Articles tagged with Computer Memory
A new algorithm developed by ETH Zurich researchers enables smartphones to understand hand gestures, allowing users to control their devices with ease. The program recognizes six different gestures and executes corresponding commands, such as switching between browser tabs or scrolling pages.
Researchers at the University of Michigan have discovered that metal particles in memristors can migrate and form bridges between electrodes, allowing for more efficient chip design and potential advancements in memristor technology. The findings, published in Nature Communications, have broad implications for the semiconductor industry.
A research team in Japan has developed a spintronics-based technology that could replace volatile memory, enabling extremely energy-efficient devices powered by hand-crank or solar panels. The technology uses non-volatile function of advanced spin-transfer torque magnetoresistive random access memory (STT-MRAM) to create 'normally off'...
Researchers at MIT have developed a software system, Jigsaw, that optimizes cache management for multicore chips, improving performance by an average of 18% and reducing energy consumption by up to 72%. The system adapts to changing computational patterns, allowing it to dynamically allocate cache space and minimize energy usage.
A study by UCLA researchers found that older adults who used the Dakim BrainFitness program demonstrated significant improvements in both immediate and delayed memory skills, as well as language abilities. The findings suggest that computerized brain training can be an effective way to improve cognitive skills in this age group.
Researchers create SSDAlloc, allowing companies to substitute solid state memory for RAM, reducing energy consumption by up to 90% and costs. The new technology enables faster retrieval speeds of flash memory, bypassing traditional storage system bottlenecks.
Researchers at Johns Hopkins University have developed a new phase-change memory alloy that can store more data, last longer and work faster than current materials. The breakthrough could lead to the development of more efficient computer systems, movie discs and other data storage media.
A Mayo Clinic study of 926 people aged 70-93 found that combining mentally stimulating activities like computer use with moderate exercise decreases the risk of memory loss. The study suggests a synergistic interaction between computer activities and exercise in protecting brain function, particularly for those over 70.
Researchers have developed transparent, flexible memory chips with high radiation resistance and stability. These '3-D' chips can pack extra gigabytes of data while taking up less space, making them suitable for next-generation flash-competitive memory.
Researchers at NIST discovered a new switching mechanism for layered switching devices, which retain information even when power is turned off. The discovery could enable computers that boot up in seconds and use far less energy.
A team of Pitt researchers has successfully developed a new memory technology that combines fast retrieval with large storage space, drastically reducing power consumption. The innovation leads to an eight-fold reduction in power cost, making it possible for data centers to store massive amounts of data while minimizing energy usage.
Researchers at Purdue University have developed a new type of computer memory called FeTRAM, which combines silicon nanowires with a ferroelectric polymer. This technology has the potential to use 99% less energy than flash memory and may be faster than SRAM.
Researchers have developed a magnetic logic circuit and memory that theoretically approach the Landauer limit, dissipating only 18 millielectron volts of energy per operation. This represents a huge reduction in energy consumption for electronics, potentially revolutionizing computing.
A new study by NIST and George Mason University researchers may have found the optimal characteristics for a type of computer memory based on nanowires. The technology has the potential to store information faster and at lower voltage, making it suitable for applications such as portable computers and cell phones.
New non-volatile main memory technology poses security risks, but NC State researchers have developed a solution using i-NVMM with incremental encryption. The system protects 78% of main memory during typical operation, slowing performance by only 3.7%. This makes i-NVMM more secure than conventional DRAM.
Lubchenko investigates phase-change materials for ultra-fast computer memory and protein aggregation, potentially treating diseases like Alzheimer's. His work earns him prestigious Alfred P. Sloan Research Fellowship.
Cornell researchers have discovered a new method for measuring current-induced torques in nonvolatile magnetic memory devices, which can write information without using magnetic fields. This breakthrough aims to improve the efficiency of these devices by reducing the need for large currents and thick wires.
Neuroscientists at Johns Hopkins University discovered that cells in area V4 of the primate brain select out only the most vital information for understanding the visual world. The brain compresses visual information by responding mostly to flat edges and shallow curvatures, rather than rare high-curvature regions.
Researchers at North Carolina State University have developed a new device that can perform both volatile and nonvolatile memory operations. This technology could allow computers to start more quickly and reduce power consumption in server farms.
Researchers at UCLA are developing spin-transfer torque magnetoresistive random access memory (STT-RAM) with great potential over current memory technologies. The technology has achieved densities comparable to dynamic random access memory and speeds comparable to static random access memory.
Researchers have developed racetrack memory, which uses magnetic tape and spin-polarized currents to store data at speeds of several hundred meters per second. This technology could enable computers to boot up instantly and access information 100,000 times more rapidly than traditional hard disks.
Scientists at Hebrew University have developed a new technology using poplar tree protein to increase computer memory capacity and reduce manufacturing costs. The approach involves combining protein molecules with silica nanoparticles, resulting in a cost-effective system that can greatly expand existing memory capacity.
Physicists at the University of Leeds and IBM Research have made advances in racetrack memory, a new kind of computer memory that could replace hard disks. The technology is estimated to be 100 times cheaper per bit than flash memory and promises faster speeds.
Researchers at UMass Amherst and Berkeley developed a new method for producing defect-free, thin polymer films using layered block copolymers. The technique achieved densities over 15 times higher than previous efforts, enabling up to 10 terabits per square inch of storage space.
A large-scale study found that computerized brain exercises can significantly improve memory and lead to faster thinking in older adults. Participants who used the Brain Fitness Program for 40 hours over eight weeks showed a 131% improvement in response time and scored as well as those ten years younger on memory and attention tests.
Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania have created a new form of computer memory using nanowires that can store data for 100,000 years and retrieve it up to 1,000 times faster than current technology. The device uses less power and space than existing memory technologies.
Researchers at Purdue University have precisely determined the energies needed to twist a molecule called tryptamine, which is closely related to serotonin and melatonin. This breakthrough could provide new insights into protein folding and lead to new approaches to develop computer memory devices.
Researchers created miniaturized fluid drive devices that control flow and fluidic memory using polymer liquids. These findings could lead to implantable devices monitoring human physiology and delivering drugs accordingly.
Researchers at the University of Houston have developed a new resistive memory technology that can store information even when power is turned off, potentially replacing current RAM and hard drive technologies. This technology could enable faster processing and high-speed data transfer for multimedia and broadband applications.
Researchers at Purdue University have developed a novel low-power circuit that can dynamically adjust memory usage to minimize energy consumption. The new design reduces the amount of energy needed to run a computer's memory by up to 62% while maintaining performance levels.
VRAM memory has the potential to replace mechanically driven storage media, reducing transistors needed for lower cost and retaining information without constant refreshing. The technology is well-suited for space, avionics, and shipboard applications due to its high-density, non-volatility, radiation-hardness, and low-power attributes.
A Yale research team has developed a molecular memory that can store information, outlasting conventional silicon memory by approximately one million times. The discovery uses self-assembly method to fabricate the molecular memory, which could lead to significant reductions in cost and improvements in electronics.
Utah researchers have developed a new class of magnetic-field sensors that will allow the future manufacturing of low-cost, high-volume, high-density memory devices. The MAGRAM memory cell uses magnetic fields to store data, offering nonvolatile storage without continuous power requirements.
A University of Florida study found that women are more competent than men in finding personal items and remembering lists, despite men's greater confidence in their memory abilities. The research suggests that societal expectations and childhood play activities contribute to these differences.