Artificial Intelligence

Ippolito discusses AI in education with Spectrum

Following the second annual Maine AI conference hosted by the University of Maine, Spectrum News interviewed conference panelist Jon Ippolito, professor of new media at UMaine. “We also work with students and faculty to say ‘Hey, what’s an appropriate use of the tool, and what’s inappropriate?’ And is it possible to outsource to the AI […]

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Media highlight Maine AI Conference

WFVX (FOX 22/ABC 7 in Bangor) and a Portland Press Herald op-ed highlighted the second annual Maine AI Conference hosted at the University of Maine Collins Center for the Arts on Friday, June 13.

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News center features study comparing work by AI and clinicians

News Center Maine featured a University of Maine study which compared how well artificial intelligence models and human clinicians handled complex or sensitive medical cases. “AI really does need to be complimentary to the human clinicians,” said C. Matt Graham, author of the study and associate professor of information systems and security management at the […]

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Brains vs. bytes: Study compares diagnoses made by AI and clinicians

A University of Maine study compared how well artificial intelligence models and human clinicians handled complex or sensitive medical cases.  The study published in the Journal of Health Organization and Management in May evaluated more than 7,000 anonymized medical queries from the United States and Australia. The findings outlined where the technology showed promise and […]

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WGME interviews Mills on using AI in the classroom

WGME (FOX 23 in Portland) interviewed Tammy Mills, senior lecturer of education in the University of Maine College of Education and Human Development, on using AI in the classroom. “This is going to be the way going forward in the world in some way, shape or form,” Mills said. “So, to not allow AI in […]

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UMaine’s impact across the state highlighted in week-long celebration

Maine Impact Week, an annual celebration of the University of Maine’s community and contributions to the scientific, creative and economic advancement of the state, officially kicks off on April 7. More than 25 events will highlight the impact of research and creativity produced by Maine’s only R1 research university, a distinction held by 187 top-tier […]

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AI isn’t a shortcut: How Mainers can unlock its potential

Artificial intelligence is poised to transform how people live and work. Nearly one-quarter of Maine’s workers face significant AI-related job changes, according to a 2024 report published by the U.S. Office of Economic Policy.  To stay competitive, researchers from the University of Maine offer leaders in business, policy and education various resources to learn to […]

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Harpswell Anchor interviews Dimmel on AI in K-12 classrooms

The Harpswell Anchor interviewed Justin Dimmel, associate dean for academics and student engagement and associate professor of mathematics education and instructional technology, on the benefits AI can bring to the classroom if used correctly. Dimmel co-authored a 2023 study with colleague Izge Bayyurt that explores how AI language models such as ChatGPT can assist with […]

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WFVX highlights UMaine attention toward best AI practices in schools

WFVX (FOX 22/ABC 7 in Bangor) highlighted the attention experts at the University of Maine are putting toward conversations around best practices for artificial intelligence in schools. Sarah Howorth, UMaine associate professor of special education, is exploring how teachers can positively use AI in their classrooms and reminds people that teachers have always used technology […]

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