The length of time people spend in nursing homes varies greatly. This is especially true for those with dementia. It is a big concern for many families. In Australia, researchers used advanced computer methods to figure out how dementia affects this. They looked at lots of data to make their findings. They wanted to see if they could predict how long someone mig...
The shipping industry is always looking for better ways to value ships. This is key for buying, selling, and insuring them. One modern approach is using Machine Learning (ML). This method has shown it can outperform old-school techniques. The goal here is to create a precise ship valuation model for supramax and ultramax ships. These are medium to large cargo ships. ...
Food safety is a big deal. It is a serious issue, especially when it comes to illegal tampering. This has made the need for reliable detection methods more important than ever. Opium poppy shells are a key part of the drug trade. Being able to track and identify them is crucial in legal cases involving drugs. A recent study took a close look at six types of opiu...
The quest to forecast Bitcoin's price has led to some interesting developments. AI and machine learning have been put to the test. They have been used to predict Bitcoin's price swings and to create flexible investment plans. This is not just about guessing numbers. It is about using smart tech to make better money moves. From the start of 2018 to the start ...
In a bustling city, a group of researchers decided to look into how different factors influence children's physical activity. They focused on moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) among school kids. The team wanted to see if attitudes toward new sports and various influences play a role in how active children are. So, they turned to machine learning to make s...
Social media has changed the game when it comes to expressing thoughts and feelings. The mix of words and pictures makes it hard to figure out what people really mean. Traditional methods of analyzing text alone often miss the mark. They can't fully grasp the complex messages that come from combining text with visuals. This is especially true when it comes to posts ...
When patients leave the hospital, it's crucial to know if they need extra help at home. This is where a smart computer program comes in. It can spot these needs right when a patient is admitted. This program was trained using real patient data from a big hospital in the UK, from 2017 to 2023. The data included information on patient admissions, hospital stays, and di...
AI and machine learning are changing the game in healthcare. They can make diagnosing, planning treatments, and managing patients much easier. However, when it comes to kids' ear, nose, and throat issues, things get tricky. Kids are not just small adults. Their bodies are growing and changing rapidly. This makes it hard to use AI in the same way as with adults. One ...
The price of farm goods like rice, wheat, and corn can swing wildly. Why? Because they're swayed by seasons, supply and demand, policy shifts, and weather changes. These swings don't just affect farmers; they ripple through the entire economy. To get a handle on these price swings, a new forecasting tool has been developed. It's a blend of two powerful techniques: T...
Urban trees are powerful allies in the fight against city heat. Their cooling effects are influenced by many factors, some of which are not directly related to climate. A recent study dug deep into this topic. It looked at 229 cities spread across four different climate zones. The goal was to figure out how well trees cool these cities and what makes them more or les...