Sunday - January 21 2024, 11:14 UTC - 10 months ago

Autonomous vehicles, such as driverless cars and planes, are becoming more common but raise safety concerns. Current testing methods may not uncover all potential flaws, prompting researchers like Sayan Mitra to develop a more reliable method. Mitra's team focuses on ensuring the reliability of a vehicle's perception system, which provides information to the control module for decision making. By quantifying uncertainties and creating mathematically proven guarantees, Mitra's method can ensure the safety of autonomous vehicles.

Sunday - January 21 2024, 06:28 UTC - 10 months ago

The University of Bath has unveiled a revolutionary air purifier design that utilizes FOAM3R filter technology to efficiently remove viruses, VOCs, and CO2 from the air. The technology is versatile and can be used in various settings, with potential applications in aircraft, cars, homes, and more. The foam used in the design is also environmentally friendly, making it a sustainable solution for air purification needs.

Sunday - January 21 2024, 02:20 UTC - 10 months ago

New study reveals surprising findings about 'diamond rain' on icy planets like Neptune and Uranus, showing formation occurs at lower pressures and temperatures than previously believed. Presence of oxygen is crucial for diamond formation and could impact unusual magnetic fields and internal dynamics of these planets. These results have implications for smaller exoplanets as well and provide insight into the internal composition and processes of these enigmatic worlds.

Saturday - January 20 2024, 21:29 UTC - 10 months ago

NVIDIA and its partners are using generative AI to bring intelligence and adaptability to robots. LLMs are a key component in allowing robots to understand and respond to human commands naturally. This technology has already been incorporated into various companies' robotics, such as robot vacuum cleaners and world simulations for autonomous lawn mowers. Additionally, gentrative AI tools are breaking down technical barriers and making it easier for typical users to create complex robotics workcells and training environments. The potential for generative AI to transform the deployment of robots in industries is immense.

Saturday - January 20 2024, 16:21 UTC - 10 months ago

Researchers propose flying fog computing with drones as a new scheme for IoT networks. This addresses challenges such as network coverage and energy efficiency, resulting in improved speed and reliability. Comparisons with traditional IoT networks show significantly lower latency in the drone network, making it a promising solution for future deployments.

Saturday - January 20 2024, 11:34 UTC - 10 months ago

The new "friger-liver" technology allows for the use of pig livers to temporarily support patients with acute liver failure, giving them time to recover until a human liver transplant becomes available.

Saturday - January 20 2024, 06:50 UTC - 10 months ago

In 2024, the AI market is projected to reach $267 billion and is expected to surpass human intelligence in certain tasks. Despite its potential benefits in industries such as healthcare and transportation, ethical concerns and potential risks must be addressed. Responsible development and usage of AI will be crucial in harnessing its full potential while mitigating any negative impacts.

Saturday - January 20 2024, 02:28 UTC - 10 months ago

K2-18, an exoplanet 8.6 times the mass of Earth, is located in the habitable zone of the dwarf star K2-18. In 2021, using NASA's JWST telescope, an international team detected methane, carbon dioxide, and potentially dimethyl sulfide in K2-18's atmosphere. These findings do not confirm the presence of life, but pose intriguing possibilities for future research and missions.

Friday - January 19 2024, 21:29 UTC - 10 months ago

Wedbush analyst Dan Ives believes that the new technology bull market has begun and predicts that AI spending will increase from 1% to 8-10% of IT budgets by 2024. At CES, executives and CEOs were actively seeking AI technology and companies to acquire. Apple, Microsoft, and Google are leading the charge in the AI industry, with Tesla emerging as a major player with their Full Self-Driving technology.

