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How artificial neural networks work, from the math up
by Arjun Chandran Neural networks are often associated with some of the remarkable things that artificial intelligence (AI) is capable of doing today, ranging from face and voice recognition to tumor detection. But how do neural networks actually work? Modeled after the brain’s biological networks, neural networks are a class of algorithms designed to…
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Recovering a Lost Voice
By Arjun Chandran For most people communication is a necessity, imperative for connecting with others and sharing our thoughts, feelings, and emotions. However, those with neurological conditions often find it extremely difficult or cumbersome to fulfill this basic human necessity. To help those struggling with communication difficulty, a team of researchers from UC Berkeley…