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A technique that combines nanotechnology with adult stem cells appears to destroy atherosclerotic plaque and rejuvenate arteries (Image: Patrick J. Lynch, medical illustrator)

Body and Mind

Nanotechnology and stem cells rejuvenate arteries

A combination of nanotechnology and adult stem cells has been shown to destroy arterial plaque in the hearts of pigs.

A smoke visualization still of the actual vortex wake behind our glider during a free-flight high angle of attack landing (Image: Jason Dorfman MIT/CSAIL)

Science

MIT researchers create a model plane that lands on a wire

In a move that could have important implications for robotic planes, MIT researchers have given a foam glider the ability to lightly touch down on a target as narrow as a telephone wire.

Apple's iPad will be released in another nine countries this Friday

Mobile Technology

iPad set for release in another nine countries this Friday

Apple has announced that its iPad will be released in Austria, Belgium, Hong Kong, Ireland, Luxembourg, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand and Singapore an additional nine countries from this Friday.

Magnepan's new MG1.7 audiophile speakers, for the first time using quasi-ribbon technology on all of the drivers

Home Entertainment

Quasi-ribbon technology used for all drivers in Magnepan's new speakers

Magnepan has updated its critically-acclaimed MG1.6 audiophile speaker, for the first time using quasi-ribbon technology on all of the drivers

Roland has updated the sound engine for four of its digital home pianos and also given them a more ivory-like keyboard

Music

Supernatural upgrade to Roland piano line

Roland has updated the sound engine for four of its digital home pianos and also given them a more ivory-like keyboard

Military

Liquid armor that hardens on impact to protect frontline troops

As part of a project to create future body armor offering soldiers greater ballistics protection and ease of movement, scientists and engineers at BAE Systems have developed a liquid which hardens when struck.

OCZ Flex EX DDR3 2133MHz 4GB Memory Module

Computing

World’s fastest 4GB DDR3, 2133MHz memory modules unveiled by OCZ Technology

OCZ Technology unveiled its fastest 4GB DDR3 RAM. The Module is capable of reaching frequencies up to 2133MHz and CL 10-10-10-30 timing. OCZ’s new modules are available in 4GB, 8GB Dual Channel and 12GB Triple Channel kits.

A female mosquito feeding on a human arm: could this pest's days be numbered?

Science

Gene-silencing nanoparticles take the fight against mosquitoes down to the genetic level

A Kansas University team has successfully used nanoparticle delivery to fight mosquitoes using dsRNA gene-silencing technology that kills the little pests as larvae.

Games

Microsoft announces 4GB Xbox 360, gives Kinect a price

Microsoft has just announced the successor to the storage-less Xbox 360 Arcade, and given Kinect a price.

Traffic on the streets of Beijing, the worst offender on the index

Automotive

IBM Global Commuter Pain Index measures world traffic congestion

IBM has released the results of its Global Commuter Pain Index, which compares traffic congestion in 20 cities worldwide.

The MOATV could carry troops' supplies in the field

Military

Semi-autonomous, Multi-Operated All-Terrain Vehicle to lighten soldiers' loads

BAE Systems’ Multi-Operated All-Terrain Vehicle (MOATV) is a semi-autonomous vehicle designed to reduce the burden on ground troops.

Common or English ivy (Hedera helix) clinging to an Acacia

Science

Ivy nanoparticles a safer and more effective option for sunblock

Nanoparticles secreted from ivy rootlets could protect skin from UV radiation at least four times better than the metal-based sunblocks found on store shelves today.

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