Artificial Intelligence

The rapid expansion of hyperscale data centers is far outstripping efforts to regulate them in Missouri and other states

The legislature also failed to pass bills that would restrict transgender rights, regulate artificial intelligence and the opioid-like drug 7-OH and eliminate vehicle safety inspections.

Missouri lawmakers are debating new internet laws aimed at keeping minors safe online, but critics warn the rules could threaten privacy and free speech.

A lecture on campus included discussions about AI developments and functions in health care, as well as uses in student learning.

A Senate committee heard testimony Wednesday on legislation that would require watermarks on AI-generated content and target chatbots that provide mental health advice.

Dr. Matthew Tilton and Amy Baumgartner with Northeast Missouri Health Council in Kirksville spoke about how they use AI in their clinic — having it listen to patient-provider conversations, so doctors can focus less on their note taking and more on their connection with patients.

Artificial intelligence could help scientists and state conservationists count waterfowl more quickly and accurately, according to a new study.

University of Missouri scientists are revolutionizing how waterfowl are counted by using drones and artificial intelligence to identify and tally birds with over 95% accuracy. The technology, developed in partnership with the Missouri Department of Conservation, promises faster, cheaper, and more precise wildlife surveys without disturbing the animals.

Dr. Philip Payne is the chief health AI officer at the Center for Health AI, a collaboration between WashU Medicine and BJC Health System in St. Louis. He spoke about the code of conduct that providers should consider when employing AI in healthcare processes and decisions.

Nurses Drew Herbert and Matt Farmer are University of Missouri researchers trying to find out if generative AI, along with professional therapy, can help pregnant people with opioid use disorder who are ready to seek care.