Carnegie Mellon drives smart transportation research

Artificial heart goes portable

For a patient in need of a heart transplant, the wait for a donor meant living at the hospital, tethered to a washing machine-sized device that... Read the full story

Energy independence in 15 years?

Professor Andy Frank says we can do it. by Deborah Gage Read the full story

What tech is making the most impact in healthcare? Siemens' Luis Castillo weighs in

Hospitals are getting smarter, faster, and more efficient. But can technology get out of a doctor's way when caring for a patient? Siemens... Read the full story

Carnegie Mellon drives smart transportation research

Multifaceted partnership offers another example of how universities, communities and the private sector will pull together toward smarter... Read the full story

Ford's aim: Make the 2011 Explorer sustainable

Ford's latest Explorer SUV is 85 percent recyclable due to the use of bio foam, recycled fabric and a reduction in new steel. by Larry Dignan Read the full story

Large automakers eye startup collaboration for electric vehicle development

General Motors' move this week to provide funding for Bright Automotive highlights how large and small companies are going to collaborate on... Read the full story

IBM, Aetna unit launch on-demand healthcare management suite

IBM and Aetna subsidiary ActiveHealth will roll out an on-demand clinical decision support suite aimed at medical practices, hospitals and... Read the full story

Lots of 'boring businesses' waiting for rejuvenation

Employ social media and good leadership; revive old-school low-tech businesses. by Joe McKendrick Read the full story

Solar storm sends particles to Earth

Astronomer Leon Golub explains the strength of the solar storm. This solar storm was moderate, but more severe ones have the potential to cause... Read the full story

Billionaires unite for charity: Where should the money go?

Oracle CEO Larry Ellison is the latest billionaire to pledge that most of his wealth will go to charity. What causes should this cash back? by... Read the full story

PROVENGE tests the concept of comparative effectiveness

If you're unwilling to even consider the cost of Provenge you're not serious about holding the line on health care costs, because stories like this... Read the full story