Artificial intelligence (AI) can reliably detect emotions based on facial expressions in psychotherapeutic situations. These are the findings of a feasibility study by researchers from the Faculty of Psychology and the University…
Knittable Aerogel Fibers Reimagine Thermal Textiles
Imagine a winter coat so light and airy it feels like wearing a cloud, yet keeps you as snug as a polar bear in a blizzard. Chinese researchers have pulled off that…
MIT’s top research stories of 2023
A cheaper water desalination device, a wearable ultrasound scanner, and the discovery of an Earth-like exoplanet were some of MIT News’ most popular articles. MIT News has released the list of MIT’s…
World’s first AI-powered political campaign caller, Ashley, begins her election campaign
According to a Reuters report, Democrat Shamaine Daniels who is running for Congress is using Ashley, an artificial intelligence campaign volunteer created by Civox. Ashley is not a typical robocaller. Her responses…
Nanoparticle-delivered RNA reduces neuroinflammation in lab tests
MIT researchers find that in mice and human cell cultures, lipid nanoparticles can deliver a potential therapy for inflammation in the brain, a prominent symptom in Alzheimer’s. Some Covid-19 vaccines safely and…