Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have discovered that single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCN) emit a loud pop and then ignite when exposed to a conventional photographic flash. This phenomenon, known as the photo-acoustic effect, has been observed for decades but not previously associated with carbon nanotubes.
Freedman will develop general-purpose algorithms to track objects with varied properties using conventional cameras and MRIs. His work aims to improve surveillance and MRI technology, solving current problems such as object blocking and multi-property tracking.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute researchers have developed a method to grow carbon nanotubes up, out, and in all three dimensions, providing unprecedented control over their growth. This breakthrough could lead to the creation of Lilliputian devices and complex networks comprised of molecular units.
A $1 million NIH grant will support Wilfredo Colón's study of familial ALS, a hereditary version of the disease. The research focuses on SOD1 enzyme mutants that lead to the disease's progression.
Researchers can now reconstruct missing sound sequences by analyzing typical language patterns. This technology will aid safe communication in noisy environments and help historians recreate lost texts.
Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute used ultrasonic waves to create small cavitation bubbles that could potentially lead to nuclear fusion. The team observed evidence of tritium and sonoluminescence light flashes, which may indicate the fusion of deuterium atoms in the highly compressed bubbles.
The partnership aims to speed up the design process by using advanced simulation and computerized component testing. Companies involved in the project include United Technologies, Visteon, John Deere, and Procter & Gamble.
Yuri Lvov, a Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute faculty member, has been honored with two prestigious awards for his outstanding research in weak turbulence theory and deep internal ocean waves. His work aims to improve weather prediction accuracy and semiconductor laser efficiency.
Keblinski's research on polycrystalline diamonds reveals surprising strength and potential for designing stronger, less brittle materials. His work has implications for ceramics in turbines and other applications.
Levels of nitrogen and sulfuric acid have decreased moderately in some Adirondack lakes, suggesting a decline in acidic levels. Long-term data is needed to confirm the changes and understand the underlying causes.
Reverse computation could help network managers identify trouble spots before congestion occurs, decreasing processing time by a factor of 10 or more. The technique aims to aid in rapid design of future network systems and improve the efficiency of current techniques.
Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have developed a new terahertz imaging technique that allows for faster and more detailed imaging of biological tissue. The technique uses single pulses of terahertz radiation to produce high-resolution images with the potential to automate diagnostic analysis.
Researchers have identified new star structures in the halo of the Milky Way that could alter the standard model of the galaxy. The discovery was made using data from the Sloan Digital Sky Survey, a cataloging project that has imaged millions of stars.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute graduates Dean Nieusma and Elizabeth Press have been awarded prestigious Fulbright student grants. Nieusma will conduct an ethnographic study on technology design practices in Sri Lanka, while Press will work with at-risk students in the Dominican Republic through her 'Video Connections' project.
A team of four researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute has received a $1 million grant to solve various problems using inverse problems, a branch of applied mathematics. They aim to develop algorithms for detecting tumors, locating submerged objects, and identifying cracks in airplanes using low-frequency elastic waves.
Srinivas Akella receives $399,700 to develop software enabling industrial robots to manipulate flexible objects and assemble complex 3-D structures. His techniques could reduce manufacturing costs and time required for new products.
Xie George Xu's 3D virtual man, VIP-Man, simulates radiation's effect on the skin, lens of the eye, optic nerve, and bone marrow with high accuracy. The model will enable accurate treatment planning for diseases requiring radiation therapy, revolutionizing radiation dosimetry in biomedical sciences and engineering.
A comprehensive approach to cancer treatment is needed, considering a patient's total life situation, including stress, environmental toxins, and nutritional deficiencies. Research highlights the importance of evaluating alternative and complementary therapies, which have poorly documented effectiveness but are widely used by patients.
Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have developed a non-invasive technique to study complex cell behavior using electricity. The ECIS 100 technology provides unprecedented sensitivity and detailed results, allowing for real-time analysis of cell activity over time.
Researchers conducted in-depth interviews with 21 women with cancer, revealing their experiences with alternative and complementary therapies. The study highlights the importance of patients having better information about treatment options, including a mix of conventional and holistic approaches.
Researchers found that zebra mussel larvae die in Lake George water within a week due to low calcium levels. However, adult mussels thrive in the same conditions. The discovery provides hope for protecting the lake's ecosystem from invasive species like zebra mussels.
A new NASA-funded research center at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute will investigate the origin of life, starting with stardust and organic molecules formed in interstellar space. The center's interdisciplinary team will explore two hypotheses on the formation of life's building blocks.
Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have created aerogels with a dielectric constant of 1.0, making them ideal insulators for computer chips. The new materials could double computing speeds and be used by industry within five years.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute's Isothermal Dendritic Growth Experiment is the most extensive non-NASA remote operation on the flight, providing high-quality data for dendritic growth studies. The experiment's video system records 30 images a second, offering real-time insights into crystal growth in space.
A new electronic device can detect even small holes in high-pressure gas pipelines, issuing an immediate warning if a pipeline or tank is struck by a hard object. The system relies on listening devices that analyze signal changes from within the vessel to identify leaks.
Developed by Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, adaptive current tomography (ACT) aims to improve breast cancer screening without radiation exposure. The system uses electrical conductivity and permitivity measurements to detect tumors, offering advantages over X-ray mammography.