New system enables robots to solve manipulation problems in seconds

Researchers developed an algorithm that lets a robot “think ahead” and consider thousands of potential motion plans simultaneously.

Adam Zewe | MIT News • mit
June 5, 2025 ~8 min

What is vibe coding? A computer scientist explains what it means to have AI write computer code − and what risks that can entail

Vibe coding is a buzzy phrase that describes using AI language tools to write software. You enter a natural language phrase for what you want – to a point – and get back code.

Chetan Jaiswal, Associate Professor of Computer Science, Quinnipiac University • conversation
June 4, 2025 ~5 min


AI stirs up the recipe for concrete in MIT study

With demand for cement alternatives rising, an MIT team uses machine learning to hunt for new ingredients across the scientific literature.

Andrew Paul Laurent | MIT Concrete Sustainability Hub • mit
June 2, 2025 ~5 min

Teaching AI models the broad strokes to sketch more like humans do

SketchAgent, a drawing system developed by MIT CSAIL researchers, sketches up concepts stroke-by-stroke, teaching language models to visually express concepts on their own and collaborate with humans.

Alex Shipps | MIT CSAIL • mit
June 2, 2025 ~7 min

Debunking 5 myths about when your devices get wet

When it comes to drying out your drenched device, problematic myths about liquid protection and repair make it hard to separate fact from fiction.

Rachel Plotnick, Associate Professor of Cinema and Media Studies, Indiana University • conversation
June 2, 2025 ~6 min

Robots run out of energy long before they run out of work to do − feeding them could change that

Even the best batteries fall far short of animal metabolism for energy storage. Fueling robots with ‘food’ could narrow the gap.

James Pikul, Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering, University of Wisconsin-Madison • conversation
June 2, 2025 ~9 min

Brain groove depth tied to better reasoning ability

The depth of small grooves in the brain's surface is linked to stronger network connectivity and better reasoning ability, research finds.

Robert Sanders-UC Berkeley • futurity
May 29, 2025 ~12 min

Smart fabric uses sound to measure touch, pressure, and more

New smart textiles are light, breathable, and inexpensive, and offer great potential for medicine, sports, and everyday life.

ETH Zurich • futurity
May 29, 2025 ~6 min


Weaponized storytelling: How AI is helping researchers sniff out disinformation campaigns

Disinformation campaigns are using AI to tell false but compelling stories. AI tools are also helping counter the campaigns by detecting incongruities in usernames, cultural references and timelines.

Azwad Anjum Islam, Ph.D. Student in Computing and Information Sciences, Florida International University • conversation
May 29, 2025 ~10 min

AI goes to ‘kindergarten’ to learn the basics

"AI agents first need to go through kindergarten to later be able to better learn complex tasks."

James Devitt-NYU • futurity
May 28, 2025 ~6 min

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