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Time to cool it
- The Economist, 2006.12.13
The technology of cooling things, ignored for many years, suddenly seems important—especially for electronics
The technology of cooling things, ignored for many years, suddenly seems important—especially for electronics
3-D chips show signal promise
- EE Times, 2006.12.12
Researchers from RTI International have developed a platform technology for integrating multiple layers of silicon into three-dimensional integrated circuits. The new technology, based on high-performance infrared focal plane array detectors, promises to dramatically enhance the on-chip signal-processing capabilities of sensor and actuator devices.
Researchers from RTI International have developed a platform technology for integrating multiple layers of silicon into three-dimensional integrated circuits. The new technology, based on high-performance infrared focal plane array detectors, promises to dramatically enhance the on-chip signal-processing capabilities of sensor and actuator devices.
Environment, genetics, social behavior integrated into national health survey
- HULIQ, 2006.12.12
Is marriage good for your health? How does environment affect obesity? How are personality and genetics linked to heart disease? Do genes influence illegal drug use and risky sexual behaviors?
Is marriage good for your health? How does environment affect obesity? How are personality and genetics linked to heart disease? Do genes influence illegal drug use and risky sexual behaviors?
RTI study: Visual disorders cost Americans $35B annually
- Triangle Business Journal, 2006.12.12
A newly released study by a Triangle nonprofit indicates that adult visual disorders cost U.S. employers, governments and individuals more than $35 billion a year.
A newly released study by a Triangle nonprofit indicates that adult visual disorders cost U.S. employers, governments and individuals more than $35 billion a year.
Visual Disorders Cost U.S. Economy $35 Billion A Year, RTI Study Shows
- Local Tech Wire, 2006.12.12
The consequences of visual disorders among adults reach far beyond the quality of life impairment suffered by those afflicted, a new study from RTI International reports
The consequences of visual disorders among adults reach far beyond the quality of life impairment suffered by those afflicted, a new study from RTI International reports
Visual Disorders in People Over 40 May be Costing the U.S. Economy Billions
- Kansas City InfoZine, 2006.12.12
Major visual disorders in Americans older than 40 years may cost the U.S. economy an estimated $35.4 billion a year.
Major visual disorders in Americans older than 40 years may cost the U.S. economy an estimated $35.4 billion a year.
RTI International scientist appointed to World Energy Council Committee
- Carolina Newswire, 2006.12.11
David Myers, Ph.D., vice president of RTI International's Engineering and Technology Unit, has been appointed to serve on the Cleaner Fossil Fuels Committee of the World Energy Council.
David Myers, Ph.D., vice president of RTI International's Engineering and Technology Unit, has been appointed to serve on the Cleaner Fossil Fuels Committee of the World Energy Council.
Vision disorders cost U.S. $35B each year
- United Press International, 2006.12.11
Disorders that cause vision loss -- such as age-related macular degeneration -- cost Americans $35 billion each year, says a study.
Disorders that cause vision loss -- such as age-related macular degeneration -- cost Americans $35 billion each year, says a study.
Vision Problems Among Those Over 40 Costly
- Forbes, 2006.12.11
Major vision problems in people over 40 are costing the U.S. economy an estimated $35.4 billion a year, researchers report.
Major vision problems in people over 40 are costing the U.S. economy an estimated $35.4 billion a year, researchers report.
Vision Problems Among Those Over 40 Costly
- Washington Post, 2006.12.11
Major vision problems in people over 40 are costing the U.S. economy an estimated $35.4 billion a year, researchers report.
Major vision problems in people over 40 are costing the U.S. economy an estimated $35.4 billion a year, researchers report.
Moeser in China on health care mission
- Chapel Hill News, 2006.12.10
UNC Chancellor James Moeser will lead a delegation visiting Beijing and Shanghai this month to help develop recommendations for health-care reform in China.
UNC Chancellor James Moeser will lead a delegation visiting Beijing and Shanghai this month to help develop recommendations for health-care reform in China.
Project Aims for a Better PHR
- Health Data Management, 2006.12.8
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation will fund eight research programs designed to enable consumers to better use the information within personal health records to improve their health.
