Saturday - March 23 2024, 19:05 UTC - 8 months ago

Researchers in Germany compared the accuracy of three ML models in recognizing emotions from short voice recordings and found that they were comparable to human accuracy. This has potential applications in therapy and interpersonal communication. The study used 1.5 second audio clips and included emotions such as joy, anger, sadness, fear, disgust, and neutral.

Saturday - March 23 2024, 14:18 UTC - 8 months ago

After facing multiple challenges, chinese researchers have discovered a new material that exhibits room temperature superconductivity with unexpectedly low resistivity. Their findings challenge the understanding of superconductivity and point to new possibilities for applications in energy, transportation, and computing.

Saturday - March 23 2024, 09:47 UTC - 8 months ago

Researchers at Hokkaido University have developed a method for creating recyclable polymers from plant-derived cellulose, offering a sustainable alternative to single-use plastics. Using commercially available chemicals, a variety of polymers can be made for different applications. The team hopes to collaborate with other experts to explore the endless possibilities for these environmentally-friendly plastics.

Saturday - March 23 2024, 05:33 UTC - 8 months ago

Recently, two studies have shown potential for CAR T cell therapy in treating glioblastoma, a deadly and untreatable form of brain cancer. CAR T cell therapy has been successful in treating blood cancers since 2017 and works by genetically engineering T cells to better target cancer cells. While not a cure, the recent trials have shown promising results and give hope for future treatments.

Saturday - March 23 2024, 00:39 UTC - 8 months ago

Tesla's Full Self-Driving 12.3 is the latest and greatest version of the company's autonomous driving tech. With numerous new features and upgrades, it has received rave reviews and is deemed a major leap forward. Initial users have reported a smoother and more human-like driving experience, and the ability to perform U-turns has been a highly anticipated addition. With over 10% of FSD users already upgrading to version 12.3, it is clear that Tesla continues to dominate the autonomous driving space.

Friday - March 22 2024, 20:21 UTC - 8 months ago

A deadly dog parasite, Heterobilharzia americana, has been found for the first time in the California section of the Colorado River. This parasite, transmitted by snails, can cause canine schistosomiasis and has been linked to the death of one dog. Health officials are urging pet owners to be cautious and aware before letting their dogs swim in the river. While the parasite is not harmful to humans, its presence in a popular recreational area is concerning.

Friday - March 22 2024, 16:00 UTC - 8 months ago

Paleontologists have discovered a new species of marine lizard, Khinjaria acuta, that lived 66 million years ago during the late Cretaceous period. This deadly predator was part of a diverse ecosystem of top predators that existed alongside dinosaurs. This ecosystem was dramatically different from modern marine food chains, with numerous giant top predators specialized in different hunting strategies. However, this diversity was short-lived and disappeared after an asteroid struck the Earth, leading to the extinction of most species and the emergence of a new ocean ecosystem.

Friday - March 22 2024, 11:13 UTC - 8 months ago

Researchers in Denmark have trained an AI algorithm to predict the stages of an individual's life with an 88% accuracy. This has potential implications for healthcare, financial planning, and social policy. However, concerns have been raised about the ethical and privacy implications of using AI in this way.

Friday - March 22 2024, 06:30 UTC - 8 months ago

Researchers are studying how humans approach problem-solving to help machines improve. Techniques like chain-of-thought prompting and computational complexity theory are shedding light on the limitations of language models. The training of neural networks with large datasets has led to major advancements in machine language processing, sparked by Google's introduction of the transformer network in 2017.

Friday - March 22 2024, 01:53 UTC - 8 months ago

The rise of AI-powered language tools such as ChatGPT and Gemini has sparked debates about the true nature of intelligence. AI is being used for various purposes, but its potential for creativity is also being explored. While machines can exhibit human-like behaviors, their abilities are still limited to what they have been programmed to do.

Thursday - March 21 2024, 21:25 UTC - 8 months ago

Scientists at the Wyss Institute have developed a new technique for rapidly bonding hydrogels using a thin film of chitosan. This versatile method has potential for a wide range of clinical applications and could revolutionize the production of new biomaterial devices.

Thursday - March 21 2024, 16:49 UTC - 8 months ago

In an interview with Lex Fridman, OpenAI's Sam Altman discussed the potential future of coding, the groundbreaking Q-Star project, and the continued advancements being made in AI. Altman also spoke about the importance of providing a map of the technology frontier and debunked rumors of raising $7 trillion for AI chips. As AI demand grows, energy may become a limiting factor in its development, but Altman believes that AI has the potential to truly change the world economy and accelerate scientific discovery.

Thursday - March 21 2024, 12:24 UTC - 8 months ago

Researchers have unveiled a mathematical model that explains how surface geometry affects water's freezing point, with potential applications in weather modification and energy creation. This model can predict where snow will form on mountains or improve the efficiency of snow machines and cloud seeding. It could also be used in desalinization and artificial photosynthesis. This research was presented at the ACS Spring 2024 meeting.

Thursday - March 21 2024, 07:45 UTC - 8 months ago

The iconic oak trees that have been a part of South Africa's landscape for nearly 400 years are now facing multiple challenges. Invasive species and diseases, such as the polyphagous shot hole borer, are threatening the survival of oak trees in cities and towns. The emotional attachment to oak-lined streets and parks may hinder efforts to replace infected trees, which could lead to conflicts between management and stakeholders. Additionally, the disposal of thousands of diseased trees could also have a significant impact on carbon emissions.

Thursday - March 21 2024, 03:22 UTC - 8 months ago

The Kuiper Belt, an expansive region beyond Neptune, is much larger than previously believed and may extend hundreds of AU. Only about 0.01% of the objects within the Kuiper Belt have been detected, and new technologies and studies may reveal more about its contents and origins. AI has significantly sped up the screening process for new objects, and the existence of a yet-undiscovered planet in the far outer solar system may explain the gap in our current knowledge of the Kuiper Belt.

Wednesday - March 20 2024, 23:20 UTC - 8 months ago

At SXSW, Google's Gemini AI app was criticized for generating images of Black and Asian Nazi soldiers, highlighting the immense control tech giants have over AI platforms. While the incident was quickly corrected, it brings attention to the potential for bias and lack of control in AI-generated content. As AI becomes more prevalent and important in our lives, these issues have major implications for society.

Wednesday - March 20 2024, 18:51 UTC - 8 months ago

A new study has found that Earth scientists and statisticians can now predict with 99% accuracy if an underground nuclear test has taken place, based on seismic data analysis. This method is faster and less computationally expensive compared to previous methods and could be crucial in detecting and preventing secret nuclear tests. Previous methods only had an 82% accuracy rate, while North Korea is the only country known to have conducted an underground nuclear test in the 21st century. However, satellite imagery has revealed that other countries such as Russia, the US, and China have built new facilities at their nuclear test sites in recent years, raising concerns about the possibility of more secret tests.

Wednesday - March 20 2024, 13:47 UTC - 8 months ago

TacticAI is a new AI assistant developed by Google DeepMind that can suggest soccer tactics better than professional coaches. It uses predictive and generative AI models to analyze corner kicks and player data, with a success rate of over 90%. The system can also be applied to other sports, making AI a valuable tool for teams looking for a competitive edge.

Wednesday - March 20 2024, 08:49 UTC - 8 months ago

A recent study has uncovered a potential new culprit in Alzheimer's disease: fatty bubbles inside immune cells in the brain. These bubbles, which accumulate in those with a specific gene variant, may be linked to the development of the disease. This could open up new avenues for therapeutic development in the fight against Alzheimer's.