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October 13, 2023 | 08:43 am

Photonic chips could give drones a lift when GPS is unavailable

Rochester researchers aim to leverage the quantum technique of weak value amplification to replace the gyroscopes in drones.

topics: David T. Kearns Center for Leadership and Diversity, featured-post-side, Hajim School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Institute of Optics, Jaime Cardenas, research funding,
Science & Technology
September 20, 2023 | 11:45 am

AI helps bring clarity to LASIK patients facing cataract surgery

Scientists develop computer models of patients’ eyes to identify the ideal intraocular lenses and visual simulators for patients to experience how they will see with them.

topics: artificial intelligence, featured-post-side, Hajim School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Institute of Optics, Medical Center, research finding, Susana Marcos,
Science & Technology
September 12, 2023 | 08:09 am

A quantum leap in cooling atoms for better computers

A new grant will allow John Nichol and his team to study thermoelectricity to help develop more efficient quantum computers.

topics: Department of Physics and Astronomy, featured-post-side, John Nichol, quantum science, research funding, School of Arts and Sciences,
Science & Technology
September 5, 2023 | 08:26 am

Could artificial intelligence power the future of fusion?

Rochester scientists will develop machine learning to help predict, design, and improve laser-fusion implosions for inertial fusion energy.

topics: artificial intelligence, Christopher Kanan, Department of Computer Science, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Department of Physics and Astronomy, featured-post-side, Hajim School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, Laboratory for Laser Energetics, research funding, Riccardo Betti, School of Arts and Sciences,
Science & Technology
August 31, 2023 | 12:09 pm

Cracking the code of nutrient segregation

New research on fruit flies provides key insights into the nutrients essential for embryo development.

topics: Department of Biology, Michael Welte, research finding, School of Arts and Sciences,
Science & Technology
August 23, 2023 | 11:02 am

Longevity gene from naked mole rats extends lifespan of mice

The successful gene transfer paves the way for improving the health and lifespan of humans, too.

topics: Andrei Seluanov, Department of Biology, featured-post-side, Medical Center, research finding, School of Arts and Sciences, Vera Gorbunova,
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