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The Johns Hopkins-led ACCURATE center will investigate electronic voting technology, public policy issues, and human behavior in the context of e-voting, seeking to improve the integrity and trustworthiness of the US electoral process. The center's research aims to develop technical standards for secure and accessible e-voting systems.
The NSF-funded ACCURATE center brings together experts to tackle the challenges of integrating technology into the voting process. Researchers will focus on building more reliable software and hardware, as well as exploring human factors and usability issues in e-voting systems.
Scientists aim to develop technology enabling sequence of a single piece of DNA, reducing cost from $10M to $1,000 or less. The goal is to cut the cost of whole-genome sequencing to enable individual genome sequencing in routine medical care.
Harvard Medical School researchers developed a new DNA sequencing technology that can sequence human genomes at a fraction of the cost using off-the-shelf instruments and chemical reagents. The technique uses fluorescent dyes to identify DNA bases, allowing for high accuracy and rapid sequencing.
Researchers from the California Institute, led by Professor Henrik Wann Jensen, unveiled innovative computer graphics techniques at SIGGRAPH. Their work includes a new method for real-time relighting of scenes illuminated by local light sources and an efficient technique to account for diffusion in multi-layered translucent materials.
Researchers at NIST and university partners find that carbon nanotubes can be sorted by length during mixing, which could lead to more affordable high-quality polymer nanocomposites. The study reveals that shorter tubes tend to congregate near the walls of mixing equipment.
Researchers at Imperial College London have developed a technology that uses naturally occurring surface roughness to create an inherent identity code for materials. This 'fingerprint' can be easily read using a low-cost portable laser scanner and provides secure authentication and tracking, eliminating the need for tags or inks.
A study by University of Illinois researchers found that bicultural participants who viewed Chinese or American cultural icons showed distinct cooperation patterns in a prisoner's dilemma scenario. Chinese icons led to higher levels of cooperation and confidence among friends, while American icons had little impact.
Researchers discover 'doping' mechanism in semiconductor nanocrystals, enabling controlled incorporation of impurities. The findings overturn a common belief that nanocrystals are intrinsically difficult to dope due to self-purification.
A computerized water monitoring system is deployed on the historic schooner The Pioneer, measuring water temperature, salinity, and dissolved oxygen in New York Harbor. Students can access data from home to learn about forecasting and environmental monitoring.
A new AAAS study emphasizes the importance of recruiting non-traditional students into computer science studies and jobs to strengthen the U.S. workforce. The report found that traditional four-year schools often fail to meet the needs of non-traditional students, who are disproportionately women and minorities.
A new $2.5 million high-tech incubator at Russell Sage College aims to increase girls' participation in STEM fields. The incubator will provide resources and support for startups, creating jobs and advancing the college's science programs.
Math Professor Suncica Canic received a Top Houston Women in Technology award for her career achievements and research on improving stent design. UH students Irene Cooperstein Cole and Barbara Nishae Brooks were awarded $10,000 Kathi Bowles Scholarships for their exemplary performance in math and computer science.
Researchers are exploring the use of interactive humanoids like RUBI and QRIO in educational environments. The robots are attending a UCSD nursery school as part of a long-term study to advance the field of real-time, social robotics.
The Wesley J. Howe School of Technology Management has been distinguished as an elite institution in its field, contributing significantly to technology management research. This recognition is a testament to the school's dedication to educating technology managers who can lead and manage innovation.
Jan Winn, associate professor at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, has been honored with the Outstanding Educator Award by the Society of Nuclear Medicine Technologist Section. She is praised for her ability to explain complex concepts and incorporate new information into her classes.
A University of Toronto study found that upgrading to R2000 homes can save up to $818 a year in energy costs. Homeowners can generate an annual cash flow of $423 by increasing mortgage payments, making energy-efficient homes a financially attractive option.
The new assessment tool, ADAPT, provides a platform for tracking participant data by demographics, activities, and institution data warehouses. The researchers found that comprehensive assessment techniques can help evaluate and revamp existing programs, leading to better outcomes and cost-effectiveness.
The Interactive Virtual Intelligent System for Scientific Inquiry in a Biology Learning Environment (INVISSIBLE) will engage students in three scenarios that simulate authentic scientific inquiry experiences. Students will analyze evidence, build hypotheses, and solve crimes to learn different approaches to the scientific method.
