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Efficient AI May Not Require a Lottery System How can we bring neural networks closer to the energy efficiency of biological brains? A new study in the Journal of Statistical Mechanics: Theory and Experiment (JSTAT) explores this challenge and offers fascinating insights. The research revisits curriculum learning—training machines with progressively complex tasks—and finds it less effective for large, overparameterized neural networks. These “super-sized” models rely on their vast resources rather than optimized learning sequences. But here’s the twist: by starting with smaller networks, curriculum learning might shine, making AI training more resource-efficient and reducing energy consumption. With the growing demand for powerful AI, from tools like ChatGPT to industrial applications, the need for sustainable solutions is urgent. The findings suggest a path toward smarter, greener AI systems—capable of achieving more with less. Read the study: Tilting the Odds at the Lottery: the Interplay of Overparameterisation and Curricula in Neural Networks. Part of the JSTAT Machine Learning 2024 collection, first presented at ICML 2024. #AI #MachineLearning #Sustainability #JSTAT #NeuralNetworks https://lnkd.in/d_D6qGbf

When Science Speaks in Extremes A recent study in the Journal of Science Communication (JCOM) highlights the risks of polarized messaging in science. While science communicators often combat misinformation, messages that simplify complex topics into extremes—like “Vaccines are 100% safe”—can inadvertently deepen societal divides, discourage open dialogue, and stifle critical thinking. Led by Professor Thiago Cruvinel at the University of São Paulo, the study developed a framework of 20 distinct codes to help identify and analyze polarized messages in digital science communication. By mapping characteristics like “sideness,” “criticism,” “emphasis,” and “discordance,” the framework aims to support researchers and journalists in fostering balanced, nuanced science communication that bridges divides. As science communicators, we play a vital role in encouraging constructive conversations. Let’s promote critical thinking and help audiences engage with science in all its complexity. 🌍💡 https://lnkd.in/djj3vQip #ScienceCommunication #CriticalThinking #STEM #ScienceForAll

New Special Issue: Communicating Discovery Science  How can we effectively communicate basic science—research that may not have immediate applications but drives long-term progress? The latest special issue of the Journal of Science Communication (JCOM) dives into this very topic, using examples like the first observation of gravitational waves. 📢 Coordinated by Rick Borchelt, a communications veteran from the U.S. Department of Energy, this issue explores why curiosity-driven science is essential and how to communicate its value to non-specialist audiences. From astrophysics to experimental physics and beyond, this issue highlights how foundational research shapes future discoveries. Why is this important? As Borchelt puts it, “Basic science might not provoke heated debates, but it’s easy to overlook. And if overlooked, it risks losing crucial funding." 🔗 Available in open access from October 21st, with insights for researchers, science communicators, and journalists alike. Find out how the strategies used to communicate discovery science can also be applied to more practical fields. #BasicScience #SciComm #DiscoveryScience #ScienceCommunication #ResearchCommunication https://lnkd.in/gj78-nfw

🌌 Glimmers of Antimatter to Explain the "Dark" Part of the Universe 🧬 One of the greatest challenges in cosmology is to understand dark matter, which makes up over 85% of the universe’s matter. A new study published in JCAP takes us one step closer by examining antimatter traces in cosmic rays—opening the door to the possible discovery of WIMPs (Weakly Interacting Massive Particles) as the mysterious dark matter. ⚛️ The AMS-02 experiment aboard the ISS detected unexpected traces of antinuclei, including rare antihelium isotopes, which could be the result of WIMP annihilation. These findings not only renew the search for WIMPs but hint at something even stranger than previously imagined. 🚀 As the universe continues to surprise us, it’s clear that the hunt for dark matter is far from over. 🔭 #Cosmology #Antimatter #DarkMatter #WIMPs #AMS02 #ScienceNews #Physics #SpaceExploration #Research Press release: https://lnkd.in/eVwkVfq6 https://lnkd.in/eNFPQaYx

