current Research in Food Science, could significantly reduce food waste and help consumers and retailers…
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AI Shortens Time It Takes to Measure a Product’s Sustainability Impact
Researchers from Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) have developed a new AI-driven model to shorten the time taken to measure the impact of a product on the environment. The findings, published in the journal Proceedings of the Design Society, mark a significant step toward making environmental impact assessments an integral part of product…
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New AI Tool Can Predict Risk of US Car Crashes
Johns Hopkins University’s researchers have achieved a significant milestone in transportation safety with the development of SafeTraffic Copilot, an advanced artificial intelligence tool designed to predict and mitigate car crash risks across the United States. The findings are published in the scientific journal Nature Communications. “Car crashes in the U.S. continue to increase, despite decades…
