A study by Michigan Medicine reveals that 25% of young American men experience both delivering and receiving technology-facilitated abuse. Healthcare providers should consider addressing this issue, as men who have mental health care visits are more likely to be involved in abusive relationships.
SourceMichigan Medicine - University of Michigan·JournalThe Annals of Family Medicine·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJan 26, 2022
A study shows that UK government trust, social norms, and privacy concerns play a significant role in the adoption of the NHS Covid-19 app. Initial enthusiasm to adopt the app was higher in urban locations, while people's concern about third-party data access fuelled reluctance to use it.
SourceUniversity of Exeter·JournalBMJ Open·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJan 17, 2022
A recent study by Xuedi Li and colleagues found that excessive screen time was associated with increased symptoms of depression, anxiety, and hyperactivity in children during the COVID-19 pandemic. The research suggests that parents should monitor their child's screen use to mitigate potential mental health effects.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateDec 28, 2021
Researchers found that Americans were less likely to respond to an email survey from a person believed to be Black than from a person believed to be white. The study, which analyzed responses from over 250,000 people, suggests that racial bias can influence everyday communication behaviors.
SourcePenn State·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 20, 2021
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Meta Quest 3 512GB enables immersive mission planning, terrain rehearsal, and interactive STEM demos with high-resolution mixed-reality experiences.
A study of 16,000 patients with new cancer diagnoses found that those from higher socioeconomic backgrounds were more likely to use telemedicine in the months following their diagnosis. Higher socioeconomic groups also showed increased utilization of telemedicine services within 30 days of diagnosis during the COVID-19 pandemic.
In a large commercially insured population, overall outpatient care usage didn't change significantly despite increased telemedicine use. Telemedicine appeared to substitute for in-person visits, suggesting its potential as a convenient alternative.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Health Forum·DateNov 12, 2021
The PERSEPHONe project aims to create a novel technological platform for photonics based on metal-halide perovskites. Early stage researchers will be trained in materials design, device development and adaptability.
SourceIstituto Italiano di Tecnologia - IIT·DateNov 11, 2021
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Princeton researchers create a new type of antenna array that can be used in various applications, including coating airplane wings, functioning as a skin patch for medical implants, or covering a room as wallpaper. The technology uses large-area electronics to overcome limitations of conventional silicon semiconductors and enables fle...
SourcePrinceton University, Engineering School·JournalNature Electronics·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 3, 2021
A quantum search algorithm, known as Grover Adaptive Search (GAS), has been demonstrated to solve the index selection problem in index modulation faster than a classical computer. This breakthrough could lead to significant energy efficiency gains for wireless networks.
SourceYokohama National University·JournalIEEE Access·DateNov 1, 2021
Scientists have developed a new material, black phosphorous, only three atoms thick, which can control light with unprecedented precision. This breakthrough technology has the potential to revolutionize telecommunications and pave the way for Li-Fi, a light-based replacement for Wi-Fi.
SourceCalifornia Institute of Technology·JournalScience·DateOct 22, 2021
Scientists found that amorphous carbon coatings used to protect optical fibers from moisture can break down due to interaction with water molecules. The coating's thickness increases, leading to an irreversible increase in electrical resistance and a decrease in transparency.
SourceKazan Federal University·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 19, 2021
The INRS team has developed an intelligent optical chip that uses autonomous learning approaches to generate optical waveforms, paving the way for further advances in telecommunications. The device can autonomously adjust to a user-defined target waveform with strikingly low technical and computational requirements.
SourceInstitut national de la recherche scientifique - INRS·JournalOptica·DateOct 15, 2021
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DJI Air 3 (RC-N2) captures 4K mapping passes and environmental surveys with dual cameras, long flight time, and omnidirectional obstacle sensing.
There was significant growth in telemedicine use among rural Medicare beneficiaries between 2010 and 2019. The majority of this growth was attributed to care delivered by nurse practitioners and other non-physician clinicians.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Health Forum·DateOct 15, 2021
A new study published in The Lancet Digital Health found a link between screen time and myopia in children and young adults. High levels of smart device exposure increased the risk of short-sightedness by up to 80%, according to researchers at Anglia Ruskin University.
SourceAnglia Ruskin University·JournalThe Lancet Digital Health·TypeLiterature review·DateOct 7, 2021
Mathematical modeling suggests that contact-tracing apps can help achieve herd immunity by identifying individuals with greater exposure to others and targeting them for vaccination. The approach, known as 'hot-spotting,' could reduce the number of vaccine doses needed by up to half.
SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 22, 2021
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Researchers at UC San Diego developed a new UWB system that enables precise 3D localization and tracking for applications like VR, sports analytics, and autonomous robots. The system uses low power and achieves latency of just one millisecond.
SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 20, 2021
A new approach to generating quantum-entangled photon pairs uses nonlinear metasurfaces to enhance and tailor photon emissions. The researchers achieved a five-order-of-magnitude increase in the brightness of entangled photons, with a highly configurable platform that can control entanglement and direction.
SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalAdvanced Photonics·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 2, 2021
A new University of Central Florida study found that using deadline-ism messaging in climate change communications increases perceptions of the threat and support for government action. Participants who read articles with deadlines supported more political climate change action than those without deadlines.
SourceUniversity of Central Florida·JournalEnvironmental Communication·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 2, 2021
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Researchers at Technical University of Munich have developed a new machine learning algorithm that can analyze complex markets and their equilibrium strategies. This breakthrough has potential applications in auction theory, wireless spectrum auctions, and more.
SourceTechnical University of Munich (TUM)·JournalNature Machine Intelligence·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 1, 2021
A pan-Canadian randomized controlled trial is using digital communication to target common reasons for vaccine hesitancy, including age, language, and education level. Family physicians will receive tailored information to share with patients through email and text message, aiming to improve vaccine uptake.
Researchers successfully detected storm swell events and earthquakes across a nine-month observation period using the Curie cable's telecommunications data. The approach transforms the ocean's fiber optic network into a continuous, real-time earthquake and tsunami monitoring system.
SourceAmerican Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)·JournalScience·DateFeb 25, 2021
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Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars deliver bright, sharp views for wildlife surveys, eclipse chases, and quick star-field scans at dark sites.
Researchers developed a 5G indoor DAS technology that can receive millimeter wave-based broadband signals and transmit them into buildings. The technology significantly improves transmission capacity, equipment size, and deployment cost compared to conventional systems.
SourceNational Research Council of Science & Technology·DateJan 26, 2021
Korean researchers from ETRI win first and second places in the Challenge on Learned Image Compression (CLIC) with innovative AI-based video compression techniques. The team aims to optimize video compression rate and quality using multiple source technologies.
SourceNational Research Council of Science & Technology·DateAug 10, 2020
Researchers at Ben-Gurion University and National University of Singapore have developed a new method to detect connected, vulnerable IoT devices before they are compromised. This enables telcos to take preventive actions quickly and prevent massive DDoS attacks from hitting their infrastructure.
SourceAmerican Associates, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev·JournalComputers & Security·DateAug 3, 2020
ETRI successfully developed eco-friendly color CIGS thin-film solar cells with high conversion efficiency and low material costs. The innovative technology features a Zn-based buffer layer, eliminating toxic cadmium, and enables flexible substrate applications.
SourceNational Research Council of Science & Technology·JournalNano Energy·DateJul 31, 2020
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor tracks ventilation quality in labs, classrooms, and conference rooms with long battery life and clear e-ink readouts.
Researchers at Skoltech and MIPT predicted and experimentally confirmed the existence of exotic hexagonal NaCl thin films on a diamond surface. The films may be useful as gate dielectrics for field-effect transistors in electric vehicles and telecommunication equipment.
SourceSkolkovo Institute of Science and Technology (Skoltech)·JournalThe Journal of Physical Chemistry Letters·DateMay 25, 2020
A new standard for machine learning in telecommunications networks has been approved, enabling faster data transmission rates of up to 20 Gbps and reducing latency to less than 5ms. This breakthrough is made possible by the application of deep learning techniques, allowing for complex pattern recognition and network load management.
SourceUniversitat Pompeu Fabra - Barcelona·JournalIEEE Communications Magazine·DateMay 8, 2020
Researchers at ETRI developed a 400-Gbps transmitting/receiving optical engine that can provide stable and improved data transfer speeds for data centers. The technology enables real-time high-definition video streaming for 100,000 viewers simultaneously.
SourceNational Research Council of Science & Technology·DateApr 29, 2020
Researchers at ETRI have developed a compact 200Gbps optical transceiver that can send and receive twice as much data as conventional methods. This new technology is expected to contribute to solving data traffic congestion in 5G networks and provides a cost-effective alternative to existing coherent modulation technologies.
SourceNational Research Council of Science & Technology·JournalOptics Express·DateFeb 24, 2020
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Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach provides rugged GNSS navigation, satellite messaging, and SOS for backcountry geology and climate field teams.
