Theory of Mind Emerges in Artificial Intelligence: Implications for AI's Understanding of Humans, Revealed by Stanford Study

Medicine & Technology Feb 20, 2023

Discover the latest findings in AI research as Stanford psychologist Michal Kosinski explores the spontaneous emergence of the Theory of Mind in AI. Read more now!

Solar Panel Breakthrough: Stanford University Creates Panels That Generate Electricity 24/7 Revolutionizing Power Generation

Jan 31, 2023

Stanford researchers have created solar panels that generate electricity 24/7, boosting the potential for clean energy generation. Read more to learn about this exciting development in solar power!

Novel Catalyst Can Turn Carbon Dioxide Into Gasoline 1,000 Times More Efficiently Than Existing Methods

Feb 14, 2022

Captured carbon dioxide can now be converted into carbon-neutral fuels using only a novel catalyst by Stanford scientists to increase the production of long-chain hydrocarbons that is 1,000 times more efficient than current methods.

Stanford University Says Deep Brain Stimulation Treatment Can Cure Depression

Oct 29, 2021

Stanford researchers have developed a five-day brain stimulation treatment that is being marketed as a rapid and effective approach to cure depression.

Global Biodiversity Fails Again! Bioscience Experts Show How We Underestimate Self-Inflicted Mass Extinction

Jul 20, 2021

Bioscience experts published a recent report that shows how our actions today towards the global environment may change our future into a ghastly mass extinction.

Stanford Shares Tips to Overcome Zoom Fatigue

Feb 25, 2021

Zoom fatigue describes the exhaustion people feel from video conferencing. Stanford professor explains four things why we feel that way.

Convalescent Plasma: No Benefit to Patients Hospitalized With COVID-19

Jan 16, 2021

Recent research finding shows convalescent plasma does not benefit people who are hospitalized with suspected or confirmed COVID-19 infection.

COVID-19 Vaccine Working at Room Temperature And Requires Single Shot, In The Works

Jan 08, 2021

From developing vaccines for Ebola, HIV, and pandemic influenza, Stanford University researchers have now turned their attention to developing a vaccine for COVID-19.

Stem Cell Division in Plants Guided by a "Cellular Compass"

Sep 18, 2020

A new study from Stanford University researchers reports the motion in the plant nucleus that might explain the stem cell division process.

Stanford Researchers Devise Method to Predict Black Swan Events

Jul 23, 2020

Researchers from Stanford University have developed a method for forecasting black swan events. Black swans are rare and unprecedented events with enormous consequences.

Scientists Create a ‘Membrane on a Chip’ to Track Cell Reactions to Viruses

Jul 06, 2020

Scientists recreate human cell membranes onto an electronic chip to measure its behavior with external substances such as viruses and antibiotics. Soon, it will be screening drug candidates for coronavirus.

Stanford Bioengineers Manipulated Molecules to Create Proteins That Fight Off Cancer and Recreate Neurons

Jun 09, 2020

Scientists from Stanford have engineered a protein that could combat cancer cells and regenerate neurons. The researchers are optimistic that engineered ligands and receptors could pave the way for fighting diseases and maintaining health in the future.

Sixth Mass Extinction Is Accelerating at Alarming Rates and Human Activity Is Not Only to Blame: Study

Jun 02, 2020

Scientists reveal alarming rates of accelerating mass extinction and how it will affect future generations. They cited four factors contributing to the accelerating pace besides human activity.

Costa Rica Might Become a Carbon-Free Utopia by 2050, Forefronted by Cyclists

Jun 01, 2020

Costa Rica aspires for zero carbon emissions by 2050 as cyclists forefront a movement with their eco-friendly campaigns.

Scientists Accused of Biased Research with False Implications on the Spread of Coronavirus

May 27, 2020

Stanford University study is under investigation after accusations of spreading 'panic science' with inaccurate implications of COVID-19 infection rates.