#Microsoft's drones to catch mosquitoes and help stop epidemics WASHINGTON: Microsoft researchers are developing autonomous drones that collect mosquitoes to look for early signs that potentially harmful viruses are spreading,
with the goal of preventing disease outbreaks in humans. Project Premonition, launched by American tech company Microsoft,
is developing a system that aims to detect infectious disease outbreaks before they become widespread. Project Premonition could eventually allow health officials to get a jump start on preventing outbreaks of a disease like dengue fever
the Microsoft researcher who is spearheading the project, calls'nature's drones'-mosquitoes-to look for early signs that a particular illness could be on the move.
Microsoft researchers are beginning to develop ways to make the drones even more autonomous, and they are also working with US Federal aviation administration officials on regulatory requirements, according to a post on the company's blog.
Once the mosquitoes have been collected, the next challenge is to analyse them for microbes and viruses that could pose a threat to humans.
Researchers can then create cloud-based databases of the information they find, and come up with algorithms for evaluating
which of these viruses could present a threat to humans or animals that humans rely on.
Microsoft researchers are developing autonomous drones that collect mosquitoes to look for early signs that potentially harmful viruses are spreading,
Project Premonition, launched by American tech company Microsoft, is developing a system that aims to detect infectious disease outbreaks before they become widespread.
the Microsoft researcher who is spearheading the project, calls'nature's drones'-mosquitoes-to look for early signs that a particular illness could be on the move.
Microsoft researchers are beginning to develop ways to make the drones even more autonomous, and they are also working with US Federal aviation administration officials on regulatory requirements, according to a post on the company's blog.
Once the mosquitoes have been collected, the next challenge is to analyse them for microbes and viruses that could pose a threat to humans.
Researchers can then create cloud-based databases of the information they find, and come up with algorithms for evaluating
which of these viruses could present a threat to humans or animals that humans rely on.
and transparent displays, and graphene-based on-chip optical communications,"said Hone
#In a first, drug offers hope for children with dwarfism An experimental drug, vying to become the first approved treatment for dwarfism, improved growth in children by a significant amount in a preliminary study, the drug's developer,
"The vaccine appears to work well in our mouse model to'prime'the antibody response,
The students, graduates of Telecom Paristech and the Ecole Nationale Superieure des Arts Decoratifs, met
environmentally friendly device,'explains Jonathan Bouzy, a project manager at Soft IQ and member of the Humanitech Challenge panel of judges.'
That's what"high tech"is all about.''A technical feasibility study was carried out on the balloon last November in partnership with EDF, Dassault systemes, the Red Helmets Foundation and the Institute of Research and development on Photovoltaic Energy (IRDEP.
The students worked particularly closely with the IRDEP to improve the balloon's photovoltaic technology.
The students, graduates of Telecom Paristech and the Ecole Nationale Superieure des Arts Decoratifs, met
environmentally friendly device,'explains Jonathan Bouzy, a project manager at Soft IQ and member of the Humanitech Challenge panel of judges.'
That's what"high tech"is all about.''A technical feasibility study was carried out on the balloon last November in partnership with EDF, Dassault systemes, the Red Helmets Foundation and the Institute of Research and development on Photovoltaic Energy (IRDEP.
The students worked particularly closely with the IRDEP to improve the balloon's photovoltaic technology.
#Remote control out, change TV channels with mind LONDON: A new technology that reads brainwaves to allow users to change TV channels with their mind has been developed in the UK.
For its latest project, the BBC took a simple low-cost brainwave reading headset and, working with UK-based user experience studio This Place, created a`Mind Control TV'prototype.
It allows users to open an experimental version of BBC iplayer and select a TV programme to view,
using nothing but their brainwaves. A first trial run saw 10 BBC staff members try out the app,
and all were able to launch BBC iplayer and start viewing a programme simply by using their minds."
