Articles tagged with Data Storage
A new service called StoArranger has been developed to optimize cloud storage requests on mobile devices, reducing battery drain and synchronization times. By intercepting and coordinating app requests, StoArranger improves performance without changing how apps run, making it a promising solution for millions of users.
A team of researchers from North Carolina State University identified serious security vulnerabilities in the iOS operating system, which can be exploited by third-party apps. These vulnerabilities include bypassing privacy settings, accessing location search history, and inferring sensitive information.
A new research consortium is working on developing a network architecture and technologies for secure and flexible distributed data centers. The goal is to take computing and storage capacities closer to end-users, addressing the increasing demand for data centers.
Physicists at FAU and the Vienna University of Technology successfully created one-dimensional magnetic atom chains for the first time. The discovery enables basic research in areas such as magnetic data storage and chemistry, by providing a model system with unique properties.
Heusler alloy NiMnSb exhibits spin-orbit torques, a phenomenon that enables magnets to flip themselves through internal electron motion. This effect could lead to improved magnetic random access memory architectures with low power consumption and scalability.
Researchers at Delft University of Technology develop a memory that stores information atom by atom using chlorine atoms, reaching a storage density of 500 Terabits per square inch. The innovative method uses a scanning tunneling microscope and offers excellent prospects for stability and scalability.
Researchers at Jülich have found a way to produce nanomagnets with low zero-point energy, leading to higher stability. They investigated the connection between atomic properties and magnetic fluctuations caused by zero-point energy.
A new spintronics-based system has been developed, offering improved performance over conventional heat-assisted magnetic recording materials. The DyCo5 nanostructures demonstrate a lower writing temperature and higher stability of magnetic bits, enabling faster and more energy-efficient data storage.
The Ocean Observatories Initiative's data system is now operational at Rutgers, providing vast amounts of oceanographic data to scientists and educators worldwide. The Rutgers team has designed, built, and operates the OOI cyberinfrastructure, including the Data Portal, which offers access to the data in various formats.
EPFL scientists have built a single-atom magnet with stable remanence at 40 Kelvin, paving the way for miniature magnetic storage devices. This achievement could lead to significant advancements in data storage technology.
Physicists at Ames Laboratory have discovered a topological metal, PtSn4, with a high density of conduction electrons and large number of closely positioned Dirac points. This discovery may lead to energy-efficient computers with increased processor speeds and data storage.
Researchers at Eindhoven University of Technology have discovered a way to flip magnetic bits faster and more energy-efficiently using a 'bending current' method. This breakthrough enables the creation of ultra-fast and low-power Magnetic Random Access Memory (MRAM) that can enable longer battery life in mobile devices.
Recent analysis suggests that groundwater storage has contributed up to 22% to slowing sea level rise, with climate-driven changes in precipitation playing the key role. Human-induced factors like reservoir filling and water pumping have also affected land storage capacity, although to a lesser extent.
Cheyenne will be a critical tool for researchers studying climate change, severe weather, and other important geoscience topics. The new system will help scientists lay the groundwork for improved predictions of various phenomena, including thunderstorm outbreaks and solar cycles.
A new study finds that the Colorado River Basin's water supply is controlled more by natural climate patterns than human use. The researchers used NASA satellite data and local monitoring records to reconstruct changes in the basin's water storage since the 1980s.
The EU-funded project aims to lay the groundwork for 3D genomics by standardizing experiments, storing data, and developing protocols. The goal is to move from 1D genomic studies to understanding DNA structure and function in a 3D context.
A study by the American Academy of Pediatrics found that only 2% of commonly searched websites for firearm storage guidance correctly identified all four safety practices. The four measures include keeping guns locked and unloaded, and storing ammunition in a separate location.
Researchers at the University of Maryland are working on developing next-generation cryptography to secure against quantum computers. The team will focus on making cryptosystems secure and collaborating with NIST researchers.
Researchers have developed a new way to capture light, allowing for large quantities of data to be stored directly on an integrated optical chip. This breakthrough enables ultra-fast high-bandwidth data transfer, potentially revolutionizing computer technology.
Researchers at Uppsala University have successfully broken the strong magnetic coupling between spin moments in an atom, enabling ultrafast manipulation of magnetic materials. This breakthrough opens up new opportunities for data storage and computing applications.
