Cornell University researchers have introduced a new method to create lifelike 3D environments from everyday photos. The framework, called WildCAT3D, uses novel view synthesis, a technique that generates new views of a scene from a single photo. WildCAT3D is designed to work with large collections of publicly available images, including tourist photos and images taken in various weather, lighting, and seasonal conditions.

The research team, which includes Cornell Tech assistant professor Hadar Averbuch-Elor, presented their work on December 4 at the Conference and Workshop on Neural Information Processing. Their approach addresses a key challenge in 3D image-generation technology: existing systems usually learn from small, carefully chosen datasets that do not represent the wide variety of images available on the internet. By training computers on more diverse collections, the new framework opens up potential uses in gaming, virtual tourism, historical preservation, and immersive mapping.

Source: Cornell University

Source Type: College

Source Location: Ithaca

Ithaca, NY

https://www.facebook.com/709174307912162/posts/1258507516312169

Ithaca Urges Winter Park Precautions

Ithaca urges safe park visits during winter weather.

Cornell Report: Atkinson Hall Praised for Picturesque Charm

Cornell report praises picturesque Atkinson Hall at its Sustainability center.

Ithaca Suspends Odd-Even Parking Rule Temporarily

Ithaca suspends odd-even parking; drivers may park without restrictions.

Doug Derraugh Powers Cornell Women's Hockey Triumphs

Doug Derraugh spent 20 years successfully coaching Cornell women's ice hockey.

Study Urges Proper Temperature for Safe Formula

Researchers suggest heating water in baby formula to destroy harmful Cronobacter bacteria.

Cornell's Guilday Named U.S. Olympic Hockey Representative

Rory Guilday makes historic U.S. Olympic hockey debut as Cornell's first member.

Cornell’s Iconic McGraw Tower in Winter Backdrop

Winter at Cornell: McGraw Tower stands as a symbol of campus tradition.

Cornell Sends 2026 Greetings Featuring "Touchdown"

Cornell University wished a happy 2026 featuring a "Touchdown" reference.

Ithaca Vineyard Shuts Early for Holiday Break

Six Mile Creek Vineyard closes Dec 31, 3 p.m. and reopens Jan 9, 2026.

Enjoy Process, Succeed with New Year Resolutions

Study shows enjoying the process boosts New Year's resolution success.