Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Shaping AI is an ongoing international social science research study that examines public debates about artificial intelligence in four countries across a ten-year period (2012–2022). Academics…
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Manufacturers hope for AI boost in factories
Manufacturers see potential for artificial intelligence in the sector. Manufacturers are hoping for the artificial intelligence revolution to reach their factories, envisaging robots being used to repair complex machinery. There…
Twitter reinstates blue ticks for some media, celebrities
A number of celebrities have regained their blue ticks, seemingly without action on their part, including author Stephen King and former US president Donald Trump. Twitter’s blue ticks were reinstated…
Grad student helps design ‘artificial muscles’ you can toss in the compost bin
An “artificial muscle” made, in part, from material designed for biodegradable grocery bags. Credit: Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems Say “hello” to the robots of the future: They’re soft…
Early Indicators of Autism May Be Identified in Fetal Brain Scans
Summary: A study by King’s College researchers has identified a link between autism traits and isolated fetal ventriculomegaly – a common antenatal brain abnormality. Using MRI brain scans, the study…
US rideshare firm Lyft plans major staff cuts
A fresh round of layoffs announced at Lyft is intended to make the company “flatter” and save money to be used to keep drivers happy and fares competitive at the…
Stress Rapidly Increases Biological Age, but Recovery Turns Back the Clock
Summary: Stress can cause rapid and transient increases in biological age, which can be reversed upon recovery, according to a new study. Using DNA methylation clocks, researchers found that stress…
Sniffing Out the Mechanism Behind Parkinson’s Smell Loss
Summary: Up to 90% of patients report experiencing a diminished sense of smell, even prior to the onset of other symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. A new study reveals the mechanism…
A cheaper method for making woven displays and smart fabrics of any size or shape
Researchers have developed next-generation smart textiles – incorporating LEDs, sensors, energy harvesting, and storage – that can be produced inexpensively, in any shape or size, using the same machines used…
