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AI Detects Abnormal Blood Cells More Accurately and Knows When to Ask for Help

Researchers at the University of Cambridge have developed a system named CytoDiffusion, which employs generative AI – the same technology that powers image generators like DALL-E – to examine the shape and structure of blood cells.

21 Nov 2025

Humans Absorb Anxiety From Robots Through Touch

The study demonstrates that breathing cues from robots can trigger fear in humans, with significant implications for technology and mental health.

19 Nov 2025

Reinforcement Learning for Stable Bipedal Robot Locomotion

The integrated AI approach for bipedal locomotion combines physics-driven planning and reinforcement learning, achieving robust and efficient walking in robots.

14 Nov 2025

AI-Powered Smartwatch ECG Accurately Screens for Structural Heart Disease

Research reveals AI algorithm in smartwatches can accurately identify structural heart diseases, enabling early intervention and improved patient outcomes.

5 Nov 2025

Bringing Vehicles to Customers Sooner: Nissan Harnesses Power of AI to Speed Up Physical Vehicle Tests

Nissan and Monolith have announced a three-year extension to their strategic partnership, using artificial intelligence (AI) to transform the vehicle development process and reduce the use of physical tests.

From Monolith 4 Nov 2025

Thin-Sheet 'Metabots' Shapeshift from Flat Sheets into Multiple Shapes

Innovative 'metabots' from NC State University use thin sheets to achieve multiple stable configurations, enhancing adaptability in robotic applications.

17 Oct 2025

Soft Robotic Skin Guides Millimeter-Sized Vine Robots Through Complex Paths

UC San Diego researchers have developed a soft robotic skin enabling millimeter-scale vine robots to navigate complex environments like human arteries and jet engines.

17 Oct 2025

Caregiver-Guided Robot Boosts Handwriting Skills in Children with Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Research shows that the R2C3 robot system significantly improves handwriting engagement in children with neurodevelopmental disorders when guided by caregivers.

30 Sep 2025

New Drone Swarm Technology Could Speed Up Emergency Response and Deliveries

With T-STAR, drone swarms achieve unprecedented coordination and speed, paving the way for advanced applications in emergency response and logistics.

4 Sep 2025

Princeton Scientists Use ‘Invisible’ Robots to Bring Virtual Objects Into the Real World

Princeton's innovative approach combines mixed reality headsets and mobile robots, erasing the digital-physical divide for intuitive user experiences.

4 Sep 2025