Researchers created bionic mushrooms by integrating cyanobacteria with graphene nanoribbons, producing electricity through photosynthesis. The hybrid system can produce eight-fold more electricity than traditional methods, opening opportunities for next-generation bio-hybrid applications in healthcare, defense, and the environment.
Scientists at Stevens Institute of Technology and Columbia University have developed a method to create large numbers of quantum light sources on a chip with unprecedented precision. The new platform enables the creation of single-photon emitters in defined locations, leading to record-high firing rates and improved efficiency.
Researchers at Stevens Institute of Technology have designed a novel molecule that uses a unique mechanism to halt or destroy breast cancer tumors. The molecule, developed by Abhishek Sharma, could potentially add to the arsenal of drugs targeting estrogen receptors in breast cancer therapy.
A recent study by Stevens Institute of Technology found that both men and women favor female politicians, with men rating them significantly higher than male politicians. The survey of 1,400 voting-age Americans revealed that men, particularly Democratic men, assess women politicians more favorably than male politicians.
Stevens Institute of Technology has received $750,000 NSF RAISE-EQuIP grant funding to advance quantum communication research. Physicists Yuping Huang and Stefan Strauf will develop scalable integrated chip technology to create entangled photons for secure information networks.
Computer simulation models how toxic proteins spread through the brain to reproduce patterns of atrophy associated with Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and other neurodegenerative diseases. The model reveals that biochemistry and connectivity play key roles in mediating disease progression.
Researchers found that overconfident CEOs are 33% more likely to be sued by shareholders. A shareholder lawsuit can curb future risk-taking behavior, leading to lower confidence and more prudent actions. This study highlights the importance of shareholder power in regulating CEO behavior.
Research at Stevens Institute of Technology found that smelling coffee-like scent improves analytical task performance, particularly due to the expectation that it will boost alertness. The study suggests that subtle scents can be used to shape employee experience and improve performance in various tasks.
Researchers have found that positive social media commentary from infrequent users significantly influences the rising price of Bitcoin. The study, led by Feng Mai, shows that these silent majority users move prices up to ten times more than active users. This suggests that investors should recognize and discount biased comments.
Researchers developed an imaging technique that reveals tiny brain motions induced by blood pulsation and CSF flow, enabling better visualization of brain motion. This method promises a long-awaited diagnostic tool for obstructive brain disorders, such as Chiari malformation I.
A study by Mehmet Kurt from Stevens Institute of Technology found that concussions occur when deep white matter regions of the brain, particularly the corpus callosum, shake more rapidly and intensely than surrounding areas. This understanding could lead to better helmet designs and real-time diagnostic tools for athletes.
The Stevens team uses holographic lithography to create uniform arrays of metallic nanostructures, enabling the production of high-quality, large-scale plasmonic nanogap arrays. This breakthrough technique reduces costs and infrastructure, paving the way for applications in miniaturized photonic circuits and ultrasensitive sensing.
Researchers at Stevens Institute of Technology are developing innovative anti-corrosion materials with superhydrophobic properties to repel water and prevent corrosion. The grant will support the study of nanoscale wetting dynamics on these surfaces using an environmental scanning electron microscope.
Dr. Eui-Hyeok Yang, a Stevens Institute of Technology professor, has received a Defense University Research Instrumentation Program (DURIP) grant to support nanoscale imaging research. The grant will enable the purchase of state-of-the-art equipment, including a high-resolution scanning probe microscope.
The WaterBotics program engages kids in solving real-world problems using programmable robots for underwater missions. Students learn key science and engineering concepts, as well as 21st-century skills like teamwork and problem-solving.
Dr. Prasad received the ASME Student Section Advisor Award for District A for his dedication to student achievement and education. His contributions have inspired students to become leaders in mechanical engineering, leading to numerous ASME award wins.
Dr. Frank Fisher, Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Stevens Institute of Technology, has been added to the Fulbright Specialist Roster as a candidate for grants to cooperate internationally on academic development.
The team is studying 14 locations along the Passaic River to determine the effect of combined sewer overflows on water quality. They are also analyzing samples for bacteria in dry and wet weather events to understand pollution patterns.
The Stevens Institute of Technology engineering team created a smart wallet prototype that protects credit card user privacy using software-defined radio technology. The system defaults to defensive mode but allows communication with near-field readers with the push of a button.
Chemical engineers at Stevens have developed a microreactor that converts fossil fuels into pure hydrogen for fuel cell batteries, offering a reliable and reusable power source. This innovation has the potential to reduce waste from disposable batteries and provide soldiers with a dependable way to recharge critical devices.
The Stevens Institute of Technology's Center for Science Writings awarded the 2010 book Storms of My Grandchildren by Dr. James Hansen the Green Book Award, recognizing its compelling call to action on global climate change. The award honors books that address environmental issues in a compelling way.
The grant enables scientists to monitor the world's oceans and track changes in coastal or maritime systems, supporting a more sophisticated understanding of global climate change. Dr. Stamnes' algorithms will also aid in exploring issues related to polarization, scattering, and refraction of light in atmosphere-ocean systems.
The Heat Wave system uses heated, humidified air delivered through an oxygen mask to rapidly transfer heat to the blood via convection. Tests show it's more effective than current treatments, decreasing treatment time for hypothermic patients to just four hours.
Researchers at Stevens Institute of Technology have developed a new laser technology that can transmit data through open space, enabling high-speed free space communications. The technology uses frequency modulation to reduce environmental interference and achieve speeds of up to 100 GHz.
Dr. A.K. Ganguly, a renowned pharmaceutical researcher, received the Topliss Award Lecture at the University of Michigan for his lifetime contributions to medicinal chemistry. His lecture discussed lessons learned in drug discovery, highlighting approaches taken at Schering-Plough and ongoing work at Stevens.
