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Aug 31, 2023

Industrializing AI Software Development

Posted by in categories: business, robotics/AI

Large language models (LLMs) are ushering in a revolutionary era with their remarkable capabilities. From enhancing everyday applications to transforming complex systems, generative AI is becoming an integral part of our lives.

However, the surge in demand for AI-powered solutions exposes a critical challenge: the scarcity of computational resources required to meet the growing appetite for logic and voice-based interfaces. This scarcity leads to a pressing need for cost-efficient platforms that can support the development and deployment of LLMs.

Industrializing AI software development will require transforming the processes for developing, deploying and maintaining AI systems from a research or ad-hoc approach into a structured, systematic and scalable industrial process. By focusing on cloud cost optimization and platform engineering, businesses can foster growth, profitability, and innovation in the field of AI.

Aug 31, 2023

A reliable sensor that can screen for water contamination

Posted by in category: electronics

Sensors can detect bacteria and viruses, toxins, or other contaminants.

Aug 31, 2023

Teaching with AI

Posted by in categories: education, robotics/AI

We’re releasing a guide for teachers using ChatGPT in their classroom—including suggested prompts, an explanation of how ChatGPT works and its limitations, the efficacy of AI detectors, and bias.

Aug 31, 2023

A new biological mechanism to regenerate and repair myelin

Posted by in categories: biological, neuroscience

A neonatal hypoxic-injury animal model revealed that CK2α mediated Daam2 phosphorylation, which plays a protective role in developmental and behavioral recovery after neonatal hypoxia, a form of brain injury seen in cerebral palsy and other conditions. Additionally, it facilitates remyelination after white matter injury in adult animals.

Together, these findings have identified a novel regulatory node connecting CK2α and Daam2 in the Wnt pathway that regulates stage-specific oligodendrocyte development and offers insights into a new biological mechanism to regenerate myelin.

“This study opens exciting therapeutic avenues we could develop in the future to repair and restore myelin, which has the potential to alleviate and treat several neurological issues that are currently untreatable,” Lee said.

Aug 31, 2023

Analog and digital: The best of both worlds in one energy-efficient system

Posted by in categories: computing, neuroscience

We live in an analog world of continuous information flow that is both processed and stored by our brains at the same time, but our devices process information digitally in the form of discrete binary code, breaking the information into little bits (or bites).

Researchers at EPFL have revealed a pioneering technology that combines the potential of continuous analog processing with the precision of digital devices. By seamlessly integrating ultra-thin, two-dimensional semiconductors with ferroelectric materials, the research, published in Nature Electronics, unveils a novel way to improve and add new functionalities in computing. The new configuration merges traditional digital logic with brain-like analog operations.

The innovation from the Nanoelectronics Device Laboratory (Nanolab), in collaboration with Microsystems Laboratory, revolves around a unique combination of materials leading to brain-inspired functions and advanced electronic switches, including the standout negative capacitance Tunnel Field-Effect Transistor (TFET).

Aug 31, 2023

See more gorgeous photos of SpaceX’s Starship engine test

Posted by in category: space travel

SpaceX has released more photos of the epic Aug. 25 static fire test of its Starship Super Heavy booster, which is being prepped for liftoff.

Aug 31, 2023

Ship 25 awaits rollout for full-stack of Starship Flight 2

Posted by in category: space travel

Starship is getting close to its second Integrated Flight Test (IFT). Booster 9 completed its pre-flight testing and now awaits its partner for the second launch. Since Ship 25 was already tested months ago, this only leaves full stack testing and pending regulatory approval for the second flight.

Booster 9

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Aug 31, 2023

Smart Lander for Investigating Moon (SLIM)

Posted by in category: space

Get information on the Smart Lander for Investigating Moon (SLIM). The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) performs various activities related to aerospace as an organization, from basic research in the aerospace field to development and utilization.

Aug 31, 2023

For the first time, AI dominates humanity’s best in a real-world sport

Posted by in categories: drones, food, robotics/AI

High-speed drone racing has just had a shocking “Deep Blue” moment, as an autonomous AI designed by University of Zurich researchers repeatedly forced three world champion-level pilots to eat its dust, showing uncanny precision in dynamic flight.

If you’ve ever watched a high-level drone race from the FPV perspective, you’ll know how much skill, speed, precision and dynamic control it takes. Like watching Formula One from the driver’s perspective, or on-board footage from the Isle of Man TT, it’s hard to imagine how a human brain can make calculations that quickly and respond to changing situations in real time. It’s incredibly impressive.

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Aug 31, 2023

Paper Straws Are Actually Worse Than Plastic Ones, Scientists Say

Posted by in category: chemistry

Scientists discovered that the harmful “forever chemicals” known as PFAS were present in paper and bamboo drinking straws.