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Yahoo
05-05-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
AI Detects an Unusual Detail Hidden in a Famous Raphael Masterpiece
Artificial intelligence (AI) can be trained to see details in images that escape the human eye, and an AI neural network identified something unusual about a face in a Raphael painting: It wasn't actually painted by Raphael. The face in question belongs to St Joseph, seen in the top left of the painting known as the Madonna della Rosa (or Madonna of the Rose). Scholars have in fact long debated whether or not the painting is a Raphael original. While it requires diverse evidence to conclude an artwork's provenance, a newer method of analysis based on an AI algorithm has sided with those who think at least some of the strokes were at the hand of another artist. Researchers from the UK and US developed a custom analysis algorithm based on the works that we know are the result of the Italian master's brushwork. "Using deep feature analysis, we used pictures of authenticated Raphael paintings to train the computer to recognize his style to a very detailed degree, from the brushstrokes, the color palette, the shading and every aspect of the work," mathematician and computer scientist Hassan Ugail from the University of Bradford in the UK explained in 2023, when the researchers' findings were published. "The computer sees far more deeply than the human eye, to microscopic level. " Machine learning processes typically need to be trained on a vast pool of examples, something which isn't always available when it comes to a sole artist's life work. In this case, the team modified pre-trained architecture developed by Microscoft called ResNet50, coupled with a traditional machine learning technique called a Support Vector Machine. The method has previously been shown to have a 98 percent accuracy level when it comes to identifying Raphael paintings. Usually, it's trained on whole pictures, but here the team also asked it to look at individual faces. While the Madonna, the Child, and St John all show up as being created from the hand of Raphael, that's not the case of St Joseph. The researchers note that in previous debates over the painting's authenticity, St Joseph's face has been thought to be less well done than the others in the frame. "When we tested the della Rosa as a whole, the results were not conclusive," said Ugail. "So, then we tested the individual parts and while the rest of the picture was confirmed as Raphael, Joseph's face came up as most likely not Raphael." Giulio Romano, one of Raphael's pupils, may have been responsible for the fourth face, but that's by no means certain. It's another example of modern technology revealing the secrets of classic paintings – this time with AI. The Madonna della Rosa was painted on canvas in the years 1518 to 1520, experts think. It was in the mid-1800s that art critics started to suspect that Raphael might not have painted all of the artwork. Now those suspicions have almost certainly been proved correct, though the research team behind the study is keen to emphasize that this AI will be helping out art experts in the future, rather than replacing them. "This is not a case of AI taking people's jobs," said Ugail. "The process of authenticating a work of art involves looking at many aspects, from its provenance, pigments, condition of the work and so on. "However, this sort of software can be used as one tool to assist in the process." The research was published in Heritage Science. An earlier version of this article was published in December 2023. Scientists Don't Know Why Consciousness Exists, And a New Study Proves It Men Tend to Fall in Love Faster Than Women, New Study Shows Legendary Female Free-Divers Reveal Evolution in Action on South Korean Island
Yahoo
04-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
AIC to Spotlight High-Density Media Storage and Server Solutions at NAB Show 2025
LAS VEGAS, April 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- AIC Inc., a global provider of high-performance server and storage solutions, is proud to announce its participation at the NAB Show 2025, the premier event for broadcast, media, and entertainment technology. Taking place April 6–9 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, AIC invites attendees to explore its latest storage and compute platforms at Booth #SL3707. With media workflows demanding greater storage density, processing performance, and reliability, AIC is showcasing a diverse lineup of platforms built to support video ingest, editing, rendering, and long-term content archiving. Featured Demo: EB202-CP-UGIn collaboration with UnigenThis compact 2U AI inference server features eight Unigen Biscotti E1.S modules, each powered by dual Hailo-8 accelerators. It delivers over 400 TOPS of performance and processes up to 21,500 FPS in ResNet50, making it an excellent fit for media companies implementing AI to streamline video analytics, metadata tagging, object detection, and automated content workflows. A live demonstration will be available at the booth. Additional Featured Systems at Booth SL3707: J2024-08-04X: High-density 2U JBOD optimized for scalable content archiving and backup in broadcast data centers. CB401-VA: A rugged, short-depth edge server suitable for remote field broadcasting, mobile production, and compact editing racks. ES1-212-E0 / ES1-208-E0: Versatile 2U storage systems supporting mixed drive types, ideal for high-throughput post-production workflows and short-term content staging. SB102-CA / SB201-HK: Performance-driven server platforms designed for on-prem media compute tasks, real-time encoding, and media asset management. SB407-VA: A high-performance server platform for GPU-intensive media processing applications such as rendering and AI-powered post-production tasks. J4078-02-04X: Large-capacity JBOD tailored for mass video storage and scalable tape replacement. HA2026-HC: Hybrid storage server supporting diverse media workloads with optimized bandwidth and compute balance. "The NAB Show provides an excellent opportunity to demonstrate how AIC solutions power the most demanding media and entertainment environments," said Michael Liang, President and CEO of AIC. "From high-density storage for content archiving to compute systems that accelerate AI-enhanced video workflows, we're enabling studios, broadcasters, and creators to do more with their data." Visit AIC at NAB Show 2025Attendees can connect with AIC at Booth #SL3707 to see live demos and speak with solution experts. To schedule a one-on-one consultation, email sales@ About AICAIC Inc. is a global leader in server and storage solutions. With nearly 30 years of expertise in high-density storage servers, storage server barebones, and high-performance computers, we have expanded into AI storage and AI edge appliances, achieving significant market recognition for our branded products. Headquartered in Taiwan, AIC operates offices and facilities across the United States, Asia, and Europe. For more information, please visit or contact us at sales@ Follow AIC on LinkedIn and Facebook for the latest updates and news. AIC Media ContactDevin Moran392688@ +1 (626) 762-0652 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE AIC Sign in to access your portfolio
