Articles tagged with Technology Transfer
Dr. Ben Conley has invented a metamaterial to bring full-spectrum infrared to warfighters, expanding sensed spectrum and improving visibility in caves and tunnels. The technology will not add weight or require additional battery power.
NETenergy will commercialize its hybrid thermal energy storage technology to reduce cooling costs in commercial buildings. The $500,000 grant from the DOE will help construct a hybrid HVAC prototype and develop it for commercialization.
Researchers have developed a unique approach using augmented reality tools to provide surgical expertise to less-experienced doctors in war zones and natural disasters. The system uses computer vision algorithms to track and align virtual notes and marks with the surgical region, allowing trainees to remain focused on the procedure.
A global study standardizes FRET measurement technology to pinpoint molecular distances at the nanoscale. This breakthrough enhances understanding of molecular machines and processes that underpin life.
Purdue University researchers are developing a photoacoustic tomography system that provides real-time compositional information of body tissue without contrast agents. The technology has the potential to detect or monitor diseases such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer.
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has developed a new method of single-particle tracking based on machine learning, achieving higher accuracy and automation than current techniques. The technique is widely used in physical and life sciences to track individual particles such as viruses, cells, and drug-loaded nanoparticles.
Researchers at NIST and WTEC advocate for a collaborative approach to nanoparticle manufacturing, highlighting the importance of sharing knowledge and resources across disciplines. The study identifies common challenges in material, process, and application, suggesting that solving these problems could advance the entire enterprise.
A new study finds that advanced imaging software can diagnose large vessel occlusion in stroke patients more accurately, reducing transfer delays and improving outcomes. By streamlining care, hospitals can provide EVT treatment sooner, leading to better patient recovery.
A legal scholar at Singapore Management University has outlined two principles to help judges decide whether to recognize a foreign judgment that conflicts with domestic public policy. The proposed principles aim to uphold universal norms of justice while protecting community interests, guided by the concept of subsidiarity.
A KAIST research team developed a low-cost production technology for thin-film blue flexible vertical micro LEDs, achieving three times higher optical power density and longer device lifetime than lateral micro LEDs. This innovation enables the widespread adoption of micro LEDs in mobile and TV displays.
The University of Utah's Masood Parvania is developing microgrid controllers that can distribute electrical power more efficiently and securely in case of a power outage. His team will test these technologies on a new laboratory setup, also aiming to educate the next generation of power engineers.
A study by Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology reveals that live-cell imaging can detect chromosomal abnormalities in bovine IVF embryos, increasing pregnancy success rates. The technique identifies half of morphologically transferable embryos as having nuclear/chromosomal abnormalities, which may lead to abortion.
The University of Utah Seed Fund will allocate up to $1 million to support early stage technology development and commercialization. The first recipient is Djordje Atanackovic, who received funding for a groundbreaking CAR-T therapeutic treatment for multiple myeloma.
Researchers at Purdue University have developed an instrument that can quickly and inexpensively detect trace crystallinity in pharmaceutical formulations, which is crucial for the stability and bioavailability of drugs. The instrument uses triboluminescence and can detect levels as low as 140 parts per million.
A team of Purdue researchers is developing an app and wearable technology to detect preeclampsia, a pregnancy complication that can cause organ damage and premature birth. The device uses a simple but underused tool called the supine pressor test to assess blood flow through the kidney and identify the risk for preeclampsia.
A new study published in Birth Defects Research found that frozen embryo transfer may be associated with an increased risk of large for gestational age babies. On the other hand, a review on congenital heart defects (CHD) suggests that only milder forms of CHD may be linked to assisted reproductive technologies.
Researchers from Boston University, MIT, UC Berkeley, and CU Boulder develop a method to fabricate silicon chips that can communicate with light, speeding up data transfer and reducing energy consumption. The technology is compatible with current chip manufacturing processes and could revolutionize computing and mobile devices.
A team of scientists has proposed a method to boost wireless power transfer over long distances using backward signal transmission. The study, published in Physical Review Letters, demonstrates the effectiveness of this approach in enhancing power transfer efficiency.
The university aims to improve STEM transfer student success by providing academically promising, low-income community college students with opportunities for relationships with faculty, advisors, and fellow students. PSU will offer substantial course-based research experiences and individual internships or independent research projects.
Researchers infuse cellulose nanocrystals into concrete to increase its strength and hydration, leading to faster setting times and potential sustainability benefits. The technology has real-world implications, including reducing carbon emissions from cement plants and making materials thinner and lighter.
