Machine learning is a branch of artificial intelligence (AI) and computer science that focuses on the use of data and algorithms to allow computers to learn without explicitly being programmed. While discussions surrounding AI algorithms, such as ChatGPT and other generative models, are taking place at all levels of society, the machine learning capabilities of … Read more
A UCL-led research team has used artificial intelligence (AI) techniques to infer the influence and properties of dark energy more precisely from a map of dark and visible matter in the universe covering the last 7 billion years. The study, submitted to the Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society and available on the arXiv preprint server, was carried … Read more
A microprocessor is a pivotal component of modern computing devices, serving as the brain that executes instructions and performs calculations. It is a miniature electronic device that contains millions or even billions of transistors etched onto a single semiconductor chip. The evolution of microprocessors has been instrumental in advancing computing technology, enabling the development of … Read more
Cloud computing is a transformative technology that has revolutionized the way businesses and individuals access, store, and manage data and applications. At its core, cloud computing refers to the delivery of computing services—including servers, storage, databases, networking, software, analytics, and intelligence—over the internet (“the cloud”). This paradigm shift in IT infrastructure has enabled organizations to … Read more
Computer Science is a multidisciplinary field that explores the principles and applications of computation. It encompasses a broad range of topics, including algorithms, programming languages, data structures, artificial intelligence, and the design and analysis of computer systems. As a dynamic and rapidly evolving discipline, computer science plays a pivotal role in shaping the modern world … Read more
Professor Hyong-Ryeol Park, leading a team of researchers from the Department of Physics at UNIST, has unveiled a groundbreaking technology capable of amplifying terahertz (THz) electromagnetic waves by a remarkable 30,000 times. This achievement, coupled with artificial intelligence (AI) based on physical models, is poised to revolutionize the commercialization of 6G communication frequencies. In collaboration … Read more
Devoting over a decade to investigating the impact of colonialism on Peru’s Indigenous people during the 16th century, Parker VanValkenburgh, an associate professor of anthropology at Brown University, spearheaded intensive archaeological projects studying the aftermath of Spanish conquest. Focused on post-colonization changes, VanValkenburgh sought a broader perspective to contextualize his findings. Collaborating with Steven Wernke … Read more
The retina, a delicate and intricate layer at the back of the eye, serves as the gateway to our visual world. Comprising specialized cells that convert light into neural signals, the retina plays a fundamental role in the complex process of vision. However, this vital ocular component is susceptible to an array of diseases that … Read more
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a multidisciplinary field of computer science that focuses on creating systems capable of performing tasks that typically require human intelligence. These tasks include learning, reasoning, problem-solving, perception, and language understanding. The ultimate goal of AI is to develop machines that can emulate and replicate human cognitive functions, making them capable of … Read more
Javier Santos, a researcher at Los Alamos National Laboratory, has pioneered an ingenious artificial intelligence (AI) approach. This method efficiently reconstructs extensive data, such as overall ocean temperature, using a minimal number of field-deployable sensors. Leveraging low-powered “edge” computing, this innovation holds vast implications for industries, scientific research, and medical applications. Santos explained, “We crafted … Read more
In the relentless pursuit of effective drug molecules to combat diseases, researchers are focusing on compounds that dock onto proteins, typically enzymes or receptors, triggering specific physiological actions. Some molecules are designed to thwart undesirable reactions in the body, such as an excessive inflammatory response. Given the plethora of available chemical compounds, drug discovery seems … Read more
In the realm of scientific exploration, the dream of human colonization on Mars has long been hindered by the challenge of obtaining essential elements like oxygen for sustained survival. However, recent strides in Martian research, specifically the discovery of water activity on the planet, have sparked new possibilities. A group of scientists, led by Prof. … Read more
Cancer is a group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled division and growth of abnormal cells in the body. These cells can invade nearby tissues and spread to other parts of the body, causing serious health problems. There are many types of cancer, each with its own characteristics and treatment options. Causes of cancer can … Read more