Month: September 2022

Realizing the promise of AI: a new calling for cognitive science

Rapid progress in artificial intelligence (AI) places a new spotlight on a long-standing question: how can we best develop AI to maximize its benefits to humanity? Answering this question in a satisfying and timely way represents an exciting challenge not only for AI research but also for all member disciplines of cognitive science. Read Full […]

Published on September 21, 2022

Celebrating with green, eye-catching sparklers

Sparklers can be a lot of fun — glimmering, fizzing and spitting out arcs of light from handheld sticks or tubes on the ground. But the metals that they’re usually made with limit what the sparks can look like. Now, researchers report that rare-earth metals in alloy powders can produce flashes that shift from golden […]

Published on September 21, 2022

New Anxiety Screening Recommendations for Adults Under 65!

In a bold move that recognizes the overwhelming impact of anxiety disorders during the pandemic, a respected task force is suggesting that it’s time to screen all adults under 65 for this condition. Just like a talented conductor leading a symphony, this panel has taken the lead in addressing and managing a growing issue. It’s […]

Published on September 21, 2022