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No-camera eye tracking: Cornell invents tech to track gaze minus surveillance
Cornell University researchers have developed a groundbreaking technology that allows for tracking gaze and facial expressions without the need for cameras. The innovative system, known as GazeTrak and EyeEcho, uses sound-based techniques to monitor eye movements and facial expressions.“In a VR environment, you want to recreate detailed facial expressions and gaze movements so that you can have better interactions with other users,” stated Ke Li, a doctoral student who led the development of GazeTrak and EyeEcho.The technology, as explained by Cornell assistant...
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Content creation holds appeal for laid-off workers seeking flexibility
In a time where traditional job security seems uncertain for many, the allure of content creation is drawing the attention of laid-off workers seeking flexibility and new opportunities. Grace Xu, a TikTok influencer with a significant following, shared her experience of transitioning from a potentially impending layoff to pursuing a career as a content creator. Xu remarked, “I guess the decision has been made on my behalf. The universe has spoken.”According to Sarah Damaske, a researcher in labor and employment relations, the shifting landscape of job security has led...
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Cornell University president highlights international ties and student diversity
Martha E. Pollack, the 14th president of Cornell University, recently shared insights on international ties, student diversity, and fostering a welcoming environment for students in an email interview with the Korea JoongAng Daily.Pollack emphasized the value that international students bring to Cornell's campus, stating, "Cornell’s international students and scholars bring global cultures, diverse perspectives, and immense intellectual energy to campus." She highlighted the university's commitment to creating a community of belonging where individuals from various...
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AI-generated spoofs of RuPaul’s Drag Race taking over social media platforms
Instagram and TikTok are currently being flooded with AI-generated spoofs of RuPaul’s Drag Race, offering a unique twist to the popular reality competition show. According to a report by , various accounts are emerging on these platforms, showcasing fictional characters facing off in drag competitions that mimic the format of the original show.One of the standout accounts, AI Drag Race, recently featured an epic showdown between Miss Piggy and Kermisha Ihman, complete with AI-generated drag looks. The intense lip-sync battle, set to Lady Gaga’s “Telephone,”...
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Wristband Uses Echos and AI to Track Hand Positions for VR and More
Cornell researchers have developed a wristband device called EchoWrist that uses AI-powered, inaudible soundwaves to continuously detect hand positioning and hand-object interactions. Cheng Zhang, assistant professor of information science at Cornell, emphasized the importance of hands in daily activities, stating, “The hand is fundamentally important – whatever you do almost always involves hands.”Chi-Jung Lee, one of the doctoral students involved in the project, highlighted the potential applications of EchoWrist, including tracking hand positions for virtual reality...
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Donald Trump's mind 'faltering,' top psychologist warns
On Monday, during an appearance on the David Pakman Show, Harry Segal, a senior lecturer in psychology at Cornell University, expressed concerns about Donald Trump's mental state. Segal, who has been critical of Trump's mental health since his time in office, stated, "I think of this cognitive decline as being another layer of danger on top of an already erratic, mentally challenged person who shouldn't be anywhere near the White House."Segal highlighted specific behaviors in Trump, mentioning, "This is something that's been observed in many people suffering from early...
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Worker Mobility Impacts Adoption of New Technology, Cornell Study Finds
Increased worker mobility can negatively impact a business's ability to adopt new technology such as artificial intelligence (AI), according to a recent study conducted by researchers at Cornell University.The study, co-authored by Chris Forman, along with Ruyu Chen and Natarajan Balasubramanian, delves into the effects of worker mobility on the adoption of new technologies, specifically focusing on machine learning. Forman, the Peter and Stephanie Nolan Professor in the Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management at Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, sheds...
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Protect habitat to prevent pandemics
In a recent study published in Nature Communications, a group of 25 scientists, led by a Cornell expert, has proposed a new plan to prevent pandemics by focusing on ecological perspectives before outbreaks occur. The paper, titled "Ecological Countermeasures to Prevent Pathogen Spillover and Subsequent Pandemics," emphasizes the importance of conserving natural habitats and promoting biodiversity as key measures to prevent the spread of diseases from animals to humans.The lead author of the paper, Professor Raina Plowright, highlighted the significance of shifting the...
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Crypto, Green Hydrogen Form ‘Dynamic Duo’ to Thwart Climate Change
Cryptocurrency mining, known for its significant carbon emissions, could find a partner in green hydrogen to aid in the transition towards sustainable energy practices. Fengqi You, the Roxanne E. and Michael J. Zak Professor in Energy Systems Engineering at Cornell Engineering, emphasized the importance of exploring opportunities to utilize cryptocurrency enthusiasm for a climate-friendly future. You and doctoral student Apoorv Lal authored a study titled “Climate Sustainability Through a Dynamic Duo: Green Hydrogen and Crypto Driving Energy Transition and Decarbonization,”...