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UrduThe Virginia Tech Applied Research Corporation, (VT-ARC) working with the Commonwealth Cyber Initiative (CCI), has won a $13 million Department of Defense contract to develop a 5G-enabled “smart warehouse” at the Marine Corps Logistics Base in Albany, Georgia. Fast 5G…
Tag: Internet
Online mindfulness may improve mental health during COVID-19 pandemic
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – March 22, 2021 – The fear, anxiety and stress associated with the COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on mental health. But a new study suggests these symptoms may be alleviated through safe and convenient online mindfulness…
Two UMass Amherst computer sciences faculty receive NSF CAREER Award
Mohammad Hajiesmaili and Cameron Musco, both of UMass Amherst’s College of Information and Computer Sciences, have just received CAREER grants from the National Science Foundation (NSF), among the most prestigious grants that the NSF offers
Global biodiversity awareness tracked with Wikipedia page views
Wikipedia page views could be used to monitor global awareness of biodiversity, proposes a research team from UCL, ZSL, and the RSPB. Using their new metric, the research team found that awareness of biodiversity is marginally increasing, but the rate…
Teaching AI what’s fair
With support from Amazon and the National Science Foundation, Michigan State researchers are helping artificial intelligence understand fairness
The 2nd International Conference on Cyber-Physical Systems and Control
The 2nd International Conference on Cyber-Physical Systems and Control (CPS&C’2021) will be held on June 29 – July 2, 2021.
For college students with disabilities, communication is key in online learning
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic changed the higher education experience for students across the United States, with more than 90 percent of institutions reporting a shift in education delivery with the arrival of COVID-19. The rapid transition to remote study came…
Deplhi study considers risk to individuals who disclose personal information online
Literature review and Delphi survey co-authored by City, University of London’s Dr Lyn Robinson reveals priorities for protecting personal privacy online.
A remedy for the spread of false news?
Study: On social media, most people do care about accurate news but need reminders not to spread misinformation
Brown researchers explore possibilities for an ultra-secure gun registry
PROVIDENCE, R.I. [Brown University] — Proposals to create a national gun registry have long been met with fierce opposition from gun rights advocates. While proponents say a registry would help in tracking guns used in crimes, opponents worry that it…
How artificial intelligence can help curb traffic accidents in cities
UOC research suggests urban complexity dampens our ability to pay attention and steer clear of unexpected events
Autism online: A review of how autistic people communicate virtually
A systematic review of information and communication technology use by autistic people from the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute
Internet-access spending improves academic outcomes, according to study of Texas public schools
HOUSTON – (March 15, 2021) – Increased internet-access spending by Texas public schools improved academic performance but also led to more disciplinary problems among students, a study of 9,000 schools conducted by a research team from Rice University, Texas A&M…
How to spot deepfakes? Look at light reflection in the eyes
University at Buffalo deepfake spotting tool proves 94% effective with portrait-like photos, according to study
New book considers democracy’s future, improving governance
University of Illinois Chicago researcher Zizi Papacharissi draws on interviews conducted with everyday citizens of more than 30 countries
UTSA receives $1.2 million CISA grant to develop system to survive citywide hacks
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has awarded the University of Texas at San Antonio Center for Infrastructure Assurance and Security (CIAS) a $1.2 million grant to conduct a pilot program to help state, local, tribal and territorial governments…
Sensors, internet of things and cloud computing
Introduction to Sensors in IoT and Cloud Computing Applications provides information about sensors and their applications. Readers are first introduced to the concept of small instruments and their application as sensors. The chapters which follow explains Internet of Things (IoT)…
Bitcoin price boom ‘locking in’ vast energy consumption
The cryptocurrency market has been abuzz as Bitcoin gains popularity with investors, reaching an all-time high of over $58,000 apiece in February. In a commentary published March 10 in the journal Joule , financial economist Alex de Vries quantifies how…
Bird call app downloaded one million times worldwide — now available for IOS devices
“Great app with a certain addictiveness,” writes a user in the Google Play Store about BirdNET. The app was developed by Chemnitz University of Technology and Cornell University (USA) and can identify 3,000 bird species based on their song using…
Using artificial intelligence to generate 3D holograms in real-time
A new method called tensor holography could enable the creation of holograms for virtual reality, 3D printing, medical imaging, and more — and it can run on a smartphone.
Problematic internet use and teen depression are closely linked, new Concordia study finds
Horizon postdoc István Tóth-Király says adolescents who spend too much time online might be at risk of depressive symptoms, substance abuse and poor grades
New tool makes students better at detecting fake imagery and videos
Researchers at Uppsala University have developed a digital self-test that trains users to assess news items, images and videos presented on social media. The self-test has also been evaluated in a scientific study, which confirmed the researchers’ hypothesis that the…
Building networks not enough to expand rural broadband
Public grants to build rural broadband networks may not be sufficient to close the digital divide, new Cornell University research finds.
