Articles tagged with Education Technology
A critical review article discusses the issues and prospects of photocatalytic reduction of carbon dioxide, highlighting the lack of a standard procedure as a major bottleneck. Recent advances in this field are also detailed, providing insights into the ongoing research.
A recent study found that fertility clinic websites have limited information on assisted reproductive technology (ART) for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) couples compared to heterosexual couples. The study suggests a potential gap in access to fertility services by LGBT persons.
A study by Michigan State University found that online pimps are thriving, using underground websites and social media to avoid detection. They reported an average annual income of $75,000, with many making over $100,000, highlighting the challenges of policing online prostitution.
Researchers used the K computer and advanced radar data to accurately predict torrential rains in localized areas. They achieved this by synchronizing data between large-scale simulations and observational data through 'big data assimilation', resulting in high-resolution maps of rain every 30 seconds.
Researchers find that current laws protecting individual rights are insufficient to protect privacy when it comes to MSVTs, and the First Amendment likely protects livestreaming activities of users. The study advocates for less legal restraint on recording and live-streaming public matters, but also calls for wisdom in controlling harm...
Synaptec, a spinout from the University of Strathclyde, has secured £370,000 investment to boost its renewable energy and subsea operations. The funding will enable the company to hire new staff and broaden its capabilities in areas such as subsea development and renewable energy.
Researchers at NJIT's Center for Resilient Design are developing solutions to protect Greenwich Township from flood waters. The project aims to balance human and ecosystem needs while restoring natural environments like tidal wetlands and protecting upland habitats.
A study by University of Leicester criminologists found that Mobile Scan and Pay technology promotes ease of theft by removing human contact in the shopping process. The report also shows that retailers could be seen as making theft easier for some customers, who may feel justified in committing crime.
Researchers found that 3D films inspire stronger feelings of being drawn into the story than 2D films, but also cause more nausea. The study showed no detectable differences between real and algorithmically converted 3D films.
Researchers discovered a method to create ultrathin graphene-like films from salt using computer simulations. The findings provide a relationship between the critical slab thickness and parameters determining ionic bonds, enabling more efficient nanoelectronics.
A new study by Lehigh University researchers finds that organizational after-hours email expectations can lead to emotional exhaustion, burnout, and diminished work-family balance. The study suggests that modern workplace technologies may be hurting the employees they were designed to help.
Researchers have developed a magneto-optic Q-switched laser using a 190-micron-thick magnetic garnet film with labyrinth-shaped magnetic domains. The device achieved optical output with a pulse width of tens of nanoseconds, increasing pulse power by 1,000 times.
Researchers have discovered that asymmetrical magnetic microbeads can be transformed into useful tools controlled by a changing external magnetic field. The Janus particles, inspired by the Roman god of two faces, exhibit unique behavior under oscillating fields, forming linear chains and expanding to create micro-muscles on a chip.
A transdisciplinary team at Virginia Tech is developing a new curriculum model that prepares engineering undergraduates with disciplinary depth and flexible learning experiences. The project aims to broaden the diversity of students entering the program and provide them with adaptive skills to address real-world problems.
Researchers Iver Anderson and Emma White at Ames Laboratory are awarded a grant to test the performance of Alnico magnets in advanced drive motors. They aim to reduce materials cost, cooling needs, and magnet-processing costs.
A new study published in Personnel Assessment and Decisions found that in-person interviews outperformed technology-mediated interviews in terms of company and candidate ratings. The research suggests that face-to-face interactions provide a more favorable impression, while video interviews received the most negative rankings.
Researchers have successfully demonstrated self-organizing pattern formation in active materials at microscale by modifying one parameter. The study uses Janus colloids to experimentally test collective, dynamic behavior, creating swarms, chains, clusters, and isotropic gases.
Arrhythmotech aims to detect nerve activity using its device capable of detecting the body's fight-or-flight response on the skin. The company will collaborate with researchers at the Mayo Clinic and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, with a goal of making its method widely available for research, education, and patient care.
A team of researchers from Tufts University has successfully integrated sensors, electronics, and microfluidics into threads to create a 'smart' thread that can collect diagnostic data wirelessly in real-time. The thread-based platform shows promise for implantable diagnostic devices and smart wearable systems.
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University and EPFL develop a computational design tool that enables designers to fully exploit the unique property of auxetic materials, which can expand uniformly in two dimensions. The tool allows for the creation of complex 3D shapes using flat sheets of plastic or metal.
