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Jul 8, 2025

Researchers Found a Better Way to Teach Large Language Models New Skills

The new technique improves AI performance over previous techniques in tasks including commonsense reasoning, arithmetic reasoning, instruction following, code generation, and visual recognition.
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Jul 7, 2025

Transforming Guide Dog Training with AI and Sensor Technology

Researchers at NC State, led by ECE’s Alper Bozkurt and David Roberts from the Department of Computer Science, have been pioneering innovative sensor technologies and AI algorithms to transform guide dog training and selection processes.
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Jul 2, 2025

New Attack Can Make AI ‘See’ Whatever You Want

The research shows that the new technique, called RisingAttacK, is effective at manipulating all of the most widely used AI computer vision systems.
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Jun 3, 2025

AI can help cut down on waste, improve quality in dyed fabrics

A new study finds that machine learning can help reduce textile manufacturing waste by more accurately mapping how colors will change during the dyeing process.  Fabrics are typically dyed while wet, and their colors change as they dry. This can make it difficult to know what a piece of fabric will end up looking like…
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May 29, 2025

Exploring Deep Learning AI for Cancer Treatment

Researchers at NC State and UNC-Chapel Hill are exploring how to potentially use AI to match anti-cancer drugs to a patient’s specific DNA. 
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May 19, 2025

Extension Agents Explore AI for Agriculture

Artificial intelligence promises to transform agriculture, and a recent workshop at NC State’s Plant Sciences Building aims to position agricultural agents as key links in ensuring that farmers benefit.
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Apr 28, 2025

Navigating AI at the 2025 University Research Symposium

NC State’s 2025 University Research Symposium “Research With AI: Navigating A New Age” was a hit, bringing together faculty and researchers across disciplines to share how they’re using the technology — and learn more about what is next in AI.
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Apr 24, 2025

Could Self-Driving Labs Lead to a New Era of Scientific Research?

An interdisciplinary team of scientists and engineers is arguing the research community should make a concerted effort to capitalize on advances in robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) to expedite work that addresses sustainable energy, emerging diseases and other global challenges. “Self-driving labs (SDLs) will serve as collaborators for human researchers, significantly reducing the time and cost required…
Jason Franz, left, sits in front of multiple computer screens in a dark room.

Apr 21, 2025

Engineering Better Health

The mission of Jason Franz’s lab is to engineer solutions to help people age gracefully. “We want our discoveries to help older members of our community,” he said.