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Nanoparticles Stop Snake Venom from Spreading in Bite Victims
A new development from the University of California Irvine stops snake venom from inflicting symptoms in bite victims.
Wind Farms Are Not as Efficient as You Might Think
University of California Santa Barbara researchers have found that wind farms aren't reaching their full efficiency potential.
Responding to Negative Reviews May Feel Right, But Could Prompt More
A new study has found that when managers respond to online reviews of their businesses, it could spark more reviews, and specifically, more negative reviews.
A First for Flat Lenses: Full-Color Imaging
Ordinary simple lenses are limited by an inability to focus light of different colors, but metamaterials science has led researchers to create a flat lens capable of full-color imaging.
IEEE Honors Milestones in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
IEEE has recognized 192 significant achievements of technological innovation and excellence through the IEEE Milestones program. Each milestone, proposed for consideration by an IEEE member for its significance to humanity, is commemorated with a dedication ceremony and a bronze plaque at an appropriate location.
IEEE GlobalSpec Celebrates IEEE Day
As a member of the IEEE family, IEEE GlobalSpec is proud to celebrate and recognize IEEE Day 2018
Are You an Expert with a Good Idea? DARPA Wants Your Help
DARPA hopes to accelerate revolutionary advances with online collaboration platform Polyplexus.
Timbercon Begins AS9145 to Support Zero Defects Implementation
The initiative is aimed at eliminating waste and reducing defects to ensure that Timbercon continues to provide the highest of quality standards for customer and internal projects.
Online Bidder Scores Original Apple-I for $375,000
The first-ever product from Apple sold at auction for $375,000, according to reports.
Study: Lights Could Save Birds from Deadly Collisions
Researchers from Purdue University have discovered a possible solution for preventing birds from colliding with planes.
Study: TV, Film Roles Underrepresent Women in STEM Careers
The Lyda Hill Foundation and the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media at Mount Saint Mary’s University have teamed up to create a new study on the way movies and TV portray women in STEM careers.
Evergreen Spectral Coating Research Underway at ODU’s Applied Research Center at Jefferson Lab
A joint project with Old Dominion University will further develop Face Companies's patented Spectral coating technology, which will enable light-sensitive devices such as solar panels and photosensors to be seamlessly concealed, increasing the aesthetic and economic appeal of these devices.
New Labeling System Simplifies Labeling for Difficult Tapered Containers
ID Technology will premiere the LSI-9135 wrap labeling system at this year’s Pack Expo at McCormick Place in Chicago, October 14-17.
New Solar Clean Water Generator Design Inspired by Origami Technique
American Chemical Society has developed a new solar steam generator that is a huge step towards globally available clean drinking water.
Microscope Add-on Enhances 3D Imaging of the Brain
The photon counting add-on for laser scanning microscopes addresses trade-offs in high-resolution imaging of large tissue volumes.
Call for Code Hackathon Produces Disaster Preparedness Apps
How can computer code developers provide tools that significantly improve preparedness and relief efforts? Call for Code, a project led by creator David Clark Cause and founding partner IBM, seeks to answer this question.
Graphene Gives a New Lease on Millennia-old Gilding Techniques
University of Illinois (UI) at Urbana-Champaign researchers have improved a millennia-old conservation technique with modern metals.
Watch: New Device Improves the Diagnosis of Dizziness
The device works on the principle of bone conduction to trigger the vestibular system, avoiding unnecessary damage to the ears.
See Demos of Three DWFritz Non-contact Metrology Platforms at IMTS 2018
Three non-contact metrology platforms changing the quality control industry will be demonstrated.
Rogers Corporation Introduces New Line of Venting Membranes for Improving Reliability of Electronics Enclosures
The new line of membranes leverages the unique properties of expanded polytetrafluoroethylene to enhance heat and air ventilation while protecting sophisticated electronics sealed in electrical, telecommunications, lighting and automotive enclosures.