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A Virtual Friend for Autistic Kids

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:56:27 -0700

An unusual invention released by ArticuLab – a virtual friend for autistic children.

More and more children are diagnosed with autism – incurable mental disorder affecting child's ability to communicate with the outer world. Specialists from ArticuLab (a division at Northwestern University) developed a real-size computer-animated friend for children challenged by the disorder.

Latest Invention: Metal-Air Battery that Is 11 More Efficient than Lithium-Ion

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 07:00:27 -0700

Fluidic Energy, a spinoff firm from Arizona State University looks forward to come up with its new invention - a battery that would have an energy density 11 times greatest compared to the density of lithium-ion batteries.

Taipei 101 - the Tallest Eco-friendly Building in the World

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 06:11:12 -0700

Taipei 101 is expected to be the tallest environmentally-friendly building in the world.

The World's Fastest Flash Drive

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 03:16:48 -0700

The first USB 3.0 flash drive has been presented lately by Super Talent. The new device will transfer data several times faster than ordinary USB 2.0 flash drives.

Iowa Cat contracted A(H1N1)

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 03:01:57 -0700

As the world is fighting the swine flu pandemic, the first cat to carry the virus has been recently identified in Iowa, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).

World's First Space Hotel to Open Soon

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:32:17 -0700

Galactic Suite Space Resort is going to be the world's first orbiting space hotel that is expected to open in 2012.

Living Light Sculpture Offers Data on Air Quality

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 05:17:50 -0700

This amazing sculpture, called Living Light, installed in South Korea at the World Cup Stadium's Peace Park. The outdoor pavilion along with glass covering projects latest information on the local air quality.

Researchers Hope to Create Genetic Zoo With 10,000 Species

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 02:54:09 -0700

An international group of scientists will gather a collection of DNA samples taken from more than 10,000 animal species. Genome 10K will be able to provide important clues on the evolution of vertebrates.

Solar-powered Vertical Parking System Saves a Lot of Space

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 06:59:12 -0700

One of the major problems in big cities is the continuously increasing number of cars. Vertical parking system makes it possible to park your car at a 90-degrees angle.

The Starting Point of the $555 Billion Solar Energy Project in Africa

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 05:30:33 -0700

Sahara Solar Energy Belt is expected to be the largest green energy project in the world. A number of companies have already signed an agreement to bring the project to life by investing 555 billion dollars.

X-Ray Is the Most Important Contemporary Invention

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 05:20:12 -0700

London's Science Museum carried out a poll among its visitors who voted X-ray the most important invention among all contemporary innovations.

Television Makes Children Aggressive

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:51:21 -0700

The results of a new study, carried out by American researchers, show that toddlers who watch television are more likely to behave aggressively. The level of aggressiveness increases with the amount of time spent in front of TV.

Tramadol - Drug-like Painkiller

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 02:59:54 -0700

If you often have lower back pain then it is important to receive an effective pain treatment and one of the best ways is to use Tramadol. You should consult your physician on chronic pain killers before you buy Tramadol online. At TramadolBluebook.com you can analyze the credentials of different online pharmacies, thus being able to evaluate the prices of the pain killer.

Tallest Treehouse in the World Erected in Tennessee

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 05:04:38 -0700

The designer of this incredible construction is Horace Burgess, a landscape architect. The whole structure is made from reclaimed wood, as well as a number of other recycled materials.

Latest Invention: Software That Automatically Repairs the System Affected by Malware

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 04:23:20 -0700

Researchers at MIT managed to create new software called ClearView that is able to identify the intrusion of alien software and generate a set of patches meant to repair the system.

Arabian Fairy Tales Come to Life in 1001 Hotel

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 04:14:55 -0700

Ancient culture was the main inspiration for the 1001 Hotel that features house rooms the decorations of which are based on different Arabian fairy tales.

The Biggest Mona Lisa in the World Presented in Shopping Center

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 04:25:13 -0700

The biggest version of the Leonardo da Vinci's most famous painting Mona Lisa has recently been presented at the Eagles Meadow shopping centre, located in Wrexham, a town in Wales, UK.

Futuristic Pavilion Can Float to Other Cities Like a Vessel

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 04:23:45 -0700

This incredible pavilion, designed by Peddle Thorpe Architects (PTA) and envisioned by Antoine Damery, provides space for carrying out various activities.

Latest Invention: Touchscreen Software that Allows Surfing Through Time and Space

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 04:19:59 -0700

Recently engineers from the Tokyo Polytechnic University presented their new invention - c-loc touchscreen enabled software that allows surfing through time and space.

Bridge Harnesses Wind Energy from Passing Cars

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 07:39:55 -0700

Two designers thought about creating a bridge that would exploit wind energy, which will be amplified by the vehicles that would pass under it.