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Autonomous AI systems can help tackle global food insecurity

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There is a growing need to address global food insecurity and climate change.

Simon Fraser University has developed a prototype of an AI-powered sensing robot.

The robot uses electrical signals from plants as real-time indicators of plant health and hydration needs.

It integrates advanced AI algorithms to interpret these signals and determine when water should be supplied.

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