New Technique Opens Window Into Brain Research By Valerie Thompson, Technology Policy Fellow Optogenetics uses light to control the activity of neurons in the brain.
Energy Efficient Brain Simulator Outperforms Supercomputers By Valerie Thompson, Technology Policy Fellow, National Science Foundation Neurogrid is a computing platform that scientists hope will revolutionize our understanding of the brain.
Future Power Grids Inspired by the Human Brain By Valerie Thompson, Technology Policy Fellow, National Science Foundation Neural networks are inspiring the creation of new methods for managing the country's ever-changing power supply and demand.
Mind-Controlled Devices Reveal Future Possibilities By Valerie Thompson, Technology Policy Fellow, National Science Foundation A new interface between man and machine offers multiple applications for the general population as well as the medical community.
Improved Hearing Anticipated for Implant Recipients By Valerie Thompson, Technology Policy Fellow, National Science Foundation The device could dramatically improve sound resolution for deaf individuals who opt for cochlear implants.
Engineering Stretchable Gel Tougher Than Human Cartilage By Valerie Thompson, Technology Policy Fellow A Harvard research team makes progress in a new material for creating better prosthetics.
Building Better Bacteria By Valerie Thompson, Technology Policy Fellow Synthetic biologists reinvent the role of bacteria with engineering know-how.
When Researchers Pursue Policy and Communications Careers By Nicole Garbarini, Technology Policy Fellow Nicole Garbarini, scientist and AAAS Science and Technology Policy Fellow, takes her scientific experience beyond the lab.
