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New Study Reveals Invasive Plant Removal Can Improve Biodiversity in Streams
Removing invasive species will not only impact native plant species but will also impact aquatic organism biodiversity in nearby streams, according to recent research.
A Possible Solution to the Offensive Odor of Wastewater Treatment
Using common and inexpensive chemicals, researchers discovered a possible solution to the toxic and smelly anaerobic digestion (recovering energy and nutrients from wastewater sludge via microorganisms fermenting organic waste) process often used in wastewater treatment facilities.
Flexible Containment Enclosure
A versatile containment enclosure designed specifically to house automatic liquid handling robotics systems meets ISO Class 5 (Class 100) air cleanliness requirements. The Baker Company developed AeroPROTECT 360° to provide optimum personnel and environmental protection from aerosols and particulates.
Industry 4.0 — Emerging Technologies Embrace the Convergence of IT and OT
The internet of things (IoT) has penetrated the industrial sector, and as local area networks (LAN) are in large part inoperable with standard Ethernet, technology has adapted. Four key areas of development that foster Industry 4.0 and help manufacturers embrace change are dealt with by next-generation networking, processing, user interfaces and security platforms.
Debut of Robotic Masseuse in Singapore
This week, a robotic masseuse began work at the NovaHealth Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) clinic in Singapore, alongside a physician and massage therapist.
Enormous Energy Potential in Open Ocean Wind Farms
Researchers from the Carnegie Institution for Science believe that future open ocean wind farms will be able to generate over five times the energy than land-based wind farms, according to a study published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
Moscow Adds Facial Recognition Cameras Throughout City
With 170,000 surveillance cameras situated throughout the city of Moscow, granting law enforcement officials views of nearly 95 percent of Moscow apartment buildings, the Russian government hopes to nab wanted criminals.
Engineering Bacteria to Create Devices
Researchers used a colony of bacteria and gold nanoparticles to create a working pressure sensor. A similar process could be used to create many more devices.
Entrepreneur Corner: Startup Kryon Systems Gets $12 Million in Investment Capital
On October 2 the robotics process automation (RPA) startup company Kryon Systems received a capital investment of $12 million. This round was led by Aquiline Technology Growth (ATG) and Vertex Ventures.
Researchers Develop a Nanomaterial that Uses Solar Energy to Generate Hydrogen from Seawater
A new hybrid nanomaterial uses solar energy to generate hydrogen from seawater. This method is cheaper and more efficient than current materials.
3 Reasons to Use PCB Panel Routing Techniques
Most PCBs are individually routed — meaning they’re not panelized. That doesn't mean that, sometimes, sending them to a PCB assembler in a panel isn't a good idea or even required.
Study Investigates Contaminants in Drinking Water
Brazilian and American scientists have joined forces to compare water and sewage treatment systems to reveal what emerging contaminants are appearing in those environments.
An Adhesive that Heals Wounds
Called MeTro, the glue is designed to close wounds that are at risk of expanding and reopening.
Google to Offer Hands-Free Camera
Google is set to release a new camera that lets users take pictures and videos without using their hands.
Advanced Turbine Flow Meter for the Oil Field
The flow meter provides highly accurate and repeatable flow measurement of oils, water and some chemicals.
Smartphone Notifications Are Making Us Cranky
In a bad mood? Your smartphone may be to blame, according to recent research from Nottingham Trent University.
Air Turbulence Expected to Triple Due to Climate Change
Thanks to climate change, mid-air flight turbulence is expected to increase by nearly three times in the coming decades, according to a recent study in the journal Geophysical Research Letters.
Anti-Vaccination Rhetoric 'Loud' on Twitter
Despite the lack of evidence linking childhood vaccinations and autism and an uptick in recent outbreaks of diseases previously eradicated by vaccination, the anti-vaccination debate is still alive and well on social media platforms like Twitter according to a multi-year study from the University of Colorado Boulder.
An App to Aid Stranded Dolphins, Whales
The app is available for the iPhone and can be downloaded from the Apple app store.
Fabric Capable of Detecting Dehydrated Drivers
Recently warning consumers of the dangers associated with driving while dehydrated, Nissan demonstrated a new sweat sensing technology in one of its automobiles.