Articles tagged with Technology Transfer
West Virginia University engineers are working on a $750,000 award from NASA to improve data transfer efficiency during space exploration. The team is developing AI-based algorithms that can compress data while retaining maximum information content, which could enable more efficient NASA missions and sustain Earth and solar observations.
Researchers at Purdue University and Houston Methodist have developed a novel TB vaccine formulation that enhances T cell responses to combat tuberculosis. The new vaccine uses autophagy-mediated antigen presentation, showing promising results in improving immune response.
A new genosensor, developed by a Brazilian research team, can detect the genetic sequence of SARS-CoV-2 in saliva or other body fluids with high sensitivity. The device can analyze samples in 30 minutes for a cost of less than $1 per genosensor.
Countries lagging behind in renewable energy adoption risk lower industrial competitiveness and economic instability. Uneven transition patterns can exacerbate existing international tensions, making it difficult for late decarbonizers to catch up with early movers.
A new Science article assesses the technological progress of colloidal quantum dots, which have become industrial-grade materials for a range of technologies. Advances include first demonstration of colloidal quantum dot lasing, discovery of carrier multiplication and pioneering research into LEDs and luminescent solar concentrators.
The UN Convention on Biological Diversity has released a detailed draft agreement for managing nature, proposing 21 action targets to reduce threats to biodiversity and preserve ecosystems. The framework aims to enhance ecosystem integrity, value nature's contributions to people, and share genetic resources fairly.
The ETRI team developed the world's first next-generation display technology, combining transfer-bonding processes into one process. This innovation reduced equipment investment and process time to 1/10, as well as material and repair costs by 1/100.
A team from UMass Amherst has designed a prototype charging system for smartwatches that utilizes human skin as a conductor to recharge wearable devices. The technology shows promise for developing battery-less wearables with minimal health risks.
Researchers from University of Tsukuba have demonstrated successive proton transport mechanism in a material that may be a future source of reliable primary and backup power. The study reveals the chemistry underlying this phenomenon, which has implications for improving fuel cell efficiency and stability.
Researchers at the University of Houston have developed a camera with a curvy, adaptable imaging sensor that can improve image quality in various applications. The new imager retains high pixel density and performs well even after stretching up to 30%, making it suitable for endoscopes, night-vision goggles, and fish-eye cameras.
Organic solar cells have achieved record-breaking power conversion efficiency of 18.4% using a new technology developed by Lithuanian chemists at Kaunas University of Technology. The invention has been commercialized globally and shows potential for various applications, including light-emitting diodes and organic transistors.
Scientists at Tokyo Institute of Technology and NEC Corporation have developed a novel 28-GHz phased-array transceiver that supports efficient and reliable 5G communications. The proposed transceiver features fast beam switching and leakage cancellation mechanism, leading to improved MIMO efficiency and lower latency.
Researchers at UNIGE found that digital initiatives within country offices have the strongest impact on changing ways of working, embedding new skills, and restructuring teams across the UN. The study highlights the power of bottom-up innovation, where ideas can spread from country to country, achieving scale and changing the organizat...
Purdue University engineers have developed battery-free wearable technology using silk-based coils and hydrophobic molecules for easy cleaning. These smart clothes can be used underwater, washed in conventional machines and are flexible and breathable like conventional cotton T-shirts.
Researchers at Tohoku University developed a new Quad-interface MTJ technology, featuring low RA, stable reference layer, and high-speed write operation. The Quad-MTJ has better retention characteristics, high endurance, and low power consumption, making it suitable for ultra-low-power IoT edge-devices.
A study by SMU researchers found that corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities have a positive impact on future operating performance, but only in tangible asset-intensive industries such as manufacturing and utilities. For companies in intangible asset-intensive sectors like technology, there is no significant beneficial effect.
A Singapore study explores how female students fare in STEM careers, revealing only half of graduates stay in the field. The research aims to stem the 'leaky pipeline' by investigating early exposure to female role models and group work dynamics.
A study by SMU Associate Professor Rencheng Wang found that short selling reduces opportunistic insider sales by 11% in pilot firms, deterring unethical behavior. This suggests that short sellers can play a positive role in capital market development and governance reforms across different institutional environments.
Researchers at Tokyo Institute of Technology have developed a wirelessly powered relay network for 5G systems, addressing the challenges of flexible deployment. The proposed design is both economical and energy-efficient, leveraging high-capacity millimeter-wave frequencies to enhance 5G connectivity.
