Backpropagation Algorithm On Neuromorphic Spiking HW (U. Of Zurich, ETH Zurich, LANL)


A new technical paper titled "The backpropagation algorithm implemented on spiking neuromorphic hardware" was published by University of Zurich, ETH Zurich, Los Alamos National Laboratory, Royal Institution, London, et al. "This study presents a neuromorphic, spiking backpropagation algorithm based on synfire-gated dynamical information coordination and processing implemented on Intel’s Lo... » read more

Analog Planar Memristor Device: Developing, Designing, and Manufacturing


A new technical paper titled "Analog monolayer SWCNTs-based memristive 2D structure for energy-efficient deep learning in spiking neural networks" was published by researchers at Delft University of Technology and Khalifa University. Abstract: "Advances in materials science and memory devices work in tandem for the evolution of Artificial Intelligence systems. Energy-efficient computation... » read more

A Survey Of Recent Advances In Spiking Neural Networks From Algorithms To HW Acceleration


A technical paper titled “Recent Advances in Scalable Energy-Efficient and Trustworthy Spiking Neural networks: from Algorithms to Technology” was published by researchers at Intel Labs, University of California Santa Cruz, University of Wisconsin-Madison, and University of Southern California. Abstract: "Neuromorphic computing and, in particular, spiking neural networks (SNNs) have becom... » read more

Neuromorphic Computing: Graphene-Based Memristors For Future AI Hardware From Fabrication To SNNs


A technical paper titled “A Review of Graphene-Based Memristive Neuromorphic Devices and Circuits” was published by researchers at James Cook University (Australia) and York University (Canada). Abstract: "As data processing volume increases, the limitations of traditional computers and the need for more efficient computing methods become evident. Neuromorphic computing mimics the brain's... » read more

Spiking Neural Networks: Hardware & Algorithm Developments


A new technical paper titled "Exploring Neuromorphic Computing Based on Spiking Neural Networks: Algorithms to Hardware" was published by researchers at Purdue University, Pennsylvania State University, and Yale University. Excerpt from Abstract: "In this article, we outline several strides that neuromorphic computing based on spiking neural networks (SNNs) has taken over the recent past, a... » read more

MEMprop: Gradient-based Learning To Train Fully Memristive SNNs


New technical paper titled "Gradient-based Neuromorphic Learning on Dynamical RRAM Arrays" from IEEE researchers. Abstract "We present MEMprop, the adoption of gradient-based learning to train fully memristive spiking neural networks (MSNNs). Our approach harnesses intrinsic device dynamics to trigger naturally arising voltage spikes. These spikes emitted by memristive dynamics are anal... » read more

Novel Spintronic Neuro-mimetic Device Emulating the LIF Neuron Dynamics w/High Energy Efficiency & Compact Footprints


New technical paper titled "Noise resilient leaky integrate-and-fire neurons based on multi-domain spintronic devices" from researchers at Purdue University. Abstract "The capability of emulating neural functionalities efficiently in hardware is crucial for building neuromorphic computing systems. While various types of neuro-mimetic devices have been investigated, it remains challenging to... » read more

Neuromorphic Chips & Power Demands


Research paper titled "A Long Short-Term Memory for AI Applications in Spike-based Neuromorphic Hardware," from researchers at Graz University of Technology and Intel Labs. Abstract "Spike-based neuromorphic hardware holds the promise to provide more energy efficient implementations of Deep Neural Networks (DNNs) than standard hardware such as GPUs. But this requires to understand how D... » read more

Memristive synaptic device based on a natural organic material—honey for spiking neural network in biodegradable neuromorphic systems


New academic paper from Washington State University, supported by a grant from the National Science Foundation. Abstract: "Spiking neural network (SNN) in future neuromorphic architectures requires hardware devices to be not only capable of emulating fundamental functionalities of biological synapse such as spike-timing dependent plasticity (STDP) and spike-rate dependent plasticity (SRDP),... » read more

Always-On Sub-Microwatt Spiking Neural Network Based on Spike-Driven Clock- and Power-Gating for an Ultra-Low-Power Intelligent Device


Abstract: "This paper presents a novel spiking neural network (SNN) classifier architecture for enabling always-on artificial intelligent (AI) functions, such as keyword spotting (KWS) and visual wake-up, in ultra-low-power internet-of-things (IoT) devices. Such always-on hardware tends to dominate the power efficiency of an IoT device and therefore it is paramount to minimize its power diss... » read more

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