Researchers at the Jackson Laboratory (JAX), led by Associate Professor Vivek Kumar, Ph.D., have developed a revolutionary method to accurately measure mouse body mass using computer vision technology. This non-intrusive approach aims to reduce stress on the mice during weighing, ultimately improving the quality and reproducibility of biomedical research involving these animals. Traditionally, measuring the
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In a recent study conducted by Washington University in St. Louis researchers, a surprising psychological phenomenon was uncovered at the intersection of human behavior and artificial intelligence. The study revealed that when participants were informed that they were training AI to play a bargaining game, they actively adjusted their behavior to appear more fair and
The emergence of new technologies in the transportation sector has revolutionized how vehicles use energy and contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. The U.S. Department of Energy’s Argonne National Laboratory has developed a groundbreaking tool called Autonomie Express to help transport companies, researchers, and city planners estimate their vehicles’ energy consumption. This tool offers a comprehensive
As researchers continue to look to nature for inspiration in developing flying robotic systems, a recent study conducted by scientists from Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL, Switzerland) and Konkuk University (South Korea) sheds light on the passive wing deployment and retraction mechanisms of herbivorous insects known as rhinoceros beetles. Unlike birds and bats, which
The rise in e-commerce has led to a significant increase in parcel deliveries, with 161 billion parcels being shipped worldwide in 2022. This surge in online shopping has resulted in more households in Australia and around the globe relying on doorstop deliveries for their purchases. However, the use of high-emitting diesel vans and trucks for
As France gears up to phase out new combustion engine cars by 2035, auto workers in the industry are facing a period of uncertainty and concern. While there is some optimism in regions like the north of the country where a “Battery Valley” is emerging, workers at parts suppliers elsewhere are feeling pessimistic about their
In the realm of artificial intelligence (AI), a fierce debate is taking place between those advocating for open-source AI and those supporting closed-source AI. Companies are divided on whether to keep their datasets and algorithms private or to make them public for transparency and collaboration. This clash raises important questions about the future of AI
The recent setback in the deal to introduce hydrogen-powered trucks in New Zealand, coupled with the removal of a substantial government rebate scheme for green hydrogen users, has cast a shadow of uncertainty over the transition to this promising energy technology. The failure of the US company Hyzon to deliver on their commitment to provide
The incorporation of cellulose nanofibrils into 3D-printed concrete technology has opened up new possibilities for the construction industry. Engineers at the University of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science have been at the forefront of this research, exploring how this plant-based material can enhance the properties of 3D-printed concrete. 3D-printed concrete structures offer a
In the quest to achieve the United Nations climate goal of net zero emissions by 2050, recent Stanford-led research in PNAS Nexus has uncovered a groundbreaking solution that may pave the way for a sustainable future. This cutting-edge technology involves the use of heat-absorbing bricks assembled in an insulated container to store energy generated by