Sunday - January 14 2024, 00:27 UTC - 10 months ago

Coscientist is an AI-powered system that is revolutionizing the field of chemistry by learning chemical recipes and designing lab procedures in minutes. It has already successfully completed complex reactions, including one that won the Nobel Prize in chemistry. By mimicking a team of chemists, Coscientist is speeding up the drug discovery process and bringing us closer to self-driving laboratories. The use of AI technology in chemistry is not only improving efficiency but also paving the way for groundbreaking discoveries.

Saturday - January 13 2024, 20:03 UTC - 10 months ago

In a groundbreaking review, an international team of scientists discusses the latest advancements in polariton research and its potential for revolutionizing the field of nanotechnology. They found that polaritons, a combination of light and matter, can trap light in the smallest of spaces when induced by specific vibrations in certain crystals. The researchers believe this work could lead to the development of new materials and technologies that use light in innovative ways.

Saturday - January 13 2024, 15:51 UTC - 10 months ago

The Ohio State University has developed an AI agent that can complete complex tasks on any website using simple language commands. Called Mind2Web, this agent uses real-world websites to train, allowing it to adapt to the constantly changing internet landscape. With the ability to handle a wide range of tasks, this technology has the potential to greatly improve internet accessibility for people with disabilities.

Saturday - January 13 2024, 11:33 UTC - 10 months ago

NASA's curation team has successfully obtained access to the remaining samples from the OSIRIS-REx mission that collected dust and rocks from the near-Earth asteroid Bennu. They overcame challenges in disassembling the sampling head and have already collected over 70 grams of material. The samples will provide valuable insights into the formation of our solar system, and NASA is committed to sharing them with the global scientific community for further study.

Saturday - January 13 2024, 06:33 UTC - 10 months ago

AI language models, while advanced, still lack the ability to reason like humans. It is important to include reasoning capabilities and diverse datasets when training these models to ensure accurate and culturally sensitive responses. Current AI models also suffer from a North American bias, highlighting the need for diversity in training data.

Saturday - January 13 2024, 01:45 UTC - 10 months ago

Scientists at Johns Hopkins University used lab-grown retinal organoids to gain insights into the complex processes that allow humans to see a wide range of colors. They discovered that retinoic acid plays a crucial role in the specialization of cone cells and can determine the ratio of green and red cones in the human retina. This breakthrough provides a deeper understanding of human color vision and what sets us apart from other organisms.

Friday - January 12 2024, 21:13 UTC - 10 months ago

In 2024, there will be significant developments in the field of humanoid robots with announcements from companies like Teslabot, Sanctuary AI, and Figure. Other companies are also in the race, driven by the demand for more efficient robots in various industries. Elon Musk plans to increase AI training compute by 5-10 times in 2024, with a goal of reaching 1500 Exaflops by December. ALOHA, an open-source robot, and Sanctuary AI's humanoid robots, have showcased impressive capabilities in automation and teleoperation. The future of humanoid robots and AI looks promising and we're just scratching the surface of its potential.

Friday - January 12 2024, 16:54 UTC - 10 months ago

Mobile ALOHA is an open source hardware and teleoperation system developed by University of Stanford researchers. Currently teleoperated, it is capable of completing complex mobile manipulation tasks and has shown potential for household use. The low-cost system utilizes human demonstrations and has already completed tasks such as laundry and opening doors. The team hopes to eventually create a fully autonomous version and make autonomous robots more accessible.

Friday - January 12 2024, 12:03 UTC - 10 months ago

A new brain implant technology tested in mice uses graphene electrodes and machine learning to accurately read neural activity deep within the brain. This non-invasive approach has the potential to greatly expand the applications of brain implantation and improve our understanding of the brain.

Friday - January 12 2024, 07:04 UTC - 10 months ago

Psychedelics, namely MDMA and psilocybin, have gained traction in the medical world for their potential to treat mental health disorders like PTSD and depression. Despite their success in clinical settings, psychedelics are still not fully understood and remain federally illegal. More research and regulations are needed to fully harness their potential and revolutionize mental health therapy.

Friday - January 12 2024, 02:05 UTC - 10 months ago

Recent research from the University of East Anglia suggests that air filtration systems may not be effective in lowering the risk of viral infections. Despite promises of improving indoor air quality and reducing infection rates, a review of 32 studies found no strong evidence to support the use of these technologies. This is especially concerning as many governments and organizations have invested in these technologies during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Thursday - January 11 2024, 21:24 UTC - 10 months ago

A study conducted by UAB and URV researchers and published in PNAS showed that humans are significantly better at recognizing grammatical errors in a sentence compared to large language models. The study compared the skills of humans and the three best large language models currently available and highlighted the need for improving language models to narrow the gap between humans and AI.

Thursday - January 11 2024, 16:43 UTC - 10 months ago

Renowned factory and electric car expert Sandy Munro has been given special tours of Tesla's factories and has witnessed the capabilities of the Teslabot – a highly advanced AI-powered robot designed for factory assembly line tasks. Munro predicts that the Teslabot will join Tesla's production lines later in 2024, revolutionizing the manufacturing process and increasing production capabilities. This move will not only reduce costs but also bring valuable insights for improvement.

Thursday - January 11 2024, 11:45 UTC - 10 months ago

Researchers have been studying error correction and have developed different coding schemes over the years. One such scheme, called locally correctable codes, allows for easy error correction while still being secure against tampering. However, the only known examples of this are highly inefficient. Researchers have been trying to devise better codes, especially ones that use only three queries, but a breakthrough research has shown that such codes are impossible to construct without increasing the length of the message exponentially.

Thursday - January 11 2024, 06:52 UTC - 10 months ago

AI continues to advance, but there are still unresolved questions that need to be addressed, such as bias, copyright, and high costs. As we rely on AI more in our daily lives, it's crucial to find ways to ensure its ethical and responsible use. Additionally, AI's potential for deeper learning is being explored, such as using AI to predict natural disasters.

Thursday - January 11 2024, 02:23 UTC - 10 months ago

Pivotal has officially launched online sales for its Helix flying vehicle, the first production light eVTOL aircraft on the market. With intuitive joystick controls, customization packages, and compliance with FAA regulations, the Helix offers a revolutionary flying experience. Online sales are now open, with deliveries set to begin in the summer of 2024.

Wednesday - January 10 2024, 21:59 UTC - 10 months ago

A multinational team of researchers has used a CFD model to study the path-following performance of autonomous ships in adverse weather conditions. Their findings suggest that increasing propulsion power can improve performance in some cases, and the proposed CFD-based model allows for more accurate assessments of minimum propulsion power requirements.

Wednesday - January 10 2024, 17:11 UTC - 10 months ago

The new real-name rule on Chinese social media platforms is being used to restrict accounts and potentially monitor online activity, challenging the importance of online anonymity. Despite promises of only applying to serious topics, the rule is already being broadly enforced. China has made other big moves in 2023, including sanctioning US defense companies and surpassing Tesla in electric vehicle sales. Meanwhile, the government continues to crackdown on LGBTQ+ content and promote its authoritarian response to the COVID-19 pandemic and human rights issues.

Wednesday - January 10 2024, 12:39 UTC - 10 months ago

Human-computer gaming has a long history of AI development, with systems like Chinook and Deep Blue defeating world champions in games like checkers and chess. Recent AIs like AlphaGo and OpenAI Five have shown great success, using modern techniques to defeat professional human players in complex games. A new paper in Machine Intelligence Research reviews recent breakthrough AIs, their corresponding games, and predicts future trends in this field.