Scientists achieve room-temperature quantum communication breakthrough

Quantum computers promise ultra-secure communication and extraordinary computing power, but today’s machines are bulky, expensive, and must be cooled to temperatures close to absolute...

AI-designed protein can treat inflammation with 50% greater effect

Scientists in South Korea have used artificial intelligence (AI) and supercomputers to design a powerful new anti-inflammatory protein. This breakthrough could lead to better treatments...

Why using less memory can help AI solve harder problems

Big artificial intelligence models are known for using enormous amounts of memory and energy. But a new study suggests that shrinking part of an AI...

AI boosts heart attack detection and cuts down on false alarms

A new study has shown that artificial intelligence (AI) can help doctors better detect serious heart attacks by analyzing ECGs, or electrocardiograms. The AI system...

AI could spot hidden heart disease in seconds from simple EKG

Doctors may soon be able to diagnose a tricky heart condition within seconds using artificial intelligence and a standard heart test, according to new...

AI may help doctors predict spread of throat cancer

Doctors and scientists from Mass General Brigham and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute have created a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool that may help predict how...

Why quantum computers “remember” their mistakes—and why that matters

Quantum computers promise to solve problems far beyond the reach of today’s machines, but there is a stubborn obstacle standing in the way: errors. Unlike...

Scientists unlock the secret to stronger, lightweight aluminum for cars

Lightweight, high-strength aluminum alloys are essential for making cars and planes more fuel-efficient. But despite their promise, these materials are difficult to manufacture consistently, especially...

AI tool detects silent liver disease early, saving lives

As more people are diagnosed with conditions like obesity, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and sleep apnea, another serious health issue is also...

AI tool speeds up kidney cancer detection

A new AI-powered tool is helping doctors find kidney cancer faster and more accurately. Researchers from the University of Tartu, working with the company Better...