A new non-shaking system was developed to reduce both vibration and shaking in transportation, protecting precision equipment and biological medical products. It combines JAXA's vibration isolation technology with Tamagawa Seiki's stabilization and anti-rocking technology.
Researchers at Purdue University have created a new device that uses composite-based nonlinear transmission lines to generate high-power microwaves for biomedical and defense purposes. The system eliminates the need for bulky auxiliary equipment, making it more portable and efficient.
Haiyan Wang developed a new approach to creating high-quality thin films used in devices for optics, acoustics, and electronics. The innovation uses a versatile nanocomposite-seeded method to create single-layer films, improving production efficiency.
A Purdue University team has created a cloud-based platform that helps manufacturers track material flows and supply network demand to optimize processes and reduce waste. The platform uses mechanistic models to update network structures for industrial interactions, enabling more accurate and reliable resource flow mapping.
Researchers have developed a temporary tattoo using organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) that can emit green light. The technology has the potential to be combined with other electronics for various applications, including fashion, sports, and healthcare, such as detecting dehydration or signaling expiry dates.
Researchers at Purdue University have developed tissue-engineered components to support larynx reconstruction after cancer or trauma. The implants utilize customized engineered tissue replacements with dynamic muscle component fabricated from patient's own cells.
A new AI tool developed at Purdue University aims to improve healthcare outcomes by analyzing patient records and comorbidities. The tool provides personalized recommendations to help patients prepare for surgery, increasing the likelihood of successful outcomes.
A novel construction robotic system developed by Purdue University uses computer vision sensing technology to automate key operations, reducing workforce shortages and increasing efficiency. The system also enables faster completion of tasks at lower costs.
The DEEPER project develops new photonic technologies to access deep brain regions and reveal molecular and cellular dysfunctions underlying neurological disorders. The project aims to develop minimally invasive tools for treating diseases such as Alzheimer's, addiction, and depression.
A Purdue University team developed a patented extraction method to separate mucilage from chia seeds, yielding a protein-rich flour with improved bioactivity. This method allows for more efficient processing of chia seeds for nutritional and pharmaceutical uses, potentially slowing signs of aging.
Akanocure Pharmaceuticals has received a $256,000 Phase I research grant from the National Science Foundation to develop an antiviral agent that stops viruses from replicating and regulates the immune system. The startup aims to treat severe COVID-19 cases and prevent future viral outbreaks.
Purdue Research Foundation and Tilson will create a neutral host technology infrastructure platform, enabling rapid deployment of 5G capabilities from multiple providers. The neutral host deployment will enable innovators to test and evaluate new technologies, including IoT, AI, edge computing, and big data.
A new study found that pregnancy rates are higher for fresh embryo transfers compared to frozen embryo transfers in cycles using freshly retrieved donor eggs. The study also showed that live birth rates remained higher for fresh embryos even when compared to frozen embryos known to contain the normal number of chromosomes.
Researchers at Purdue University developed a stabilized form of human calcitonin, a peptide hormone that inhibits bone resorption and increases bone mass. The new drug form, which is less prone to fibrillation, may provide a more effective option for osteoporosis patients.
Researchers at Purdue University have developed a system to analyze real-time visual data from millions of network cameras, providing insights into consumer behavior, economic impacts and misinformation in news media. The technology may help reduce false information and validate facts, enabling safer journalism.
Researchers found that applying an ultra-thin layer of organic film from markers or glue significantly improves the machinability of metals like aluminum, stainless steel, nickel, copper, and tantalum. This discovery reduces cutting forces, energy consumption, and manufacturing costs.
A Purdue University research team uncovered flaws in a prominent dataset used to study brain activity and decode visual perception. The findings challenge previous conclusions on the possibility of reading minds through electric brain signals.
A new study published in Nature suggests that differentiated CO2 prices combined with moderate financial transfers between advanced and developing countries can efficiently achieve fair burden sharing while keeping overall costs in check. This approach mediates the trade-off between national sovereignty and economic efficiency.
Sushil Jajodia and Massimiliano Albanese are supporting a $225,000 project on cyber knowledge management with secure information transfer for weapons systems. They provide expertise and review services to Texas-based company Knowledge Based Systems, Inc.
Researchers at Purdue University have developed a technology that enables digital communication through direct touch, allowing for secure payments and information transfer without biometric authentication. This innovation uses an "Electro-Quasistatic range" to confine signals within the body, preventing hacking and interception.
Researchers have developed a targeted therapy approach against virus-infected cells, delivering immune-activating drugs selectively into infected cells. This technology shows promise in treating influenza, COVID-19, HIV, and other enveloped viruses.
