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See the Winners of the 44th Annual Nikon Small World Competition
This celebration of the world of microscopic photography drew almost 2,500 entries from scientists and artists in 89 countries.
Electric Spacecraft Propulsion: How Do Ion Thrusters Work?
Ion thrusters generate thrust by ionizing a gas and accelerating it out the back of the engine. New advances are opening the way to high-power ion drives capable of propelling large spacecraft in deep space.
Precision fabrication by design
When you need high-precision machining of hard materials, call Insaco.
Stabilizing Reversible Batteries Through Disorder
The stability of high-entropy oxides stems from a disordered distribution of elements.
Oregon Utility Scales Up Smart Grid Test
The smart grid technology will give customers greater energy efficiency opportunities and increased control over their energy use and carbon footprint.
A Look at Sickness and Health Apps
The changing of the seasons can bring many things: cooler weather, turning leaves and, in many cases, sickness. Perhaps your immune system blocks it all, but for those who worry, some technology in the form of apps, websites and devices is here to help.
Rackmount Networking Appliance Houses 8-core AMD EPYC Embedded 3000 Series Processor
The server can be used for networking and data centers.
Growler Getter Tote Helps Beer-Lovers on the Move
Local pubs, craft breweries and even grocery stores are offering growlers as a way to purchase craft beer. The Plastic Forming Company's Growler Getter tote can transport two 64-ounce growlers home from the pub or to a weekend picnic.
Flu Vaccine Manufacturing Efficiency Gains With Near-Infrared Spectroscopy
North Carolina State University researchers demonstrated how near-infrared spectroscopy could make cell-culture-based flu vaccine manufacturing faster and more efficient.
Watch: The Merits of Visualizing Air Quality in the Home
Would you change your habits at home if you could visualize how current behaviors impact indoor air quality?
Self-Healing Material Opens Up 'Opportunity' for Carbon Dioxide
MIT chemical engineers have designed a polymer material that can grow, strengthen and even repair itself, just by reacting with carbon dioxide from the air. The material could one day be used for construction, repair or protective coatings.
Solutions Backed by Quality
When you join Radwell International's Strategic National Account Partner (SNAP) program, you take your company beyond the quality solutions already offered by Radwell, opening up pathways to new benefits.
BNSF to Test Battery-Electric Locomotive
An award will allow the railroad to pilot several emissions-reducing technologies in and around railyards.
200 MW Solar Farm Is Underway
Peninsula Clean Energy expects the Wright Solar project to come online in late 2019.
Market Growth Spurs Investment by This Metal Products Company
The company plans to invest $100 million in North America over the next two years.
This Port Is Deploying a Microgrid to Support More Electrification
As part of the project, the port will compile and analyze 12 months of performance data and make that information available to other seaports.
BMW Plans Massive Investment in Chinese Auto Market
Total annual production capacity will rise from 400,000 units in 2017 to 650,000 units starting in the early 2020s.
Biometric Tech Tunnel Opens at Dubai International Airport
Considered the world's busiest airport, Dubai International has debuted a new smart tunnel that relies on biometric technology in lieu of passports.
Researchers on the (Garden) Path Toward Developing Blue Roses
Modern biotechnology may soon be changing the face of gardening, giving gardeners the elusive blue rose.
How New York City Restaurants Are Helping to Rebuild the City's Harbor
Over 70 restaurants throughout New York City are taking part in the Billion Oyster Project, which collects oyster shells from participating restaurants to be used in the rebuilding of the city’s eroding harbor.