The essence of learning is to pinpoint which components in the information-processing pipeline are responsible for an error in output. In artificial intelligence, this is achieved by backpropagation: adjusting a model’s parameters to reduce the error in the output.
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Western Cascades Landscapes in Oregon Historically Burned more often than previously thought
Forests on the west slope of Oregon’s Cascade Range experienced fire much more often between 1500 and 1895 than had been previously thought, according to new research by scientists at Oregon State University.
Better Microelectronics from Coal
Coal is an abundant resource in the United States that has, unfortunately, contributed to climate change through its use as a fossil fuel.
Researchers Improve Seed Nitrogen Content by Reducing Plant Chlorophyll Levels
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Understanding Climate Mobilities: New Study Examines Perspectives from South Florida Practitioners
A study led by researchers at the University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science, assessed the perspectives of 76 diverse South Florida climate adaptation professionals.
BioE Team harness Microbial Consortia to Tackle Plastic Pollution
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