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Tech companies in China in search of "good looking" tech workers
Following criticism last year for using sexist recruitment language in job advertisements, Chinese Tech companies seem to be at it again, according to reports.
Beating hospital-acquired bacterial infections with bioactive glass
A new type of antimicrobial material is synthesized using a process similar to centuries-old stained glass techniques.
Emerson adds three new models to Copeland Scroll KA compressor lineup
The models are designed for low- and extended medium-temperature refrigeration applications.
Laser removes graffiti from historic Italian bridge
The wand used at Ponte Vecchio is the first laser that can remove graffiti, according to the supplier.
Elastomer seals – How to avoid the trade-off between purity, plasma resistance, and high temperature performance
Perlast Helios is composed of the new FFKM material family, which offers excellent sealing performance at high temperatures without affecting other key material properties.
EIA: Natural gas and solar will dominate new power capacity
Natural gas and solar photovoltaics are likely to dominate new electric power generating capacity through the middle of the century.
Engineering ways to reduce clothing waste
An overabundance of inexpensive and quickly made clothing, known as fast fashion, is creating an environmental and social crisis. A new paper from environmental health researchers at Washington University in St. Louis details the problem.
Five influential female scientists and engineers for International Women's Day 2019
The day is a chance to reflect on the strides women have made to achieve equality, while also offering a look ahead at the work that needs to be done.
National Proofreading Day: Yeah, there’s an app for that
Misspellings, misplaced punctuation and incorrect grammar can affect the meaning of a piece of prose.
UK prisons trial biometric tech to deter smugglers
The U.K. prison system has recently completed a trial of facial recognition technology and iris scanning to deter smugglers.
Purdue cybersecurity experts create tool to solve cybercrimes
Purdue University cybersecurity experts have created an all-in-one toolkit that can help law enforcement solve cybercrimes.
Advanced Motion Controls launches the FE060-25-EM and the FlexPro drive family
The FE060-25-EM drive runs on 10 to 55 V DC, communicates over EtherCAT and supports incremental encoder and BISS C-Mode feedback.
Art and green spaces in urban environments make people happier, social and more trusting
A new study from the University of Waterloo’s Urban Realties Lab found that green urban spaces increase people’s happiness, well-being and social connections.
Improve your waste grease recycling process with DSI
Most brown grease from waste traps has historically ended up as landfill, but recognition of its value for production of fertilizer, biodiesel and other products, as well as more stringent EPA regulations, are driving a trend of brown grease recycling.
Video: Witness the Big Bang on a smartphone
The complimentary app provides a seven-minute guide from the evolution of atoms and molecules to the formation of stars, planets and the universe as we know it.
Company paves roads with plastic
A Scotland-based company is turning discarded plastic bags and water bottles into roadways.
New alloy proves tough enough for fusion reactor service
Irradiation of the new class of refractory high entropy alloy showed no sign of radiation-induced dislocation loops or defects.
Database tracks global water use trends, 1971 to 2010
Global data set shows monthly water use by irrigation, manufacturing and other uses, helping researchers to analyze water use by region and season.
Study: Female scientists get roughly $40,000 less in funding than their male counterparts
According to research from Northwestern Medicine, female scientists earn less in federal funding than their male counterparts, which could hinder their research and careers.
Solar-hydrogen system designed for home use
A device has been engineered that combines solar energy and ambient water vapor to produce an impressive daily average of 250 liters of hydrogen.