In the classic cartoon “The Jetsons,” Rosie the robotic maid seamlessly switches from vacuuming the house to cooking dinner to taking out the trash. But in real life, training a general-purpose robot remains a major challenge. Typically, engineers collect data that...

Art has always been a profound expression of human consciousness—a way to explore the unseen, convey emotions, and push the boundaries of perception. The Learncast “Art & Consciousness” delves into the fascinating intersection of creativity, science, and the human...

Despite their impressive capabilities, large language models are far from perfect. These artificial intelligence models sometimes “hallucinate” by generating incorrect or unsupported information in response to a query. Due to this hallucination problem, an LLM’s...

In the current AI zeitgeist, sequence models have skyrocketed in popularity for their ability to analyze data and predict what to do next. For instance, you’ve likely used next-token prediction models like ChatGPT, which anticipate each word (token) in a sequence to...

The world of open calls is a constantly evolving landscape, especially in today’s digital age. For many artists, open calls are valuable opportunities to showcase their work, connect with galleries, and gain exposure. However, with this growth comes a new set of...

The metaverse is transforming the way we experience and interact with art, offering endless possibilities for curators to explore. In a virtual gallery, you’re not limited by physical space or traditional display methods—you can defy gravity, play with dimensions, and...

What is Curation and Why Does it Matter? At its core, curation is about selecting, organizing, and presenting works of art in a way that tells a story, sparks conversation, or evokes a certain emotion. As a curator, you’re not just showcasing individual pieces—you’re...

Narrative art, with its deep roots in mythology, history, and personal experiences, has evolved alongside human civilization. From the ancient myths of the Greco-Roman world to the intricate allegories of the Renaissance, and into the nuanced stories told by...

Most doctors go into medicine because they want to help patients. But today’s health care system requires that doctors spend hours each day on other work — searching through electronic health records (EHRs), writing documentation, coding and billing, prior...

A recent award from the U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) brings together researchers from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), and Lehigh University (Lehigh) under the Multiobjective Engineering and...