Tag Archives: Engineering

Imaging method reveals a “symphony of cellular activity”

[ad_1] Within a single cell, thousands of molecules, such as proteins, ions and other signaling molecules, work together to carry out all types of functions: to absorb nutrients, storing memories and differentiate into specific tissues, among many others. Deciphering these molecules and all their interactions is a monumental task. Over …

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NSF will retire the Cornell-designed Arecibo telescope

[ad_1] The large telescopic “ear” designed by Cornell in Arecibo, Puerto Rico, which has listened to the illuminating crackle of the cosmos for nearly six decades, now hears silence. In the wake of two recent support cable failures, the National Science Foundation (NSF) will dismantle and dismantle the giant dish …

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Cracking secrets of an emerging branch of physics

[ad_1] Thanh Nguyen has a habit of breaking down barriers. Take languages ​​for example: Nguyen, a third-year graduate student in nuclear science and engineering (NSE), wanted to “connect with other people and cultures” for his work and social life, he says, so he learned Vietnamese. , French, German and Russian, …

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For neural research, the wireless chip lights up the brain

[ad_1] Researchers have developed a chip that is wirelessly powered and can be surgically implanted to read neural signals and stimulate the brain with light and electric current. The technology has been successfully demonstrated in rats and is designed to be used as a research tool. “Our goal was to …

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NASA hosts a virtual event to take advantage of STEM and small business opportunities with minority colleges

[ad_1] official-logo-nasa-use-this-one.jpg Media are invited to the 15th edition of NASA’s Technology Infusion Road Tour, a virtual event on November 18-19, HBCU / Minority Serving Institutions (MSI). More than 1,200 HBCUs and MSI are attending this event with representatives from NASA offices and mission directions discussing the importance of partnerships …

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