Articles tagged with Education Technology
Lawrence Krauss, a prominent astrophysicist, has won the AAAS Public Understanding of Science and Technology Award for his efforts to improve communication between scientists and the public. His work aims to promote scientific literacy and critical thinking, particularly in addressing creationism in public schools.
Researchers found that subjects with intellectually skilled professions, such as engineering or teaching, had 17% more synapses than those with less education. This suggests that professional training may lead to the formation of new synaptic connections between neurons.
Professor Brian Alters' three-year project will partner with six nearby school boards and develop hands-on science activities for elementary and secondary teachers. The goal is to improve K-12 teaching and excite students about learning science, benefiting over 80,000 students.
The Western Regional Meeting of the American Chemical Society will feature over 300 papers on topics such as environmental science and organic/biochemistry. Dr. Jerome Karle, a Nobel Prize winner, will address the conference.
The National Science Foundation's high-tech national supercomputer grid will be used in education, outreach, and training. Hands-on demonstrations of cutting-edge research and educational learning environments will be showcased at the conference.
The Alliance Chautauquas showcase the Access Grid, an experimental system linking people in virtual spaces for teamwork, remote training, and distance education. Key features include audio interactions, video presence, and shared applications.
The Alliance Chautauqua at Boston University brings together researchers, artists, and visitors to explore virtual labs and interact in real-time. The event showcases emerging technologies that facilitate remote collaborative work environments.
The NSF award establishes a Center for Behavioral Neuroscience, focusing on complex social behaviors and emotions. The center will study brain mechanisms and develop powerful new technologies.
International documents from the Antarctic Treaty System are now available in an easily-searchable database on the World Wide Web. The technology provides a visual display for collapsing large amounts of information into an expandable hierarchical structure.
The Visualization of Information Tool (VisIT) graphically displays search results, allowing users to add, delete, and rearrange sites. This tool is expected to make searches more efficient and fruitful for anyone using the web, particularly teachers and students who can use it to organize knowledge in a more intuitive way.
A new spin-off company, Chirologix Pharmaceuticals Inc., will be formed to research and develop promising antibacterial agents. The company has secured a $750,000 round of financing led by the Western Technology Seed Investment Fund.
The Office of Naval Research has developed a system that uses complex mathematical steps to filter out unwanted material in surveillance images and locate land mines. This new technology can find above-ground mines in an aerial picture in less than a minute, producing results superior to existing systems.
The new gradiometer has the potential to revolutionize submarine navigation and underground structure detection, offering improved accuracy and reduced costs. Its commercial applications include geophysical mineral exploration and archaeological studies, enhancing our understanding of hidden pathways and structures.
The donation will aid researchers in developing composite materials for recyclable automotive parts, low-cost aircraft parts, and bridge beams. The gift includes thermoplastic composites technology patents and related materials.
A well-designed learning environment impacts teachers and students physiologically, emotionally, and psychologically. The PCs for Families project aimed to create a technology-rich networked classroom that integrates technology into the fabric of the classroom while minimizing distractions. Ergonomic design considerations included ligh...
The MIT microchip can store and release different chemicals on demand from tiny reservoirs built into its silicon structure. This technology has the potential to revolutionize fields such as diagnostics, drug delivery, and wearable technology, by allowing for precise control over chemical releases and enabling new applications like imp...
Klaus Toepfer warns of a growing global conflict over natural resources, particularly water, as the world's population is projected to increase dramatically. He advocates for monitoring drinking water reserves, cooperative agreements, and economic incentives for new technologies to promote water conservation.
The National Library of Medicine (NLM) announces 24 contract awards totaling $2.3 million to develop innovative medical projects leveraging the capabilities of the Next Generation Internet (NGI). These projects aim to improve data transfer, security, and usability in healthcare settings.
UK entries made up over half of finalists in the biennial European Academic Software Awards, demonstrating a growing commitment to quality educational software. The full list of EASA finalists can be viewed online.
The website provides a comprehensive educational program on genetics, genetic testing, diagnosis, counseling, and cancer risk assessment. It features three levels of education for different audiences and includes case scenarios, problem sets, and moderated discussion groups.
