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Jan 19, 2024
A breakthrough way to train neuromorphic chips
Posted by Dan Breeden in categories: computing, health, neuroscience
Using a biosensor to detect cystic fibrosis as the test case, TU/e researchers have devised an innovative way to train neuromorphic chips as presented in a new paper in Nature Electronics.
Neuromorphic computers—which are based on the structure of the human brain—could revolutionize our future health care devices. However, their widespread use is hindered by the need to train neuromorphic computers using external training software, which can be time-consuming and energy inefficient.
Researchers from Eindhoven University of Technology and Northwestern University in the U.S. have developed a new neuromorphic biosensor capable of on-chip learning that doesn’t need external training. As a proof-of-concept, the researchers used the biosensor to diagnose cystic fibrosis based on sweat samples.
Jan 19, 2024
Tiny black holes from the dawn of time may be altering our planet’s orbit, new study suggests
Posted by Dan Breeden in categories: cosmology, materials
A study suggests primordial black holes may make planets and moons near us wobble. If measured experimentally, this will provide the first concrete proof such objects exist.
Jan 19, 2024
Leave no stone unturned in search for an explanation of consciousness
Posted by Dan Breeden in categories: neuroscience, quantum physics
A solid theory of human consciousness eludes us, which is why seemingly fringe ideas such as those that rely on quantum effects in the brain are still worth pursuing.
Jan 19, 2024
Genome-wide association study identifies 74 loci associated with educational attainment
Posted by Dan Breeden in categories: biotech/medical, education, genetics
A genome-wide association study in 293,723 individuals identifies 74 genetic variants associated with educational attainment, which, although only explaining a small proportion of the variation in educational attainment, highlights candidate genes and pathways for further study.
Jan 19, 2024
Scientists are finding more genes linked to IQ. This doesn’t mean we can predict intelligence
Posted by Dan Breeden in category: genetics
Researchers using huge data sets to understand genetics and behavior worry their findings will be misinterpreted.
Jan 19, 2024
Genetic variation, brain, and intelligence differences
Posted by Dan Breeden in categories: genetics, neuroscience
Deary, I.J., Cox, S.R. & Hill, W.D. Genetic variation, brain, and intelligence differences. Mol Psychiatry 27, 335–353 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41380-021-01027-y.
Jan 19, 2024
Arctic blast tied to polar vortex to test Texas grid again
Posted by Dan Breeden in category: futurism
The Texas grid is not the same as it was when a cascade of failures struck in February 2021.