"It was much easier for some than it was for others, but they all managed to get it to work,"Cyrus Saihan,
head of business development for the BBC Digital, wrote in a blog post. However, Saihan said the technology was still at an`experimental'stage.
or suffering locked-insyndrome may increasingly be able to use brain-computer interfaces to get a better experience of digital
The electroencephalography (EEG) brainwave reading headset has one small sensor that rests on a user's forehead
In the case of this experimental app, a user can select either`concentration'or`meditation'as the brain control mechanism.
If the user selects`concentration, 'the headset and app monitors their level of concentration and a`volume bar'of brainwaves is displayed on the screen,
to visually illustrate their level of concentration n
#New breath test may detect pneumonia LONDON: A simple breath test can now detect if a critically ill patient is infected with pneumonia or not.
Wozniak, who is sceptical of artificial intelligence taking over the world, believes that it will be good for us
Wozniak, who is sceptical of artificial intelligence taking over the world, believes that it will be good for us
allowing users-family physicians, for example-to run the test. The research was published in the journal Angewandte Chemie h
A joint project between the computer science and electrical and computer engineering departments and the College of Veterinary medicine has developed the technology designed to improve communication between dogs and humans."
'and you can think of it as a platform for two-way computer-mediated communication between dogs
an assistant professor of computer science whose dog Diesel is one of their primary lab partners. The smart harness is equipped a computer backpack that fits comfortably on a dog's back.
One of the project's prototypes features a twin battery back on both sides of the dog, a mounted webcam,
vibrating motors similar to the technology that makes a cell phone buzz, and a wireless USB adapter, among other technologies.
Using a tablet to send signals to the harness and to the dog, the researchers are able to see how the dog reacts
and interprets the modes of communication. On a recent day, the team was training Diesel to associate the vibrating buzz on its sides with hand signals given by Roberts.
One member of the team used a tablet to prompt the vibration on the side of the dog's body which he wanted the dog to turn.
Roberts then used his hand to reinforce the direction of the command.""We're using this technology to ask some very fundamental questions about the nature of the way animals can perceive computer-mediated communications
and the way they can interact with computers in order to send digital signals across wireless communication links to handlers,
"Roberts says. The technology can also reveal the position of the dog -whether it's standing,
sitting, walking or running-by sending signals back to the handler. Researchers say it has multiple applications,
and transmit that data to a tablet. This allows researchers and dog handlers to monitor the dog's physical well-being."
Dr. Alpert Bozkurt, an assistant professor of electrical and computer engineering, says that the technology offers everyday people an opportunity to bond with their dogs
A joint project between the computer science and electrical and computer engineering departments and the College of Veterinary medicine has developed the technology designed to improve communication between dogs and humans."
'and you can think of it as a platform for two-way computer-mediated communication between dogs
an assistant professor of computer science whose dog Diesel is one of their primary lab partners. The smart harness is equipped a computer backpack that fits comfortably on a dog's back.
One of the project's prototypes features a twin battery back on both sides of the dog, a mounted webcam,
vibrating motors similar to the technology that makes a cell phone buzz, and a wireless USB adapter, among other technologies.
Using a tablet to send signals to the harness and to the dog, the researchers are able to see how the dog reacts
and interprets the modes of communication. On a recent day, the team was training Diesel to associate the vibrating buzz on its sides with hand signals given by Roberts.
One member of the team used a tablet to prompt the vibration on the side of the dog's body which he wanted the dog to turn.
Roberts then used his hand to reinforce the direction of the command.""We're using this technology to ask some very fundamental questions about the nature of the way animals can perceive computer-mediated communications
and the way they can interact with computers in order to send digital signals across wireless communication links to handlers,
"Roberts says. The technology can also reveal the position of the dog -whether it's standing,
sitting, walking or running-by sending signals back to the handler. Researchers say it has multiple applications,
and transmit that data to a tablet. This allows researchers and dog handlers to monitor the dog's physical well-being."
Dr. Alpert Bozkurt, an assistant professor of electrical and computer engineering, says that the technology offers everyday people an opportunity to bond with their dogs
the researchers are also working on its application to monitor gas emissions from any source, be it an industry
The devices is developed by the Nagpur-based National Environmental engineering Research Institute (NEERI) of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) of the Department
of Electronics and Information technology of the Government of India.""This has been the first attempt in India to develop such a product using odour sensors that make use of intelligent software to identify odorous molecules.