The team aims to build a new type of computer that can speed up simulation of fusion reactors using high-speed analog computers based on RF/mm-wave circuits. This three-year project will explore how computationally intensive engineering and physics problems can be more rapidly solved.
Dr. Treena Arinzeh's bioactive composite matrix is designed to work alone or with patient's own bone marrow to repair bone defects, offering improved cell attachment, bone ingrowth and formation. The technology aims to reduce recovery time and cost associated with bone grafts.
The KAIST research team has developed flexible vertical micro LEDs (f-VLEDs) with high optical power density, improving thermal reliability and lifetime. These f-VLEDs can be used for optogenetics to control animal behavior and are suitable for biomedical applications.
A new architecture miniaturizes atomic clocks using piezoelectric thin film vibration, achieving 30% reduction in chip area and 50% reduction in power consumption. The technology enables high-end frequency standards to be incorporated into wireless devices like smartphones.
Six UNIST startups, including RecensMedical and SuPine Therapeutics, have been selected for the Tech Incubator Program for Startup (TIPS) to receive business incubation spaces and funding. The program aims to promote technological innovation and support talent in growing their businesses.
Professor Franklin Bien, a renowned expert in integrated circuits, has received the 2017 IEIE Award for his groundbreaking work on wireless power transmission and communication technology. His research has led to numerous international patents and collaborations with major companies.
Researchers at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology have successfully transferred the nanostructures from the wings of black butterflies, which can absorb light over a wide spectrum and improve thin-film solar cell efficiency. The optimized nanostructures enhance light absorption by up to 200 percent.
Researchers developed a transfer technique to grow high-performance gallium nitride gas sensors on sapphire substrates, which can be transferred to metallic or flexible polymer support materials. The new process doubles sensitivity and boosts response time by a factor of six.
Chromosol's new material technology enables faster and more energy-efficient communication between chips, reducing power consumption and increasing data transfer speed. The tech has the potential to significantly reduce energy use in data centres, a growing problem with environmental impact.
Newomics Inc.'s multinozzle emitter array (MEA) technology can screen for diseases or toxins in small volumes of biological samples, improving sensitivity and throughput. This technology is designed to work with mass spectrometers to measure the structure and concentration of molecules, enabling better medicines and diagnostics.
Three WSU research teams received $1.1 million in funding to develop innovative biomedical technologies, including a smart artificial urinary sphincter and zwitterionic hydrogel-based islet encapsulation technology. The award complements Wayne State's Technology Commercialization Office and MTRAC Program.
Kimera Biotecnologia's biotech eCG has proven as effective as conventional eCG, reducing production costs by 30-50% and eliminating animal blood use. The hormone is produced in the lab, hastening puberty, inducing superovulation, and increasing fecundity.
Physicists from University of Basel create a simple and fast quantum memory that stores photons, enabling ultra-fast data transfer and potentially leading to unconditionally secure communication and super-fast quantum computers. The technology has low noise levels and can be implemented in compact setups.
This technology combines fine shape transfer, film formation, and selective thin film removing to produce high-performance microstructures at an affordable cost. Water-CARE device uses a platinum or nickel catalyst to etch surface protrusions, reducing the need for abrasive grains and chemical agents.
NYU Tandon researchers develop novel microfluidic technology to study methane hydrate formation, measuring the impact of heat transfer and mass transfer on crystal propagation rates. The breakthrough could lead to new technologies for gas separations and efficient natural gas storage.
Two scientists, Charles Perdrisat and Charles Sinclair, are jointly awarded the JSA Outstanding Nuclear Physicist Prize for their groundbreaking contributions to nuclear physics research. Their innovative techniques have significantly advanced our understanding of nucleon structure through pioneering measurements.
Researchers have redesigned a portion of an FDA-approved drug to treat Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), restoring the central nervous system's immune defenses. The new therapy may boost self-cleansing mechanism of the human brain, improving lives of millions.
Assistant Professor Yi Zhang has received a $452,257 NSF CAREER grant to study the STEM success of community college transfer students. The project aims to develop a typology of distinct subgroups and provide tailored support for transfer students.
Researchers have found that giant larvaceans, tiny plankton that live in the upper 400 meters of the ocean, filter carbon particles at higher rates than any other zooplankton. These structures sink to the sea floor, significantly contributing to moving organic materials into deeper water.
