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Officials dedicate OSC's newest, most powerful supercomputer

The Owens Cluster is the most powerful supercomputer in Ohio Supercomputer Center history, featuring a peak performance of 1.5 petaflops. It provides a massive increase in computing power and storage space for researchers, enabling them to make extraordinary discoveries and innovations.

SourceOhio Supercomputer Center·DateMar 29, 2017
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.

Manipulating magnetic textures

A group of researchers has developed a method to control magnetism by curving nanomagnets, inducing chiral textures within the magnetization field. This discovery could lead to stable vortex-antivortex pairs for future data storage and random access memory devices.

SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalJournal of Applied Physics·DateMar 21, 2017

Single atom memory: The world's smallest storage medium

Researchers use Scanning Tunneling Microscope to store and read information in individual holmium atoms, achieving unprecedented miniaturization of storage media. The discovery could revolutionize quantum computing and pave the way for high-density data storage.

SourceInstitute for Basic Science·JournalNature·DateMar 9, 2017

As reliable as your hard drive? Maximizing DNA storage

Researchers have developed a DNA storage method called DNA Fountain that approaches the theoretical maximum for DNA storage, storing 60% more data than previous efforts. The technique uses a coding approach to randomly package information and reassemble it in order, minimizing errors and allowing for reliable retrieval of stored data.

SourceAmerican Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)·JournalScience·DateMar 2, 2017

Nature study suggests new therapy for Gaucher disease

Researchers propose a new therapy for Gaucher disease by blocking the molecule C5aR1, which drives inflammation and organ damage. The treatment may offer fewer risks and lower costs than current therapies.

SourceCincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center·JournalNature·DateFeb 22, 2017
SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB

SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB transfers large imagery and model outputs quickly between field laptops, lab workstations, and secure archives.

Macromolecules: Light to design precision polymers

Chemists at KIT have developed a method to control the setup of precision polymers by light-induced chemical reactions. This allows for precise arrangement of chain links, leading to defined properties and potential applications as storage systems or synthetic biomolecules. The new synthesis reaction is reported in Nature Communications.

SourceKarlsruher Institut für Technologie (KIT)·JournalNature Communications·DateDec 15, 2016

A new perovskite could lead the next generation of data storage

EPFL scientists developed a new perovskite material with rapid and reversible magnetic properties, enabling high-density data storage systems. The material's unique photovoltaic properties allow for easy manipulation of its magnetic order via light illumination.

SourceEcole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne·JournalNature Communications·DateNov 24, 2016
CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock

CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock simplifies serious desks with 18 ports for high-speed storage, monitors, and instruments across Mac and PC setups.

A tiny machine

Researchers at UCSB have developed a functional nanoscale computing device, operating on an unconventional type of logic that could be packed into a block no bigger than 50 nanometers. This technology has the potential to store and process data much faster, reducing energy consumption and increasing computing efficiency.

SourceUniversity of California - Santa Barbara·JournalNano Research·DateOct 28, 2016

New service improves cloud storage usage on mobile devices

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.

SourceBinghamton University·DateSep 7, 2016

Researchers find vulnerabilities in iPhone, iPad operating system

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.

SourceNorth Carolina State University·DateAug 25, 2016
Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm)

Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm) tracks health metrics and safety alerts during long observing sessions, fieldwork, and remote expeditions.

Secure networks for the Internet of the future

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.

SourceUniversity of Würzburg·DateAug 25, 2016

Magnetic atoms arranged in neat rows

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.

SourceFriedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateAug 3, 2016

Making magnets flip like cats at room temperature

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.

SourceJohannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz·JournalNature Physics·DateJul 21, 2016

Smallest hard disk to date writes information atom by atom

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.

SourceDelft University of Technology·JournalNature Nanotechnology·DateJul 18, 2016
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor

Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor tracks ventilation quality in labs, classrooms, and conference rooms with long battery life and clear e-ink readouts.

Atomic bits despite zero-point energy?

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.

SourceForschungszentrum Juelich·JournalNano Letters·DateJul 8, 2016

Spintronics: Resetting the future of heat assisted magnetic recording

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.

SourceHelmholtz-Zentrum Berlin für Materialien und Energie·JournalPhysical Review Applied·DateJun 14, 2016

World's richest source of oceanographic data now operational at Rutgers

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.

SourceRutgers University·DateMay 16, 2016
Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars

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'Bending current' opens up the way for a new type of magnetic memory

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.

SourceEindhoven University of Technology·JournalNature Communications·DateMar 4, 2016

Ground water storage helped offset sea level rise, study says

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.

SourceAmerican Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)·JournalScience·DateFeb 11, 2016

NCAR announces powerful new supercomputer for scientific discovery

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.

