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New Bayesian method enables rapid detection of quantum dot charge states

Advanced Institute for Materials Research (AIMR), Tohoku University
Peer-Reviewed Publication

A research team at Tohoku University’s Advanced Institute for Materials Research (WPI-AIMR) has developed a new technique to rapidly and accurately determine the charge state of electrons confined in semiconductor quantum dots—fundamental components of quantum computing systems. The method is based on Bayesian inference, a statistical framework that estimates the most likely state of a system using observed data.

Journal: Physical Review Applied

Gamified sleep-tracking app improves sleep and reduces body mass index in some users

International Institute for Integrative Sleep Medicine, University of Tsukuba
Peer-Reviewed Publication

A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Tsukuba revealed that the use of a gamified sleep-tracking mobile application led to improvements in sleep parameters and a reduction in body mass index (BMI) among some users. The study analyzed data from 2,063 individuals who used both the sleep-tracking game app Pokémon Sleep (Pokémon, Inc.) and the diet and weight management application ASKEN (Asken, Inc.) over 90 days.

Journal: Sleep Health

How can we optimize solid-state batteries? Try asking AI

Advanced Institute for Materials Research (AIMR), Tohoku University
Peer-Reviewed Publication

Researchers at Tohoku University have developed a data-driven AI framework that gives scientists a head start by suggesting ideal candidate materials.

Journal: Angewandte Chemie International Edition

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