French labor unions played a crucial role in protecting workers' mental health during the 2007 restructuring at France Telecom. The unions' efforts led to a landmark court decision holding the company and top executives accountable for
SourceCornell University·JournalSocio-Economic Review·DateFeb 12, 2020
Novel optical elements enable multiplication and division of orbital angular momentum (OAM) of light, offering a promising solution to increase information capacity of optical networks. The research results have been published in Light: Science and Applications.
SourceLight Publishing Center, Changchun Institute of Optics, Fine Mechanics And Physics, CAS·DateDec 10, 2019
The NASA-developed Photonic Integrated Circuit Tuned for Reconnaissance and Exploration (PICTURE) instrument will utilize telecommunications-inspired technologies to create a smaller, more capable spectrometer. This device aims to gather unprecedented details about extraterrestrial planets, moons, comets, and asteroids.
A European research project, 5Growth, will test nine 5G use cases in four vertical industry settings in Spain, Italy, and Portugal. The pilot tests aim to validate the performance of 5G systems for Industry 4.0, eHealth, and audiovisual entertainment applications.
A joint team of Chinese scientists has demonstrated CV-QKD transmission over commercial deployed fiber links with distances of up to 50 kilometers. The system achieved higher secret key rates compared to previous laboratory tests, overcoming challenges such as environmental perturbations and equipment losses.
SourceIOP Publishing·JournalQuantum Science and Technology·DateMay 29, 2019
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C)
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.
Researchers at the University of Extremadura have demonstrated electromagnetic invisibility of objects using an alternative technique based on filler cloaking. This method makes objects invisible from the interior without using any external device.
SourceUniversity of Extremadura·JournalScientific Reports·DateNov 26, 2018
The CiViQ project aims to develop flexible and low-cost quantum key distribution (QKD) systems that can be integrated into emerging telecommunication infrastructures. The project will also put forward novel quantum cryptography systems and protocols to offer accessible innovative services to individuals, industries, and institutions.
SourceICFO-The Institute of Photonic Sciences·DateOct 29, 2018
Researchers reconstructed the 1929 Grand Banks underwater avalanche to better understand its properties and implications for seafloor infrastructure. The study found that giant avalanches like this one pose a major geohazard to telecommunication cables and oil pipelines, with potentially catastrophic consequences.
SourceUniversity of Liverpool·JournalNature Communications·DateJul 5, 2018
The University of Sussex has successfully tested 5G technology, delivering 100 times faster broadband speeds than traditional 4G networks. This achievement paves the way for faster data rates, increased productivity, and the potential to revolutionize industries such as manufacturing and automotive.
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Scientists have created a module for quantum repeaters, enabling entanglement to be transmitted over several floors and potentially up to 20 kilometers. The breakthrough could lead to integrating quantum technologies into conventional telecommunications.
SourceSaarland University·JournalNature Communications·DateMay 22, 2018
Researchers have developed a method to study the interaction between light and twisted molecules as they transition from left- to right-handed versions. The study reveals that each route leads to different behavior, with potential applications in improving telecoms component design.
SourceUniversity of Bath·JournalAdvanced Optical Materials·DateMay 3, 2018
Researchers have used a new mathematical model to study why computer networks and electronic equipment fail when handling multiple requests. The model takes into account the unreliability of servers and predicts system performance, providing insights for optimizing real-world systems.
SourceRUDN University·JournalApplied Mathematics and Computation·DateSep 20, 2017
Researchers have produced single-photon emitters at room temperature using carbon nanotubes, enabling optically-based quantum information processing. The emitters can be tuned to telecommunications wavelengths, making them suitable for ultrasensitive sensing, metrology, and imaging applications.
SourceDOE/Los Alamos National Laboratory·JournalNature Photonics·DateJul 31, 2017
Researchers at INRS have created a breakthrough photonic system that takes advantage of the frequency domain properties of photons. The system uses on-chip devices and off-the-shelf telecommunications components to generate color-entangled quDits, which can be used for high-dimensional quantum manipulation and transmission.
SourceInstitut national de la recherche scientifique - INRS·JournalNature·DateJun 28, 2017
Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station
Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station offers research-grade local weather data for networked stations, campuses, and community observatories.
Researchers used gold spring-shaped coils to enhance interactions between light and chiral molecules, enabling detection of minute amounts. The study's findings have potential applications in pharmaceutical design, telecommunications, and nanorobotics.
SourceUniversity of Bath·JournalAdvanced Materials·DateApr 3, 2017
Researchers at Singapore University of Technology and Design have developed a compact optical amplifier that can amplify light by 17,000 times, strengthening the integrity of transmitted data. The device's efficiency enables new opportunities in low-cost broadband spectroscopy, precision manufacturing, and hyperspectral imaging.
