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The National Science Foundation is an independent U.S. federal agency established by Congress in the NSF Act of 1950 "to promote progress of science," and "advance national health, prosperity, and welfare," and "to secure the national defense." NSF provides financial support for fundamental research and education across all fields of science and engineering. The majority of the funds are provided to support basic research performed in U.S. academic institutions.
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15 Oct 2010
Electrofluidics breakthrough could see e-readers with videos in color
UC electrofluidics breakthrough could change the display technology used in a myriad of electronic devices. e-Readers like the Amazon Kindle may be able to display color and video.12 Oct 2010
E-paper's 'electrofluidics' can hold an image without electrical power
A recent paper describes the new technology created by a collaboration between the University of Cincinnati and start-up company Gamma Dynamics LLC.4 Oct 2010
Solar funnel
Using carbon nanotubes (hollow tubes of carbon atoms), MIT chemical engineers have found a way to concentrate solar energy 100 times more than a regular photovoltaic cell.30 Sep 2010
Geckos inspire new method to print electronics on complex surfaces
Geckos are masters at sticking to surfaces of all kinds and easily unsticking themselves, too. Inspired by these lizards, a team of engineers has developed a reversible adhesion method for printing electronics on a variety of tricky surfaces such as clothes, plastic and leather.26 Sep 2010
Carbon nanotubes could soon form antennas that capture light energy
New antenna made of carbon nanotubes could make photovoltaic cells more efficient by concentrating solar energy.15 Sep 2010
Charging ahead: NC State provides free charging station for EVs
Demonstrating its role as an area leader in promoting new technologies, North Carolina State University has installed the first Level 2 charging station for electric vehicles in Raleigh. The station is available free for public use, though those who use the station will be asked to sign a log book to help researchers collect user data.7 Sep 2010
New PV physics promises higher efficiency
Researchers from three institutions are uniting under a three-year, $1.6 million grant from the National Science Foundation to boost the output of solar cells.2 Sep 2010
NSF-funded project aims to grab more sun for solar cells
University of Oregon-led project with Oregon State and University of Illinois will involve a three-year push.8 Jul 2010
Washington State University create super battery
Using super-high pressures similar to those found deep in the Earth or on a giant planet, Washington State University researchers have created a compact, never-before-seen material capable of storing vast amounts of energy.25 Jun 2010
Nanotech speakers hold promise for sonar uses
Submarines could use new technology to scan the depths and elude detection.24 Jun 2010
Energy harvesting and the smart grid
The term Smart Grid has been used for decades to mean anything from "a ring main for a country" to the far more responsive, interactive and intrusive electricity distribution systems of the future. These will become fractal in nature because they will seamlessly incorporate home networks, smart meters, electricity generation on your house and maybe even personal generation and use of electricity as reported in Energy Harvesting Journal.9 Jun 2010
Electric Vehicles and the Smart Grid
The term Smart Grid has been used for decades to mean anything from "a ring main for a country" to the far more responsive, interactive, scalable and intrusive electricity distribution systems of the future.25 May 2010
Semiconductor manufacturing technique holds promise for solar energy
Semiconductor manufacturing technique holds promise for solar energy24 May 2010
Breath sensor detects diabetes
ETH-Zurich researchers have developed a new kind of sensor that can immediately gauge whether a person is suffering from type 1 diabetes upon coming into contact with their breath.5 May 2010
Advance made in thin film solar cell technology
Researchers have made an important breakthrough in the use of continuous flow microreactors to produce thin film absorbers for solar cells - an innovative technology that could significantly reduce the cost of solar energy devices and reduce material waste.14 Apr 2010
Printed Electronics and Photovoltaics Research Trends and the U.S. National Science Foundation
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13 Apr 2010
Exploring medical uses of flexible electronics
What if a bandage could do more than just cover up a wound? What if it could help you to heal by dispensing medicine and scrubbing away bacteria? What if this technology were so cheap you could throw it away when you were done? These are questions doctoral student Dylan Farnam grapples with as he attempts to design a better bandage.9 Apr 2010
Universal Display awarded SBIR Phase ii contract from NSF
Universal Display awarded SBIR Phase ii contract from the National Science Foundation for novel encapsulation technology for flexible electronics Company is developing environmentally friendly, single-layer barrier film that has potential to be cost-effective in volume manufacturing.9 Apr 2010
Plastic electronics could slash the cost of solar panels
A new technique developed by Princeton University engineers for producing electricity-conducting plastics could dramatically lower the cost of manufacturing solar panels.6 Apr 2010
Pill that signals it has been swallowed
Seeking a way to confirm that patients have taken their medication, University of Florida engineering researchers have added a tiny microchip and digestible antenna to a standard pill capsule. The prototype is intended to pave the way for mass-produced pills that, when ingested, automatically alert doctors, loved ones or scientists working with patients in clinical drug trials.