Blind trust in social media cements conspiracy beliefs
PULLMAN, Wash. – The ability to identify misinformation only benefits people who have some skepticism toward social media, according to a new study from Washington State University. Researchers found that people with a strong trust in information found on social…
Online dating: Super effective, or just… superficial?
According to the Pew Research Center, 1 in 10 American adults have landed a long-term relationship from an online dating app, such as Tinder, OKCupid and Match.com. But what compels people to “swipe right” on certain profiles and reject others?…
Call me, maybe? UNLV study probes how people connected during the pandemic
UNLV social media expert Natalie Pennington shares the top 10 takeaways of research on the impact of video chats, email, online gaming, and other communication tech on stress, loneliness, and relationships.
New microcomb could help discover exoplanets and detect diseases
Tiny photonic devices could be used to find new exoplanets, monitor our health, and make the internet more energy efficient. Researchers from Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden, now present a game changing microcomb that could bring advanced applications closer to…
Recommended for you: Role, impact of tools behind automated product picks explored
Jindal School researchers examine pros, cons of recommender systems
Helping soft robots turn rigid on demand
New type of control system may broaden robots’ range of tasks and allow safer interactions with people
Independent music squashed out of streaming playlists and revenue
Bands and artists on independent record labels get less than their fair share of access to the most popular playlists on streaming platforms such as Spotify – argues a new paper from the University of East Anglia. The paper, published…
Human instinct can be as useful as algorithms in detecting online ‘deception’
Travellers looking to book a hotel should trust their gut instinct when it comes to online reviews rather than relying on computer algorithms to weed out the fake ones, a new study suggests.
A quantum internet is closer to reality, thanks to this switch
New approach could help quantum networks to support more users without losing data
New research highlights impact of the digital divide
Bauer dean offers solutions to improve job status of at-risk populations
Study examines what makes people susceptible to fake health news
Source credibility, how info is presented have little influence; tagging unverified content makes difference
Excessive social media use linked to binge eating in US preteens
For kids, screen time may go hand-in-hand with high-calorie snacking, UCSF- University of Toronto study shows
Data transfer system connects silicon chips with a hair’s-width cable
The advance could improve energy efficiency of data centers and lighten the load for electronics-rich vehicles
Pushing computing to the edge by rethinking microchips’ design
Responding to artificial intelligence’s exploding demands on computer networks, Princeton University researchers in recent years have radically increased the speed and slashed the energy use of specialized AI systems. Now, the researchers have moved their innovation closer to widespread use…
The story of Netflix’s growth is about more than just algorithms, writes Concordia PhD
Colin Crawford’s new book looks at the convergence of technology, finance and salesmanship behind the rise of the streaming giant
For students of color, online racism leads to real-world mental health challenges
Whether it’s a “Zoombomb” filled with racial slurs, a racist meme that pops up in a Facebook timeline, or a hate-filled comment on an Instagram post, social media has the power to bring out the worst of the worst. For…
Novice drivers talking on hand-held smartphones are more likely to run red-lights
Young novice drivers who speak into hand-held smartphones while driving are also likely to drive while under the influence of drink or drugs
AI may mistake chess discussions as racist talk
PITTSBURGH–“The Queen’s Gambit,” the recent TV mini-series about a chess master, may have stirred increased interest in chess, but a word to the wise: social media talk about game-piece colors could lead to misunderstandings, at least for hate-speech detection software.…
Social tool tracks brand reputation in real time and over the long term
An international team of researchers has developed a framework for assessing brand reputation in real time and over time, and built a tool for implementing the framework. In a proof of concept demonstration looking at leading brands, the researchers found…
Researchers to build mentoring platform leveraging AI to increase participation in STEM
CareerFair.ai will enable STEM experts to build their own virtual mentor online
Event to showcase the future of sensor technology
LOWELL, Mass. – Researchers and entrepreneurs developing sensor technologies for use in a variety of applications will share their expertise and experiences during a free event presented by UMass Lowell on Wednesday, March 3 at noon. The virtual program “Next…
Citizens versus the internet
The Internet has revolutionized our lives – whether in terms of working, finding information or entertainment, connecting with others, or shopping.
DAEMON: Beyond 5G with (network) intelligence
The European project involves 12 partners across Europe, and will develop and implement updates to the mobile network architecture
Scientists manipulate magnets at the atomic scale
Fast and energy-efficient future data processing technologies are on the horizon after an international team of scientists successfully manipulated magnets at the atomic level. Physicist Dr Rostislav Mikhaylovskiy from Lancaster University said: “With stalling efficiency trends of current technology, new…
Artificial emotional intelligence: a safer, smarter future with 5G and emotion recognition
Researchers introduce a 5G-enabled, AI-based emotion detection system and discuss its operation, applications, and potential security issues
Wafer-scale production of graphene-based photonic devices
Graphene Flagship researchers have devised a wafer-scale fabrication method that paves the way to the next generation of telecom and datacom devices.
How shared partisanship leads to social media connections
Twitter experiment shows clear self-selection into social media “echo chambers” due to political preferences.