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·December 15, 2017·6 min read

Computer System Predicts Objects’ Response to Physical Forces

A new AI system may shed light on how and when humans begins to use different information processing resources.

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·December 14, 2017·4 min read

New Robots Can See Into Their Future

Researchers have developed a new robotic learning system, called visual foresight, that allows robots to predict a series of movements they must perform in order to manipulate objects.

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Featured Psychology

·December 11, 2017·2 min read

Twitter Can Reveal Our Shared Mood

Bristol University researchers reveal strong circadian patterns for both negative and positive moods shared between Twitter users' Tweets.

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·December 4, 2017·4 min read

How Can Humans Keep the Upper Hand on Artificial Intelligence?

Researchers report they have discovered a way for humans to maintain control over artificial intelligent robots.

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·December 4, 2017·3 min read

Neurons Have the Right Shape For Deep Learning

A new study reveals a new algorithm that simulates how deep learning could occur in the human brain. Researchers report certain neurons have the shape and electrical properties that are well suited for deep learning.

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·December 1, 2017·5 min read

Artificial Intelligence Finds Five New Genes Linked to ALS

IBM Watson helps researchers identify five new genes associated with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.

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·November 27, 2017·4 min read

Study Shows Brain Impact of Youth Football

Following just one season, children who have a history of concussion and high impact exposure as a result playing football undergo significant brain changes, researchers report.

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·November 15, 2017·5 min read

Improving Clinical Trials With Machine Learning

Advances in machine learning could allow researchers to detect drug effects that may be missed through conventional statistical analysis, researchers report.

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·November 13, 2017·3 min read

Experts Call for Ethics Rules to Protect Privacy and Free Will As Brain Implants Advance

Researchers call for regulations and ethical guidelines to help protect personal privacy and autonomy for those who use neurotechnologies.

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·November 10, 2017·5 min read

Fruit Fly Brains Inform Search Engines of the Future

The way in which fruit flies approach and compute smell similarities could help pave the way for computer search algorithms of the future.

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·November 4, 2017·4 min read

Brain Activity is Inherited: Findings May Inform Treatment For ADHD and Autism

Machine learning study reveals that, much like genetics, brain connectivity patterns are passed down from parents to children.

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·November 1, 2017·4 min read

How the Brain Beats Distraction to Retain Memories

A new study reveals a mechanism that may explain how the brain is able to retain memories when faced with distraction. The findings could help with the development of new artificial neural networks and AI technology.