The editorial emphasizes the need for improved scientific literacy, citing a 'dangerous ambiguity' in definitions of the issue. The authors argue that promoting scientific literacy requires a new way of teaching, stressing long-term process over short-term results.
The new microfluidic-NMR system enables high-performance capillary electrophoresis separations and simultaneous NMR spectroscopy, facilitating the development of desktop spectrometers. The technology has significant applications in drug discovery and combinatorial chemistry.
The report highlights the need for clinical microbiologists to integrate new technologies with existing methods to provide high-quality service. It emphasizes the importance of rapid laboratory turnaround times, particularly in outpatient settings, where clinicians require timely results to inform treatment decisions.
Standardized tests differ significantly in content and format, making it challenging to compare scores across unrelated tests. The National Research Council committee found that an equivalency scale is not feasible due to these differences.
Penn State's Pennsylvania Transportation Institute (PTI) will conduct research, education, and technology transfer programs for PennDOT through the five-year, $15 million agreement. PTI will also assist in assembling focused teams from universities and colleges to support PennDOT's projects.
A Virginia Tech student group, led by Kimberly Phillips, has been named a semi-finalist in the TI Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Solutions Challenge. They have developed a theoretical design to triple cellular communications system capacity and improve reliability of wireless calls, promising reduced tower size and increased range.
A panel of leading research chemists will discuss new ways to fight disease, gene mapping and sequencing's impact on chemistry and medicine, and improving standard living through chemistry. Technologies like buckytube fibers and nanomaterials will also be explored.
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University have developed a robot called BOA that removes asbestos from pipes, meeting OSHA and regulatory requirements. The device operates 10 times faster than humans, offering a safer and more economical solution to the nation's environmental problem.
A new orthopaedic brace has been developed to help paraplegics regain independence. The SEPRIX device supports the torso, legs, and allows bending of knees during walking, facilitating rehabilitation and everyday life.
Researchers at the University of Florida are adapting space-age technology to improve citrus farming efficiency in the state. The team, led by Professors Jodie Whitney and John Schueller, is using precision agriculture techniques to help farmers optimize their fields and reduce costs.
A new study by Cornell University labor economist Francine D. Blau found that less-educated women, particularly high school dropouts, are experiencing a deteriorating economic status. They have seen their wages fall and their level of participation in the labor market rise at a slower pace than more highly educated counterparts.
The University of Maryland Medical Center has implemented a telemedicine system to assess stroke patients in real-time during ambulance rides, reducing evaluation time by up to 20 minutes. This technology enables the transmission of blood analysis, vital signs, and neurological symptoms to doctors' computer screens.
The discipline of human factors/ergonomics aims to improve people's health, safety, and comfort through the application of human-system interface technology. Despite its potential to make a difference in quality of life, organizations often fail to recognize its value, citing added costs as a reason.
In February, join the BirdSource Great '98 count to help scientists learn more about North American birds by counting bird species at your backyard feeders or local parks. The project provides instant feedback through graphics and animated maps.
The University of Rochester's animation technology is part of the new MPEG-4 standard, which brings together audio, video, and animation technologies. This integration promises to make video editing more accessible and improve video quality, with features such as point-and-click ease and automatic image manipulation.
Duke engineers will develop computer software to provide students with easy-to-use simulations of imaging equipment, enhancing training of biomedical engineers and physicians. The Virtual Imaging Laboratory will also be established to teach the physics and design of diagnostic technologies.
The agreement between Virginia Tech and Singapore will focus on building a distributed content-management system for bibliographic, multilingual, full-text, image, and video information. The collaboration aims to provide an environment for more efficient and effective learning, with educators acting as facilitators and oracles.
A Virginia Tech project seeks to increase the number of women in science fields by recruiting middle school girls and teachers in five Southwest Virginia counties. The program aims to promote gender equity and provide role models for girls interested in science education.
