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Using artificial intelligence to accelerate vaccine development

New artificial intelligence (AI) tools could help identify immune biomarkers used to determine whether a new vaccine candidate works.

Role of Artificial Intelligence in Health Research: Opportunities, Challenges, and Implications for Medical Education

Apr 07,26 | 01:40 EST

Artificial intelligence (AI) is fundamentally reshaping the landscape of health research, with applications spanning drug discovery, clinical diagnosis, patient monitoring, and medical education. This paper examines the transformative potential of AI technologies, including machine learning, deep learning, and natural language processing, across these domains, while critically evaluating the ethical, legal, and infrastructural challenges their adoption entails. Particular attention is paid to issues of algorithmic bias, data privacy, clinical accountability, and the growing imperative to integrate AI literacy into medical training. Particularly relevant to the Canadian context, this paper contends that realizing AI's promise in health research demands simultaneous progress on three fronts: technical innovation, a contextually grounded ethical framework, and a healthcare workforce equipped to navigate an AI-augmented practice environment.

One Hour with HR’s April session will cover how to use AI tools effectively

Apr 07,26 | 01:38 EST

Human Resources’ 'One Hour with HR' learning session in April is set to focus comprehensively on how Purdue faculty and staff can significantly benefit from integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into their daily work. Titled 'AI at Work: Making Everyday Tasks Smarter,' this crucial session will delve into practical, actionable ways to utilize advanced AI tools, such as Microsoft Copilot, to dramatically boost efficiency, stimulate innovative thinking, and refine overall communication strategies across the university environment.

Are AI Tools Practicing Law? Courts Are Starting to Weigh In

Apr 07,26 | 01:36 EST

In February, the internet was abuzz with commentary regarding two significant decisions from United States District Courts concerning artificial intelligence (AI) tools in legal contexts. One case, *United States v. Heppner*, dealt with a criminal defendant's "chat" with a popular AI being treated as a waiver of confidentiality, making the conversations admissible for the prosecution. Coincidentally, *Warner v. Gilbarco, Inc.*, decided the same day, appeared to take an opposite stance for a *pro se* litigant. By March, a new controversy emerged with *Nippon Life Insurance Company of America v. OpenAI Foundation*, where a corporate plaintiff sued OpenAI, alleging that ChatGPT generated false legal pleadings which cost the plaintiff $300,000 to defend. This article delves into these pivotal cases, exploring the complex implications of AI on attorney-client privilege, work product doctrine, and the evolving boundaries of legal practice and developer liability.

Axon Tackles Public Safety's Data Overload With Three New AI Tools

Apr 07,26 | 01:35 EST

Axon, the global public safety technology leader, announced a new standard in real-time intelligence during Axon Week 2026, its annual user conference. New AI-powered capabilities enable agencies to detect incidents earlier, access critical information faster, and coordinate responses more effectively while maintaining security and data control across the full incident lifecycle.

Integrating Artificial Intelligence into Simulation Design: Rebel Recruitment in Azura’s Civil War

Apr 07,26 | 01:33 EST

This article from the Journal of Political Science Education explores how instructors can utilize ChatGPT to create dynamic political science simulations. Focusing on a fictional civil war scenario in Azura, the authors Emily Dunlop and Sabrina Karim demonstrate how AI can facilitate teaching complex concepts like rebel recruitment and the collective action problem. It highlights AI's potential as a creative partner in curriculum design, enhancing student engagement and fostering innovative teaching methods.

Outpaced by the US, China’s military places selective bets on artificial intelligence

Apr 07,26 | 01:32 EST

China's military is strategically investing in artificial intelligence (AI) across its forces, particularly in areas like naval air defense and drone swarms, even as analysts suggest it lags behind the United States in overall military AI capabilities. A Taiwan-based analyst posits that China may have surpassed the US specifically in AI for drone swarms, showcasing a targeted approach amidst broader challenges.

Artificial Intelligence, Real Records: Counseling Municipalities on the Open Public Records Act in the Age of AI

Apr 06,26 | 01:44 EST

This article aims to address the emerging challenges and potential pitfalls that elected officials and public employees may face when interacting with Artificial Intelligence tools, especially concerning the Open Public Records Act (OPRA). It seeks to provide comprehensive guidance and practical tools for municipal attorneys to effectively counter issues arising from self-inflicted errors or the excessive application and misuse of AI technologies within government operations. The dynamic and continuously evolving nature of OPRA, combined with rapid advancements in AI, necessitates a proactive approach to ensure transparency, compliance, and responsible governance in the digital age.

From plagiarism to study aids to avoidance, here's how some students are integrating AI tools into their education

Apr 06,26 | 01:42 EST

Nariah Farrar was in seventh grade when AI tools went mainstream in schools.