Escaping the Smoke: An Artist’s Journey

Escaping the Smoke: An Artist’s Journey

In the summer of 2020, artist Jason Rohrer found himself caught in the midst of raging wildfires in California. The smoke filled the air, making it impossible to continue his work from the comfort of his desk. Seeking respite from the hazardous conditions, Rohrer and his family embarked on a journey to Nevada and eventually Arizona.… Read the rest

The Pros and Cons of Using Chatbots: Balancing Convenience with Privacy

The Pros and Cons of Using Chatbots: Balancing Convenience with Privacy

Chatbots like OpenAI’s ChatGPT have gained popularity due to their convenience and efficiency in answering questions and performing tasks in a humanlike manner. However, cyber-experts are raising concerns about the potential privacy risks associated with these AI entities.

The core fact: Users should exercise caution when sharing personal data with chatbots to protect their privacy.… Read the rest

Bias in Machine Learning Tools for Immunotherapy Research Discovered

Bias in Machine Learning Tools for Immunotherapy Research Discovered

Researchers from Rice University’s computer science department have uncovered a bias in commonly used machine learning tools utilized for immunotherapy research. The team, composed of Ph.D. students Anja Conev, Romanos Fasoulis, and Sarah Hall-Swan, along with computer science faculty members Rodrigo Ferreira and Lydia Kavraki, analyzed publicly available data related to peptide-HLA (pHLA) binding prediction and identified a geographical bias favoring higher-income communities.… Read the rest

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