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Atom smasher has been fixed Scientists have repaired the largest atom smasher in the world and are planning to restart the machine as early as this weekend. Full Story... |
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An all-in-one Taiwan robot Taiwan researchers have invented an robot that can act as a receptionist, tour guide, security guard and doctor's aide. Full Story... Fearless robotic rescuer developed at UKZN With the goal of saving lives and assisting rescuers, Caesar was born. Full Story... Quake signals monitored by underwater probe A state-of-the-art underwater robot called BOB may hold the key to protecting millions of Turkish citizens from a massive earthquake that scientists say is all but inevitable. Full Story... Bird downs atom smasher A bird carrying a piece of bread has briefly knocked out part of the world's biggest atom smasher, according to the European Organisation for Nuclear Research. Full Story... Microdot technology to foil armed robbers New crime-fighting technology that involves spraying thousands of tiny dots over vehicles and household properties makes it easier to track down stolen items. Full Story... Japan's NEC offers eyewear translator Most eyewear improves vision or cuts through solar glare, but a new gadget from Japan may soon sharpen linguistic skills and cut down language barriers instead. Full Story... X-ray hailed as top achievement The X-ray has topped DNA and the Apollo spacecraft in the search for the most important modern scientific achievement. Full Story... |
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Who invented the nose job? 2009-10-29 07:08:18 India. This has come to light during a new exhibition that challenges Western domination of the history of science and technology. Full Story... All eyes on shrimp in search for better DVDs 2009-10-25 23:16:17 Mantis shrimps have the most complex eyes in the animal kingdom and scientists are hoping to harness their visual power for a new generation of DVD equipment. Full Story... Starry-eyed scientists race ahead 2009-10-16 13:31:00 Young South African engineers and software designers have started collaborating with their equally smart counterparts from one of the world's top astronomical research institutions: the University of California's Berkeley campus. Full Story... SA student's passion for astronomy rewarded 2009-10-16 13:33:10 This Rhodes University science undergraduate's life-long passion for the heavens has been rewarded with a top place in an international astronomy competition for students. Full Story... Alzheimer's may stop Nobel laureate's lecture 2009-10-08 08:03:25 "It would be good if the award came a year earlier," said an observer, after many labelled Charles Kao's Nobel Prize win ill-timined. Full Story... Field seen wide open for Nobel Peace Prize 2009-10-07 10:25:50 With no major conflict resolved by peaceful means in recent months, the field of candidates for the 2009 Nobel Peace Prize is seen as wide open. Full Story... 'Masters of light' win Nobel prize 2009-10-06 13:18:12 Charles Kao, Willard Boyle and George Smith won the 2009 Nobel Physics Prize for pioneering work on fibre optics and semiconductors. Full Story... Australia lauds first female Nobel laureate 2009-10-06 08:46:10 Australia's first female Nobel laureate has landed the medicine prize for discovering an enzyme described as a potential "fountain of youth". Full Story... Nobel medicine prize kicks off week of awards 2009-10-05 08:18:05 The winner of the Nobel Medicine Prize is to be revealed, kicking off a week of prestigious award announcements including the two that are perhaps most anticipated, Literature and Peace. Full Story... EU's new system to 'make GPS more precise' 2009-10-01 11:51:01 The European Union has launched a free satellite navigation network that could help pilots, drivers and blind people by fine-tuning the accuracy of the US global positioning system. Full Story... Is the MP3 player ruining your ears? 2009-09-28 23:25:04 Have you ever sat next to a teenager whose MP3 player is hurting YOUR ears? The European Union is hoping to remedy the situation with strict controls targeting manufacturers. Full Story... Revamped Edison lab opens its doors 2009-09-28 03:19:22 The New Jersey laboratory where Thomas Edison perfected some of his most famous inventions is re-opening with a wealth of restored material. Full Story... New aircraft design revealed 2009-09-22 08:42:57 If you hate travelling by tube in London then you should certainly avoid a new aircraft design...