Image Credit: ingramsingles/123rf.com Researchers at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research have made significant strides in restoring both movement and sensation to individuals living with paralysis. Led by engineer Chad Bouton, the team has developed a groundbreaking system that utilizes a “double neural bypass” to reroute signals around damaged nerves, enabling individuals to regain the…
The German town of Geretsried is set to revive its geothermal energy ambitions with the launch of a new commercial power plant by Canadian company Eavor. This innovative project utilizes advanced drilling techniques from the oil and gas industry to extract heat directly from deep, dry rock formations, rather than relying on traditional underground hot…
Image Credit: Photo courtesy of Culdesac Living In Tempe, Arizona, a pioneering car-free community known as Culdesac is redefining urban living by prioritizing walkability and public transit over automobile dependence. This $200 million, 17-acre development, which opened in 2021, consists of 288 residential units and aims to foster a vibrant community atmosphere. Culdesac currently houses…
Image Credit: lenblr/123rf.com Goodwill of Silicon Valley has launched an innovative retail store within the Elmwood Correctional Facility in Milpitas, California, aimed at providing hands-on training for incarcerated women. This unique initiative serves as a crucial step in equipping these women with essential skills for future employment upon their release. The program, conducted in collaboration…
Engineers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have developed a groundbreaking method for producing hydrogen fuel using common materials such as aluminum, seawater, and coffee grounds. This innovative technology promises to enhance sustainable energy production by offering a quick and environmentally friendly way to generate hydrogen, a clean fuel that can power motors and…
