Embodied AI, superintelligence and the master algorithm
In the next year and a half, we’re going to see increasing adoption of technologies, which will trigger a broader industry shift, much as Tesla triggered the transition to EVs. Chris Nicholson Contributor.....»»
Student cleans up archival data and uncovers two stellar cocoons
While investigating 16 years of images of young stars from a retired astronomical camera, Leiden master's student Sam de Regt discovered that two of those stars were still enveloped in birth clouds that had not been seen at this level of detail befor.....»»
How can a baby learn two languages at the same time?
Language acquisition in children is one of the most fascinating features of the human species, as well as one of the most difficult problems in linguistics and cognitive science. What are the processes that enable a child to completely master its nat.....»»
Researcher creates algorithm to aid in discovery of new medicines
Ph.D. candidate Jeroen Methorst has developed a computer system that helps researchers find the protein they need to create new medicines. "Our whole group is now using this program," says Methorst. He will defend his Ph.D. thesis on April 2......»»
Extreme weather forecasts: Algorithm "nudges" existing climate simulations closer to future reality
To assess a community's risk of extreme weather, policymakers rely first on global climate models that can be run decades, and even centuries, forward in time, but only at a coarse resolution. These models might be used to gauge, for instance, future.....»»
Scientists deliver quantum algorithm to develop new materials and chemistry
U.S. Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) scientists have published the Cascaded Variational Quantum Eigensolver (CVQE) algorithm in a recent Physical Review Research article. The algorithm is expected to become a powerful tool to investigate the physical.....»»
Nvidia announces “moonshot” to create embodied human-level AI in robot form
As companies race to pair AI with general-purpose humanoid robots, Nvidia's GR00T emerges. Enlarge / An illustration of a humanoid robot created by Nvidia. (credit: Nvidia) In sci-fi films, the rise of humanlike artifici.....»»
Motivated supervision increases motivation when writing a thesis, study finds
Students working on their Bachelor's or Master's thesis usually have supervisors at their side who guide, accompany and possibly also correct them during this time. If students have the impression that their supervisor is passionate and motivated, th.....»»
How to solve the chess puzzles in Hogwarts Legacy
Not a chess master? No Matter. Here's how you can solve all the chess puzzles in Hogwarts Legacy......»»
Q&A: Why researchers need accessible training to understand and leverage artificial intelligence in the life sciences
Using any technology to its full potential, whether a basic word processor or a cutting-edge AI algorithm, requires some training. To truly tap into the benefits of technology, users need to understand how it works, grasp its limitations, and employ.....»»
The best free movies on YouTube right now (March 2024)
You don't need a subscription to enjoy No Country for Old Men, Master and Commander, The Longest Yard, and more of the best free movies on YouTube......»»
Kagan: Florida social media law seems like “classic First Amendment violation”
In oral arguments, Justice Thomas asks who speaks when an algorithm moderates. Enlarge / The Supreme Court of the United States in Washington D.C. in May 2023. (credit: Getty Images | NurPhoto) The US Supreme Court today.....»»
Snapchat isn’t liable for connecting 12-year-old to convicted sex offenders
Section 230 shields Snapchat from minor’s claims that algorithm enabled rape. Enlarge (credit: Bloomberg / Contributor | Bloomberg) A judge has dismissed a complaint from a parent and guardian of a girl, now 15, who wa.....»»
Job Interviews with a Robot: Why A.I. is Not Ready to Take Over the Hiring Process
Hilke Schellmann, author of “The Algorithm,” argues that AI-based tools aren’t ready for use in the hiring process. Yet, many large American companies already rely upon them. Hilke Schellmann, author of “The Alg.....»»
"True Detective: Night Country": What"s with the polar bears?
Let's track the polar bears in HBO's "True Detective: Night Country": What do they mean? Lost called, it wants its polar bear back.One of the many mysteries of True Detective: Night Country is embodied by one of the cutest and deadliest animals.....»»
This Knife Throwing Machine Guarantees A Bullseye
Knife throwing is both an art and a skill that’s difficult to master. It takes both hand-eye coordination and just the right spin to embed the knife into a target, and the longer the distance, the more power and spin are needed. While movies m.....»»
When Love and the Algorithm Don’t Mix
Dating app algorithms are working for the status quo, writes Apryl Williams. When I met my husband, who happens to be white, he told me that he was always seeing women with blonde hair on Tinder and he’s not really into blond.....»»
Ohio dealership develops ‘playbook" to show technicians their career path
Ryan Haskell, fixed ops director at Jeff Wyler Honda of Colerain in suburban Cincinnati, created a detailed, goal-oriented playbook technicians could follow all the way to master technician status......»»
What are "multiplication facts"? Why are they essential to your child"s success in math?
One of the essential skills students need to master in primary school mathematics are "multiplication facts.".....»»
A Celebrated Cryptography-Breaking Algorithm Just Got an Upgrade
Two researchers have improved a well-known technique for lattice basis reduction, opening up new avenues for practical experiments in cryptography and mathematics......»»
Alternate qubit design does error correction in hardware
Early-stage technology has the potential to cut qubits needed for useful computers. Enlarge (credit: Nord Quantique) There's a general consensus that performing any sort of complex algorithm on quantum hardware will have.....»»