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A computer science professional is advancing the limits of geometry.

Over 2000 years ago, Greek mathematician Euclid drastically influenced how we perceive shapes. Adding a modern facet to these ancient teachings, Justin Solomon is leveraging modern geometric methods to confront complex issues often unrelated to shapes. As an Associate Professor in the MIT Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science and a member of MIT’s…

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A computer engineer is pushing the limits in the field of geometry.

Drawing influence from over 2,000 years ago, MIT Professor Justin Solomon is building upon the works of Greek mathematician Euclid - the father of geometry, using modern geometric techniques to tackle difficult problems, often not related to shapes. Solomon works in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science as part of the Computer Science…

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An automated setup instructs users about the appropriate timing for cooperation with an AI assistant.

Researchers at MIT and the MIT-IBM Watson AI Lab have developed a system that educates a user on when to trust an AI assistant's recommendations. During the onboarding process, the user practices collaborating with the AI using training exercises and receives feedback on their and the AI's performance. This system led to a 5% improvement…

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MIT researchers investigating the influence and uses of generative AI have received the second installment of seed funding.

Last summer, MIT called upon the academic community to provide papers that suggest effective approaches and policy recommendations in the field of generative AI. Expectations were surpassed when 75 proposals were received. After reviewing these submissions, the institution funded 27 of the proposed projects. During the fall, the response to a second call for proposals…

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AI hastens the resolution of complex issues or situations.

Santa Claus can deliver presents worldwide in one night, but for companies like FedEx, this task isn't so simple - and it is so complex, dedicated software is often used to solve it. Known as a mixed-integer linear programming (MILP) solver, the software breaks down this vast optimization problem into smaller pieces and then employs…

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An algorithm developed at MIT aids in predicting the occurrence of severe weather events.

Assessing a community’s risk of extreme weather events – such as catastrophic storms and catastrophic flooding – is a key task for policymakers who are trying to prepare for the potential impacts of global climate change. Despite major advancements in technology and modeling techniques, however, these forecasts leave a lot to be desired. Now, a…

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AI enhances the resolution of issues in intricate situations.

Companies like FedEx find the task of efficiently routing holiday packages massively complex, often requiring the use of specialized software to find a solution. This software, called a mixed-integer linear programming (MILP) solver, is used to break down large optimization problems into smaller bits and find the best solution using algorithms. However, this process can…

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AI hastens the resolution of difficult situations through problem-solving.

Numerous companies like FedEx grapple with the sophisticated problem of optimising the routing of holiday packages. Specialised software known as a mixed-integer linear programming (MILP) solver is often used to split this massive optimisation issue into smaller pieces, allowing generic algorithms to locate the most suitable solution. This time-consuming process sometimes forces companies to settle…

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AI enhances the resolution of issues in intricate situations.

The task of optimizing the delivery of holiday packages is a complex issue for logistics companies like FedEx, which often leverages specialized software known as a mixed-integer linear programming (MILP) solver. This software breaks down complex optimization problems into smaller parts and employs generic algorithms to find the best solutions. However, this process can take…

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Surprisingly, large language models utilize a fairly straightforward method to access stored information.

Large language models (LLMs), such as those used in AI chatbots, are complex, and scientists are still trying to understand how they function. Researchers from MIT and other institutions conducted a study to understand how these models retrieve stored knowledge. They found that LLMs usually use a simple linear function to recover and decode information.…

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Reprogramming domestic robots to possess a certain degree of common sense.

Robots are becoming increasingly adept at handling complex household tasks, from cleaning messes to serving meals. However, their ability to handle unexpected disturbances or difficulties during these tasks has been a challenge. Common scenarios like a nudge or a slight mistake that deviates the robot from its expected path can cause the robot to restart…

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What is the future outlook for generative AI?

At the "Generative AI: Shaping the Future" symposium, kickstarting MIT's Generative AI Week, iRobot co-founder and keynote speaker, Rodney Brooks, warned attendees not to overly idealise the potential of this emerging technology. Both OpenAI's ChatGPT and Google's Bard are examples of increasingly powerful tools underpinned by generative AI. Brooks emphasised that the unsubstantiated hype around…

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