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Could just the sound of a voice be enough to diagnose a person? The National Institutes of Health thinks so.
The organization is funding a large-scale research project to collect voice samples and use the data to create AI that helps diagnose people just by the sound of their voice.
While it may seem far-fetched, researchers are discovering that everything from tone to vocal cord vibration could key doctors into diagnosing neurological, respiratory and even mood disorders.
It goes to show how a simple spark of an idea could open up a whole new line of thinking. Will one of today’s job listings spark your interest?
The News
Can technology companies be eco-friendly? Here’s what industry leaders say.
Between a slowing and growing labor market is “labor hoarding,” explains Technically Media CEO Chris Wink in the weekly Culture Builder column.
This App Saves Lives motivates drivers to practice good habits on the road. The Philly startup is launching a crowdfunding campaign to raise money for development.
How can Pennsylvania promote digital equity? In its annual conference, the Technology Learning Collaborative tackled the issue at a federal, state and local level.
The Jobs
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- Living Beyond Breast Cancer is seeking a Digital Events Producer (Contract).
- Experience design and software development firm the Think Company is hiring a:
- Ready to take a listen to Spotify’s new roles? The audio platform is looking for a:
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- Wanna work with Wawa? The team is seeking a Senior Front End Engineer and a Systems Support Technician.
- Financial services company Vanguard is looking for several hires within its internships and corporate training programs, including:
- SaaS platform Pinnacle 21 is searching for a Senior Product Designer and a Software Test Analyst.
- URBN’s rental subscription platform Nuuly is hiring a Senior Software Engineer.
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- Social impact investment fund Ignite Capital is searching for a Director, Portfolio Operations.
- Financial services company T. Rowe Price is looking for a:
- Write with us! Technically Media is hiring a Baltimore Reporter.
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- PNC Financial Services is seeking a:
- Language learning application Duolingo is hiring an AI Research Director.
- Argo is looking for a Software Engineer.
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