Communications of the ACM
A Healthy Dose of AI
Building artificial intelligence into medical devices can speed diagnoses and potentially improve treatments and outcomes.
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Can Neuroevolution Change Machine Learning?
Neuroevolution borrows techniques from natural evolution to push the boundaries of machine learning.
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In Pursuit of Virtual Life
Scientists are simulating biological organisms and replicating evolution in the lab. How far can they expand the boundaries of virtual life?
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In Pursuit of an Artificial Brain
Researchers are creating artificial life to take thinking beyond the human realm; the approach could redefine artificial intelligence.
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Battling AI Biases
Machine learning mimics human biases; addressing the problem is complicated.
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Gaming Machine Learning
Game simulations are driving improvements in machine learning for autonomous vehicles and other devices.
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How High Can High-Rises Go?
Digital technologies and new and better materials have stretched the boundaries of building design.
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Spies in Our Pockets
Electronic eavesdropping is becoming ever more nefarious in the age of smartphones and digital devices.
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Can AI Solve Poverty?
Researchers are turning to artificial intelligence to gain insights into factors that lead to poverty and other social problems.
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Robot the Musical
Artificial intelligence promises to change aspects of music ranging from rock concerts to advertising jingles.
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It's All About Image
Image recognition technology is advancing rapidly. Researchers are discovering new ways to tackle the task without enormous datasets.
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When Cars Fly
The idea of personal air vehicles has been around for decades. Now the concept is taking off.
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Building a Better IoT
A robust and resilient Internet of Things framework is critical for future progress. New and emerging concepts may illuminate the path.
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Cracking the Code on DNA Storage
Researchers are tapping DNA to create a new and different type of storage media. The technology could prove revolutionary.
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Making Machines Make Sense
Researchers are working to imbue computing devices with sophisticated object recognition and tactile capabilities that could take computer sensing to an entirely...
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Making Smartphones More Aware
The drive to make electronic devices more situationally, contextually aware of their environments.
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Making Chips Smarter
Advances in artificial intelligence and machine learning are motivating researchers to design and build new chips to support different computing models.
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The Future of Semiconductors
Researchers are looking for new ways to advance semiconductors as Moore's Law approaches its limits.
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A Healthy Approach?
A new wave of consumer-centric connected fitness and health-related devices is changing healthcare.
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The Road to Progress
Smarter roads will pave the way to a future with smoother, more efficient transportation.
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