Articles tagged with Software
A new computational method has been developed to analyze RNA motifs, revealing new structural patterns that can help understand the role of RNA in cellular function. This breakthrough may lead to new treatments for certain diseases, according to researchers at the University of Central Florida.
A study by Universidad Carlos III de Madrid's Computer Science Department investigates emotions' importance in software engineering, focusing on requirements engineering. The researchers applied a social psychology tool, the affect grid, to discover that emotions impact requirements development and user experience.
Aurora Clark adapts Google's PageRank algorithm to create moleculaRnetworks, enabling researchers to determine molecular shapes and chemical reactions without the need for lab experiments. This technology focuses on hydrogen bonds in water and has applications in drug design, disease research, and environmental analysis.
A mobile device called iHeal combines sensors to detect physiological changes and software applications to intervene in real-time. The device aims to prevent drug use by identifying trigger points for risky health behaviors.
Researchers have created a biological computer that uses biomolecules to decipher images encrypted on DNA chips, showcasing the potential for a new type of computing system. The device, based on Alan Turing's design, can process vast amounts of information in parallel, making it faster than traditional electronic computers.
The ALMA project aims to simplify software development for embedded multi-core processors, reducing development time and costs. The new tool chain uses open-source Scilab software and focuses on close co-design of software and hardware.
The Urban Blast Tool uses pre-calculated pressure loads to predict damage patterns in surrounding areas, enabling first responders to prioritize their activities. The tool can calculate the initial blast loads in fine detail and store those results for later use.
The Department of Homeland Security's Science and Technology Directorate has published a series of guides to help buildings withstand extreme hazards, such as earthquakes, hurricanes, and terrorism. These resources provide architects, engineers, and building owners with the tools needed to design critical infrastructure that can absorb...
The University of Hawaii will develop a virtual reality software application to help jobseekers with disabilities navigate the world of job hunting and adapt to the workplace. The project aims to improve employment opportunities for people with disabilities, including veterans with traumatic brain injury.
Computer scientists at the University of Texas at Austin have created a detailed analysis of application power, performance, and energy on various hardware. The results show that different software types have varying levels of power usage, making optimization for energy efficiency crucial. This study has significant implications for co...
The Mission-Focused Autonomy (MFA) program utilizes collaborative tools to share information from government databases, supporting law enforcement efforts on foreign nationals intent on harming national security. MFA speeds up decision-making by providing timely and accurate information, enabling more effective allocation of assets.
Researchers at NIST developed a new software to quantify the friction of graphene, finding that the material becomes more slippery when stacked. The study provides new quantitative data and sheds light on the differences in graphene's friction compared to three-dimensional graphite-like materials.
A multidisciplinary team at Carnegie Mellon University will develop software to enable doctors to diagnose diseases using a patient's DNA sequence. The project aims to create a tool that can analyze the vast amount of information in the human genome and identify disease susceptibility and treatment responsiveness.
Dr. Chen's TURBO simulation software is being refined using Ohio Supercomputer Center resources to improve turbomachinery component design. The goal is to develop a reliable prediction technology to enhance engine performance and reduce costs.
Researchers have developed a tool called Maximal Information Coefficient (MIC) that can uncover patterns in large data sets. MIC can tease out recurring events or sets of data hidden in health information, the changing bacterial landscape of the gut, and statistics from competitive sports.
A new virtual childbirth simulator using MRI-based computer software has been developed to improve the safety of high-risk deliveries. The software simulates the properties of potential deliveries and scores each mother's likelihood of a normal birth.
Researchers have created a computer model that can study interactions between molecules, such as those between a drug and its target. The software, developed by Georgia Tech Professor David Sherrill's team, allows for faster analysis of larger molecules than any other program in existence.
Four University of Toronto researchers received funding to develop new technologies in genomics research, including a software platform and automated pronuclear injection system. The projects aim to improve disease diagnosis and treatment options by analyzing DNA mutations and gene function.
A new aerial robot system developed by University of Cincinnati researchers can provide real-time information about wildfire locations and movements, helping firefighters make informed decisions. The system, known as SIERRA, has been tested in West Virginia with a small fire and showed promising results.
A new iPhone application called GlassesOff uses brain training to delay the need for reading glasses by translating blurry images into clear ones. Users can read two lines lower on an eye-test chart after just 40 uses of the app, according to trials with average age users.