Scientists at the University of Zurich successfully controlled colloidal nanoparticles' motion, harnessing electric and optical forces to manipulate their behavior. The technique enables rapid displacement, low energy consumption, and large storage capacity, making it suitable for new data storage applications or high-resolution displays.
Caltech researchers used ultrafast electron crystallography to visualize changing atomic configurations of phase-change materials. They discovered a previously unknown intermediate atomic state that represents a physical limit to data recording speeds.
As genome-sequencing technologies improve, the amount of genomics data is projected to grow exponentially, requiring significant advancements in computing infrastructure. Genomics data will surpass even YouTube's storage capacity, highlighting the need for innovative solutions to handle the deluge of genomic information.
A team of experts has identified genomics as the largest field in big data generation, with an estimated 2-40 exabytes of data produced daily. The rapidly growing field poses significant storage and analysis challenges, including aligning and comparing billions of human genomes.
Scientists at ETH Zurich have developed a technique to manipulate domain walls in multiferroic materials, which could lead to new technologies in data storage and electronics. The discovery shows that domain walls can be selectively shifted or altered using electrical fields, paving the way for new applications.
Researchers at Drexel University are exploring new spintronic materials to create more energy-efficient computing memories. By understanding the physical principles behind spintronics, they hope to develop a framework to unlock new possibilities in data storage and processing.
Scientists have successfully recorded sound and audio files onto a non-magnetic plasmonic nanostructure, increasing storage capacity by 5,600 times. The technology uses novel gold nanoantennas to store audio information as a temporally varying intensity waveform or frequency varying intensity waveform.
A team of physicists at Australian National University has improved storage time by a factor of over 100, achieving a record six-hour storage time. This breakthrough is expected to revolutionize the transmission of quantum information and enable the creation of a secure worldwide data encryption network.
The Rialto experiment showed that evidence capture is just one output of body-worn video, and the technology is most effective at preventing escalation during police-public interactions. The 'preventative treatment' of body-worn-video relies on the combination of the camera plus cognition of surveillance, causing individuals to modify ...
Researchers at DESY used high-speed photography to observe the formation of magnetic microvortices in ultrafast memory cells. The study provides a better understanding of magnetic storage materials and their dynamics, with potential implications for faster and better data storage media.
Researchers have found a novel link between magnetism and electricity, enabling the generation of high-frequency alternating currents. This breakthrough could lead to new detection techniques for magnetic information and improve spintronics technology.
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh have discovered a novel oxide-based magnetism that follows electrical commands, paving the way for spin-based computing. This breakthrough could lead to ultrahigh density storage and computing architectures by combining magnetic materials with semiconductors.
Curtin University research monitors Nile River water volume to help 200 million North-East Africans plan for sustainable use of resources. The study uses GRACE satellite data to isolate total water storage, providing independent insights for countries to inform decision-making and reduce reliance on the river's precious water supply.
Tropical Storm Lowell has a well-organized band of thunderstorms on its south side, which is intensifying according to satellite imagery. The storm is expected to strengthen due to favorable conditions, including low shear and high moisture.
A France-US research team reports a new multi-bit MRAM storage paradigm that can store up to 4 bits per cell, rivaling flash memory in terms of storage density. The technology uses Crocus Technology's proprietary Magnetic Logic Unit (MLU) technology to remotely control a sensor to probe magnetic configurations.
Researchers at National University of Singapore develop marked ghost imaging technology to secure stored or shared electronic data. The technology hides data contents in multiple foggy files, making it harder for hackers to access.
The new Centre for Doctoral Training in Photonic Integration for Advanced Data Storage will address the shortage of skilled professionals in this field by educating 50 future scientists and engineers. Students will collaborate with industry partners, including Seagate Technology, to generate new ideas and research opportunities.
Researchers at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz have achieved a breakthrough in inducing synchronous motion of domain walls in ferromagnetic nanowires using pulsed magnetic fields. This allows for controlled displacement of domain walls, essential for permanent data storage.
Researchers at the University of Huddersfield are developing molecular wires that could replace silicon chips, offering significant increases in computing power and data storage capacity. The project, led by Dr. Nathan Patmore, is backed by an £800,000 Royal Society Research Fellowship.
Researchers aim to investigate the impact of stored blood 'microparticles' on inflammation and injury. Studies have shown that transfusion with aged red blood cells can worsen patient outcomes, including increased risk of organ failure.