Researchers found that deploying crash-avoidance technologies in vehicles could prevent up to 1.3 million crashes per year, including 10,100 fatal wrecks. The study estimates a net benefit of $202 billion or $861 per car, with potential for larger benefits over time.
NJIT will receive $20 million in capital funding to renovate classrooms and laboratory spaces, with a focus on creating a cutting-edge Makerspace. The facility will provide state-of-the-art equipment and resources for students, faculty, and regional companies, fostering innovation and collaboration.
Jeff Shamma, a King Abdullah University of Science & Technology professor, has been elected as an IFAC Fellow for his significant contributions to linear parameter varying systems and multiagent systems. He joins a prestigious list of global academics and experts in the field of control and systems engineering.
The Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology published a special issue commemorating the 25th anniversary of Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) technology. OCT has revolutionized eye disease diagnosis and treatment, enabling early detection of devastating conditions like age-related macular degeneration and glaucoma.
Rochester Institute of Technology's National Technical Institute for the Deaf has received a $30,000 grant to fund its Tech Girlz and Tech Boyz outreach programs. The program provides opportunities for deaf middle-school students to explore technology and build robots.
The University of Texas at El Paso received $1.9 million from the NSF to address PCAST report findings on uninspiring introductory courses and faculty unwelcoming atmosphere, aiming to foster positive student identities in computer science.
Mobile health technology has the potential to improve healthcare quality and expand access to services, but researchers warn that current measures may not be enough to safeguard patient data. The authors propose several research challenges to address issues like data sharing, authentication, and anonymity.
Peidong Yang received the third Tsinghua University Press-Springer Nano Research Award for his pioneering work on artificial photosynthesis and nanowires. His invention of a fully integrated system for producing chemicals directly from CO2, H2O, and sunlight has been widely recognized as a major breakthrough in the field.
Scientists have discovered a way to control the interactions among microscopic spheres, causing them to self-propel into swarms, chains, and clusters. This breakthrough enables various applications in medicine, chemistry, and engineering, as well as advancing our understanding of collective dynamic behavior.
The University of Nottingham is developing breakthrough aerospace technologies with leading European manufacturers, focusing on environmental performance and fuel efficiency. The institution is also launching new aerospace undergraduate programs at Farnborough International Airshow.
Researchers from Binghamton University and Stevens Institute of Technology found that smartwatches can crack private PINs with 80-percent accuracy on the first try. The study used data from embedded sensors in wearable devices to break codes without contextual information, highlighting security vulnerabilities in these devices.
Curza Global, a pharmaceutical startup company, has received a Phase I SBIR grant to develop new antibacterials against Gram-negative infections. The two-year project will focus on structure-based drug design and medicinal chemistry to create potent antimicrobials with high selectivity for bacterial ribosomes.
Researchers created the rTAG system, which uses a LEGO robot named Quinn and an iPod Touch to teach geometry. Students interact with Quinn by giving commands, and the system provides visual and audio feedback.
The NYU Tandon School of Engineering's SMART program teams city teachers with university faculty and graduate students for advanced STEM workshops, research, and entrepreneurship. A new NSF grant adds a weeklong industry experience at major businesses.
Researchers at Simon Fraser University are developing futuristic mobile video communication systems to connect people for outdoor activities, such as hiking or biking. The project aims to provide a sense of presence and shared experience despite physical distance.
Researchers have developed a new method using gentle e-beams to study electron collisions with liquids, recording 2-dimensional spectra of molecules and measuring electronic excitation. This approach has shown promising results in evaluating quantum theoretical methods and may help identify alternatives to the greenhouse gas SF6.
The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program at Carnegie Mellon University will benefit 125 students from Sub-Saharan Africa, providing globally recognized degree programs in ICT. The program aims to expand future career options and support growth and development of the technology sector in Africa.
The two institutions will establish long-term partnerships for joint fundamental and applied research, investigating mechanisms for implementing innovative projects. They will also cooperate on organizing scientific, educational, and technological centers in Russia and the UAE.
Researchers at MIT and University of Georgia have developed an affordable eye-tracking system using machine learning and crowdsourced data. The system achieves a margin of error of 1.5 cm, outperforming previous experimental systems.
Sweden's biggest contribution yet to the SKA has passed a major milestone with the delivery of an advanced feed horn for testing in Canada. The sensitive instrument will help astronomers map out the history of the universe and make measurements surpassing today's radio telescopes.
