“The Champaign Insider” arrived predictably in my inbox on the first, as it does monthly. I actually do read it to stay informed, and I especially enjoy seeing names and photos of new hires, many ...

LEAP is a general purpose Evolutionary Computation package that combines readable and easy-to-use syntax for search and optimization algorithms with powerful distribution and visualization features.

If it feels like social platforms suddenly “get” you more than they used to, you’re not imagining it! In 2026, feeds aren’t only reacting to what you click anymore. They’re predicting what you ...

GayageumSynth is a JUCE-based audio plugin that implements a physical model of the gayageum using digital waveguide synthesis techniques. The synthesis engine is based on research by Cho et al. (2007) ...

The original version of this story appeared in Quanta Magazine. If you want to solve a tricky problem, it often helps to get organized. You might, for example, break the problem into pieces and tackle ...

People assume that since I often travel by train, I’m probably afraid of flying. Wrong! There are many reasons to choose Amtrak to get from here to there. As my parents aged, frequent, unexpected, ...

A dealership's rating is based on all of their reviews, with more weight given to recent reviews. Want to share your experience with this dealership? Yesterday was my third time returning to Karplus, ...

We present a new optimization-based method for aggregating preferences in settings in which each voter expresses preferences over pairs of alternatives. Our approach to identifying a consensus partial ...

The video game industry has evolved leaps and bounds over the last half century, from simple arcade-like gameplay to highly immersive, intelligent, and interactive gaming. With advancements in ...