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NPU core improves inference performance by over 60%
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NPU core improves inference performance by over 60%

Oaken’s quantization algorithm consisting of three components: (a) threshold-based online-offline hybrid quantization, (b) group-shift quantization, and (c) fused dense-and-sparse encoding. Credit: Proceedings of...

Approach improves how new skills are taught to large language models
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Approach improves how new skills are taught to large language models

Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Researchers have developed a technique that significantly improves the performance of large language models without increasing the computational power...

Quantum machine learning improves semiconductor manufacturing for first time
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Quantum machine learning improves semiconductor manufacturing for first time

Schematic representation of the quantum machine learning-based modeling process for the Ohmic contact formation in GaN HEMTs. Credit: Advanced Science (2025). DOI: 10.1002/advs.202506213...

New passivation strategy improves scalability and efficiency of perovskite solar cells
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New passivation strategy improves scalability and efficiency of perovskite solar cells

Penetration and intercalation of ligands. Credit: Wang et al. (Nature Energy, 2025). Solar cells, devices that can convert sunlight into electrical energy, are...

Starch-based aerogel material improves anti-concussion headgear
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Starch-based aerogel material improves anti-concussion headgear

Side profile of the head phantom, without a mounted sample. Credit: Technologies (2025). DOI: 10.3390/technologies13050199 Researchers have developed a wearable material that may...

Laser technique improves ultra-high temperature ceramic manufacturing for space and defense applications
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Laser technique improves ultra-high temperature ceramic manufacturing for space and defense applications

TEM and STEM-HAADF analysis of the HFC17 sample synthesized at 1700°C using the SLRP method. Credit: Journal of the American Ceramic Society (2025)....

Algorithm improves acoustic sensor accuracy for cheaper underwater robotics
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Algorithm improves acoustic sensor accuracy for cheaper underwater robotics

Northeastern University postdoctoral research associate Alan Papalia tested his algorithm by riding in an autonomous surface vehicle on the Charles River. Credit: Northeastern...

Optimization of a hygroscopic hydrogel device improves efficiency
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Optimization of a hygroscopic hydrogel device improves efficiency

System for hydrogel-based SAWH. (A) Schematic of the device, visualizing both key system components as well as energy and mass transfer throughout the...

Deep learning model dramatically improves subgraph matching accuracy by eliminating noise
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Deep learning model dramatically improves subgraph matching accuracy by eliminating noise

Credit: IEEE Access (2025). DOI: 10.1109/ACCESS.2025.3543206 A research team from Kumamoto University has developed a promising deep learning model that significantly enhances the...