A world first at the microscopic scale: Metamaterials that can shrink and expand on their own

Leiden physicists Daniela Kraft and Julio Melio have created soft structures that can take on different shapes without any ...
Tech Xplore on MSN

Mixing generative AI with physics to create personal items that work in the real world

Ever had an idea for something that looked cool, but wouldn't work well in practice? When it comes to designing things like ...
MIT Technology Review

Just pull a string to turn these tile patterns into useful 3D structures

Inspired by the Japanese art of kirigami, an MIT team has designed a technique that could transform flat panels into medical devices, habitats, and other objects without the use of tools.
Santa Clara University

Creating Trustworthy AI for the Environment: Transparency, Bias, and Beneficial Use

The public view of artificial intelligence (AI) can be quite fantastical -- many imagine a computer with all the powers of a human brain, able to rationalize decisions, interact with cognizance, and ...
The Independent

AI is misidentifying body parts and creating more risks after being integrated into surgeries, reports reveal

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...
The New York Times

Students Are Skipping the Hardest Part of Growing Up

Mr. Shirky, a vice provost at New York University, has been helping faculty members and students adapt to digital tools since 2015. Back in 2023, when ChatGPT was still new, a professor friend had a ...
TechCrunch

Roblox’s 4D creation feature is now available in open beta

Last year, Roblox launched an open source AI model that could generate 3D objects on the platform, helping users quickly design digital items such as furniture, vehicles, and accessories. The company ...
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Ellipticals: How and why runners should use them

Running’s great. The fresh air, the freedom, the simplicity. You can’t beat it. But to improve as a runner, you need to do more than just run. That’s where cross-training comes in. It can help you to ...
CNET

How to Use ChatGPT to Write a Resume That Doesn't Look Like a Robot Wrote It

Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.
PC Magazine

Still Using Passwords? That's Risky. Here's Why You Should Switch to Passkeys Now

Passkeys provide stronger security than traditional passwords and could eventually replace them entirely as adoption grows. We explain everything you need to know and show you how to get started. I ...
CNET

How to Use ChatGPT: A Step-by-Step Tutorial for Your First AI Conversation

You can talk to the chatbot like it's a friendly acquaintance, and it'll help you get a lot done. Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and ...