Articles tagged with Information Technology
A real-time risk management system will be available globally after a Queensland company was awarded a license to commercialise the CSIRO technology. Nexsys allows underground coal mines to interrogate vast amounts of digital information from various sensors and systems, providing real-time risk management and decision support.
A study by Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center found that patients want full access to their medical records, are willing to make some privacy concessions, and expect computers to play a major role in their care. Patients prioritize transparency and online access over traditional face-to-face doctor visits.
Canada's persistent weakness in productivity growth is attributed to business strategy choices, including inadequate investment in information and communications technologies. The report highlights the need for Canadian businesses to adopt more innovative strategies to serve customers effectively.
A photoselective polyethylene greenhouse covering film has been proven effective in controlling the height of potted gardenia plants. The study showed that this technology can reduce the need for chemical growth retardants, decreasing production costs and environmental pollution. However, further research is needed to optimize its use.
A new study evaluated the community's response to Indivo, a personalized health record system. The two-year study found that issues such as health literacy, accessibility, and privacy were relevant factors in PCHR adoption. Researchers advocate for continued evaluation of PCHRs and discussions on technical and policy approaches to adva...
Dr. Kathie Olsen, a neuroscience expert, offers 5 tips for program officers to advance their ideas: exposure, management support, persistence, relationships matter, and program value. ONR's efforts to host distinguished lecturers aim to promote collaboration and innovation.
Prototype systems performed surprisingly well in NIST tests, with half accurate at least 80% of the time. The technology frees up time for trained examiners to focus on difficult images that software has limited capabilities to process.
A new tool, Baby Steps, combines photo and video recording with medical record-keeping to track children's developmental milestones. This system led to a three-fold increase in parents recording medically relevant information.
The university will lead a project to analyze and model initiatives to defeat improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in Iraq, Afghanistan, and around the world. The research aims to understand how IEDs are used as a weapon of strategic influence and develop practical ways to counteract them.
Beijing Institute of Technology researchers developed a unique multi-living agent concept to analyze complex information systems under SRSC environment. They found that analyzing agents' livelihood can determine system behavior well or not.
The Argonne National Laboratory has developed a unique tracking technology that monitors the environmental and physical conditions of containers of nuclear materials in storage and transportation. This RFID system can simultaneously monitor thousands of drums 24/7, triggering alarms for immediate action upon detecting abnormal situations.
Gratitude is linked to achieving well-being, but men are less likely to express it than women. Older men also report greater negative emotions when receiving gifts from other men.
A study by Penn State researchers identified nine factors that can help predict future click-through rates, including number of records in a search and browser type. The positive factors had five effects, while four had negative effects, with user intent having no significant impact on predicting click-throughs.
A study by Weill Cornell Medical College finds that New York state's health IT initiatives have achieved significant success, with 100% of programs remaining active and functioning after two years. The initiative has improved quality of care, increased efficiency, and reduced medical errors.
A new NSF-funded research group will integrate technology from Southern Methodist University, two other North Texas universities, and 11 industry partners to create net-centric solutions. The consortium aims to improve research capabilities in the US by combining academic expertise with high-tech companies.
A Washington state program teaches domestic violence victims how to use technology safely, reducing risks of tracking and monitoring. The program increased women's knowledge and empowerment, with high satisfaction rates.
Researchers found ad clicks on Dogpile.com to be only 15% of total interactions, with 35% of queries yielding no clicks. The study challenges previous reports of a 30% ad click-through rate and suggests advertisers can leverage alternative forms of keyword advertising.
The iPoint 3D system uses hand and finger recognition to control devices without physical contact, suitable for use in living rooms, offices, hospitals, and more. This innovative technology enables users to interact with displays and appliances using gestures only.
The accelerating urbanization presents a critical component in maintaining stable societies and ensuring quality of life. The integration of information technology into conventional infrastructure systems poses significant challenges due to the complexity of interactions between various systems.
Researchers at Michigan State University are using high-throughput genetic screening to identify genes affecting chloroplast structure and function, which could lead to plants bred for biofuel or high-nutrient content. This advanced technology gives scientists a broader perspective on plant metabolism than traditional methods.
The system will enable researchers from seven disciplines to perform virtual experiments and address open problems in their fields, including infectious disease dynamics, material development, and human interactions. The instrument is expected to promote technology transfer and enhance the diversity of computational science talent.