It is also possible to train the software by feeding information based on observation of experts,
"said a statement, issued by the ministry of science and technology on Wednesday night. The pulp and paper industry emits a variety of gases, namely, hydrogen sulphide, methyl mercaptan, dimethyl sulphide,
such as pattern recognition algorithms, principal component analysis, discriminant function analysis, cluster analysis, and artificial neural networks s
#New air filter to clear cigarette smoke quickly SEOUL: A new air-cleaning filter can get rid of all the harmful smoke substances in a room-where ten people are simultaneously smoking-in less than an hour,
"This discovery was made possible by using 30 years of data and biologic specimens. Rappocciolo and her colleagues searched for patterns in gene expression,
which uses a laser device may be able to non-invasively monitor blood glucose levels and eliminate the need for daily finger pricking for diabetics.
When the glass is in contact with the users'skin, the extent of fluorescence signal varies in relation to the concentration of glucose in their blood.
acting in a similar way as that used in smartphones. Because of this, our device is more affordable, with lower running costs than the existing self-monitoring systems,
One will be a finger-touch device similar to a computer mouse. The other will be a wearable version for continuous monitoring,
suggest that the new monitor has the potential to perform as well as conventional technologies. LONDON: A new technology developed by an Indian-origin scientist,
which uses a laser device may be able to non-invasively monitor blood glucose levels and eliminate the need for daily finger pricking for diabetics.
When the glass is in contact with the users'skin, the extent of fluorescence signal varies in relation to the concentration of glucose in their blood.
acting in a similar way as that used in smartphones. Because of this, our device is more affordable, with lower running costs than the existing self-monitoring systems,
One will be a finger-touch device similar to a computer mouse. The other will be a wearable version for continuous monitoring,
suggest that the new monitor has the potential to perform as well as conventional technologies s
#utated lepto bacteria resistant to drugs, heatmumbai: Scientists at the premier Regional Medical Reference Centre (RMRC) at Port Blair have found that the bacterial species that causes leptospirosis is no longer socially aloof,
as data from a trial in Guinea showed a vaccine was 100 percent effective. Initial results from the trial,
As data began to emerge showing the very high protection rates in those vaccinated immediately,
#China plans to enforce real names on Social media Chinese government has issued new regulations to eliminate fake social media accounts.
Starting March 1 the internet watchdog will ensure that people use their real names on message boards social media websites and instant messaging services.
When real names and identities will be used internet users will be careful while commenting on anything online. Users will be allowed to choose screen names.
However if the screen name or profile pictures includea anything#illegal or bad#the account will be deleted.
In a statement issued on its website Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) informed that the real-name registration requirement will control the spread of rumors online.
Wechat QQ and Weibo's micro-blogging services are among the most popular in China.
and websites will have the responsibility of enforcing the rules for usage of real names during account registration.
#Samsung launches Portable 1tb SSD DRIVE Samsung has launched a portable SSD DRIVE with one terabyte capacity. The Samsung portable SSD DRIVE is with small form factor
and weighs only 30 grams. The SSD DRIVE measures 71x53 mm and is 9 mm thick.
The solid state drive is smaller than a business card in size. Samsung has launched Portable SS T1 in 250gb, 500gb and 1tb variants.
Samsung has offered an amazing portable storage option for consumers, powered by 3d V-NAND memory technology.
Samsung T1 series will support data transfer speed up to 450mb per second. Samsung will offer the drive by the end of January in US
Samsung SSD will work with both Windows and Mac computers. With dynamic thermal guard feature, Samsung T1 will automatically turn off during extreme temperatures.
The top end one terabyte portable SSD will cost $599. 99. In the recent years
SSD market has grown faster due to the data write and read speed. Also, with improved performance, consumers don mind shelling out extra money for SSD.
