Imagine diving into six years of weather data from Portugal's largest reservoir, Alqueva. Two weather stations were installed here, one floating on the water and the other on the shore. From 2018 to 2023, these stations collected valuable information. Every hour, they recorded rainfall, water and so
Ever wondered how businesses make big decisions? They use something called Business Intelligence (BI). This is like a smart tool that helps companies figure out what to do next by looking at lots of data. But there's a new way of doing this, called Semantic Business Intelligence. Why is this importa
Every day, numerous crimes take place around us. However, only a select few are recorded, leading to an overall increase in crime rates. This could be due to a lack of concern or meticulous record-keeping of past crimes. It's crucial for everyone to consider crime statistics from the past when decid
Have you ever wondered if everyone in your city has the same access to important services like public transport, restaurants, and entertainment? This study dives into that question by focusing on Wuhan, China. The researchers wanted to see if people living in different areas have equal access to the
Ever thought about how AI can interpret complex connections like those in social networks or even our own bodies? Big language models, or LLMs, are throwing open doors in this sphere. Unlike needing tailor-made training, LLMs can tackle various tasks right off the bat. But how do they interact with
After a disaster like Hurricane Harvey, getting back to normal daily activities is a big deal. It shows how well a community is recovering. This study looked at how people's routines changed in Harris County, Texas, after the hurricane. They used location data to see patterns in where people went be
Ever wondered how our daily routines and travels paint a picture of city life? Scientists are using aggregated data from places we visit to create networks and study these urban lifestyle patterns. They've looked at counties like Harris in Texas, Dallas (also in Texas), New York County in New York,
Companies are taking baby steps when it comes to using artificial intelligence (AI) in satellite manufacturing. Blue Canyon Technologies, for instance, is keen on understanding how AI can boost production without compromising cybersecurity. "Where does your data go when you're teaching an AI system?
In the high-stakes world of genomic research, data is the key to unlocking life's mysteries. But dealing with massive amounts of DNA data can be a real headache for scientists. That's where MiLaboratories, a startup from San Francisco, steps in. They've created a special platform that makes it easie
Lightdash, a company that offers a business intelligence (BI) platform, has recently secured funding to incorporate AI into their open source tool. This platform, which is an alternative to Google’s Looker, allows businesses to train AI analysts tailored to specific team use-cases. This means anyone