Friday - January 19 2024, 16:59 UTC - 10 months ago

The World Economic Forum in Davos has brought the conversation around AI to a more sober level, with discussions on topics such as regulation and the potential impact on jobs. With speakers like UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres and China's Premier Li Qiang, global leaders are addressing the need for a coordinated approach to AI governance. While some, like Microsoft President Brad Smith, remain optimistic about the future of AI, there is also a focus on including the perspectives of the Global South. AI experts, including Marietje Schaake and Saptarshi Guha, are working towards developing guidelines to steer the development and use of AI in a responsible and inclusive manner.

Friday - January 19 2024, 12:08 UTC - 10 months ago

The universe is made up of 5% ordinary matter, 25% dark matter, and 70% dark energy. Dark energy is an unknown force that is causing the universe to expand at an accelerating rate. Scientists are still trying to understand its properties, and a recent study has shed new light on the nature of dark energy. By measuring the brightness of exploding stars, known as Type Ia supernovas, astronomers can estimate the distance to these objects and gain a better understanding of the universe.

Friday - January 19 2024, 07:26 UTC - 10 months ago

A recent study by the University of Ottawa and the University of Pennsylvania found that one night of total sleep deprivation can significantly dampen neural responses to outcomes and impact emotions associated with decision-making in high-stress roles. This highlights the importance of maintaining adequate sleep for cognitive performance and overall well-being, especially for those in professions that require making critical decisions.

Friday - January 19 2024, 02:49 UTC - 10 months ago

Bill Gates and Sam Altman are excited about the potential of AI and robotics. Tens of billions of dollars are being invested in this field, with companies like OpenAI, Microsoft, and Google leading the way. The development of advanced AI models and self-driving cars, along with the potential for humanoid robots to replace all forms of labor, has the power to completely transform society.

Thursday - January 18 2024, 22:18 UTC - 10 months ago

Siemens has announced partnerships with Sony and AWS at the 2024 CES, aiming to advance the industrial metaverse through immersive engineering and artificial intelligence. This concept combines virtual and physical environments to improve problem-solving and innovation while enhancing collaboration. With over 300,000 employees and a history spanning over 170 years, Siemens is a leader in digital technologies and is continuously pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the world of engineering and manufacturing.

Thursday - January 18 2024, 17:39 UTC - 10 months ago

Evidence of advanced material culture, dating back 45,000 years ago, has been discovered at the Shiyu site in China. This includes innovative tools and artifacts, such as blade technology and the use of perforated graphite discs, as well as sophisticated hunting practices and long-distance resource procurement strategies. The discoveries shed light on the migration of early Homo sapiens into East Asia and highlight the complex process of cultural creolization in the region.

Thursday - January 18 2024, 12:57 UTC - 10 months ago

Dartmouth researchers have developed a technique for identifying and mitigating biases in large language models, which have the potential to perpetuate and amplify stereotypes and inequalities. By targeting specific attention heads responsible for encoding these biases, it is possible to reduce their presence without impacting the model's linguistic abilities. This approach can be tailored to different applications and is not limited to any specific language or model.

Thursday - January 18 2024, 08:10 UTC - 10 months ago

A comprehensive analysis has found that individuals with certain personality traits, such as conscientiousness and extraversion, are less likely to develop dementia compared to those with neuroticism and negative affect. The study suggests that interventions targeting these traits may help reduce the risk of dementia later in life.

Thursday - January 18 2024, 03:39 UTC - 10 months ago

Two US Navy SEALs have gone missing after falling overboard during an attempted pirate boat interdiction off the coast of Somalia. The pirates were allegedly carrying Iranian missile parts and have a history of smuggling weapons between Somalia and Iran. The SEALs may have had equipment to aid in their search and rescue, but there is speculation that they may have been killed during the mission.

Wednesday - January 17 2024, 23:03 UTC - 10 months ago

Columbia University has successfully synthesized the first 2D heavy fermion material, CeSiI, which opens the door for new research into quantum phenomena. The material, composed of cerium, silicon, and iodine, is easier to manipulate and possesses potential 2D quantum properties. Although superconductivity was not achieved, the Roy lab will continue to study CeSiI and its potential applications.