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AI-Powered Model Pinpoints Human Impact on Dryland Water Use and Lake Loss

A new study presents an advanced remote sensing and machine learning model that accurately distinguishes between natural and human-driven water consumption in arid croplands. Findings from the Ebinur Lake Basin show agriculture now drives 77% of cropland water use, with profound implications for regional water security.

26 May 2025

Experts Say AI Now Meets Criteria for Free Will and Moral Agency

A new study by Frank Martela in AI and Ethics argues that advanced generative AI agents meet all three philosophical conditions of free will, raising the prospect of AI moral responsibility. As AI autonomy increases, urgent ethical questions emerge regarding how developers 'parent' and program these systems.

26 May 2025

AI Alone Can’t Deliver Workplace Diversity, New Research Finds

University of South Australia research shows that simply implementing AI tools in hiring does not automatically improve workplace diversity. Effective diversity outcomes require AI systems to provide explainable decisions, qualitative goals, and strong organisational diversity guidelines.

26 May 2025

AI-Powered Model Accurately Predicts Gully Erosion and Reveals Key Risk Factors

Researchers from the University of Illinois developed an AI-driven approach combining stacking ensemble machine learning models and SHapley Additive exPlanations (SHAP) to predict gully erosion susceptibility with high accuracy. Their methodology enhances both the precision and interpretability of erosion risk assessments, guiding more effective conservation efforts.

26 May 2025

AI Turns Surveillance Cameras Into Precision Rainfall Sensors for Smarter Cities

Researchers from Tianjin University have developed an AI-based system that uses everyday surveillance cameras to accurately estimate rainfall in real time. The system achieved high precision across day and night conditions, offering a cost-effective and scalable solution for urban rainfall monitoring.

13 May 2025

AI Tools Boost Particle Accelerator Efficiency and Cut Downtime at Jefferson Lab

Researchers at Jefferson Lab have developed machine learning systems to improve the performance of superconducting radiofrequency (SRF) cavities in the CEBAF particle accelerator. These systems can detect, predict, and reduce anomalies and radiation, enhancing beamtime and experiment reliability.

13 May 2025

AI Tools Help Preserve Endangered Languages And Traditions Across Generations

Researchers and cultural advocates are developing AI tools to help preserve endangered languages, oral traditions, and local knowledge in collaboration with communities. The book AI for Community highlights the opportunities and challenges of building culturally grounded, inclusive AI systems.

12 May 2025

AI Predicts Chronic Diseases Years in Advance With 99% Accuracy Using New RiskPath Toolkit

Researchers have developed RiskPath, an open-source AI toolkit that uses explainable deep learning to predict chronic diseases years before symptoms emerge, achieving up to 99% accuracy. It identifies shifting risk factors across life stages, enabling earlier and more precise preventive care.

12 May 2025

How New AI Headphones Translate Multiple Voices in Real Time

University of Washington researchers have developed a headphone system that translates multiple speakers in real time, preserving their voice direction and qualities. The Spatial Speech Translation system works even in noisy environments without relying on cloud computing.

12 May 2025

BGSU Launches Nation’s First AI + X Degree to Train Students for Cross-Disciplinary Tech Careers

Bowling Green State University is launching the nation’s first bachelor’s degree in AI + X, blending core AI training with one of six disciplinary tracks, from physics to journalism. This innovative program prepares students to meet cross-sector workforce demands in an AI-driven economy.

8 May 2025

AI Grades Science Homework Fast, But Misses the Mark Without Human Guidance

A University of Georgia study tested how large language models like Mixtral grade middle school science responses. While fast, these AIs often use keyword shortcuts that undermine accuracy without human-designed rubrics.

8 May 2025

Scientists Pinpoint When AI Turns From Helpful to Harmful

Researchers at George Washington University have derived an exact, reproducible formula that predicts when an AI language model's output will shift from accurate to misleading. The tipping point occurs when the model’s internal attention dynamics snap under pressure.

5 May 2025

Pittsburgh Launches AI-Powered Platform to Transform Global Health With P5 Medicine

The University of Pittsburgh and Vizzhy Inc. have partnered to launch GAINMED, an AI-driven platform delivering P5 Medicine—predictive, preventive, personalized, precision, and participatory care.

5 May 2025

AI Accelerates Digital Divide As Global Progress Slows, Says New Index

The 2024 Digital Evolution Index from Tufts University and Mastercard reveals a global slowdown in digital progress, with AI amplifying the divide between digital leaders and laggards. The index ranks 125 economies and warns of rising inequality in digital inclusion and innovation capacity.

5 May 2025

Canada Launches AI Curriculum to Future-Proof Family Medicine Training

Researchers in Canada have developed the AIFM-ed framework to guide AI education in postgraduate family medicine, aiming to better prepare doctors for a digitally driven healthcare system. The curriculum is adaptable and focuses on core components including learning objectives, content, and implementation.

1 May 2025

AI Speeds Up Antiviral Discovery Against Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease

Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania used AI and lab methods to identify antiviral compounds against enterovirus 71, the leading cause of hand, foot, and mouth disease. Five of eight AI-predicted candidates successfully slowed the virus—ten times the success rate of traditional screening.

1 May 2025

How Startups Use Generative AI to Supercharge Growth Strategies

Startups and scaleups in Europe and the US are using generative AI to drive growth through product innovation, sales personalization, and operational efficiency. The study presents two frameworks to guide strategic AI adoption, identifying key risks and use cases.

29 Apr 2025

AI-Capable Relationship Marketing: Shaping The Future Of Customer Relationships

A new study explores how AI enhances relationship marketing through dynamic capabilities like sensing, seizing, and transforming. Drawing on interviews with Indian business leaders, it outlines how AI tools strengthen customer engagement and loyalty across the journey.

29 Apr 2025

Nebraska Students Revolutionize Online Shopping With AI Stylist Tool for Buckle

A team of four University of Nebraska–Lincoln students partnered with national retailer Buckle to create an AI-powered online shopping tool that replicates the personalized in-store stylist experience. Their solution enables natural language searches, generating millions of inventory tags to help guests find outfits more intuitively.

29 Apr 2025

Using Humor In Communication Helps Scientists Connect, Build Trust

Scientists who use humor in their online communications are perceived as more trustworthy and credible by the public, according to a University of Georgia study. However, researchers are advised to use humor thoughtfully, as it can influence belief in both accurate and inaccurate information.

29 Apr 2025