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation will fund eight research programs designed to enable consumers to better use the information within personal health records to improve their health.
Expert Teams to Design New Solutions for Personal Health Records to Help Consumers Manage Their Health
- Forbes, 2006.12.7
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) today kicked off a landmark program to design and test bold ideas for how consumers can use information technology to better manage their health and navigate the health care system.
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) today kicked off a landmark program to design and test bold ideas for how consumers can use information technology to better manage their health and navigate the health care system.
RTI International leads malaria education and prevention program which assists more than 600,000 South Africans
- Carolina Newswire, 2006.12.7
As part of an effort to prevent the spread of malaria, RTI International led a collaborative effort to design and implement an education program delivering malaria prevention and treatment messages to more than 600,000 South Africans.
As part of an effort to prevent the spread of malaria, RTI International led a collaborative effort to design and implement an education program delivering malaria prevention and treatment messages to more than 600,000 South Africans.
SC Johnson and RTI International Reach More Than 600,000 Through Malaria Prevention Campaign in South Africa
- , 2006.12.5
More than half a million South Africans living in malaria-affected areas are closer to being protected from one of the world’s most deadly diseases due to the efforts of a malaria prevention program sponsored by SC Johnson’s Raid® pest control brand and supported by RTI International. The program – “Healthy Children, Healthy Homes” – is a collaborative effort involving South Africa’s National Department of Health, Medical Research Council and three Provincial Malaria Control Programs.
More than half a million South Africans living in malaria-affected areas are closer to being protected from one of the world’s most deadly diseases due to the efforts of a malaria prevention program sponsored by SC Johnson’s Raid® pest control brand and supported by RTI International. The program – “Healthy Children, Healthy Homes” – is a collaborative effort involving South Africa’s National Department of Health, Medical Research Council and three Provincial Malaria Control Programs.
Teaching potential worthy of pursuit
- News & Observer, 2006.12.3
The staff of the Digital Solutions Unit at RTI International is serious about "serious games." While DSU is not a producer of games, staff members are avid consumers. We have developed a collective expertise about multiple aspects of video gaming, everything from product attributes to technical details, in order to create and produce cutting-edge training simulations for our government and industry clients. We focus on what games offer to help people learn.
The staff of the Digital Solutions Unit at RTI International is serious about "serious games." While DSU is not a producer of games, staff members are avid consumers. We have developed a collective expertise about multiple aspects of video gaming, everything from product attributes to technical details, in order to create and produce cutting-edge training simulations for our government and industry clients. We focus on what games offer to help people learn.
Tobacco Promotions Negate Impact of Anti-Smoking Messages
- Consumer Affairs, 2006.12.1
Turn on TV and one tobacco company commercial after another from urges young people not to smoke. But does that mean "big tobacco" has given up recruiting new smokers? A new study says, absolutely not.
Turn on TV and one tobacco company commercial after another from urges young people not to smoke. But does that mean "big tobacco" has given up recruiting new smokers? A new study says, absolutely not.
Cigarette promotions counteract tobacco control programs
- Carolina Newswire, 2006.11.30
A new study by researchers at RTI International suggests that cigarette makers are using aggressive point-of-purchase marketing techniques to circumvent policies designed to reduce demand for tobacco products.
A new study by researchers at RTI International suggests that cigarette makers are using aggressive point-of-purchase marketing techniques to circumvent policies designed to reduce demand for tobacco products.
Digital Abrams: The M1A2 SEP Program (updated)
- , 2006.11.30
America's M1 Abrams tanks come in a number of versions. In addition to the M1A1 that is now standard, the US Army is beginning to field its M1 TUSK for urban warfare.
America's M1 Abrams tanks come in a number of versions. In addition to the M1A1 that is now standard, the US Army is beginning to field its M1 TUSK for urban warfare.
Duke Helps RTP Rise to Prominence
- Duke Chronicle, 2006.11.29
Although many Duke students have heard of Research Triangle Park, the University's renowed technological neighbor, few are aware of Duke's connections to the park.
Although many Duke students have heard of Research Triangle Park, the University's renowed technological neighbor, few are aware of Duke's connections to the park.