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Turning extended reality into a space for social good

EU researchers have shown how extended reality can be used as a space for positive and constructive social interaction Extended reality (XR), which includes virtual reality and augmented reality, is a technology that merges the physical and virtual worlds. It provides immersive social and collaborative environments where people can meet, discuss and interact. While the…

artificial intelligence, ethical innovation, extended reality, immersive technology, social inclusion, virtual reality

Worried about how online firms use data they get from you?

Berkman Klein researchers unveil new tool to verify identity, let users limit information they share, where it is stored In our increasingly online lives, convenience has come at a cost. The average person has more than 100 online accounts, and creating a new one often requires handing over personal information like an email address or…

Can AI master every subject known to man?

Experts predict how close AI is to passing the hardest test in the world Can you provide a translation of an ancient Palmyrene script found on a Roman tombstone? How many paired tendons are supported by a particular sesamoid bone in a hummingbird? These are just two of the many varied and challenging questions submitted…

Beyond museum walls: games that let you step into history

From war zones to coal mines and prison camps, a new generation of video games is helping museums bring history to life and reach audiences far beyond their walls What does war look like through the eyes of a child? For those far removed from conflict, it can be hard to imagine. A new narrative…

cultural heritage, Education, Innovation, Storytelling, video games, virtual reality

ODEON launches Open Call to fund innovative digital energy solutions across Europe

Selected projects will receive up to €60,000 in funding, alongside access to the project’s Cloud-Edge Data & Intelligence Service Platform and a dedicated mentoring and support programme The Horizon Europe project ODEON has launched its Open Call to support organisations developing innovative digital solutions that accelerate Europe’s green and digital energy transition. The call invites…

artificial intelligence, energy transition, Horizon Europe, open call, Renewable Energy, startups

New AI maps help protect biodiversity across sectors

Satellite and citizen data feed scalable biodiversity indicators, helping planners, consultants and managers compare risks, target surveys and act sooner Biodiversity decisions often depend on incomplete data. A site might have a few surveys conducted in different years by different teams using different methods. This makes it difficult to compare locations, spot trends early and…

artificial intelligence, biodiversity conservation, citizen science, ecosystem management, environmental monitoring, satellite data

How can elephants help robots get a grip?

Inspired by an elephant’s trunk, EU researchers created a universal gripper that is strong yet nimble Strong enough to uproot a tree, yet sensitive enough to pluck a blade of grass, an elephant’s trunk is a marvel of engineering design. By replicating its complex arrangement of muscles, the EU-funded PROBOSCIS(opens in new window) built a…

biomimetics, European Research Council, healthcare technology, industrial automation, soft robotics, Technological Innovation

Five myths about AI and education

Will AI really replace teachers? Does it stifle creativity? Is more AI better? Stanford experts weigh in on common assumptions When you think about AI in classrooms, what emotions come up? Skepticism? Amazement? Curiosity? Fear? As AI increasingly infuses every aspect of our lives, educators, students, parents, policymakers, and researchers are returning to fundamental questions…

artificial intelligence, creativity research, digital education, edtech innovation, educational assessment, teachers

Is AI more creative than us?

World’s largest creativity experiment tested AI against humans We’ve always viewed creativity as a unique by-product of human consciousness, as a defining human trait. This is what separates us from the tech world and machines. However, recent research has shown that ChatGPT can already outdo the average person on creative tasks. Can machines match or…

AI vs humans, creativity research, generative AI, GPT-4, Psychology, Scientific Reports

From fragmented to connected: a shared hub for Europe’s AI

Europe’s AI researchers are joining forces through an EU-funded digital platform that allows them to share tools, data and computing power to drive collaboration and innovation Across Europe, researchers are using AI to tackle everything from underwater noise pollution to media fact-checking and smarter farming. Until recently, there was no widely used common gateway where…