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AI accurately detects trafficked marine wildlife in X-rays

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Researchers have created AI algorithms that can identify illegally trafficked marine wildlife in X-ray scans. The system demonstrated 95% accuracy in detecting shark fins and seahorses, aiding in efforts to combat illegal wildlife trade at ports and mail facilities. AI

IMPACT Enhances detection capabilities for combating illegal wildlife trade.

RANK_REASON Development of a new AI tool for a specific application. [lever_c_demoted from research: ic=1 ai=0.7]

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AI accurately detects trafficked marine wildlife in X-rays

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  1. Mastodon — fosstodon.org TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    Researchers have developed AI algorithms capable of detecting illegally trafficked marine wildlife including shark fins, seahorses and sea cucumbers in X-ray sc

    Researchers have developed AI algorithms capable of detecting illegally trafficked marine wildlife including shark fins, seahorses and sea cucumbers in X-ray scans at airports and mail facilities. The tool achieved 95% accuracy for shark fins and seahorses. https:// theconversati…

    LINKS theconversation.com/seahorses-and-shark-f…

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