Holistic panoramic 3D scene understanding using spherical harmonics

Credit: Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology An advanced artificial intelligence (AI) technology has been developed that can extract three-dimensional (3D) spatial structure and object information within indoor environments…

Investments rise in data, AI, outpacing physical assets: UN

Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain The purchase of physical assets was eclipsed last year by a surge in investment in intangible items like software, data and AI, the UN said Wednesday,…

Mental Health Benefits of Exercise Depend on Context

Summary: A new study reveals that the mental health benefits of exercise depend not just on the amount of physical activity, but also on the context in which it occurs.…

Eco-friendly method enhances perovskite solar cell quality using camphor-based additive

Direct air capture—A lever for climate action, but not cost-effective everywhere

AI video becomes more convincing, rattling creative industry

The AI video sector has crossed several milestones in just a few months. Gone are the days of six-fingered hands or distorted faces—AI-generated video is becoming increasingly convincing, attracting Hollywood,…

Low-cost method can remove CO₂ from air using cold temperatures and common materials

Why Your Baby Cries: It’s Largely Written in Their Genes

Summary: A new twin study reveals that how much an infant cries is strongly influenced by genetics, leaving parents with limited control over this behavior. Researchers found that at two…

Timing of Prozac Treatment Shapes Lasting Mood, Brain Changes

Summary: New research reveals that the developmental timing of fluoxetine (Prozac) treatment profoundly influences long-term mood and brain function. In a rodent model, early postnatal treatment in males led to…

‘Pylon wars’ show why big energy plans need locals on board

Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Thousands of new electricity pylons are to be built across parts of England under the government’s plans to decarbonize the electricity. And some people aren’t happy.…