Stevens researchers create reliable nano-actuators that can benefit diverse applications, including biomaterials and nano robots. The precise arrangement of nanowires is crucial for practical applications, but current techniques face limitations.
Dr. Zavlanos' proposed research develops formal methods for networks of mobile robots, integrating control in the cyber and physical domains. His approach offers a more realistic look at networked robot systems, addressing environmental interference, power management, and robot dynamics.
Dr. Strauf's research focuses on scalability of semiconductor quantum photonic devices, which could enable novel applications in quantum communication, lithography, and national security. His award will support his work at Stevens and Brookhaven National Lab, as well as graduate student researchers.
Milan Begliarbekov, a doctoral candidate at Stevens Institute of Technology, has found unique applications for graphene. His research uses µ-Raman spectroscopy to differentiate between monolayer and bilayer graphene, and establishes a new signature of Klein tunneling in graphene heterojunctions.
The Glavy Lab team identified the Werner Helicase Interacting Protein 1 (WHIP), a disease-related protein outside its known range, within nuclear pore complexes. WHIP may play an independent role in maintaining genome stability and detecting genetic damage, offering new avenues for understanding gene repair and expression.
The collaboration aims to increase readiness against underwater threats by developing an integrated system for harbors. Initial experimental results presented at the Waterside Security 2010 Conference demonstrate the potential of passive acoustic detection technology.
Dr. Hongbin Li receives a three-year AFRL contract to study distributed radar systems and improve object detection, developing networked radar capabilities with high spatial resolution and accuracy. The goal is to combine software and hardware for efficient data communication and achieve better bandwidth from multiple radar sensors.
Stevens Institute of Technology has received an NSF grant to acquire a Nanoimprint Lithography System, enhancing its research and educational capabilities in nanotechnology. The new equipment will support high-throughput nanoscale patterning and hands-on experience for students in the Nanotechnology Graduate Program.
The NSF grant will enhance existing cybersecurity curricula and expand the laboratory for hands-on instruction. The initiative aims to address a growing need for 10,000-30,000 cybersecurity professionals in the US.
The NSF grant funds the acquisition of a Nanonex 1000 Nanoimprint Lithography System, which will strengthen high-throughput nanoscale patterning research at Stevens. The system will provide hands-on experience to students in the Nanotechnology Graduate Program and undergraduates alike.
Stevens Institute of Technology collaborated with Malaysia's national university, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), on a workshop aimed at commercializing technology and fostering entrepreneurship. The partnership enabled participants to develop business plans, conduct market research, and receive mentorship from Stevens experts.
Researchers at Stevens Institute of Technology have developed a new method to generate three-dimensional tissue models for studying bacterial infection of orthopedic implants. The microfluidic devices mimic the human body's conditions, allowing for realistic bone tissue growth and analysis of antibiotic delivery.
Dr. Susanne Wetzel's NSF-funded research aims to develop protocols for secure, private, and fair collaboration without trusted third-party intervention. The project seeks to resolve the issue of policy reconciliation, allowing parties to collaborate while preserving their privacy.
The project aims to design a fundamentally secure internet architecture by exploring radical departures from the modern internet. The team will develop new technologies, including receiver-invoked third-party functionalities, on-demand bandwidth, and secure global private networks.
Researchers will analyze and control coupled semiconductor laser systems using a rigorous mathematical approach to study collective behaviors in a highly-controlled environment. The team aims to contribute to understanding of collective behavior benefiting scientists across disciplines.
Researchers funded by the NSF have developed a system to detect environmental changes caused by moving objects, enabling passive intrusion detection and emergency alerts. The system, called MILAN, utilizes latent wireless signals to monitor situations in security, emergency, and military environments.
Researchers at Stevens Institute of Technology have developed a novel biomimetic approach using nanofibers to reconstruct intricate bone tissue, focusing on engineering cortical bone. The team aims to create robust platforms for complex tissue structures, with potential applications in reconstructive and transplant surgery.
A research project aims to use crowdsourcing to generate and combine ideas to solve broad social problems, such as energy needs. The study will test the effectiveness of crowds in innovation through various experiments.
Researchers at Stevens Institute of Technology are developing novel methods to prevent bacterial infections in orthopedic implants, such as inkjet printing of drug-eluting micropatterns. This technology aims to overcome the challenge of biofilm formation and promote rapid bone healing.
Dr. Yong Shi's innovative nano-generators convert mechanical energy into electrical energy, powering wireless devices and implantable biosensors. This technology has vast potential for various industries and research fields.
The National Science Foundation (NSF) is funding a semester-long program on geometric, combinational, and computational group theory at the Centre de Recherches Mathmatiques in Montreal. Researchers will work together to discuss perspectives for advancing the field and disseminate knowledge among an international community of experts.
Dr. X. Frank Xu has been awarded the 2010 K.J. Bathe Award for his groundbreaking work on multiscale methods for uncertainty quantification of heterogeneous materials. His research aims to improve the assessment and optimization of advanced materials like functionally graded materials.
Professor Dentcheva's $350,000 grant will focus on multistage stochastic optimization problems and Markov decision processes. The project aims to develop modeling and algorithmic tools for formalizing and solving long-term planning problems with risk as a key issue.
The ACCeSS research center received a five-year, $4.5 million grant from the US Office of Naval Research as part of its National Naval Responsibility – Naval Engineering (NNR-NE) program. The center brings together engineering disciplines to develop innovative design concepts and ship design tools in response to future Navy objectives.
Dr. Chang-Hwan Choi has been recognized with the Young Investigator Program award for his work on efficient anti-corrosion surfaces. His research focuses on nano-engineering of superhydrophobic surfaces to enhance durability and functionality in light metal applications, addressing significant corrosion protection needs for the U.S. Navy.