March 2019

Mahta Moghaddam and Behrokh Khoshnevis Elected to NAE

Moghaddam was elected for development of physics-based computational algorithms; Khoshnevis was elected for innovations in manufacturing and construction.

A Robotic Leg, Born Without Prior Knowledge, Learns to Walk

New AI algorithms could allow robots to learn to move by themselves, imitating animals.

RESEARCH

In Search of the Most Human Algorithms

Mahdi Soltanolkotabi's research ensures that AI and Automation serve the interests of humanity. Now he's being recognized for his work - a lot.

DISTINCTION

A "Post-Antibiotic World?"

Antibiotic resistance is spreading from wastewater treatment plants.

RESEARCH

Can Unit-E Bring Digital Currency Mainstream?

Salman Avestimehr trusts in the power of algorithms.

RESEARCH

New Method Uses AI to Screen for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder

Scientists at USC, Queen's University (Ontario) and Duke University have developed a new tool that can screen children for fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) quickly and affordably.

RESEARCH