Temple University has secured a $1 million funding deal with SHRO to expand its biomedical research capabilities. A new molecular therapeutics program will be launched, focusing on developing novel therapeutic approaches for various human diseases.
The new Center for Future Energy Systems will focus on renewable energy and energy conservation systems, prioritizing fuel cells, smart lighting, and emerging renewable energy systems. The research aims to make New York state a world leader in energy research and generate jobs.
NASA's Goddard technologist Vladimir Lumelsky proposes developing a 'High-Tech Skin' with over 1,000 infrared sensors to enable robots to sense their environment and react like humans. This technology is crucial for carrying out NASA's Vision for Space Exploration, where humans and robots work together in unstructured environments.
Researchers found that credit card practices define consumption lifestyles and facilitate their attainment through consumption. However, some practices impede consumers from achieving desired lifestyles.
Two astronomers have used NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory to discover a shell of superheated gas around a dying star in the Milky Way galaxy. The study reveals how material ejected at two million miles per hour can heat previously ejected gas to emit X-rays, providing new insight into the persistence of such gas around dying stars.
Professor Menachem Elimelech of Yale University has been awarded the prestigious Athalie Richardson Irvine Clarke Prize for outstanding achievement in water science and technology. The award recognizes his significant contributions to understanding water quality, quantity, and public policy.
Researchers at USC's IMSC have developed new haptics systems that challenge stroke patients to perform tasks like grasping, pinching, and squeezing in virtual environments. These interfaces provide precise control over rehabilitation programs, allowing physical therapists to tailor exercises to each patient's level of impairment.
NJIT digital poetry expert Dr. Funkhouser will teach a course on hypermedia writing and lead a creative multimedia workshop in Malaysia. He aims to integrate disparate forms of expression into useful hypermedia documents by leveraging database programming.
Researchers developed an Interactive Scanning Electron Microscope (iSEM) system to simulate the capabilities of a $200,000 analytical instrument in classrooms. Students can measure and analyze objects in detail, simulating real-world experiments previously only accessible to graduate students.
Researchers have developed a new technology that uses DNA methylation profiling to detect cells in the lung likely to become cancerous. The method combines high-powered microscopes with the capability of analyzing many samples at a time, providing a breakthrough in identifying high-risk individuals.
The Team for Research in Ubiquitous Secure Technology (TRUST) center aims to develop new technologies to design, build, and operate trustworthy information systems. The researchers will focus on developing secure embedded systems, integrating trusted components, and creating information management software tools.
The TRUST consortium, funded by NSF's Science and Technology Centers program, aims to create new technologies that make computer software and networks inherently secure. Researchers will focus on protecting against attacks, ensuring data integrity, and developing tools for building trustworthy systems.
The study reveals that individual differences in naïve beliefs regarding self-control affect personal goals. It challenges the conventional assumption that success at achieving goals is a manifestation of effective self-control.
Students at three African universities will be able to test and probe microelectronic devices remotely, thanks to a partnership with MIT. The project aims to enhance science and engineering education in Africa, with cultural-exchange components and faculty collaborations.
A recent national technology study reveals that research universities are significant economic accelerators, generating patents, commercial licenses, and businesses. Top-performing institutions such as Stanford University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) demonstrate remarkable success in fostering innovation.
The American Chemical Society has recognized Schering-Plough's unique contribution to the ACS Scholars Program, providing grants of $50,000 to support 20 freshmen students each year. The program has awarded $8 million in scholarships to nearly 1,500 talented minority students with financial need since its inception.
Researchers used PET/CT to diagnose foot infections in diabetics by detecting glucose uptake with labeled radiotracer 18F-FDG. This approach facilitated better localization of infection and structural changes in bone and soft tissues, showing promise for more accurate diagnoses.
Researchers at Kansas State University have created a system using personal digital assistants that allows instructors to assess students' understanding in real-time. This technology enables instructors to provide individualized feedback, promoting active learning and social interaction among students.
Martin Bengtsson, a young Swedish physicist, has been awarded the first Best Paper Award by the Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry Journal. His paper introduces a method to decrease laminar flow in microchannels without adding moving parts, which could become an important tool in microreactor technology.
Belanger will teach a master's level class on strategic information systems and conduct doctoral seminars at the Technical University of Lisbon's School of Business and Economics. She focuses on telecommunication technologies in organizations, particularly distributed work and electronic commerce.
