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Not All AI is Over the Top
Artificial intelligence (AI) researchers have spent a lot of time and effort trying to build machines that look like humans and operate largely independently like humans. But have those dreams of science fiction androids distracted many of them from where real progress might already be taking place? The Conversation brought this interesting topic to our attention…
Read MorePharmacognosy is Making Content Findable
The pharmaceutical industry is finding natural products a source of chemical and biological inspiration. Science Trends brought this interesting topic to us in their article, “Pharmacognosy In The Digital Era.” Pharmacognosy is defined as the study of biologically active natural products and their uses by humans for healing purposes. Though you may not have heard of…
Read MoreAI Used to Improve Life
Artificial intelligence (AI) is used in many different applications and their expanse is growing almost as much as the benefits it can provide. In healthcare, science and financial applications, AI can improve the results by providing efficiency beyond the human capability. Engadget brought this interesting news to our attention in their article, “AI-tuned robotic knee helps…
Read MoreAlexa, What is IoT?
The Internet of Things (IoT) is a system of interrelated computing devices, mechanical and digital machines, objects, animals or even people that are provided with unique identifiers and the ability to transfer data over a network without requiring human-to-human or human-to-computer interaction. IoT has changed the world of connections in a substantial way. It has evolved…
Read MoreDeep Learning At the Center of Interest
Interest in deep learning has skyrocketed in recent months and years. What exactly is deep learning and how does it relate to information technology? Information Week brought this interesting topic to our attention in their article, “Take A Deeper Look at Deep Learning.” Deep learning is a machine learning technique that teaches computers to do what…
Read MoreMaking the Content Richer
Intelligent content doesn’t mean multi-syllabic words that you need a dictionary to decipher. It is an “approach to the management of content as a business asset that includes content that is modular, structured, reusable, format-free, and semantically rich.” The result is discoverable content that is reconfigurable and adaptable for its creators. CMS Wire brought this…
Read MoreTaxonomy: Where to Start?
When you hear the word taxonomy, you may be thinking about grouping, defining, and naming animals and plants based on their shared characteristics. This may not be the case if you are responsible for creating or managing content on a website. You have already been faced with the challenge of choosing terms that label or describe…
Read MorePros and Cons of Open Access
The rush towards further adoption of open access models might require some pause and thought. While questions around access to scientific research are important and grab attention, the implications are a particular concern for those of working in the arts and humanities. The Guardian brought this interesting information to our attention in their article, “A…
Read MoreEmerging Technologies is A New Focus for DoD
The Department of Defense’s (DoD) 2020 budget is expanding its scope and asking for increased funds to invest in the development of emerging technologies. Federal News Network brought this interesting information to our attention in their article, “DoD 2020 budget puts heavy emphasis on development of emerging technologies.” The $750 billion budget request for 2020 asked…
Read MoreCognitive Computing Conference This Spring
When you are planning your educational conferences this year, don’t forget to pencil in the Data Summit featuring the Cognitive Computing & AI Summit on May 21-22, 2019. A new era of cognitive computing is unfolding and its impact is already being felt across industries, from healthcare and financial services, to manufacturing and education. Building cognitive systems and…
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