A Purdue University team has been named a quarterfinalist in the US Department of Energy's Solar Desalination Prize for their innovative technology to purify high salinity water using solar power. The NoAir system aims to use high-temperature solar heat and hybrid desalination technologies to produce clean water from saltwater.
Researchers at Purdue University have created a pearl spectrometer, demonstrating light transport-assisted information processing. This innovation has the potential to improve spectroscopy in biomedical and military applications by providing compact and efficient sensing capabilities.
Researchers have developed two novel targeted therapies to slow down or stop fibrosis progression in people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). These treatments aim to deliver potent drugs specifically to diseased cells, minimizing harm to healthy ones. The therapies will soon enter human clinical trials.
The U.S. Department of Defense has awarded Adranos a $2.1 million contract to further develop its high-performance solid rocket fuel ALITEC for long-range missile systems. This funding will support the expansion of ALITEC's utilization in prototype and operational systems, enhancing the military's range, performance, and lethality.
The Michigan Translational Research and Commercialization program awarded Wayne State researchers $270,000 to develop transformative innovation projects in AI, AR, and intelligent automation. The funding will support projects led by Jeremy Rickli, Ming Dong, and Arash Javanbakht, aiming to bring disruptive solutions to the market.
The U.S. Army's Redstone Arsenal is using VizSeek technology to instantly locate critical data in legacy engineering drawings, reducing search time from hours to seconds. The partnership with Imaginestics and Purdue University aims to improve data management and protect the United States' digital assets.
A Purdue University scientist is working on a technique that uses LED light to determine if certain chemotherapy options will work for specific patients. The method, which was published in Scientific Reports, shows promise for improving personalized medicine and reducing side effects.
Researchers used spider web architecture to create deformable and reliable electronics for seamless 3D interface. The technology enables a large field of view and wide-angle antireflection, useful for biomedical and military imaging purposes.
A new machine learning model has been developed to help characterize compounds in the development of new drugs. The model uses tandem mass spectrometry and is based on a small amount of positive and negative training data, making it useful for automating characterization of compounds by chemists.
Gryfn, a Purdue University-affiliated agbioscience startup, is growing its space and expanding into new markets with its multisensor drone data collection technology. The company has added team members, evaluated new technologies, and is actively recruiting a research scientist to empower the future of agriculture research.
Researchers have created ultrapotent compounds to treat Clostridioides difficile (C. diff), a leading cause of healthcare-associated infections in the US. The compounds show significant advantages over current antibiotics, including minimum inhibitory concentration values as low as 0.003 μg/mL and improved prevention of recurrence.
Researchers at Purdue University have developed a new small molecule to combat vancomycin-resistant enterococcus (VRE), a leading cause of hospital-acquired infections. The molecule has been shown to target and treat VRE in both systemic circulation and the gastrointestinal tract, offering a potential solution to this deadly superbug.
Purdue University innovators developed a wearable solution to treat antibiotic-resistant infections, allowing patients to receive treatment from home. The low-cost patch and battery-powered device deliver ozone therapy to accelerate healing.
Purdue engineers have developed a simple printing process that renders any paper or cardboard packaging into easy-to-use human-machine interfaces. The technology allows for the fabrication of vertical pressure sensors without external batteries, harvesting energy from user contact.
A UTA researcher is developing an AI-based system to refine traditional measurements of bridge structural health by accounting for variables like truck types and traffic conditions. The goal is to provide more accurate load parameters and improve the overall integrity of bridges.
Researchers study how SMEs successfully commercialize inventions, identifying key factors such as clear clients and open innovation culture. The project aims to develop interventions like training programs to increase licensing of external solutions.
Researchers have designed new hydrogels that can mimic the environment of lymph nodes, where T-cells proliferate and multiply. The hydrogels are made from polyethylene glycol and heparin, allowing them to anchor cytokines and promote cell migration and proliferation.
Adranos has obtained significant funding from the US Army to develop and test its ALITEC solid rocket fuel in hypersonic research. The technology is expected to increase firing range for both traditional solid rocket motors and air-breathing systems, maximizing end-to-end system performance.
The Purdue team's disinfection method uses edible materials and FDA-approved food coloring dyes to kill airborne pathogens. The technology has been patented and is being licensed for commercialization, with potential applications in medical settings and public spaces.
Researchers at Purdue University have created an image- and video-based application using OpenCV algorithms that detects suspensible dust concentration, allowing employers to take safety measures before explosive atmospheres form.