[IMAGE] Full Story... Walls are no problem for this robot 2009-09-21 09:59:30 Even though it's the size of a shoebox, it can hop over 7.5m high walls. [VIDEO] Full Story... From wheelchair to bed 2009-09-21 02:58:03 A Japanese company has developed a "robotic bed" that can transform into a wheelchair to make life easier for the elderly and the disabled. Full Story... Know the whereabouts of your children 2009-09-18 12:08:45 Its vivid colour is clearly designed to appeal to youngsters. But this watch, which has been fitted with a satellite positioning system that locates the wearer, is really aimed at their parents. [PICTURE] Full Story... Nanoparticles may pose threat to humans 2009-09-17 03:44:30 They can make fabric resistant to stains, improve the taste of food and help drug research, but nanoparticles could also pose a danger to human health, experts have warned. Full Story... Tracking the trash 2009-09-14 03:15:21 Ever wondered what happens to that coffee cup, disposable razor or unwanted television once it's tossed to the curb? Full Story... Racing car fuelled by food.Chew on that! 2009-09-08 12:57:59 A racing car that is powered by chocolate, guided by a carrot steering wheel and has bodywork made from potatoes, has been unveiled in Britain. Full Story... Microbes used for 'cleaning' of oil 2009-09-08 03:15:41 Scientists have used microbes to break down toxins in crude oil - and they believe the technique could be used in refining. Full Story... Airbus may change 'black boxes': chief exec 2009-09-04 07:13:03 Airbus chief executive Thomas Enders said Friday that the European aircraft manufacturer was working towards replacing "black box" recorders with a system that transmits flight data via satellite. Full Story... Company to remove 'dirty' aura from toys 2009-09-03 15:55:21 The consumer electronics company which for decades has been a byword for Dutch solidity has begun manufacturing intimate toys. Full Story... First cloned dog's pups available to public 2009-09-03 07:33:41 Fancy the idea of owning the offspring of cloned dogs? Well, Seoul National University is making it possible for members of the public to do so. Full Story... 'Lollipop' lets the blind 'see' using tongue 2009-09-03 07:52:35 A new innovation could provide a new way for the blind to literally view the world around them using a device that is attached to the tongue. Full Story... Risky schemes may be only way for Earth 2009-09-02 02:16:55 Science-fiction proposals to cool the planet are laden with risk, but may be Earth's only hope if politicians fail to tackle global warming, researchers have warned. Full Story... New wheelchair promises better mobility 2009-08-27 03:03:58 Robotics and medical experts in Japan have unveiled the prototype of a new hi-tech electric wheelchair that resembles a scooter. Full Story... Wind farms can appear sinister to weatherman 2009-08-27 03:08:23 Wind farms in North America have been blamed for disrupting the lives of birds, bats and, most recently, the land-bound sage grouse. Now the weatherman? Full Story... Artificial brain on the horizon? 2009-08-19 02:33:51 The realm of science fiction has moved one step closer to reality with the announcement that scientists believe they will create a functioning electronic brain within a decade. Michael Hanlon reports... Full Story... Children wise up on saving electricity online 2009-08-16 16:13:56 An internet and cellphone-based game for school children aimed at encouraging pupils to save electricity has been hailed by internet guru Arthur Goldstuck as a visionary idea. Full Story... Rubbish bags for VIPs 2009-08-12 02:54:09 One of the top trend-setting boutiques in the world is offering environmentally friendly rubbish bags alongside designer sneakers and cutting-edge club wear as part of a green initiative. Full Story... How much does the blueprint of life cost? 2009-08-11 11:12:21 A trio of researchers in the United States have matched sequencing the human genome for the price of a mid-range BMW, according to a study. Full Story... Cement firm aims to reduce carbon footprint 2009-08-10 01:42:59 A British company has secured crucial funding for the development of a new-era "green" cement that absorbs carbon dioxide. Full Story... Collider prepared for new experiments 2009-08-07 02:12:46 The giant particle collider built to probe the origins of the universe will be restarted in November. Full Story... Big Bang collider ready for relaunch 2009-08-05 10:29:43 The world's biggest atom-smasher, idle since breaking down only days after its launch last September, will likely restart in November. Full Story... 'I am thrilled to be at the Campus Party!' 2009-08-02 09:36:27 Standing 58cm tall and with a plastic shell for a body, a humanoid robot called Nao drew a crowd at the Campus Party in Valencia as it danced to Jackson's "Billie Jean" with a black hat on its head. Full Story... Restart of big particle collider delayed 2009-07-30 22:03:25 Repairs to two small helium leaks in the world's largest atom smasher will reportedly delay the restart of the giant machine. Full Story... Say goodbye to braces with tooth 'tickler' 2009-07-29 21:09:48 A hi-tech tooth "tickler" could halve the time corrective braces need to be worn. Full Story... New effort to fight Aids unveiled 2009-07-28 18:41:18 Science and Technology Minister Naledi Pandor has launched Sharp which aims to combat HIV and Aids through scientific and technological research. Full Story... Move over, Prius 2009-07-24 10:53:24 Motorcycle makers in Japan are looking to cultivate a market that beats even hybrid cars in green credentials: electric bicycles. Full Story... US helicopter crashes in Iraq, two dead 2009-07-18 15:51:35 A helicopter contracted to the US State Department has crashed near Baghdad, killing two crew members and injuring two other people on board Full Story... Browse the [Innovation] Archive |
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