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Unlocking the Secrets of Photosynthesis
New research that reveals how plants efficiently convert energy from the sun could enable the development of a new, highly robust, and more efficient generation of solar-energy technologies.
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Rensselaer Licenses Novel Solar Power Technology
Rensselaer signed an exclusive license agreement with Concentrating Solar Power Utility for a new solar power technology utilizing what is known as magnetohydrodynamics (MHD).
Facilitating the Transport of Green Power Along Power Grids
A recent Rensselaer doctoral student has developed a new advanced material to coat electrical components and allow the transmission of higher voltages across national power infrastructures.
Focusing on the Future of Lighting at the LRC
The Lighting Research Center and Osram Sylvania are working with Paramount Pictures on a study of LED-based lighting in a conference room that uses modular lighting tiles on the ceiling and wall; LRC reports assist airports the feasibility of LED runway and taxiway lights and facilitate industry reduction of electricity costs during times of peak electric loads.
Insights from Innovators
Recent media interviews consider space exploration, machines as artist, ecofriendly packaging, game creation, lighting prescriptions for seniors, and 3-D printing.