SourceSingapore University of Technology and Design·JournalNature Communications·DateJan 5, 2017
Professor Falk's interdisciplinary research has led to breakthroughs in assistive technology and disease diagnosis. He will receive the award at Sigma Xi's annual meeting, discussing challenges posed by his work.
SourceInstitut national de la recherche scientifique - INRS·DateJul 7, 2016
GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter
GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter logs beta, gamma, and X-ray levels for environmental monitoring, training labs, and safety demonstrations.
Researchers at UT Austin break reciprocity in conventional antennas, enabling independent control of incoming and outgoing signals with large efficiency. This breakthrough technology may lead to faster data rates, improved connections, and reduced bulky systems in various applications.
SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateMar 14, 2016
Researchers at Harvard have built a polarimeter on a microchip, shrinking the widely used instrument to make it more accessible for various applications. The device provides high-performance polarization measurements at reduced size and cost, promising enhanced network security and real-time monitoring.
SourceHarvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences·JournalOptica·DateJan 8, 2016
A Washington State University study links US political polarization to the deregulation of television news following the 1996 Telecommunications Act. The researchers found that increased use of TV news is associated with higher levels of polarization, highlighting the role of media consolidation in perpetuating partisan divisions.
SourceWashington State University·JournalInternational Journal of Public Opinion Research·DateSep 25, 2015
A recent study by Georgia State University researchers found that regaining lost customers can significantly boost a company's bottom line. The study analyzed data from a US-based telecommunications company and discovered that initial trust and commitment play a crucial role in winning back customers.
SourceAmerican Marketing Association·JournalJournal of Marketing·DateJul 7, 2015
Professors Sonia Aú and Federico Rosei recognized by the CAE for their outstanding contributions to wireless communications and nanomaterials. They will be inducted as new fellows at a ceremony on June 4, 2015.
SourceInstitut national de la recherche scientifique - INRS·DateJun 4, 2015
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Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount provides precise tracking capacity for deep-sky imaging rigs during long astrophotography sessions.
A NUP/UPNA professor has developed software to connect basic instrumentation to computers, emulating costly communication equipment. This innovation enables economical experimental classes in telecommunications at universities worldwide, particularly in developing countries.
The Sopcawind project develops a multidisciplinary database to analyze the impact of wind farms on telecommunications systems, ensuring fluid design processes and minimizing potential interference. The tool facilitates wind farm development while preserving existing telecommunications systems.
SourceUniversity of the Basque Country·JournalRenewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews·DateJun 10, 2014
The device achieves low consumption by harnessing environmental energy sources. Wireless sensor networks utilizing the device have numerous applications in various fields.
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro)
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro) powers local ML workloads, large datasets, and multi-display analysis for field and lab teams.
EPFL scientists have discovered optical dissipative solitons in small millimeter-size optical resonators, producing extremely short and high-rate light pulses. This breakthrough has significant implications for applications such as astronomy, chemists' analysis, and telecommunication networks.
SourceEcole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne·JournalNature Photonics·DateDec 22, 2013
A new study by MIT researchers uses network data to show communication patterns and divisions in many major nations, including Britain, Italy, and Belgium. The study found that only a small percentage of communications cross regional boundaries, highlighting invisible borders between communities.
SourceMassachusetts Institute of Technology·JournalPLOS ONE·DateDec 18, 2013
Researchers at EPFL have discovered a method to fit pulses together within optical fibers, increasing the capacity by up to ten times. This approach reduces the unused empty space for data in the fiber, enabling faster and more reliable data transmission.
SourceEcole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne·JournalNature Communications·DateDec 4, 2013
Purdue researchers achieve significant improvement in temporal cloaking, enabling 46% of data transmission to be encrypted. This technology could enhance telecommunications security and find applications in military, homeland security, or law enforcement.
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Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) runs demanding GIS, imaging, and annotation workflows on the go for surveys, briefings, and lab notebooks.
A team of physicists has proposed a new laser system inspired by telecommunications technology to accelerate particles in particle accelerators like the Large Hadron Collider. The system aims to reduce size and cost, making it critical for future high-energy physics.
SourceUniversity of Southampton·JournalNature Photonics·DateMar 28, 2013
A new splicing technique offers an automated way to align and connect multicore optical fibers with minimal signal quality loss. This method enables the production line deployment of these high-capacity fibers, which can carry up to 10 terabits per second.