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Bumblebee-inspired microrobot takes flight at MIT

MIT researchers have developed agile flying microrobots that mimic insects' flight, reaching speeds comparable to biological counterparts. The AI-based controller enables the robot to perform gymnastic flight paths, increasing speed and acceleration significantly.

Unlocking the Potential of Large Language Models

MIT researchers developed a dynamic approach for large language models (LLMs) to allocate computational effort based on question difficulty, improving efficiency and accuracy. This method allows smaller LLMs to outperform larger models on complex problems, potentially reducing energy consumption and expanding applications.

Safe and Sound: Soft Robots Learn Self-Protection

MIT researchers develop safe control strategies for soft robots to interact with humans and delicate objects. New framework blends nonlinear control theory with physical modeling for “contact-aware safety,” ensuring robots achieve tasks without causing harm.

AI Bubble Burst: Navigating the Fallout

The California Gold Rush shaped America's economy and history, attracting thousands in search of fortune. Levi Strauss, a Bavarian immigrant, profited by selling denim overalls to prospectors, leaving a lasting legacy.

Advancing Open Model Development at NeurIPS

NVIDIA expands open-source AI models for researchers at NeurIPS. Introducing Alpamayo-R1, the world's first open reasoning VLA model for autonomous driving, enhancing AV safety and advancing AI reasoning capabilities.

AI: The Future of Work

MIT PhD candidate Benjamin Manning explores designing AI agents to act on behalf of people and shape markets. His research aims to accelerate social scientific discovery by simulating human responses with AI, potentially revolutionizing research methods.