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Scientists are using AI at record levels, with mentions in research papers jumping 30-fold since 2010. But when it comes to complex tasks, human experts still beat the best AI agents by a wide margin.
Scientists have figured out how to turn energy-hungry AI data centers into virtual batteries that stabilize power grids and speed up clean energy adoption. The same technology creating our energy crisis might be smart enough to solve it.
Eleven young researchers are using artificial intelligence to solve problems from sustainable water use to understanding the Milky Way. The University of Toronto's newest fellows are turning AI into a tool for scientific breakthroughs that could change how we live.
A high school student developed an artificial intelligence system that identified 1.5 million cosmic phenomena astronomers had never seen before. The breakthrough shows how young innovators are reshaping what's possible in space science.
A new AI assistant named Dasheng can break down complex research tasks and run scientific experiments independently, just from simple instructions. The breakthrough from Shanghai's AI for Science Academy could speed up discoveries in everything from climate science to lifesaving drugs.
South Korea just launched a program giving small companies up to $44 million in vouchers to access AI tools, data, and cloud services. It's making cutting-edge technology affordable for businesses that couldn't afford it before.
A scientist who revolutionized protein research is now tackling science's reproducibility crisis with AI. His new approach could help researchers separate reliable studies from questionable ones, speeding up cures for diseases like Alzheimer's.
While AI threatens desk jobs, a new Anthropic report reveals that 30% of workers in hands-on roles face zero AI exposure. Physical jobs requiring real-world problem solving and human connection remain surprisingly safe.
European lawmakers just voted to create a system that would let artists control whether AI companies can use their work for training. The proposal includes a Europe-wide registry tracking copyrighted works and fair payment for creators.
Scientists at MIT developed a way to make artificial intelligence explain its decisions using concepts humans can actually understand. The breakthrough could help doctors and others decide when to trust AI predictions in life-or-death situations.
Legendary hitmaker Jason "Poo Bear" Boyd faced off against an AI version of himself in a live songwriting competition at TED, testing whether machines can move audiences like humans do. The result surprised everyone, including Boyd himself.
Policy researcher Nanjira Sambuli uses an ancient African proverb to question who gets hurt when tech giants battle over AI dominance. She's introducing a new ethical framework that centers community wisdom over corporate competition.
A new artificial intelligence platform designed to improve post-surgical recovery just earned a major stamp of approval from federal regulators. RecovryAI's breakthrough designation from the FDA could accelerate how quickly patients get access to smarter recovery care.
The FDA just gave breakthrough status to the first generative AI chatbot designed to guide patients through recovery after joint replacement surgery. The move signals how AI could soon help millions of people heal better at home.
The co-author of the groundbreaking paper that launched the AI revolution is sounding an optimistic alarm: we need to change how we innovate. Llion Jones believes the next big breakthrough will come from bold exploration, not corporate competition.
Over 700,000 tech workers are demanding their companies reject Pentagon pressure to develop fully autonomous weapons systems. While some AI firms cave to government demands, employee coalitions are taking a stand for ethical technology development.
Pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly just switched on the biggest AI supercomputer in the industry, built with NVIDIA to speed up drug discovery. The massive computing power could help scientists create life-saving medications faster than ever before.
Google.org just launched a global funding program to help scientists use artificial intelligence to solve humanity's biggest challenges, from curing diseases to fighting climate change. Researchers worldwide can now apply for grants, cloud computing access, and expert support to accelerate discoveries that could change millions of lives.
The Department of Energy is harnessing artificial intelligence to solve some of science's biggest puzzles through 26 new challenges. This national effort could speed up breakthroughs in everything from clean energy to new materials.
A top United Nations tech official told students at India's Panjab University they don't need elite credentials to become AI leaders. Dr. Amandeep Singh Gill says domain experts can build their own AI solutions by combining existing knowledge with new tech skills.
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