Researchers at Tel Aviv University have developed software using facial recognition technology to identify and join digitized fragments of the Cairo Genizah collection. This has led to the discovery of pages from a work by Saadia Gaon, a prominent rabbi and philosopher from the 10th century.
Researchers are utilizing Office of Naval Research's FARSIGHT to identify and classify cancer-related cells. The technology, originally developed for mine hunting, improves accuracy and consistency in cell identification, potentially saving lives in the future.
The EU-funded ADVANCE project will deliver methods and tools for formal modelling, verification, and validation to produce precise models for embedded systems. This will help eliminate design errors before projects go into manufacturing, reducing costs and improving system quality.
The Standard Unified Modeling, Mapping and Integration Toolkit (SUMMIT) enables emergency responders to view and modify accurate models of building damage and other disaster effects in real-time. This enhances the cycle of activities that emergency response teams undertake, improving preparedness and response effectiveness.
The Joint Interagency Task Force South is installing a new software technology developed by the Office of Naval Research (ONR) to eliminate illegal drug trafficking. The Command and Control Rapid Prototype Continuum (C2RPC) system provides continuous rapid delivery of warfighter capability to support time-sensitive decision making.
A new software program, called a DNA compiler, designs synthetic DNA sequences to control protein production in simple organisms. The technology allows biotechnology companies to quickly identify the best DNA sequence for a particular application, increasing efficiency and productivity.
Researchers from the University of Bologna have designed an automatic accident detection system that could reduce motorway pile-ups by up to 40 percent. The system uses peer-to-peer communication among cars to quickly share information and prevent accidents.
LiquidText facilitates innovative active reading by enabling users to interact with documents using finger motions, featuring flexible control and novel gestures. The software provides a fluid-like representation of text, allowing readers to restructure and rearrange content as needed.
Researchers at Ohio State University have developed a smartphone app called eShadow that uses nearby wireless networks to alert users of a friend's presence. The software enables meaningful face-to-face conversations and builds bridges between strangers who share similar interests, providing a complement to online social networks.
The Collage Authoring Environment won first prize for its scalable architecture designed to support authors, reviewers, and end users as well as publishers. SHARE: A Web Portal for Creating and Sharing Executable Research Papers took second place, while A Universal Identifier for Computational Results received third prize.
A Clemson University research team, led by Juan Gilbert, has been awarded a $4.5 million grant to create an accessible voting technology system. The Prime III software allows voters to cast ballots by touch or voice, and includes advances in four areas: accessibility, simplicity, verification, and administration.
Researchers at USC are creating a high-tech navigation system to help the visually impaired, including a guide vest that provides tactile messages to alert users about objects in their path. The system uses cameras and SLAM software to build maps of the environment, enabling users to avoid falls and injuries.
A new software tool from NIST assesses the climate suitability of natural ventilation in office buildings, considering adaptive thermal comfort standards and humidity levels. The Climate Suitability Tool provides estimates of ventilation rates and effective cooling hours, aiding architects in designing more efficient ventilation systems.
A study conducted at the University of Arizona found that only 28% of pharmacies' clinical decision support software correctly identified clinically significant drug-drug interactions. Pharmacists should be familiar with how their computer system identifies drug interactions to reduce medication errors.
The PhenologyMMS software predicts plant growth stages based on weather reports and soil moisture, providing farmers with a decision-making tool to optimize crop management. The program covers multiple crops, including corn, wheat, barley, and millet varieties, and can be used independently or integrated into existing models.
Researchers have developed a novel algorithm that uses evolutionary computation to optimize frequency curves for realistic synthetic vocals. The system compares human performances and home in on the most nuanced curve, making it possible to create high-quality, natural-sounding vocal renditions.
The 3D TESTBENCH project aims to overcome complexity in software-intensive systems by developing an adaptive tool for the integrating phase. The system, featuring a 3D wall display, highlights potential conflicts and optimizes workflows for collaborative engineering environments.
Mary Shaw and David Garlan, pioneers in software architecture research, received the Outstanding Research Award from SIGSOFT for their significant contributions to the field. Their work has led to established research communities and engineering methods for architectural modeling and analysis.
A team at MIT led by Mark Bathe has developed software to predict the three-dimensional shape of complex DNA structures, making it easier to create nanoassembly technology. This advancement enables biologists, chemists, and materials scientists to design and build intricate shapes using DNA without extensive expertise in DNA origami.
