University of Michigan AI Breakthrough Gives Blind People ‘Sight’ in Real-Time

Researchers at the University of Michigan have developed WorldScribe, an innovative AI-driven tool that provides live audio descriptions of surroundings for individuals who are blind or have low vision. It generates real-time visual interpretations using advanced AI models, enhancing accessibility by adapting to user focus and environmental conditions.

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Pain-Free or Addicted? U-M’s $3.6M Mission to Fix Opioid Prescribing

The University of Michigan has received a $3.6 million NIH grant to study post-surgery pain relief in opioid-dependent patients. Led by Mark Bicket, the five-year initiative aims to develop guidelines that reduce opioid misuse while managing pain effectively. The research addresses challenges faced by the 2.5 million Americans with opioid use disorder.

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