The Society of Actuaries' annual meeting will address pressing topics such as the old-age crisis, genetic testing, and technology's impact on healthcare. The event features a keynote speech by Robert B. Reich, who will discuss how societies can cope with globalization's widening split between the haves and have-nots.
The symposium will focus on functional genomics, gene delivery, bioinformatics, and therapeutic strategies for complex diseases. The event features renowned speakers discussing transplantation strategies and improvements in recovery after central nervous system injury.
Boston University is participating in the National Computational Science Alliance to build a network of advanced computers for complex problem-solving in fields like cosmology and nanomaterials. The university will establish a regional center, MARINER, offering training and access on high-performance computing resources.
The University at Buffalo's School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences is developing a model program to teach medical students and resident physicians empathy and communication skills. The project will use standardized cases and patients to present typical situations they may face in their practices.
A new approach to math education, developed by Dr. Alex Friedlander, focuses on investigative experiences that motivate children to discover mathematical principles. This method encourages creative problem-solving and allows advanced students to learn at their own pace.
Researchers at Cornell University have developed the world's smallest silicon mechanical devices, measuring just a few nanometers in size. These devices can be used for various applications, including modulating light signals for fiber optic communications and measuring tiny forces.
A laser-based surface-engineering process significantly reduces friction between metal or ceramic components, prolonging machine part life and increasing performance. This breakthrough technology complements traditional lubricants, enabling the use of lower-cost materials in high-performance engines.
Williams College professors Zimmerberg and Wisniewski create interactive multi-media resources to support introductory neuroscience courses, including videos and CD-ROMs for laboratory simulations. The project aims to make materials available globally for various educational levels and settings.
The American Association for the Advancement of Science reports that New England universities rely heavily on federal R&D funding, which could be cut by up to 33% by 2002. The region's economy and workforce will suffer if these programs are reduced.
The pilot program, developed by Sandia, has reduced vandalism by over 75%, vehicle theft by more than 80% and truancy by 30%. A combination of ID cards, surveillance cameras, and security technologies have helped make the school safer for students and staff.
A teleapprenticeship program is being tested in teacher education to connect students with experts, providing a learning model that benefits both on and off campus. The program has shown success in making teaching more sustainable by involving multiple people in the process.
A new study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine suggests that intensive education for doctors and special programs within hospitals are more effective in changing the kind of care dying people receive than advance care directives. The study found that sophisticated educational techniques can motivate doctors to change their be...
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University have developed Synthetic Interviews, an innovative technology that integrates various technologies to create an interactive experience. Users can ask questions and interact with Einstein through speech or typing, and view him in 3D without glasses.
The role of non-experts in science policymaking is crucial for informed decision making. Non-experts can learn enough to make intelligent decisions about funding and research, suggests expert Dr. Daniel Lee Kleinman. Democratizing science requires new policies to encourage cooperation between experts and non-experts.
The museum has developed an innovative program that allows visitors to reconstruct a fragmented clay pot, draw their own masterpiece, and play a tune on a 1,800-year-old flute using computer kiosks. This 'hands-on' approach makes objects in the museums seem more alive, providing a vast array of information about the artifacts and art o...
Engineering Animation, Inc. develops software to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of unruptured abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) using 3D visualization technology, reducing morbidity rates and improving patient outcomes.
Researchers have developed a prototype electronic house call system that enables patients with chronic diseases to receive regular care from nurses at home. The system, tested in 25 patient homes and a nursing facility, uses videoconferencing and medical devices to monitor vital signs and perform exams.
The National Science Foundation has funded eight research projects to develop petaflop computers, which would be a thousand times faster than current computers. The goal is to enable applications such as real-time nuclear imaging, computer-based drug design, and astrophysical simulations.
The National Science Foundation has awarded over $5.6 million in grants to support the Collaborative Research in Learning Technologies (CRLT) program, which aims to integrate technology with learning across all education levels.
Several California universities, including Stanford and UC campuses, receive over 80% of their R&D funding from the federal government. The latest budget proposals call for a 32% reduction in defense R&D and 25% in nondefense R&D, which could severely impact California's economic future.