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New AI Tool Promises to Accelerate Drug Discovery
Researchers at Harvard Medical School have developed a pioneering artificial intelligence model, PDGrapher, which could significantly accelerate drug discovery by pinpointing genes and drug combinations that can reverse disease states in cells. This innovative tool represents a major advancement over traditional drug discovery methods, potentially unlocking treatments for complex diseases that have eluded scientists for…
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Can AI Uphold Fairness in the Criminal Justice System?
In an age where artificial intelligence is permeating daily life, its encroachment into the criminal justice system prompts a challenging question: Can AI uphold fairness in critical, life-altering decisions? AI is increasingly involved in tasks traditionally handled by judges and parole boards, such as predicting crime, analyzing DNA and recommending prison sentences. While AI systems…
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New Study Unveils Similarities Between Human and AI Learning Mechanisms
A new study from Brown University has uncovered striking similarities between how humans and artificial intelligence systems learn, providing fresh insights into human cognition and paving the way for the development of more intuitive AI tools. The research, led by postdoctoral research associate Jake Russin, demonstrates that both humans and AI systems integrate two distinct…
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New AI Tool Can Detect Early Signs of Blood Mutations Linked to Cancer and Heart Disease
In a significant advancement for early disease detection, Mayo Clinic researchers have developed an artificial intelligence tool designed to identify early mutations in blood cells. These mutations can significantly increase the risk of leukemia and heart disease in older adults. The tool, named UNISOM — short for Unified Somatic Calling and Machine learning — is…
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New AI Model Could Enhance Electric Vehicle Battery Life and Safety
Researchers at Uppsala University, Sweden, have developed a pioneering AI model that could dramatically extend the lifespan and enhance the safety of electric vehicle (EV) batteries, addressing a critical barrier in the electrification of the transport sector. Battery degradation is a significant challenge for the EV industry, with batteries often becoming the first component to…
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AI Model Maps Carbon Emissions for More Equitable Climate Policies
Researchers at the National University of Singapore (NUS) have developed an open-source artificial intelligence model that accurately maps the carbon emissions of buildings across several major cities. The innovation promises to be a game-changer for policymakers aiming to devise targeted and equitable decarbonization strategies. The model, born out of the College of Design and Engineering…
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New AI Model Could Enhance Development of RNA Vaccines
Researchers at MIT have pioneered a new approach using artificial intelligence to design more efficient nanoparticles for delivering RNA vaccines and therapies. This groundbreaking method could significantly expedite the creation of new RNA-based treatments for a variety of diseases, including obesity and diabetes. By training a machine-learning model to analyze thousands of existing delivery particles,…
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Researchers Map US Power Outage Hot Spots Using AI
Amid the increasing threat of severe weather events like Hurricane Beryl and Winter Storm Uri, long-term power outages have become a significant concern. Texas residents, in particular, have faced frequent disruptions, but a newly developed tool from Texas A&M University aims to address this issue on a national scale. Researchers at the Urban Resilience AI…
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AI Web Browser Assistants Found Collecting Sensitive User Data: New Study
A recent study led by researchers from University College London (UCL) and the Mediterranea University of Reggio Calabria has unveiled alarming privacy issues with popular generative AI web browser assistants. These tools, designed to enhance web browsing with AI-powered features like summarization and search assistance, are collecting extensive personal data from users’ web activity without…
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Is Using AI for Workplace Communication Damaging Your Credibility?
A new study reveals that while AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot or Claude are prevalent in professional settings, their use in managerial communication might be a double-edged sword. Conducted by Anthony Coman, a researcher at the University of Florida’s Warrington College of Business, and Peter Cardon of the University of Southern California, the study…