Research explores how technology transfer is hindered by incomplete information, leading to 'hold-up' situations where entrepreneurs are exploited by investors. The study finds that institutional settings play a crucial role in mitigating this issue.
Researchers found that women's math and science self-efficacy beliefs and interactions with others about transferring are crucial factors in their intention to transfer to four-year STEM courses. Additionally, diverse backgrounds and personal circumstances, such as marital status and childcare obligations, also play a significant role.
Researchers have created a new detection test for Zika that is faster and more accurate than existing tests. The new test can identify the virus in a tiny blood sample in under four hours, marking a significant improvement over current options.
A new project by Upside Energy and Heriot-Watt University aims to use machine learning and distributed AI to manage storage assets and provide real-time energy reserves. The goal is to relieve stress on the grid and reduce reliance on traditional power stations.
The UTSA SBDC Technology Commercialization Center and Office of Commercialization Innovation have secured a $500,000 matching grant from the EDA for their three-year project. This grant will facilitate knowledge transfer, technology commercialization, and entrepreneurship capacity-building activities in four regions of Texas.
Five Wayne State University research teams received MTRAC funding for their biomedical innovations, accelerating commercialization of medical devices and materials. The program supports projects from $50,000 to $100,000, promoting entrepreneurship and economic growth.
A new technique developed by Tokyo Medical and Dental University has improved bone regeneration by using double-layered cell constructs that can be transplanted onto bone defects. The technique increases the speed of bone repair and provides flexibility and durability ideal for surgical applications.
Scientists have successfully transferred massive amounts of data from ITER to Japan, paving the way for remote experiments and 'big data' analyses in fusion energy research. The achievement is made possible by a synergetic effect of collaboration between international partners.
Researchers at Aalto University have developed a method to combine several small antenna elements into a single digitally controlled antenna, which speeds up data transfer and improves reception. This new technology has the potential to reach data transfer speeds 100-1000 times faster than current phones and improve battery life.
Researchers from KAIST and KIMM developed a technology to transfer and package flexible large-scale integrated circuits (LSI) on plastics using continuous roll-processing. The technology successfully demonstrated stable memory operations under severe bending conditions.
The Department of Energy has awarded $4.4 million to advance 12 clean energy technologies, including a solar system for hydrogen fuel cell vehicles and materials for more durable dams. These technologies aim to accelerate the commercialization of cutting-edge energy solutions developed in national labs.
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.
The first wave of low-cost weather stations have been installed in Zambia, providing critically needed information for farmers and residents. The stations, built with 3D-printed parts, transmit temperature, rainfall, wind, and other weather parameters.
Researchers have developed a nanoblade that can slice through cell membranes to insert mitochondria, with successful transfer rates of up to 2%. This technology holds promise for studying mitochondrial diseases and advancing fields like infectious diseases research.
The NAI Conference featured presentations on the importance of invention in academic institutions and its impact on everyday life. The Special Section includes articles on the discovery of Lyrica and the commercialization process, while a new T&I feature profiles Nobel Laureate Steven Chu.
The APLU task force suggests that universities consider the value of technology transfer activities in tenure and promotion decisions, with a focus on merit-based recognition rather than requirement. The task force recommends flexibility in evaluating technology transfer work, weighing impact, quality, and societal benefit.
PNNL's CHAMPION software helps prevent hacks and streamlines cyber threat analysis, saving analysts time. The Micro Aerosol Disinfecting System uses activated salt spray to kill pathogens with high efficiency, making it suitable for hospitals, schools, and other enclosed spaces.
Assistant Professor Corinna Schlombs studied trans-Atlantic technology transfer and its impact on productivity in Germany following WWII. Her research reveals a distinct cultural and historical context for computer development in Europe.
The BARDOT technology uses optical scattering techniques to create a unique 'fingerprint' pattern for each pathogen, eliminating the need for reagents. This innovation has shown great promise in identifying dangerous pathogens such as Listeria, Staphylococcus, Salmonella, Vibrio, and E. coli.
The NIST robot, CROMMA, measures antenna properties with high precision and configurability, enabling faster and more accurate measurements of antennas for advanced communications, remote sensing, and imaging systems. The system uses near-field scanning technology to determine antenna gain, polarization, and pattern at long distances.
The UAEU symposium highlighted the importance of intellectual property rights and technology transfer in driving innovation and economic growth. Key speakers emphasized the need for a culture of excellence and innovation, as well as strategies for commercializing inventions and protecting intellectual property.