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What’s hot in science? Research news for the day of Feb. 07, 2022

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Mon, 07 Feb 2022
When should someone trust an AI assistant’s predictions?

Researchers help workers collaborate with artificial intelligence systems

In a busy hospital, a radiologist uses an artificial intelligence system to help her diagnose medical conditions based on patients’ X-ray images. Using the AI system can help her make faster diagnoses, but how does she know when to trust the AI’s …

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Mon, 07 Feb 2022
Facemasks halve the distance airborne pathogens travel

Findings could inform recommended social distancing measures

Viral airborne pathogens like COVID-19 are easily transmitted through respiratory emissions. Containing the spread of these infections is critical to pandemic response and management and helps safeguard healthcare infrastructure and reduce economic fallout. A new study indicates that when worn  …

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