The ESNA project developed a flexible framework for business-oriented wireless-sensor network applications, enabling precision agriculture, energy monitoring, and industrial process control. The project's strong European lead in wireless sensor networks is being leveraged by commercial actors and spin-offs targeting various industries.
Researchers at the University of Washington have developed two free software solutions to make computer mice easier for people with motor disabilities. The Pointing Magnifier combines area cursor visual and motor magnification, allowing users to acquire targets faster. In contrast, the Angle Mouse adjusts movement angles to make target...
Researchers at North Carolina State University have developed a software tool that helps programs run more efficiently while maintaining their safety features. By utilizing multi-core computer chips, the tool speeds up programs by 580% compared to manual reprogramming.
Genomatix introduces mygenomatix, a cloud-based NGS data analysis service providing fast turnaround times, access to full software content, and biological results. The service addresses the challenge of handling large datasets, offering security, ease of use, and affordability.
A Concordia researcher has developed a highly effective computer program to age photographic images of people's faces, improving the accuracy of age-estimation for missing-child investigations and national security. The technique combines active appearance models and support vector regression to predict future facial appearance.
Researchers at Michigan State University have developed a system that can automatically match hand-drawn facial sketches to mug shots in law enforcement databases. The method achieved promising results, correctly identifying the suspect in 45% of cases.
Graham Walker's education research group developed resources to address science education challenges, including a protein folding software that sparks creativity and engagement. Their work aims to transform science education into an interdisciplinary endeavor that reflects the excitement of real research.
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon and IBM are developing an open computing system called OAQA that enables the creation of modular software architectures for question-answering tasks. The system is designed to allow direct comparison and swapping out of individual components, making it easier to build on existing success.
A new system developed by Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft aims to provide constant companionship to elderly people living alone, identifying potential fall situations through multisensory nodes and adaptive software. The system learns an individual's daily activities and alerts trusted individuals in case of emergency.
The partnership aims to enhance Taverna's commercial support, benefiting users and developers. Researchers can now access high-quality workflow tools without financial constraints.
Computer engineers at NC State University have developed HAQu, a hardware technology that significantly boosts the speed of core communication on multi-core chips. This results in faster task execution and overall energy efficiency.
The new bike-sharing system aims to reduce traffic congestion and alleviate parking shortages, promote fitness, and enable good complementary public transportation. Tel Aviv University's research provides a mathematical model to scientifically manage bike availability, creating a more efficient and user-friendly system.
A study found that couples with matching language styles, including function words, were more likely to want future contact and stay together. The research used computer programs to analyze conversations and online chats between dating couples.
The Electronic Mass Casualty Assessment and Planning Scenarios (EMCAPS) software provides first responders with realistic casualty figures for catastrophic events. The program allows users to customize scenarios and estimate the number of likely casualties based on variables such as population density.
Researchers aim to produce tools that allow software developers to easily customize data mining techniques to help software development work. The goal is to make a calmer, more streamlined flow of incoming information with unneeded information filtered out and important information emphasized.
A new software tool called Leaf Extraction and Analysis Framework Graphical User Interface (LEAF GUI) extracts macroscopic vein structures directly from leaf images. This enables scientists to measure the properties of thousands of veins much more quickly than manual image analysis tools.
The E! 4160 VICATS project has developed an innovative surveillance system that uses computer algorithms to assess real-time traffic conditions. The system can operate autonomously, gathering information 24/7 without human intervention, and has shown promising results in various scenarios, including tunnels, bridges, and crossroads.
Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have developed a system that analyzes and responds to the complex musical structures of improvised avant-garde performances, using interconnecting elements of cognition such as perception/action, reasoning, decision-making, planning, and memory.
The EUREKA ITEA 2 project developed advanced technologies to exploit multicore architectures, enabling substantial performance improvements for high-performance computing. The ParMA technology has established new goals in modelling and simulation, accelerating research in various domains.
A new study published in Springer's journal Applied Research in Quality of Life found that 56% of software engineers suffered from insomnia, leading to lower quality of life and physical and mental health issues. Suitable awareness programs and lifestyle management should be implemented to address this issue.
Researchers investigated causes of software company success and failure, examining factors such as marketing, research and development, and operating capabilities. Higher operating capability has the greatest influence on survival, while firms with strong innovation-related competitive actions also have a greater likelihood of survival.