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Outcomes Scientists May Miss in a Paperless Office
Going paperless can cut costs and improve efficiency, both of which are vital in every scientific area.
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Bacteria Recruited to Produce Graphene
Labs in the U.S. and the Netherlands developed techniques to sustainably produce high-quality graphene with more capabilities, using a strain of bacteria.
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Analysis – Most New Drugs Not Adding Patient Benefits
An analysis of drugs approved for use in Germany since 2011 shows no evidence most treatments provide new or added benefits to patients compared to standard care.
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Companies Responsible for Their Indoor Air Quality
Substances made at work sites, or stored for any length of time, may emit volatile compounds into the air, which businesses need to monitor.
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Cold-Chain Drug Delivery Tested Via Drone
A group of companies and organizations designed and tested a long-distance drone capable of delivering drugs needing constant cold temperatures.
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Start-Up Lands Grant to Clean-Up Space Debris
A company founded earlier this year is receiving a small-business grant from NASA for a technology to remove small satellites and other debris from space.
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Voice Indicators to Monitor Dementia Progression
A company developing diagnostics for cognitive disorders from changes in speech patterns is partnering on vocal biomarkers to track progression of a form of dementia.
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Immunotherapy Biotech Gains $325M in Venture Funds
A biotechnology enterprise developing personalized treatments for cancer and infectious diseases is raising $325 million in its second venture funding round.
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A.I., Robotics Deployed for Harvesting Lettuce
A lab in the U.K. applying machine learning and robotics to agriculture developed and field-tested an autonomous device that harvests iceberg lettuce.
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Infographic – Robotics Effects on Job Markets
Statista published a chart this week reporting on expectations of major companies on job markets, this weekend’s infographic on Science & Enterprise.