There are other “reading pens” available, but they scan a word, or at most a sentence at a time, which is frustrating and time-consuming. The OrCam Learn reads a whole printed page in one go, or a computer screen, or text in any font on any surface, even in low light. It can even read handwriting if it’s neat enough.“The device also is capable of listening to the student read to the device, and it gives feedback in real-time. It might tell them, for example, that they read 80 out of 90 words correctly, well done,” says Gantz.https://israeltrade.org.au/2023/03/22/ai-learning-buddy-helps-dyslexic-kids-read-and-understand/
London surgeons have pioneered a “game-changing” infrared imaging technique that could aid the treatment of cancer in children.The technique, called “molecular imaging”, involves the injection of chemicals into the bloodstream which act as imaging probes. These are attracted to cancerous cells in the body and, once attached, light up through a process called “fluorescence”. This in turn lights up the tumour.Dr Stefano Giuliani, Consultant Paediatric Surgeon at Great Ormond Street Hospital, said, 'This technique effectively lights up the tumour, allowing surgeons to remove it with unprecedented precision'. The technique will benefit children with cancerous tumours.More information: https://au.news.yahoo.com/london-scientists-pioneer-game-changing-1250
"Every year miscarriage affects up to 150,000 Australians and the people that love them. So why are we so damned bad at dealing with it?" asks Isabelle Oderberg, seasoned journalist and author of Hard to Bear: Investigating the science and silence of miscarriage. Combining in-depth investigation with lived experience, Hard to Bear charts a course to improve the system and change the lives of anyone directly or indirectly touched by early pregnancy loss, with practical and generous advice and suggestions along the way. I've bought my copy, and I encourage you to get yours: https://www.hardtobear.com
The apparel industry (production) accounts for 10% of global carbon emissions - more than annual aviation and maritime shipping combined. Worse, this resource is not recycled. It is estimated 90% of apparel is disposed of through incineration or landfill. Part of the challenge is waste stream sorting. But the world's first Smart thread, using RFID technology, could help make the invisible lives of discarded clothing more transparent, trackable and useful. https://circlolink.com/circlolink-news/f/intro-by-chris-hurren-institute-frontier-materials-deakin-uni
Israeli AI-Generated-Video-Chat-Company D-ID, which specializes in creating hyper-real AI avatars, brought Sophia alive using a combination of deep learning algorithms, image processing, and neural networks to animate her still photo. Sophia assists victims of domestic abuse 24/7 – no matter where they are located, and in strict confidentiality – to feel safe and confident enough to take the first steps to get help... Unlike a regular chatbot, Sophia can actually talk to users in seven different languages, making her accessible to populations who are not as literate, and a confidant for victims who don’t feel comfortable sharing their struggles... https://nocamels.com/2023/03/meet-sophia-the-worlds-first-domestic-violence-chatbot/
