Making a computer that learns and remembers like a human brain is a daunting challenge. The complex organ has 86 billion neurons and trillions of connections — or synapses — that can grow st... Read more
UAlberta researchers solve heads-up limit Texas hold ‘em poker. In a world first, researchers in the Computer Poker Research Group at the University of Alberta have essentially solved heads-... Read more
Darpa officials said they were hoping for international participation In the event of another disaster at a nuclear power plant, the first responders may not be humans but robots. They may n... Read more
New York City’s bid to attract science talent could serve as a model for other cities Two hundred years ago it was enough to rely on natural advantages to build a great city. Cities we... Read more
General Electric (GE) says that over 100 products have been brought to market since launching its Ecomagination project in 2005. Phase I of its latest Challenge has already resulted in 12 co... Read more
