Robots Learning Skills Independently for Unfamiliar Environments
When it comes to mastering new skills, the age-old adage “practice makes perfect” applies not just to humans but also…
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Dimitris Bertsimas appointed vice provost for open learning
Dimitris Bertsimas, PhD ’88, has been appointed as the Vice Provost for Open Learning at MIT, effective September 1. In…
Home Robots Enhance Learning Through Real to Sim to Real
One of the top priorities for many automation enthusiasts is tackling the mundane world of household chores. For roboticists, the…
AI Model Confidence Control to Reduce Wrong Answers
Large language models (LLMs) are transforming how we perform various tasks, from translating text to detecting financial fraud. However, even…
Arnasi Uses LiquiGlide No-Stick Tech for Patient Care
In 2012, Professor Kripa Varanasi and David Smith SM ’11 revolutionized everyday convenience with their innovative no-stick technology, known as…
AI Randomization Enhances Fairness in Resource Allocation Study
As organizations increasingly turn to machine learning to manage limited resources and opportunities, the implications are far-reaching. For example, machine-learning…
Proton Conducting Materials Boost Green Energy Innovations
In today’s world, most electronic devices operate through the movement of electrons. However, researchers are discovering that materials capable of…
Large Language Models Differ from Human Behavior Expectations
Large Language Models (LLMs) possess remarkable versatility, capable of handling a variety of tasks—from assisting students in composing emails to…
Machine Learning Reveals Secrets of Advanced Alloys
Short-range order (SRO) — the arrangement of atoms at small distances within metallic alloys — has been a relatively unexplored…
Creating and Verifying Flexible AI Controlled Systems
Neural networks are revolutionizing the way engineers develop controllers for robots, leading to the creation of more adaptive and efficient…
AI Accelerates Predictions of Materials Thermal Properties
Approximately 70% of global energy production is wasted as heat. If researchers were able to accurately predict the thermal conduction…
Assessing Reliability of General-Purpose AI Before Deployment
Foundation models represent a breakthrough in artificial intelligence, being vast deep-learning architectures pre-trained on extensive volumes of general-purpose, unlabeled data.…
MIT Schwarzman College of Computing Building Dedication Ceremony
The MIT Stephen A. Schwarzman College of Computing recently celebrated a major milestone with the completion and inauguration of its…
Overestimating Reasoning Skills in Large Language Models
Artificial intelligence often conceals its complexities beneath a surface of straightforward interactions. Large language models (LLMs) pose a particular challenge,…
When to Trust AI Models Insights and Guidelines
Machine learning has revolutionized numerous fields, yet the accuracy of its predictions remains a critical issue. Researchers are focusing on…