Researchers used Doppler radar-like technique to track gas around the center of NGC 4395, measuring a mass less than a million solar masses - about 100 times smaller than others of its type. This discovery provides insight into midsize black holes and their role in galaxy formation.
New brain imaging technologies have the potential to treat and diagnose depression, as well as detect fetal abnormalities. However, questions remain about their clinical implications and how they should be used in research studies.
Researchers unveiled a new breed of energy-efficient bipedal robots with a human-like gait. The robots use passive-dynamic walking devices to reduce power consumption, enabling applications in prosthetic devices and robotic control.
The UK has created several programs to recruit, retain and promote women in science, engineering and technology. The programs will feature opportunities for study abroad, research, investment and trade with the UK.
Carnegie Mellon University is partnering with United Defense to develop a semi-autonomous unmanned ground vehicle (TUGV) for the US Marine Corps. The Gladiator TUGV will provide remote scouting, reconnaissance, and surveillance capabilities to increase human survival and reduce risk.
Researchers at Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health have developed a new technology platform that can identify multiple pathogens simultaneously, providing high sensitivity and breadth. This breakthrough has the potential to revolutionize differential diagnosis and detection in various fields, including clinical medici...
Researchers developed a new method to evaluate complex systems, finding four types of benefits: measurable, tangible, intangible, and unrealized. The scenario-based evaluation (SBE) approach encourages consideration of contextual factors and provides rich recommendations for system redesign and organizational initiatives.
A study by Boston College and UMass found that students' MCAS English/Language Arts exam scores improved when they used computers to write papers for school, but decreased with recreational computer use. The study controlled for home learning environments and teacher practices.
The Global Technology Confidence Index reached a new high in Q4 2004, driven by strong increases in Latin America and North America. Meanwhile, executives prioritize innovation management and technology alignment for business growth.
Researchers at CERN and European universities have re-evaluated the primary reaction creating carbon in stars, modifying the rate of this process. The findings suggest that the amount of carbon produced in the first stars was twice as fast as previously thought, with implications for element production in supernovae.
Researchers have developed an imaging chip that can capture images with more detail, even under harsh lighting conditions. The new device uses a software program called Shadow Illuminator to balance exposure and improve contrast, revealing hidden textures and details in images.
Biomedical technologies aim to improve appearance, emotions, and overall well-being through enhancements. However, experts Arthur Caplan and Carl Elliott debate the ethics of these technologies, citing potential side effects and societal consequences.
Professor Xiaolian Gao's research develops a technology to mass-produce multiple genes on a single chip, reducing costs and time factors by 100 times. This breakthrough has the potential to create complete functioning organisms, produce energy, neutralize toxins and make drugs.
HydroGlobe's patented water-filtration technologies will be licensed to Graver Technologies, treating potable water supplies at home and municipal levels worldwide. Stevens President Harold J. Raveché validates the acquisition as a major recognition of pioneering work in environmental technology innovation.
A new microchip has been invented at the University of Alberta, promising to revolutionize small devices with low power needs. The chip uses analog decoding technology to consume extremely low levels of power, making it ideal for applications like implantable health care devices and ultra-high-speed communications systems.
Sandia is testing five innovative arsenic-removal technologies at a geothermal spring in Socorro, New Mexico, as part of the Arsenic Water Technology Partnership. The pilot test aims to develop cost-effective water treatment solutions for small communities impacted by the new EPA standard.
The Global Technology Confidence Index post-election survey found that US tech firms are optimistic about the re-election of President Bush, with over half believing it will benefit their industry. The report also revealed mixed views on business and technology confidence, with some regions experiencing a sharp decline in optimism.
Dr. Boswell is recognized for his achievements in civil and environmental engineering projects, including the Secaucus Interchange and Southern New Jersey Light Rail Transit System. He has also received numerous awards for his community service and entrepreneurial endeavors.
Researchers are examining dynamic allocation of spectrum to increase efficient use among multiple service providers. This could enable temporary spectrum access, useful for emergency communications and new wireless services.
The Washington University CubeSat, Bandit, is a small satellite that can dock with a medicine ball-sized mothership, making it ideal for inspection tasks. Developed by students and faculty, the satellite has the potential to disrupt spacecraft design with its innovative technology.
The development of spun carbon nanotube yarns has the potential to revolutionize engineered fabrics due to their excellent strength, toughness, and electrical/thermal conductivities. The new material is being explored for production of vests, soft body armor, medical devices, and other applications.