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Researchers used Laser Induced Incandescence to investigate optimal engine conditions that reduce soot emission. Measurements revealed that neither engine load nor fuel injection system affected primary particle size, but other settings can improve combustion.
The Integrated Marine Program and College Training (IMPACT) Project has been successful in preparing low-income, first-generation students for postsecondary education. With a 95% success rate, the program helps students prepare for college through hands-on activities, lectures, and computer-based training.
Strauf's research enables high-efficiency single photon generation, paving the way for scalable quantum computation. The team developed a novel microcavity structure and electrical gates to achieve a net single photon generation rate of 100 MHz.
A team of researchers from Stevens Institute of Technology and Merck has discovered the biosynthetic pathway for a novel antibiotic called platensimycin. The study reveals that platensimycin is produced by the Streptomyces platensis bacterium through a unique biochemical process.
The University of Texas at San Antonio has been awarded a $375,000 grant from the National Science Foundation to build and support new research laboratories in manufacturing engineering. The center aims to work with industrial partners and provide education and training opportunities for students.
InStream Media, developed at Stevens Institute of Technology, has signed a distribution agreement with BIG Interactive to distribute its Steganographic Embedded Non-Invasive Advertising platform in Singapore. The platform uses advanced steganography for interactive and consumer-initiated advertising with instant feedback.
A new smartpen and paper technology developed by Livescribe aims to enable blind college students to learn complex STEM subjects like physics, calculus, and biology. The technology allows students to explore diagrams and figures through touch and audio, making it more accessible and interactive.
Researchers at Stevens Institute of Technology are developing functional polymers modified surfaces that can prevent bacterial adhesion and sensitize formed biofilms for antibiotic treatment. This project aims to combat the fourth leading cause of death in the US, hospital-acquired infections and diseases.
Researchers found that plasma treatment can convert carbon nanotube surfaces from hydrophobic to hydrophilic, allowing for instant wetting and contact angles of less than 10°. This breakthrough could pave the way for carbon nanotube incorporation into various applications.
Researchers at Trinity College Dublin have developed a new method for growing controllable densities of interconnect type multiwall nanotubes with high proportions of Y-junction and multiple junction nanotubes. This breakthrough enables fine-tuning of junction structures through control of initial conditions and processing parameters.
Scientists from University College Cork, Dalian University of Technology, and Cardiff University developed a method for synthesizing bamboo-structured carbon nanotubes. The study found that catalytic nanoparticles played a key role in the synthesis process and acted as nucleation seeds for growth.
The Carnegie Mellon team's winning letter addressed the presidential hopefuls' positions on environmental policies, calling for strong leadership to drive a sustainable energy solution. The students won a $10,000 scholarship and will attend the Energy Efficiency Forum.
The Peking-Yale Joint Center will receive continued and expanded support from Monsanto, enabling graduate student exchanges and plant biology-related programs. The center aims to improve crop production by advancing understanding of plant biology.
Four Stevens Institute of Technology professors received Bright Ideas Awards for their outstanding business research, including Sherwat Ibrahim and M. Hosein Fallah. The awards recognize their innovative work in technology management and information technology.
A university-industry team led by Virginia Tech is developing a low-cost dry beneficiation technology for India to increase energy production and reduce carbon dioxide emissions. The project aims to test advanced technologies for cleaning coal, increasing thermal efficiencies and reducing CO2 emissions by up to 45%.
The Center for Biological Interfaces of Engineering at Clemson University will create identical tissue samples using inkjet printing to study breast cancer causes and progression. The multi-disciplinary research team aims to understand how environmental conditions stimulate breast cancer development.
The project aims to create 'smart, self-assembling nano-biomaterials' that can control bacterial adhesion on synthetic surfaces. Successful development of these materials will enable the creation of more resistant biomedical implants.
Researchers used fMRI to investigate a woman's guilt in a poisoning case. The study found that when she agreed with her accusers' account, her brain activated extensive regions, indicating potential deception.
Stevens' China Program, an online teaching and learning program, has been named 'most outstanding' by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation. Over 160 students are now enrolled or have earned master's degrees in various fields.
