2025
Clouds could enhance the search for life on exoplanets
June 2, 2025
Huanzhou Yang's research uses simulations to determine how telescopes could detect oxygen gas and ozone, revealing clouds could aid in the detection of biosignatures.
Test of AI Weather forecasts shows they miss extreme storms
June 2, 2025
Weather forecasts based on AI are faster and sometimes more accurate than traditional ones, but they may miss rare and unprecedented weather events.
Doubt cast on claim of ‘hints’ of life on faraway planet
June 2, 2025
Rafael Luque's research receives widespread discussion after a reanalysis of the original data.
Possible sign of life in deep space faces new doubts
June 1, 2025
UChicago analysis of new and old data suggests the signal is weak and explainable by other molecules.
UChicago scientists invent breakthrough device to detect airborne signs of disease
June 1, 2025
The new device created by Prof. Bozhi Tian's lab to detect molecules in air samples could one day be used to diagnose a wide array of diseases.
Computational tool predicts materials for new energy economy
June 1, 2025
Researchers in PME and Chemistry have developed a new computational tool that predicts which metal-organic frameworks will be most stable for a given need, such as catalyzing reactions to store and extract energy from chemical energy carriers without combustion.
The DSI celebrates its 2025 class of undergraduate data science students
June 1, 2025
The Data Science Institute hosted a reception at the Smart Museum in honor of this year’s graduating class of data science majors.
2025 Research Day highlights growth with global impact
June 1, 2025
The Data Science Institute’s annual event showcased cross-campus collaborations spanning climate science, government, and more.
AI is good at weather forecasting. Can it predict freak weather events?
June 1, 2025
A new study from scientists from the University of Chicago found that neural networks cannot forecast “gray swan” weather events, which might not appear in existing training data but could still happen—like 200-year floods or massive hurricanes.
Can we authenticate human creativity?
June 1, 2025
Ben Zhao discusses the effects of generative AI on the future of art and how to protect the future of creativity.
Hands-on Vision: How a wrist camera can expand the world for all users
June 1, 2025
A wrist-mounted camera and tactile feedback system from the Human-Computer Integration Lab redefines sensory substitution, helping users "see" through their hands for real-world object exploration and accessibility.
UChicago students received ACM Eurosys best paper for Cacheblend, a game-changer in AI speed and precision
June 1, 2025
CacheBlend by Asst. Prof. Junchen Jiang boosts AI speed and accuracy, earning ACM EuroSys 2025 honors. This open-source tool invites global collaboration to transform AI in key sectors.
New studies dismiss signs of life on distant planet
June 1, 2025
Astronomers Rafael Luque and Jacob Bean discuss new research and evidence regarding the chances of life on planets far from Earth.
New device developed by University of Chicago scientists could find medical answers without blood tests
June 1, 2025
Bozhi Tian explains in a CBS video the new medical device "ABLE" and how it can find medical answers through particles in the air.
From golgappas to quinoa: an Indian student’s journey through space, scholarships, & survival
June 1, 2025
Astrophysics PhD student Ritvik Basant discusses his experiences as an international student at UChicago.