SourceNational Center for Atmospheric Research/University Corporation for Atmospheric Research·DateJan 11, 2016
Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter

Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter measures wind, temperature, and humidity in real time for site assessments, aviation checks, and safety briefings.

Europe injects 3 million euros into three-dimensional genomics

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.

SourceInstitute for Research in Biomedicine (IRB Barcelona)·DateDec 9, 2015

Ultrafast uncoupled magnetism in atoms

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.

SourceUppsala University·JournalNature Communications·DateSep 10, 2015
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C)

Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.

High-precision control of nanoparticles for digital 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.

SourceUniversity of Zurich·JournalNature Nanotechnology·DateAug 18, 2015

Better memory with faster lasers

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.

SourceCalifornia Institute of Technology·JournalACS Nano·DateJul 13, 2015

Genomics among the biggest of big data, researchers say

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.

SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalPLOS Biology·DateJul 7, 2015

Moving sector walls on the nano scale

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.

SourceETH Zurich·JournalNature Nanotechnology·DateJun 5, 2015
Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope

Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope combines portable Schmidt-Cassegrain optics with GoTo pointing for outreach nights and field campaigns.

Drexel materials scientists putting a new spin on computing memory

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.

SourceDrexel University·JournalNature Communications·DateApr 22, 2015

Nano piano's lullaby could mean storage breakthrough

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.

SourceUniversity of Illinois Grainger College of Engineering·JournalScientific Reports·DateMar 16, 2015

Quantum optical hard drive breakthrough

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.

SourceAustralian National University·JournalNature·DateJan 8, 2015

First scientific report shows police body-cameras can prevent unacceptable use-of-force

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 ...

SourceUniversity of Cambridge·JournalJournal of Quantitative Criminology·DateDec 24, 2014
Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station

Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station offers research-grade local weather data for networked stations, campuses, and community observatories.

Scientists film magnetic memory in super slo-mo

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.

SourceDeutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron DESY·JournalPhysical Review B·DateNov 27, 2014

New electron spin secrets revealed

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.

SourceNorwegian University of Science and Technology·JournalNature Nanotechnology·DateNov 10, 2014

New discovery could pave the way for spin-based computing

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.

SourceUniversity of Pittsburgh·JournalNature Communications·DateSep 25, 2014

Nile River monitoring influences northeast Africa's future

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.

SourceCurtin University·JournalAdvances in Water Resources·DateSep 17, 2014
GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter

GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter logs beta, gamma, and X-ray levels for environmental monitoring, training labs, and safety demonstrations.

NASA sees Tropical Storm Lowell's tough south side

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.

SourceNASA/Goddard Space Flight Center·DateAug 20, 2014

A new multi-bit 'spin' for MRAM storage

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.

SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalApplied Physics Letters·DateJul 22, 2014

Ghost writing the whip

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.

SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalApplied Physics Letters·DateJun 24, 2014

New £8.1m Centre at Queen's to tackle world's data storage needs

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.

SourceQueen's University Belfast·DateMay 29, 2014
Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation, USB-C)

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation, USB-C) provide clear calls and strong noise reduction for interviews, conferences, and noisy field environments.

Domain walls in nanowires cleverly set in motion

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.

SourceJohannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz·JournalNature Communications·DateApr 8, 2014

£800,000 grant to create the computers of the future

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.

SourceUniversity of Huddersfield·DateApr 4, 2014

Using holograms to improve electronic devices

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.

SourceUniversity of California - Riverside·JournalApplied Physics Letters·DateFeb 19, 2014

New innovation by NUS researchers enhances information storage in electronics

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.

SourceNational University of Singapore·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateDec 30, 2013
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro)

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro) powers local ML workloads, large datasets, and multi-display analysis for field and lab teams.

A fresh step towards quantum computing

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.

SourceElhuyar Fundazioa·JournalNature Physics·DateNov 19, 2013

Blue gene active storage boosts I/O performance at JSC

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.

SourceForschungszentrum Juelich·DateNov 18, 2013

Chaotic physics in ferroelectrics hints at brain-like computing

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.

SourceDOE/Oak Ridge National Laboratory·JournalNature Physics·DateNov 18, 2013

The Franklin Institute honors 2 Carnegie Mellon professors

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.

SourceCarnegie Mellon University·DateNov 4, 2013
Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply

Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply powers sensors, microcontrollers, and test circuits with programmable rails and stable outputs.

NSF awards $12 million to SDSC to deploy 'Comet' supercomputer

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.

SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·DateOct 4, 2013

The '50-50' chip: Memory device of the future?

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.

SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalApplied Physics Letters·DateSep 13, 2013