500 GB plus storage has become a bare minimum for any PC user. Many companies have started offering SSD options for the laptops.
The latest offering from Samsung is impressive. However, many technology experts feel that the higher price tag could be the only constraint for T1 SSD series i
#Mobile App Connects Cardiac arrest Victims with CPR Trained People A mobile phone app can now help save lives of people who suffer from a cardiac arrest,
researchers from Sweden employed a mobile phone app on a sample of 30,000 patients from Stockholm, Sweden.
and piloted driving system at the Consumer electronics Show (CES) in Las vegas. The virtual cockpit unveiled by Audi at the CES is based on the Android platform;
The virtual cockpit features Google earth street views and cloud music services; and boasts integration with high speed LED data.
All the functions of the virtual cockpit are controllable by voice commands. With regard to the virtual cockpit which was showcased in Q7 Audi said that the Q7 will be the first-of its-kind car that will continue to increase its knowledge;
It#s certainly starting to look that way as reports are surfacing that the Japanese government will also begin heavily investing in this very human branch of 3d bio printing technology.
For reports have surfaced that they will invest a massive sum of 25 billion yen in the development of transplantable human organ printing over the next five years
the Solar Bytes Pavillion is the result of their experiment and through its use of embedded technologies becomes a glowing structure at night
More recently, an IBM Research lab in Zurich, Switzerland developed a device by reconfiguring an atomic force microscope
IBM has licensed the device to Swisslitho AG, a startup that is developing several enhancements for the technology.
However, even for experienced users with good equipment, it can be a challenge to accurately reproduce objects with complicated textures, occlusions and fine details.
a group of international researchers and engineers have combined Artec Scanning Software and the Artec Spider,
a handheld 3d scanner designed specifically for CAD users, to create a new, high-fedelity 3d scanning technique.
and assessing potential low-quality areas with the algorithm progressively captures the surface of the scanned object,
and processing 3d surfaces, also offers software licenses for roughly#500 more. In order to prove the superiority of their new scanning method,
the researchers compared it to two other state-of-the-art NBV-based algorithms, one focused on visibility and the other one on boundaries.
They also compared their algorithm to curvature and density-based approaches, and went even further to compare 3d models that had been scanned manually,
Finally, the researchers experimented with using their algorithm on a one-armed industry robot instead of the PR2,
The group of international researchers include engineers from the Visual Computing Research center, Tel-aviv University, the Memorial University of Newfoundland, the University of Konstaz and Shandong University.
the data proved to be not as informative as they needed for operating. wasn going to operate on her based on the data that we already had said
and parts as well as developments in making 3d printing material recipes open source-such as Autodesk decision to release the recipe of their Ember 3d printer resin.
Now, scientists from Singapore have invented a new type of thermoplastic filament that can be used in existing 3d printers to create functional circuits for use in electrical gadgets.
and Engineering (IMRE), have used successfully this new material to print various electronic prototypes including a USB connector that can light up a LED bulb, complex three-dimensional circuits and a wearable,
flexible sensor. believe this will revolutionise desktop manufacturing for electronic gadgets, said Dr Johnson Goh,
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#Titan Robotics announces new high-quality large-scale 3d printer called The Atlas May 21, 2015 By Simonalthough wee been seeing dozens of new 3d printers and material options in recent memory,
the Atlas has proven to be a highly-accurate 3d printer that is capable of printing large prototypes reliably over time.
According to the company, one beta user documented printing an extremely large accurate and functioning prototype with a total recorded print time of just over 200 hours.
The printer can be designed to any desired build space of up to 6x 6x 4 For those looking for more customized options
said Founder and CEO Clay Guillory. e fully expect this printer to be a game changer in the 3d printing industry. hile the Atlas may share many of the same attributes of a well-built desktop 3d printer,
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#Help the nonverbal speak: Dustins Words communication tool brought to life via 3d printing May 21, 2015 By Simonalthough wee no doubt seen how additive manufacturing has been a breakthrough for creating low cost and customizable prosthetic devices for both humans and their four-legged friend alike,
when the technology is combined with various electronics and built with an open source mentality, the possibilities are seemingly endless.