Jeffrey Sachs, director of Columbia's Earth Institute, wins the 2009 Green Book Award for his book 'Common Wealth,' which proposes solutions to extreme poverty and related global problems. The award recognizes the book's practical value in addressing environmental issues.
Researchers at George Mason University have developed a DNA-based vaccine effective in protecting mice from adenovirus-3. The vaccine's affordability and stability make it a promising solution for preventing this devastating infection.
A study by UT Southwestern Medical Center found that automation in hospital information systems was associated with decreased fatalities, lower costs, and shorter lengths of stay for patients with various medical conditions. Hospitals with well-designed technology systems had better patient outcomes.
Recent sports technology advancements aim to bridge the gap between able-bodied athletes and para-athletes. Prosthetic innovations like carbon blades have shown significant advantages in sprinting mechanics data, allowing double transtibial amputees to deliver comparable performance levels with lower metabolic costs.
A Johns Hopkins study of 40 hospitals and 160,000 patients found that 'paperless' hospitals with computerized notes and records had a 15% decrease in patient deaths. These systems also showed significant reductions in complications, heart attack deaths, and hospital costs.
A study found that increased use of health information technology (HIT) in hospitals led to fewer patient deaths, complications, and lower healthcare costs. The use of electronic notes, order entry, and clinical decision support systems was associated with significant reductions in mortality rates.
The Systems Engineering Research Center (SERC) will support the development, integration, and testing of complex defense systems. Penn State's Applied Research Lab, College of Information Sciences and Technology, and Great Valley School of Graduate Professional Studies are involved in the center.
The NYHOPS system provided real-time information on water conditions, weather, and environmental factors to aid in the rescue of 150 passengers. This enabled officials to deploy rescue assets downstream and guide the plane to a safe location.
Researchers propose a wireless peer-to-peer network to exchange timely information about traffic conditions, incidents, and accidents. The Autonet system uses local-area wireless technology to form an ad hoc network that can handle measurements for approximately 3,500 traffic incidents.
A new study examines how consumers evaluate brand features to make choices, finding that goal-oriented individuals prefer rapid progress in decision-making, while those focused on avoiding mistakes value detailed information. This understanding has important implications for designing persuasive marketing messages.
Researchers from the University of Pittsburgh and NETL demonstrated a molecular chain reaction on a metal surface, rearranging bonds in consecutive molecules. The process has potential applications in information storage and nanotechnology.
A Yale study reveals that the public's perception of nanotechnology is highly polarized based on cultural values, with some groups viewing it as safe and others as risky. The study suggests that public education strategies should consider citizens' predispositions to effectively communicate about nanotechnology.
The SIM-sponsored survey found that businesses are using IT to reduce costs and increase productivity, with CIOs spending most of their time on non-technical issues. Organizations with higher IT business alignment maturity scores tend to have better overall company performance.
Queen's University Belfast is set to become the UK's lead center for developing technology to counter malicious cyber-attacks. The £25M investment will fund a new Innovation and Knowledge Centre, the Center for Secure Information Technologies (CSIT), which will create secure infrastructure to safeguard electronic information.
Researchers at UT Health Science Center Houston are tackling healthcare information technology issues using a $1.3 million AHRQ grant, focusing on projects to increase patient safety. The trainees aim to design systems that help physicians prioritize notifications and make informed decisions in the emergency room.
The University of British Columbia and the University of California, San Diego are partnering to develop methods for sharing greenhouse gas emission data and baseline emission data for cyberinfrastructure. This partnership aims to create carbon-neutral environments through research and collaboration.
The University of California, San Diego School of Medicine has received a $10 million NIH contract to lead the Neuroscience Information Framework (NIF), a dynamic inventory of web-based neurosciences data and tools. The NIF enables discovery and access to public research data and tools worldwide, advancing neuroscience research through...
A case study conducted by Penn State researchers found that rural hospitals can benefit financially and operationally by sharing an IT infrastructure with larger hospitals in the same area. The partnership allows smaller hospitals to afford comprehensive IT systems at a lower cost, while also benefiting from shared IT staff and expertise.
A new study by George Mason University found that nearly half of US states lack a state-level emergency plan or make it difficult for the public to access one. The study graded and ranked the state emergency operations plans on their communication components, finding that only two states received a perfect score.
