AI in society: Perspectives from the field
Experts working in artificial intelligence, from technological to public policy roles, discuss this turning point in AI and what it means for the future.
Nov 30, 2023
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Machine learning & AI
University of Michigan
The University of Michigan (U-M) was founded in 1817. The main campus is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan with campuses in Flint and Dearborn Michigan. The University of Michigan is a preeminent science and medical research institution. University of Michigan is a public institution that confers undergraduate degrees and advanced degrees in a host of subject areas. The Ann Arbor campus is comprised of 500 buildings and is noted for its world class studies. U-M is ranked 18 among the best universities world-wide by World University Rankings.
- Address
- 412 Maynard Street, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109-1399
- Website
- http://www.umich.edu/
- Wikipedia
- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_Michigan
Energy & Green Tech
Decarbonizing light-duty transportation in the US: Study reveals strategies to achieve goal
One of the goals outlined by the Biden administration's National Climate Task Force in 2021 was to reduce U.S. greenhouse gas emissions to 50%–52% below 2005 levels by 2030.
Nov 6, 2023
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Hi Tech & Innovation
Nanoparticle quasicrystal constructed with DNA
Nanoengineers have created a quasicrystal—a scientifically intriguing and technologically promising material structure—from nanoparticles using DNA, the molecule that encodes life.
Nov 3, 2023
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Consumer & Gadgets
New phone case provides workaround for inaccessible touch screens
A new smartphone case could soon enable folks with visual impairments, tremors and spasms to use touch screens independently. Developed at the University of Michigan, BrushLens could help users perceive, locate and tap buttons ...
Oct 26, 2023
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Robotics
Choosing exoskeleton settings like a Pandora radio station
Taking inspiration from music streaming services, a team of engineers at the University of Michigan, Google and Georgia Tech has designed the simplest way for users to program their own exoskeleton assistance settings.
Oct 18, 2023
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Consumer & Gadgets
Q&A: Anthropologist discusses why we are so tempted to treat AI as 'god-like'
As artificial intelligence apps such as ChatGPT have proliferated, so have chatbots with a religious bent. People facing a moral or ethical dilemma can submit their questions to these chatbots, which then provide an answer ...
Oct 5, 2023
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Computer Sciences
Building reliable AI models requires understanding the people behind the datasets
Social media companies are increasingly using complex algorithms and artificial intelligence to detect offensive behavior online.
Aug 8, 2023
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Energy & Green Tech
Cracking in lithium-ion batteries speeds up electric vehicle charging, study finds
Rather than being solely detrimental, cracks in the positive electrode of lithium-ion batteries reduce battery charge time, research done at the University of Michigan shows.
Aug 1, 2023
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Security
A surprisingly simple way to foil car thieves
Skyrocketing vehicle theft rates in some U.S. cities have drawn attention to an inconvenient truth: the increasing amount of technology in our vehicles can make them increasingly vulnerable to hacking or theft.
Jul 17, 2023
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Consumer & Gadgets
New apps for visually impaired users provide virtual labels for controls and a way to explore images
Visually impaired iPhone users have two new free tools at their disposal, developed by a team now based at the University of Michigan. One can read the labels on control panels while the other identifies features in an image ...
Jun 13, 2023
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