SPOC, a technology company at Stevens Institute of Technology, has developed a proprietary point-of-care medical diagnostic system to pinpoint specific myofascial trigger points causing pain. The $300,000 investment from Connecticut Innovations will help SPOC continue its development and reach its market potential.
ResearchChannel will broadcast live performances by local bands and compelling speakers from the science and research community, using advanced technology to stream uncompressed high-definition video. Participants can interact with the performers and watch live broadcasts through the ResearchChannel Web site and KEXP's site.
Researchers will use high-tech LifeShirts to monitor cardiovascular and respiratory systems, while thermal imaging cameras capture video of fire scenes. The goal is to improve firefighter safety and reduce deaths caused by heart attacks.
The Project Management Institute (PMI) has awarded Stevens education partners, Boeing and Novations Group, the Professional Development Provider of the Year Award. The partnership offers Boeing employees training in project management through Novations University Series, resulting in a joint Master's Certificate upon completion.
Provost George P. Korfiatis receives Firepower Award for his contributions to technology R&D and defense preparedness posture. He has led over 200 major research projects worth $30 million and advised numerous organizations.
BASF and Harvard University have established the BASF Advanced Research Initiative to promote innovative collaborations and develop new technologies. The initiative aims to explore various areas, including applied physics, chemical biology, and materials science, with a focus on developing new products and processes.
Researchers create artificial plant chromosomes from small rings of naturally occurring plant DNA, allowing for the introduction of multiple genes at once. The technology enables more consistent and controlled expression, potentially increasing agricultural productivity and improving biofuel production.
The grant will support the creation of a national Weapons and Protective Systems Technologies Center of Excellence, focusing on less-lethal munitions and devices, school safety, and pursuit management. The center will be managed by Col. Andrew F. Mazzara and supported by various academic departments and faculty.
A new book by Stevens Institute of Technology showcases the importance of leadership and people skills in project management. The book features three studies on the impact of leadership, project spirit, and conflict management on project success.
Dr. John Greally and his team will develop high-throughput assays using high-throughput sequencing to analyze the human epigenome. They aim to identify patterns of epigenetic regulators and gain insights into how these mechanisms control genes.
Researchers have developed a new technique that combines gene chip technology with fast-sequencing machines to enable rapid and accurate sequencing of specific genomic sequences. This technology has the potential to replace traditional methods such as PCR for many purposes, allowing for faster and more efficient genome sequencing.
The US IT job market is experiencing a surge in demand for skilled professionals, but the supply of qualified candidates is dwindling. The SIM 2007 Survey found that retaining IT professionals has surpassed IT-Business alignment as the top concern for executives.
Penn State has launched a major research alliance with Chevron to develop advanced coal conversion and carbon dioxide management technologies. The partnership aims to promote energy innovation, train new generations of experts in energy, and educate the public about energy issues.
A transderivational search engine will be developed to help people discover connections between text, audio, image, geometry, and motion data. The researchers aim to enhance the synaesthetic effect in analogy generation and advance artificial intelligence through this technology.
A Brown University team has won the International Science and Technology Visualization Challenge with their visualization of bat flight, revealing fine details of wing and body movement during flight. The winning entry showcases the team's innovative use of motion-capture technology to capture the aerodynamics of bat flight.
Stevens Institute of Technology has been recognized for its consistent success in technology education, with a focus on innovation and collaboration. The university's four schools are working together to address major thrust areas in the 21st century, including systems management, security, and multi-scale engineering.
A Queensland University of Technology research team has received $280,000 in funding to investigate how to make technology easier for older people to use. The study aims to improve the design of complex interactive devices, such as healthcare products, to reduce errors and save lives.
Researchers will develop new methods for understanding software design expertise, using diagram analysis to reveal cognitive structures of designers. The project is embedded in a course in design, allowing for real-time study of design as it happens and improved instruction.
Yanczura supported the activation of the new Oxygen Generation Assembly on the International Space Station (ISS) and developed a real-time data connection system. He also trained the Hamilton Sundstrand staff on using the new technology, establishing it as a self-sustained project.
Experts weigh in on the implications of personal genomics, considering what is possible now and in the future. They address potential ethical and legal issues that will arise with such technology.