Recent research involving teams from @MIT and @CNRS has identified parallels between the collective movement of birds and the behavior of atoms in materials. The findings, published in the Journal of Statistical Mechanics: Theory and Experiment (JSTAT), suggest that some aspects of collective behavior in biological systems may be better understood through the lens of physical principles traditionally applied to particles. This study challenges some of the existing assumptions about the differences between physical and biological systems and may offer new insights into how we understand and potentially apply these principles in material science. For those interested in the intersection of physics and biology, this research offers a thought-provoking perspective. Read press release: https://shorturl.at/UO44y Read the original paper: https://lnkd.in/eifMQEBd #Research #Physics #Biophysics #MaterialsScience #MIT #CNRS #JSTAT

Recent research involving teams from @MIT and @CNRS has identified parallels between the collective movement of birds and the behavior of atoms in materials. The findings, published in the Journal of Statistical Mechanics: Theory and Experiment (JSTAT), suggest that some aspects of collective behavior in biological systems may be better understood through the lens of physical principles traditionally applied to particles. This study challenges some of the existing assumptions about the differences between physical and biological systems and may offer new insights into how we understand and potentially apply these principles in material science. For those interested in the intersection of physics and biology, this research offers a thought-provoking perspective. Read press release: https://shorturl.at/UO44y Read the original paper: https://lnkd.in/eifMQEBd #Research #Physics #Biophysics #MaterialsScience #MIT #CNRS #JSTAT

Have you ever seen dark matter through a forest? Check out the new JCAP paper by Fernandez, Bird, and Ho at UC Riverside. Their research uses the Lyman-Alpha Forest to map the distribution of hydrogen in the universe, providing indirect insights into dark matter. This study not only advances our understanding of the cosmic structure but also suggests the possible existence of a new, previously unobserved particle. This work highlights a significant "tension" between observations and theoretical predictions, offering new avenues for exploring the mysteries of our universe. 🔗https://lnkd.in/d5Fck2_W #Astrophysics #DarkMatter #Cosmology #Research #UCResearch IOP Publishing Ming-Feng Ho Simeon B.

Do Universities Use AI for Communication? A new study published in the Journal of Science Communication (JCOM) explores the evolving role of AI in university communication, focusing on the German landscape. The research by Justus Henke from The Martin Luther University of Halle-Wittenberg reveals how AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini are starting to revolutionize the way universities engage with the public. Key findings include: 🔹 Universities are increasingly using AI for translations, text corrections, and content generation. 🔹 Ethical concerns, such as data privacy, are prompting some institutions to develop their own AI instances. 🔹 There is a cultural shift, with younger professionals more open to adopting AI technologies. Henke emphasizes the need for a strategic and integrated approach to AI, ensuring that these tools enhance rather than replace human-driven communication. Read the full paper in JCOM: https://lnkd.in/dZnNU2UH #AI #ScienceCommunication #UniversityPress #ChatGPT #GenerativeAI #JCOM #ResearchInnovation #DataPrivacy

What's more effective in waking up a sleepy class: diagrams and data or a Star Wars scene? Read the new paper in the Journal of Science Communication #JCOM on how to use science fiction to communicate science https://shorturl.at/gouHS #sciencefiction #exoplanets Original paper here: https://lnkd.in/dFGU8ewj

In the paper just published in the Journal of Cosmology and Astroparticle Physics JCAP, researcher Ali Rida Khalife, along with colleagues from Sorbonne Université and Aachen University, delve into one of modern cosmology’s pressing issues: the Hubble Tension. This study critically examines 11 different theoretical models aimed at explaining the discrepancies observed in the rate of the universe’s expansion. This paper rules out a number of models that produce uncertain results and highlights the need for a potential shift in our approach to resolving this cosmological puzzle. No single model has emerged as superior, suggesting a more nuanced understanding of the universe might be necessary. As professionals in the field of physics and astronomy, the insights from this study provoke thought on where the future of cosmological research is headed. For a deeper understanding, I recommend reading the full paper available today in JCAP. Read the release here: https://shorturl.at/PS247 https://lnkd.in/db_4qAq7 #Cosmology #Physics #Research #HubbleTension #ScientificPublishing