EurekAlert! In the Spotlight - Artificial Intelligence

Welcome to In the Spotlight, where each month we shine a light on something exciting, timely, or simply fascinating from the world of science.

This month, we’re focusing on artificial intelligence (AI), a topic that continues to capture attention everywhere. Here, you’ll find the latest research news, insights, and discoveries shaping how AI is being developed and used across the world.

Latest News Releases

Updates every hour. Last Updated: 3-Nov-2026 15:16 ET (3-Nov-2026 20:16 GMT/UTC)

2-Jun-2026

The African Engineering and Technology Network signs tenth university partner

College of Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University
Business Announcement

Carnegie Mellon University Africa announced today that the African Engineering and Technology Network has signed its tenth university partner, Addis Ababa Science and Technology University. The network, launched in 2022, provides a vehicle for technology-focused universities in Africa to engage in deep collaboration to drive digital growth, create technology development, build pathways to opportunities for youth, and shape policy change.

2-Jun-2026

JMIR news: Investigating neurodevelopmental unknowns and privacy risks of AI toys

JMIR Publications
Peer-Reviewed Publication

JMIR Publications today released a News and Perspectives article investigating the potential implications of AI–enabled toys for children's well-being and development.

Journal: Journal of Medical Internet Research

2-Jun-2026

How foundation models will revolutionize robot swarms

Université libre de Bruxelles
Peer-Reviewed Publication

New viewpoint outlines how foundation models could transform the operation of robot swarms

Journal: Science Robotics
Funder: Fonds De La Recherche Scientifique - FNRS, Helmholtz Information & Data Science Academy, European Lighthouse on Secure and Safe AI, German Federal Ministry of Education and Research

2-Jun-2026

FAU Engineering study highlights global impact of Journal of Big Data in first decade

Florida Atlantic University
Peer-Reviewed Publication

Using bibliometric analysis of more than 1,000 articles published between 2014 and 2024, a new study charts the first decade of the Journal of Big Data and its emergence as a leading global data science publication. The journal has surpassed 1,000 papers and nearly 65,000 citations. Researchers identified three core themes – big data infrastructure, machine and deep learning, and applications such as cybersecurity, healthcare analytics, and sentiment analysis – while highlighting the journal’s growing international reach and influence on data science and AI research.

Journal: Journal Of Big Data

2-Jun-2026

University of Illinois System, Hebrew University launch fifth round of joint R&D teams

The Hebrew University of Jerusalem

Joint research and innovation seed grants provide $200,000 to interdisciplinary teams

The University of Illinois System and The Hebrew University of Jerusalem recently awarded a total of $200,000 to four new interdisciplinary research teams that will drive innovations and advance collaboration between the universities. The projects are the fifth round of a joint research and innovation seed grant program that began in 2019.

2-Jun-2026

Media invitation: Fields Medals and cutting-edge math at ICM 2026 in Philadelphia

Simons Foundation
Meeting Announcement

Members of the press are invited to the world’s most prestigious mathematics conference, which will take place at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia from July 23 to July 30, 2026. Held every four years, the International Congress of Mathematicians (ICM) includes the announcement of the field’s top prizes — including the Fields Medals — as well as top talks from leading mathematicians on cutting-edge developments in the field.

2-Jun-2026

AI without hallucinations: Binghamton University researchers develop new way to reduce troublesome fake info

Binghamton University
Peer-Reviewed Publication

As chatbots powered by artificial intelligence become more ingrained in our everyday lives, people are increasingly using them to help diagnose their medical concerns.

Journal: STAR Protocols