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·August 28, 2023·5 min read

Echo Chambers Amplified: How CNN and Fox News Fuel America’s Polarization

Researchers utilized AI and natural language processing to analyze 10 years of broadcasts and tweets from CNN and Fox News, revealing a surge in partisan and inflammatory language. The study shows that the media language influences public debates on social media, creating divisive echo chambers.

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·August 28, 2023·4 min read

AI Turns Brain Waves into Spoken Words

Researchers achieved a breakthrough in converting brain signals to audible speech with up to 100% accuracy. The team used brain implants and artificial intelligence to directly map brain activity to speech in patients with epilepsy.

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·August 27, 2023·2 min read

Neuroscience Nuggets: This Week’s Top Neuroscience News Articles – August 27, 2023

This week in neuroscience showcases a range of groundbreaking discoveries—from decoding complex life oscillations to enhancing memory with visual symbols. Researchers have also completed the intricate neural mapping of the C. elegans worm, paving the way for deeper behavioral studies.

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·August 24, 2023·4 min read

Can ChatGPT Rival University Students in Academic Performance?

ChatGPT can match or even surpass university students in answering assessment questions across various disciplines. This AI model particularly excelled in subjects like political studies and psychology.

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·August 23, 2023·7 min read

Embracing Virtually: How Digital Interactions Mirror the Warmth of Real-World Hugs

The concept of "digital hugs" challenges the way we think about physical vs. online interactions. Recent research investigates how the feelings and experiences surrounding a hug can be translated and even amplified in digital spaces, especially during times when physical connections are limited.

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·August 23, 2023·5 min read

AI Revolution: Paralyzed Woman ‘Speaks’ via Digital Avatar

Researchers created a groundbreaking brain-computer interface (BCI) that allows a paralyzed woman to communicate through a digital avatar. This advancement marks the first-ever synthesis of speech or facial expressions directly from brain signals.

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·August 11, 2023·6 min read

AI Pinpoints Parkinson’s Subtypes Using Stem Cell Images

Researchers enabled machine learning to accurately predict Parkinson's disease subtypes using stem cell images. This breakthrough showcases computer models classifying four Parkinson’s subtypes, with top accuracies reaching 95%.

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·August 8, 2023·5 min read

Music and Coffee May Boost Brain Power

A recent study reveals that everyday pleasures like music and coffee can significantly enhance cognitive performance. Utilizing groundbreaking brain-monitoring technology, the study examined brain activity during cognitive tests under various stimulants, including music, coffee, and perfume.

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·August 7, 2023·5 min read

Embrace Wellness with AI: Chatbots Boosting Exercise, Diet, and Sleep Quality

Researchers found artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots can significantly enhance physical activity, diet, and sleep patterns. The study, the first systematic review and meta-analysis of its kind, shows that chatbots can motivate individuals to increase their daily step count, consume more fruits and vegetables, and improve sleep duration and quality.

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·July 31, 2023·6 min read

AI vs Human Reasoning: GPT-3 Matches College Undergraduates

In an eye-opening study, researcher revealed GPT-3, a popular artificial intelligence language model, performs comparably to college undergraduates in solving reasoning problems that typically appear on intelligence tests and SATs. However, the study's authors question if GPT-3 is merely mimicking human reasoning due to its training dataset, or if it's utilizing a novel cognitive process.

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·July 31, 2023·4 min read

Can Robots Crack a Joke? The Limits of AI’s Humor Understanding

While artificial intelligence can now generate jokes, a new study suggests it lacks understanding of what makes them funny. In a recent experiment, AI models and humans were tested on tasks involving New Yorker magazine’s Cartoon Caption Contest entries.

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·July 30, 2023·2 min read

The Symphony of the Mind: Top Neuroscience News Discoveries of the Week – June 30, 2023

Welcome to your weekly digest of neuroscience discoveries, where we shed light on the fascinating enigmas of the brain and delve into the mind's mysteries.