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: 18-Nov-2025 02:11 ET (18-Nov-2025 07:11 GMT/UTC)

19-May-2025

Under embargo: Robots learning without us? New study cuts humans from early testing

University of Surrey
Reports and Proceedings

Humans no longer have exclusive control over training social robots to interact effectively, thanks to a new study from the University of Surrey and the University of Hamburg.  

 

The study, which will be presented at this year’s IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA), introduces a new simulation method that lets researchers test their social robots without needing human participants, making research faster and scalable.

18-May-2025

Wearable sensor could be used to monitor OSA treatment response

American Thoracic Society
Meeting Announcement

A wearable pulse oximeter and connected software platform show promise for monitoring obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and other sleep-related breathing diseases, according to research presented at the ATS 2025 International Conference.

Meeting

ATS 2025 International Conference