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Breakthrough AI Robot Mimics Animal Movements to Navigate Unfamiliar Terrain
Researchers at the University of Leeds and University College London (UCL) have developed an AI system that allows a four-legged robot to adapt its gait to a multitude of terrains, mimicking the agility and adaptability of real animals. This monumental development, detailed in a paper published today in Nature Machine Intelligence, is poised to revolutionize…
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Breakthrough Optical Chip for Ultra-Fast and Greener AI
Researchers from the Centre for Optics, Photonics and Lasers (COPL) at Université Laval in Quebec have unveiled a breakthrough optical chip that can transfer massive amounts of data at ultra-high speeds while consuming minimal energy. This innovation, published in the latest edition of Nature Photonics, could revolutionize artificial intelligence systems known for their significant power…
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New Research Reveals How Sensory Input Improves AI’s Conceptual Understanding
Researchers led by The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) have uncovered how large language models (LLMs) can form complex conceptual knowledge more similarly to humans when enriched with sensory and motor inputs. The study, led by Li Ping, the Sin Wai Kin Foundation Professor in Humanities and Technology and dean of the PolyU Faculty of…
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How AI Transitions From Word Positions to Word Meanings: A New Study Sheds Light
The language capabilities of modern artificial intelligence systems are nothing short of remarkable, enabling natural conversations with tools like ChatGPT and Gemini, almost on par with human interaction. However, the internal workings that drive these sophisticated interactions remain largely enigmatic. A new study published in the Journal of Statistical Mechanics: Theory and Experiment (JSTAT) provides…
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AI Enhances Breast Cancer Detection in Mammograms, Boosting Radiologist Accuracy
A recent study published today in the journal Radiology reveals that artificial intelligence significantly improves the accuracy of radiologists in detecting breast cancer from screening mammograms. This boost in diagnostic performance allows radiologists to focus more keenly on suspicious areas, potentially saving lives through earlier cancer detection. Previous studies have indicated that AI can assist…
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New AI-Generated Materials Aim to Slash Energy Bills
A breakthrough in material design developed through machine learning and artificial intelligence, published in the journal Nature, promises to transform how we manage and utilize energy for cooling and heating. Researchers from The University of Texas at Austin, in collaboration with Shanghai Jiao Tong University, the National University of Singapore and Umea University in Sweden,…
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New Research Leverages AI for Unprecedented Flood Prediction Accuracy
In a significant breakthrough, a team of researchers led by Penn State’s College of Civil and Environmental Engineering has developed an advanced computational model that enhances flood prediction accuracy and efficiency on a national scale. Floods rank among the most destructive natural disasters in the United States, inflicting billions of dollars in damage each year.…
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New Attack Manipulates AI Vision Systems, Exposing Critical Vulnerabilities
Researchers at North Carolina State University have unveiled a new method that exposes vulnerabilities in artificial intelligence (AI) vision systems, enabling the control of what these systems “see.” Named RisingAttacK, this technique is effective in manipulating the most widely deployed AI computer vision systems, raising significant implications for security and safety across various sectors. RisingAttacK…
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AI Matches Doctors in Mapping Lung Tumors, Enhancing Radiation Therapy Precision
In a new study published today in the journal npj Precision Oncology, scientists at Northwestern Medicine reveals that iSeg, an AI tool they developed, not only matches doctors in accurately outlining lung tumors on CT scans but can also identify areas that some doctors may miss. Precision is critical in radiation therapy as oncologists must…
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AI Breakthrough Could Revolutionize Cardiac MRI Scans
In a breakthrough that could revolutionize cardiac care, researchers from the University of Missouri (MU) School of Medicine and the School of Engineering have unveiled an artificial intelligence (AI) model, TagGen, that transforms low-quality MRI heart scans into high-resolution images while slashing scanning time by about 90%. Cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans are vital…