Dustin, Experience Designer Matt Reamer ustin Wordsis an open source invention that helps people who can speak
"We're also going to open source everything we dorom our code, to the 3-D models, to the platform itself,
After trialing multiple technologies, the team has decided to build off of Particle. io cloud-based platform that enables users of Dustin Words to be able to update the functions of the buttons using a variety of online services including IFTTT, Twilio
, Node. js, PHP, Python, or Spark. js. According to Matt, Spark. js has been particularly useful, because it gives us the ability to customize messages, delivery methods (SMS,
open source device and platform that families can use to meet their unique communication needs, says Matt. any families who already struggle with financial burdens due to health-related issues end up spending thousands of dollars on assistive communication tools.
Matt wants to make his entire project open source for everybody to be able to have access to.
but they will also serve as inspiration as Matt continues to further iterate on Dustin Words to make it the the penultimate affordable, open source,
From user testing, to device sketching and iteration to application development everything we do will be shared on open source platforms
so that we can engage an impassioned global community. As we document our process, we invite you, our viewers, backers,
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#Chinese doctor removes kidney tumor with the aid of a 3d printed replica May 23, 2015 By Simonwhile wee seen how developments to additive manufacturing technologies have helped both bring down the cost of getting something 3d printing as well as delivering results faster,
we have been seeing significant contributions from technologies that exist today on desktops around the world.
wee seen how various medical imaging data including CT SCANS and MRIS, among others, have been used to create digital 3d models that are printed then out and used as a replica of a patient actual body part for the sake of practicing a surgical procedure in advance of an operation
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#Procter & gamble jumps into 3d bio printing with grant program in Singapore May 26, 2015 By Simonit no secret that one of the most exciting developments in the additive manufacturing industry has been in the advancements in 3d bio printing-the printing
of living human tissue. While wee been hearing promises about the technology from a variety of companies over the past few years,
2015 has been a reakthroughyear that has shown significantly more promise for bio printing technologies-including the announcement of an upcoming surgery that will see a 3d printed thyroid gland be implanted for testing-a first of its kind.
the printing can also be used to replace what has largely been a controversial practice for years now:
bio printing technologies will allow for companies to use synthetic living tissue as needed. Among other companies that have been actively looking into how they can leverage bio printing to their advantage is none other than Procter & gamble-the largest consumer goods company in the world.
and Tide to Bounty and Crest-is launching a grant competition in Singapore that asks those in academia to submit research proposals on 3d bio printing applications that would be of relevance to the consumer goods brand. e want to look at the possibilities of bioprinting.
-whose interest in the technology has gone so far as to partnering with bio printing startup Organovo to develop 3d printed skin.
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#Bucktown Polymers water soluble Rinse Out 3d prinintg Resin (ROR) could replace lost wax casting Jun 1,
or a complicated user experience that could deter would-be users. With this in mind, the water soluble materials can be formulated for compatibility with many existing desktop 3d printers
and more complicated industrial additive manufacturing machines including SLA, DLP, Inkjet and powder-based processes. Perhaps its most significant use though will be lost in replacing wax processes
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#Swedish start-up CELLINK develops the first universal 3d printable bioink for 3d bioprinters While lives are already being saved by high-level 3d printing in academic hospitals all over the world,
what they are calling the world first universal bioink, with optimal biocompatibility and printing fidelity.
so it kind of works kind of like a muscle sensor in that it picks up small electric discharges and turns that into something you can actually read within software,
These brainwave-based prosthetics are also remarkably easy to operate through a wireless headset. good example is had we actually an amputee use the wireless brainwave headset to control a hand,
The algorithms operating the hand have incorporated even options for smaller and larger weights, making use largely intuitive.
while all designs are open source with the express purpose of making it suitable for any type of situation, amputation or genetic defect.
because we this open source, we want someone that has a 3d printer, or very little printing experience, to be able to replicate this,
to be able to use this for new applications, to be able to adapt it into new situations,
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