The EU is investing €3 million in innovative aero-engine technologies to achieve a 75% reduction in carbon dioxide emissions per passenger kilometre by 2050. Radical new design concepts and technologies, such as composite engine cycles and heat recycling, are being explored to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
A national testing facility will be built at Colorado State University to evaluate new technologies for sensing methane, a potent greenhouse gas. The facility, funded by ARPA-E, will simulate real-world industry conditions and allow research teams to test new technologies.
Robert Magnusson's research explores the use of nanostructured silicon films to generate light, potentially leading to faster and more compact integrated photonic-electric circuits. The new technology could also improve sensing instruments and make cameras and infrared technology less expensive.
A Johns Hopkins team discovered three ways to send rogue commands to interfere with an airborne hobby drone's operation, causing it to land or crash. The finding highlights the vulnerability of drones to hackers, which is crucial for tasks like aerial deliveries and photography.
A new study by Michigan State University found that people living in green dwellings can lose up to half of their energy savings if they don't use their technologies correctly. The researchers surveyed over 320 certified green residential units to understand the impact of personal habits on energy consumption.
Researchers studied Physarum polycephalum's decision-making abilities using the two-armed bandit problem, finding it compares relative options to make adaptive decisions. The slime mold's algorithm exploits environments in proportion to their reward experienced through past sampling.
Researchers at Tohoku University have discovered the origin and mechanism of ferromagnetism in Mn-doped GaAs, accelerating spintronic element development. The study reveals that doped Mn atoms extract electrons from As atoms, causing ferromagnetism.
A team led by University of Central Florida researcher Debashis Chanda is developing a novel infrared detection technology that could improve night vision, meteorology, and space exploration. The new detector will be tunable and able to see a range of bands, producing high-resolution images without the need for cooling.
Stampede 2 is a new large-scale supercomputing system funded by the NSF, providing high-performance computing capabilities for thousands of researchers across the US. The system will employ cutting-edge processor and memory technology, delivering peak performance of up to 18 Petaflops.
Researchers developed CIBs using PB and PBAs as electrode materials, achieving reversible capacities of 40-50 mAh/g. The excellent cyclability is attributed to the durable structure and charge balance during insertion and extraction of calcium ions.
A recent Science perspective piece explores the tension between urban areas and human connection to nature. Research shows that reduced access to nature contributes to mental illnesses and mood disorders in city dwellers, highlighting the need for thoughtful urban design to incorporate natural elements.
The Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Kent State University, and Cleveland Metroparks have partnered to develop a new learning app called ParkApps. The app features interactive resources and games that promote informal science learning and engagement with the environment.
The University of Texas at Austin has received a $30 million NSF award to build and deploy Stampede 2, a new large-scale supercomputing system that will provide high-performance computing capabilities for thousands of researchers across the U.S. The system is expected to deliver peak performance of up to 18 Petaflops.
Researchers at the University of Missouri have developed radar and bed sensor technologies that monitor walking speed and heart rate to detect early signs of illness. These non-invasive systems provide significant benefits for older adults, allowing for timely intervention before health problems become severe.
Children can learn robotics skills from a young age, with even pre-school students showing complex conceptual thinking and creativity. Robotics provides an engaging way for students and teachers to work together, promoting problem-solving and hands-on learning.
Dr. Ben Choi's research on many-valued logic computers has the potential to increase computation speed and memory capacity, pushing the speed limit of computing. The technology could lead to faster microprocessors and improved data transfer speeds.
A team of scientists at Argonne National Laboratory created a new material called rewritable magnetic charge ice, allowing unprecedented control over local magnetic fields. This innovation could pave the way for smaller and more powerful computers or even play a role in quantum computing.
Researchers developed an algorithm using submarine and guided missile technology to measure intensity of effort in cricketers. The 'torpedo technology' wearables provide a stable measure of bowling load across repeated spells, helping coaches identify fatigue and optimize preparation.
A new study by Johan Schot and colleagues emphasizes the crucial role of ordinary people in driving a transition to a low-carbon energy system. The research identifies five key types of users who interplay to create and change technology and society's application of it, including User-Producers, User-Legitimators, and User-Citizens.
Researchers at the University of Iowa developed an iPad app called Score It to help K-12 teachers assess students' behavior, providing a digital alternative to traditional paper-based methods. The app has been piloted in eastern Iowa schools and shows promise in improving student behavior, with some teachers reporting significant success.