A new algorithm to help robots practice skills independently to adapt to unfamiliar environments

A new algorithm developed by researchers at MIT CSAIL helps robots practice skills on their own. In experiments, it guided a quadruped with sweeping and placing various items. Credits: Alex…

Family of France’s ‘Mr Titanic’ sues OceanGate submersible operator

The family of Paul-Henri Nargeolet has filed a $50 million lawsuit against the operator of the submersible that imploded during a dive to the Titanic, killing him and four other…

Child Signals: Vocal Cues Shape Adult Perceptions

Summary: Human children depend on caregivers for extended periods, employing complex vocal and cognitive cues to elicit adult attention and care. Recent research shows that adults prioritize vocal cues when…

Experts warn of AI-powered autonomous weapon risks

Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain For decades, the military has used autonomous weapons such as mines, torpedoes, and heat-guided missiles that operate based on simple reactive feedback without human control. However,…

Tesla is promising to sell a humanoid robot. It could be the first of many

Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Elon Musk’s recent announcement on Twitter that “Tesla will have genuinely useful humanoid robots in low production for Tesla internal use next year” suggests that robots…

Sony hikes annual net profit forecast after solid Q1

Sony raised its full-year net profit forecast after a solid performance in the first quarter, predicting strong sales in its video game, music and image sensor sectors. Sony raised its…

Treat or Train? Orexin Helps Brain Decide

Summary: Researchers have identified orexin, a brain chemical, as crucial in deciding between exercising and indulging in treats. In experiments with mice, those with an intact orexin system were more…

Social Drinking Activates Dopamine and Elevates Mood

Summary: New research reveals why alcohol makes people feel happier in social settings but not when drinking alone. Using fruit flies, scientists discovered that dopamine in the brain plays a…

Loneliness Linked to Nightmares – Neuroscience News

Summary: Research reveals that loneliness is linked to an increased frequency and intensity of nightmares, highlighting the connection between social isolation and sleep disturbances. The study suggests that stress, rumination,…

Roofing highways with solar panels could cut carbon emissions and improve road safety