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A Planetary Tango: Astronomers Observe a Hot Jupiter in the Making

A Planetary Tango: Astronomers Observe a Hot Jupiter in the Making

A newly discovered planet, TIC 241249530b, is captivating astronomers with its wild, elongated orbit. This "juvenile planet", on its way to becoming a scorching hot Jupiter, offers a glimpse into the dramatic evolution of these extreme celestial bodies.

AI Predicts Material Thermal Properties at Lightning Speed

AI Predicts Material Thermal Properties at Lightning Speed

A groundbreaking machine-learning framework developed by researchers at MIT and other institutions can predict how heat moves through materials up to 1,000 times faster than existing AI methods. This advancement could lead to significantly more efficient power generation systems and faster micro ele

How Anesthesia Drug Propofol Disrupts Brain's Balance to Induce

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How Anesthesia Drug Propofol Disrupts Brain's Balance to Induce Unconsciousness

MIT neuroscientists have discovered how the common anesthesia drug propofol induces unconsciousness, revealing its disruption of the brain's balance between stability and excitability. This finding could lead to better tools for monitoring patients under general anesthesia.

When to trust an AI model

When to trust an AI model

MIT researchers have developed a new technique, called IF-COMP, that improves the accuracy and efficiency of uncertainty estimations in machine learning models. This breakthrough could help users, especially those without machine learning expertise, better understand when to trust an AI's prediction

Sun-Like Stars Found Orbiting Hidden Companions

Sun-Like Stars Found Orbiting Hidden Companions

Most stars in our universe come in pairs. While our own Sun is a loner, many stars like our Sun orbit similar stars, while a host of other exotic pairings between stars and cosmic orbs pepper the universe. Black holes, for example, are often found orbiting each other. One pairing that has proved to

New Computer Vision Method Accelerates Electronic Material Screening

New Computer Vision Method Accelerates Electronic Material Screening

MIT engineers have developed a groundbreaking computer vision technique that significantly accelerates the characterization of newly synthesized electronic materials, potentially revolutionizing the development of next-generation solar cells, transistors, and LEDs.

New Algorithm Discovers Language Just by Watching Videos

New Algorithm Discovers Language Just by Watching Videos

A new algorithm called DenseAV, developed by researchers at MIT, learns language by watching videos and matching sounds to images. This breakthrough could revolutionize how we understand animal communication and unlock the secrets of languages without a written form.