Friday, July 30, 2010

A SMART charging station for electric cars

Fighting deadly parasitic infections with a UV flashlight

Using fluorescent dyes and a simple ultraviolet flashlight, a medicinal chemist has created a test to detect parasites in humans. Read the full story

Could 'social viruses' ruin your company's reputation? How to build resistance

Competitors could use social networks to sew fear, uncertainty and doubt about your product. Here's the best way to build a resistance. Read the full story

Obamacare growing more popular with time

Effective communication from government officials, detailing what the law does and does not do, may be the most effective approach. Read the full story

First Solar: Cuts solar manufacturing costs; Sees strong global demand

First Solar, a leader in photovoltaic module manufacturing, said that it can navigate the end of generous German solar power subsidies. Read the full story

Deloitte report links being 'social' and being sustainable

One firm's survey of reps for 48 global companies finds a big focus on environmental issues. Read the full story

NASA Mars Odyssey releases most accurate Martian map ever

NASA's decade-old Mars Odyssey just released the most detailed map of Mars ever taken. Read the full story

A SMART charging station for electric cars

It's designed to smooth the load on the electric grid of charging cars with solar power. Read the full story

State solar subsidies fall victim of downturn

State and local governments are slashing tax credits for solar arrays. Read the full story

On emissions and engines: Developing sensors to monitor diesel fuel quality

Illinois researchers are developing improved sensors to detect corrosive contaminants in diesel fuel. Read the full story

Security gurus join fight against cyberbullying

Non-profit organization uses volunteers to educate middle-school children about sexting, viral e-mails and other potential cyber-threats. Read the full story

Arizona mandates 20 percent cut in amount of electricity that utilities can sell

Encouraging energy efficiency is one thing, but utilities across the nation need to find new sources of revenue. Read the full story

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