Ad Support : Nano Technology Netbook Technology News Computer Software Tel Aviv University has developed a brain-to-computer chip which could revolutionize neurological therapy. By stimulating certain areas of the brain, scientists can alleviate the effects of disorders such as depression or Parkinson’s disease. Controlling that stimulation currently lacks precision, over-stimulation is a serious concern — losing …
Ad Support : Nano Technology Netbook Technology News Computer Software 1. Energyfromthorium’s Kirk Sorensen looks at what is in spent nuclear fuel after 20 years. 2. Brave new climate looks at climate change and nuclear power Brave New climate also looks at renewable energy and nuclear power with 18 answer to the following questions. Q1. How …
Ad Support : Nano Technology Netbook Technology News   Computer Software Technology Review reports mounting evidence in both humans and animals suggests that infection with these parasitic worms seems to protect against a number of inflammatory diseases, including asthma and allergy, multiple sclerosis, Crohn’s disease, and type 1 diabetes We became dependent on helminths [parasitic worms] and …
Ad Support : Nano Technology Netbook Technology News Computer Software Nanoletters – Direct Chemical Vapor Deposition of Graphene on Dielectric Surfaces Direct deposition of graphene on various dielectric substrates is demonstrated using a single-step chemical vapor deposition process. Single-layer graphene is formed through surface catalytic decomposition of hydrocarbon precursors on thin copper films predeposited on dielectric …
Ad Support : Nano Technology Netbook Technology News Computer Software User clumma on the EnergyfromThorium discussion forum provides highlights of the Second Thorium Energy Alliance Conference Andrew Hutton – Jefferson Lab (Nat’l Accel. Facility) ADNA (Accelerator-Driven Neutron Applications) Corporation – GEM*STAR These two were in the ADS (Accelerator-driven Systems) breakout session. I think it’s safe to …
Ad Support : Nano Technology Netbook Technology News   Computer Software Selenian Boondocks had three articles about MHD Aerobraking and thermal Protection. The benefits should be * reduction of the heat generated for re-entry into earth atmosphere so that there is up to an 85% reduction in heat generated which can enable a low maintenance reusable heat …
XSight Head Mounted Dispalay The xSight is a professional headmounted display that delivers a previously-unattainable combination of panoramic field of view, high resolution and light weight. It is an ideal choice for a variety of training, simulation and design applications. • 123° Panoramic field of view provides superb situational awareness, active peripheral vision and enhanced …
This is a schematic diagram of the light-trapping elements used to optimize absorption within a polymer-embedded silicon wire array. [Credit: Caltech/Michael Kelzenberg] Using arrays of long, thin silicon wires embedded in a polymer substrate, a team of scientists from the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) has created a new type of flexible solar cell that …
Ralph Merkle Interview Here is Sander Olson’s Ralph Merkle interview. Dr. Merkle is one of the foremost molecular manufacturing experts on the planet, but his research is currently severely resource constrained. Hopefully this interview will serve to inform people about his research. Question 1: You’ve just returned from the 2010 Foresight conference. How did that …
A Wall Street Journal article written by a Director of an Indian Think Tank This seems to be an expression of what the Indian Government is thinking about climate change * It is in the Indian government’s interest to perpetuate a weak IPCC and a toothless Mr. Pachauri at its helm * The IPCC was …
A speed gene in horses is enabling thoroughbred owners to sort would-be sprinters from plodders from just a teaspoonful of the galloper’s blood. The research, published Jan. 20 in the Public Library of Science Journal PLoS ONE, is the first known characterization of a gene contributing to a specific athletic trait in thoroughbreds, the authors …