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Six engineering students are advancing life-saving crash safety research thanks to scholarships honoring a beloved professor's legacy. Since 2023, Virginia Tech has awarded 23 students nearly $68,000 to study everything from helmet safety to automated vehicles.
While Silicon Valley races to build bigger AI models, London is carving out a different path as the world's leading center for AI safety research. The UK capital now hosts major labs testing AI systems for risks before they reach the public.
University of Florida scientists are deliberately hacking AI systems to expose weak spots before bad actors can exploit them. Their new method cracks safety measures faster than ever, helping tech companies build truly secure AI tools.
A security researcher accidentally created a safety net for the internet by purchasing common "no-reply" email domains. He's now protecting thousands of people's private data that companies are accidentally sending into the void.
A leading elevator company chairman is teaching parents simple safety habits that could prevent elevator accidents involving children. These easy-to-learn tips turn everyday elevator rides into teachable moments about safety.
New research shows people living near asylum centers report feeling nearly as safe after opening as before, with safety scores recovering from 6.5 to 8 out of 10. The findings challenge fears driving recent protests across the Netherlands.
Two research ethicists launched North Star Review Board to fix a broken system that's supposed to protect people in medical studies. Their nonprofit model offers hope after decades of scandals showed for-profit oversight boards putting profits before patient safety.
Memorial Sloan Kettering researchers developed an AI system that reviews medical safety incidents 29 times faster than humans while matching expert accuracy 88% of the time. The breakthrough helps hospitals learn from mistakes faster and protect more patients.
Health and Human Services is developing an artificial intelligence tool to analyze vaccine safety data more effectively and identify potential health patterns. The technology could help researchers spot safety signals faster in a database that's been collecting reports since 1990.
Reclining in a robotaxi sounds relaxing, but safety researchers are racing to update crash testing for autonomous vehicles where passengers no longer need to sit like drivers. The push could modernize vehicle safety rules for everyone.
Researchers at University of Waterloo just launched a free tool that makes dating apps safer by comparing safety features across 30 platforms. The interactive Safety Map arrives just in time for International Women's Day, addressing harassment and boundary violations that millions of users face.
Leading autism researchers and advocates formed a new independent committee to guide autism research priorities and counter recent federal changes. The group aims to unite the autism community and protect evidence-based research as funding reaches $568 million annually.
Hotels and guesthouses across Hong Kong will now provide fire escape hoods in every room, a major safety upgrade protecting millions of visitors and residents. The move gives tourists new peace of mind while helping the city bounce back from last year's devastating fire.
Nigeria just launched a $8 million research fund that will put universities at the forefront of the country's digital transformation. Over 200 researchers will tackle everything from AI to online safety, shaping policies that help millions benefit from new technology.
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.
Scientists now have access to an AI tool that filters through 150 years of research data to deliver trustworthy answers in seconds. CAS Newton helps researchers move from question to verified answer without drowning in information overload.
A new AI system from China's Zhejiang University just claimed the top spot on an international test for autonomous scientific research, beating out major competitors. The breakthrough shows how AI is getting better at thinking through complex research problems independently.
When US funding cuts threatened to collapse decades of life-saving health research in South Africa, the country fought back with a $32 million rescue package. Now 59 critical HIV and tuberculosis research projects are moving forward.
Billions in private donations are accelerating life-saving medical discoveries that might otherwise take decades or never happen. From cancer treatments to brain disease research, philanthropic funding is helping researchers pursue bold ideas with the flexibility government grants can't provide.
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After nearly 18 months of halted funding that threatened decades of HIV and TB research, the US National Institutes of Health has reversed its ban on South Africa. The decision restores hope for global health progress and hundreds of research jobs.
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