The Penn State-Drexel team developed and applied a set of geographically-enhanced visual analytics tools to address a homeland security information analysis problem. They successfully integrated raw data, results, and findings from four mini-challenges to identify hidden patterns and insights.
The NIH is funding two new Biomedical Technology Research Centers to develop innovative imaging techniques for diagnosing and treating neurodegenerative diseases. The centers will also create cutting-edge software for identifying and analyzing sets of interacting proteins that are important in various diseases, including cancer.
Penn State researchers found that teams working in Second Life provided the most accurate answers despite taking longer to finish the task. Face-to-face teams felt most confident but struggled with basic tasks due to the complex keyboard strokes required for avatar movement.
Researchers at Indiana University successfully demonstrated secure sharing of health information across the nation during an emergency scenario, leveraging Nationwide Health Information Network (NHIN) technologies. This innovation has great potential to improve healthcare in the United States.
IU's Polar Grid Project will deploy customized computational resources to Antarctica to enable scientists to process data more efficiently during polar field expeditions. The equipment will support an extensive research expedition expected to begin in November and running through February 2009.
Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have designed an adaptive liquid lens that captures 250 pictures per second and requires less energy than competing technologies. The lens uses vibrations to change the focus, allowing for high-fidelity miniature cameras.
The Talking Points system uses Bluetooth signals to provide pedestrians with information about points of interest along their path, enhancing navigation for both blind and sighted individuals. The system also incorporates community-generated content through a website, allowing users to access reviews, specials, and sales.
Breakthroughs in cytogenetic technologies have enabled a new level of detail and accuracy in diagnosing complex developmental problems in children. Researchers are now using these tests to identify microdeletions and microduplications, leading to more accurate diagnoses and effective treatments.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute professor Richard W. Siegel is bringing his nanotechnology expertise to the big screen with "Molecules to the MAX", a 40-minute film about molecular landscapes. The movie aims to boost global science literacy and has been praised by audiences, including Siegel's grandchildren.
The grant will allow researchers to investigate how different civil infrastructures interact with each other after a disaster, enabling better coordination and preparedness. The software will help emergency response officials formulate more effective plans by analyzing the interdependency of systems.
Research reveals that animals with forward-facing eyes have an advantage in dense environments, gaining X-ray vision. This allows them to visually survey a greater region around themselves, aiding in hunting and maneuverability.
A comprehensive strategy on technological innovations is crucial to prevent the impending economic crisis in health care. Advanced technologies such as biomeasurement, bioinformatics, and health information technologies will be required to improve disease prevention and efficient care.
Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute have developed a fully synthetic heparin alternative that is safer and more pure than traditional heparin. The new version uses a process called chemoenzymatic synthesis to replicate the natural biosynthesis of heparin, resulting in a higher dose and lower risk of contamination.
The project utilizes physiological information to develop more sophisticated assistive aids for individuals with neuromuscular diseases and musculoskeletal injuries. Researchers aim to create robotic orthoses that can aid patients with muscular dystrophy regain significant use of their limbs.
According to a new survey, 82% of Americans believe the US healthcare system should be fundamentally changed or rebuilt. The survey found that one in three patients experience unnecessary or inefficient care, while nine out of ten adults support efforts to improve the health system's performance with respect to access, quality, and cost.
A new study reveals that most US health department directors view climate change as a significant public health issue, with threats such as heat waves and reduced air quality expected to increase in severity. However, few departments have implemented activities to detect, prevent, or adapt to these health threats.
A new approach by Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute researchers provides a framework for studying the effects of circadian disruption on various health problems. The device, called Daysimeter, measures daily rest and activity patterns, as well as exposure to circadian light, in both humans and rodents.
A new study by George Mason University researcher Nicole Darnall shows that companies can profit from environmentally friendly practices, such as reducing waste and developing green products. The study found that organizations that improve their environmental performance can offset the cost of regulation or even accrue a net gain.
A new approach to archiving human genetic information is introduced through Gene Wiki, an online repository of human genes stored within Wikipedia. This community-annotated system allows for a flexible and organic accumulation of science, enabling all readers to edit and add to the gene wiki pages.
The Office of Naval Research (ONR) is offering up to $1 million in research seed funding for innovative science and technology ideas through its CNR Challenge program. The challenge encourages participants to submit white papers on specific themes and topics, with a focus on supporting the Navy's modern warfighter.