A team of researchers from the University of California, Riverside has demonstrated a new type of holographic memory device that uses spin waves to store data. The device has unprecedented data storage capacity and processing capabilities, making it potentially revolutionary for electronic devices.
The NUS team has developed a new Magnetoresistive Random Access Memory (MRAM) technology that can store data for at least 20 years, increasing storage space and enhancing memory. This innovation has the potential to change the architecture of computers, making them easier to manufacture and reducing costs.
Scientists have successfully manipulated atomic magnetism by harnessing superconductivity to create a stable state, enabling the potential for quantum computing. By studying tiny magnetic molecules in contact with a superconductor surface, researchers were able to write and read information using controlled magnetism.
The installation of Blue Gene Active Storage at JSC enables scientists to exploit the performance of the supercomputer, facilitating interactive access to large amounts of data. The system's non-volatile memory technology features high bandwidth and very high access rates, addressing the increasing costs of data transport.
Researchers at ORNL led by Sergei Kalinin discovered complex and unpredictable patterns on ferroelectric material's surface when written in dense arrays. The study suggests the possibility of memcomputing, where information storage and processing occur on the same physical platform.
The Georgia Tech Emerging Cyber Threats Report for 2014 highlights security issues with cloud storage and the Internet of Things. The report reveals encryption challenges and increased debate about tradeoffs between security, functionality, and efficiency in the cloud.
Edmund Clarke receives Bower Prize for his work on Model Checking, while Mark Kryder is awarded Benjamin Franklin Medal for Perpendicular Magnetic Recording. Both professors have made significant contributions to the field of information technology.
The San Diego Supercomputer Center has been awarded a $12-million grant to deploy the 'Comet' petascale supercomputer, designed to expand access and capacity among traditional and non-traditional research domains. The system will provide nearly two petaflops of peak performance, supporting a broader range of researchers.
A new, environmentally-friendly electronic alloy consisting of 50 aluminum atoms bound to 50 atoms of antimony may be promising for building next-generation 'phase-change' memory devices. The material has high thermal stability and can store three bits of data in a single memory cell.
The University of Southern Denmark has established a new Center for Bioanalytical Sciences with funding from the VILLUM Foundation. The center will support interdisciplinary biological research using advanced equipment and computational platforms.
Scientists at TUM have found that magnetic monopoles can erase data in magnetic vortices, called skyrmions. This discovery has the potential to create extremely compact and long-lived storage media with significantly reduced power consumption.
Researchers at UC Davis have developed a new method to create iron-platinum alloys with tailored magnetic properties, making them ideal for future magnetic recording technologies. The alloys retain information even at small nanomagnet sizes and are resistant to heat effects.
ReRAM cells exhibit battery voltage properties, violating traditional memristor theory. Researchers reveal new insights into the electrochemical components, enabling optimized design and potential new applications
Researchers study terrestrial water storage data to predict fire activity in the Amazon region months in advance. They find that during high fire years, water storage is below average before the fire season, while in low fire years, it is above average before the dry season.
Researchers have designed a special material interface that enhances the functionality of non-silicon-based electronic devices, such as RAM and nanoelectronic components. The new method combines ferroelectric tunneling with magnetic tunnel junctions, resulting in a quaternary-state device with improved switching and storage power.
Electrical engineers have discovered a way to use high-frequency sound waves to enhance magnetic storage, offering a new approach to improve data storage. The technology uses ultrasound to create elasticity in magnetic materials, allowing for reliable data storage without concerns around heating.
Researchers at TUM and PSI have developed a method to visualize material fluctuations and nanostructures using X-ray microscopy. This technique relaxes the hard restrictions of immobility required for high-quality imaging, enabling the visualization of previously inaccessible objects.
Researchers have developed a new method to produce molecular magnets, which could lead to the creation of smaller, more efficient storage media and processors. The new system exploits the interactions between molecules and their substrate, enabling magnetic states to be selectively switched on and off using magnetic fields.
University of Granada researchers have developed an Advanced Random Access Memory (A-RAM) device that overcomes miniaturization challenges in DRAM cells, enabling long retention times and low battery consumption. The innovation has been patented and demonstrated experimentally, with companies like Samsung and Hynix showing interest.
Researchers at Case Western Reserve University have developed a new technology that aims to make terabyte storage cheaper and easier. They use similar optical data storage technology as commercially available Blu-ray discs but write data in dozens of layers instead of two or four, resulting in lower manufacturing costs.