March 5, 2020
Purdue study finds signal cascade that keeps plant stem cells active
Purdue University scientists have uncovered a key signaling cascade that maintains a balance between stem cells and differentiated cells.
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March 4, 2020
With a speaker and four microphones, drones can echolocate like bats
Similarly to how bats use echolocation to orient themselves with their surroundings, mathematicians have found that the same can be done with microphones and a speaker on a drone with the help of algebra and geometry.
Read MoreMarch 4, 2020
Cyber toolkit a ‘complete package’ for detectives, companies to follow a criminal’s digital footprint
A growing number of law enforcement agencies from across the world want to use Purdue University technology to help them track down cybercriminals with a toolkit that also can help companies stop insider threats and technology-facilitated abuse.
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Understanding how the brain predicts could make treating autism easier
Alexander Chubykin, assistant professor of biological sciences, is discovering how complications with prediction lead to changes in sensory perception and learning impairments, both of which are common symptoms of autism.
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Agricultural grain explosions are usually preventable, but 2019 still saw eight in the U.S.
Kingsly Ambrose, agricultural and biological engineering professor, studies particle technology, grain processing and particulate flow. One of the particles especially vulnerable to combustion is grain dust, found in grain handling facilities. Explosions at such facilities can be significant, potentially resulting in fatalities, injuries and/or millions of dollars in damages and lost revenue.
Read MoreMarch 3, 2020
How do you make adhesives for electronics, vehicles, and construction tougher?
The Purdue team added bonds that are broken easily throughout the material to strengthen the adhesive.
Read MoreMarch 2, 2020
Paper device could bring portable coronavirus detection, but funding bars production
An inexpensive device made out of paper could help rapidly and accurately diagnose coronavirus cases with funding for the right manufacturing process.
Read MoreFebruary 27, 2020
Oh, the places you’ll go – if you shut down the computer and open up a book instead!
Parents, teachers and caregivers are encouraged to read to children. Two Purdue University faculty members provide tips on how to interact with children during reading.
Read MoreFebruary 27, 2020
Parents: Developing strategies for communication, independence is key for adolescents, relationship
A new study looking at parent-adolescent relationships and substance use shows traditional parenting techniques might not be the best way to address issues. Such techniques could backfire when used too much.
Read MoreFebruary 26, 2020
Stretchable, wearable coils may make MRI, other medical tests easier on patients
Purdue University researchers have taken technology used in the defense and aerospace industries to create a novel way of doing some medical imaging.
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