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BioXFEL going beyond biology
BioXFEL—the NSF science and technology center based in Buffalo—is helping pioneering researchers discover new directions. Scientists are excited to apply XFELs (X-ray free-electron lasers) technology to solar cells, artificial membranes and man-made materials.
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Are 'killer robots' the real threat?
UB researchers urge us to look beyond a temporary solution of banning killer robots. They suggest that we consider the principles and ideologies of building an automated system; ask what drives the decisions in artificial intelligence and robotics.
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Could energy storage glow in our future?
UB scientists think a glowing dye might be the future technology for storing energy that could one day power cars and homes. Boron-dipyrromethene (BODIPY) excels at storing electrons and participating in electron transfer—key functions for batteries.
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UB is the prime factor for Bak USA
Bak, a fast-growing maker of computers and tablets, chose downtown Buffalo and UB. The access to university expertise, resources and talent has created a strong bond, a business relationship, mirrored by other START-UP NY companies.
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Social media engages customers
UB researchers and colleagues confirm that social media marketing matters to the bottom line. Their study found that active posts could significantly strengthen traditional TV and email marketing campaigns to boost sales.
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UB student inventor creates autism app
UB undergraduate Kun Woo Cho is developing a smartphone app that tracks eye movements. By detecting autism at an earlier age, it could lead to improved treatments and outcomes. It's also portable, crosses cultural lines and eliminates language barriers.
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