Helmets and Technology: is Safer Football a possible reality?
Few things are as American as Buffalo wings and Super Bowl Sunday. But as scientific studies uncover the debilitating long-term effects of contact sports, there is uncertainty about the longevity [...]
“$1.1 million flop” – Failed Wind Turbines in Addison Demonstrate the Need for R&D
Almost a decade ago, the city of Addison, TX set its sights on constructing a new water tower powered by eight wind turbines that would sit atop of the tower. Intended to become an artistic and [...]
Real Estate and Virtual Reality Makes the Phrase “Well this doesn’t look anything like the pictures” Obsolete
As Americans are increasingly transient and moving across states and cities, many just don’t have the time to trek out and scope potential properties. Virtual reality can change that, with a [...]
Last Saturday’s Texas Border Tragedy reveals the flaws in U.S. border sensor technology
The FBI are currently investigating the mysterious death of Rogelio “Roger” Martinez, a Border Agent who was patrolling west Texas last Saturday. Martinez was found dead at the Big Bend sector, [...]
Coco – The Pixar movie that blends art and technical advancement
From Toy Story to Inside Out, Pixar Studios has become a universally acclaimed, visually-stunning storyteller of animation. But less known is the sheer amount of innovation, problem-solving, and [...]
How Not to Get Away with Murder: The Serial Killer Detector
Each year, five thousand people get away with committing murder in the United States. And it’s likely they’ll strike again. Recognizing that a third of homicide cases goes unsolved, [...]
Turning compost into compostable bioplastics: the startup that’s changing the cycle of waste
Plastic. We use it in virtually everything from our toys, cooking ware, food packaging, and all else in-between. But proper disposal of oil-based plastics is an ongoing challenge, especially [...]