The University of Manchester is leading UK involvement in the £1.1 billion Square Kilometre Array project, which will create a detailed map of the sky and allow astronomers to test Einstein's theory of relativity and search for signs of alien life.
Dr. Rajarathnam Chandramouli is leading a three-year project grant to research and develop software defined radio-based cognitive radio technologies for public safety radios to optimize spectral efficiency. The proposed protocols aim to create broadband connections for quality of service in public safety bands.
Yu aims to overcome limitations in current bone grafting procedures by developing biodegradable polymeric 3D scaffolds with optimal porosity and surface area, enabling nutrient transport and cell penetration for successful repair of large bone defects.
A new approach to detect life on Mars, based on technology similar to pregnancy test kits, was successfully launched into space. The Life Marker Chip experiment has the potential to detect trace levels of biomarkers in the Martian environment.
The SESAME project is developing a unique, integrated computer system that substantially increases data available to coaches during training sessions. This will enable coaches to provide near-instantaneous feedback on athlete technique, improving performance and reducing injury risk.
Revolymer's Clean Gum boasts great taste, easy removal, and potential for environmental degradation. The technology uses an amphiphilic polymer to alter interfacial properties, making it less adhesive to common surfaces.
Prof. Hugh Herr's groundbreaking work in biomechatronics has led to the development of new prosthetic innovations that enhance mobility and quality of life for thousands of people with physical challenges. His research focuses on human amplification and rehabilitation systems, enabling leg amputees to walk faster and more stably.
The University of California, Irvine, has received a $5 million gift from Edwards Lifesciences to establish a center focused on researching and developing the next generation of cardiovascular devices. The center will promote collaboration among students, faculty members, and experts in various disciplines.
The Lancet study highlights the potential of energy efficiency and technology to reduce temperature-related death and illness, as well as alleviate fuel poverty. Implementing renewable energy production and restructuring plans for built environments could lead to significant benefits for urban air quality and health.
Penn State has taken over NASA's Aerospace Education Services Program, shifting its focus from one-time school visits to university-based summer courses. The program aims to make science come alive in students and teachers across the nation, using innovative technologies like GeoWall.
The Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging has revised its nuclear medicine technologist's scope of practice, reflecting changes in technology and molecular imaging. The updated document includes procedures such as CT scans and administering contrast.
The Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics has awarded the 2007 SIAM Student Paper Prizes to Thomas T. Bringley, Nir Gavish, and Kristoffer G. van der Zee for outstanding papers in their fields.
Scientists at the University of Sheffield have developed a long-acting growth hormone that can promote growth over ten days with just one injection. This technology could reduce the need for frequent injections in children and adults with growth hormone disorders.
Stevens Institute of Technology has received $164,000 to accelerate the commercialization of two technologies: an intelligent multi-network router/radio and a surveillance camera capable of detecting chemical and biological agents. The funding supports job creation and establishment of New Jersey as a model for homeland security.
Researchers from Oxford University and the University of Illinois found that contemporary consumers can read abstract images as statements of product attributes. The study's findings suggest a new unifying theory for understanding consumer response to images in global branding.
Dr. Svetlana Sukhishvili has been awarded a National Science Foundation grant to direct the 'Materials World Network' project. The project will collaborate with researchers from Moscow and Stevens Institute of Technology to develop responsive micelles at surfaces.
Long-term memory retrieval in abstinent alcoholics shows lower brain activity in key regions, indicating latent lesions or subclinical pathology. This suggests that brain damages from alcohol use can occur without apparent cognitive impairments.
Renowned chemists and inventors to share revolutionary research developments in nanotech, biotech, and beyond. The symposium will focus on commercializing new technologies that promise to improve human health and productivity.
Researchers at the University of Minnesota have discovered that a CEO's attention to future events and external activities significantly predicts a firm's early adoption and invention of new technologies. By analyzing annual reports, they found that CEOs who focus on future-oriented language lead to faster innovation development.
Researchers at Purdue University have developed a new technology using tiny 'ionic wind engines' that could dramatically improve computer chip cooling. The technology increased the heat-transfer coefficient by as much as 250 percent, outperforming existing methods.
TableSeer automates table extraction and searching across documents, improving efficiency for researchers. The engine's innovative ranking algorithm, TableRank, also identifies frequently cited tables in search results.