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The latest edition of World Energy Storage Day (WESD) global virtual conference and expo discoursed on the critical megatrends and innovations in clean energy technologies such as stationary energy storage, e-mobility, and green hydrogen, along with their respective manufacturing and supply chains, across global regions and markets, with attention to regional dynamics and progress at various levels. The India Energy Storage Alliance (IESA) marked a significant milestone at the World Energy Storage Day (WESD) 2023 on September 22, by making the global virtual conference and expo one of the world’s largest energy storage and green mobility platforms to discuss the…

Telefónica Tech is engaged in offering digital transformation and system integration services. Credit: viewimage/Shutterstock. Telefonica is looking to sell a stake in its technology business (Telefonica Tech), reported Bloomberg, citing unnamed sources. The Spanish telecommunications company has been in touch with investment funds to assess their interest in buying a stake in the unit, the sources said. If Telefonica manages to sell the stake, the deal could value Telefonica Tech at over €2bn ($2.1bn), they added. The talks are still ongoing and there is no guarantee that the Madrid-based company will proceed with the divesture. According to one of the sources,…

Cornell University is spearheading the New York Space Innovation and Development Consortium, a new initiative that brings together industry, academic and government partners across New York State to strengthen U.S. space technology research and manufacturing capabilities. The consortium is funded by a $5 million grant from the Defense Manufacturing Community Assistance Program, run by the U.S. Department of Defense, and $1.8 million from Cornell University, and is a collaborative venture led by Cornell’s Sibley Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering in partnership with the Cornell High Energy Synchrotron Source (CHESS) and the Cornell Center for Materials Research (CCMR). “We are…

STMD Flight Opportunity Flight Opportunities Community of Practice Webinar Introducing the Space Tech Catalyst Award Competition Speakers: Dena Lambert, Inclusive Innovation Team Lead, Early Stage Innovation and Partnerships, NASA Lynn Van Deventer, Open Innovation Advisor, Collaborative Innovation Excellence, NASA October 4, 2023 Abstract Join this month’s Community of Practice webinar to learn more about the launch of the Space Tech Catalyst Prizes. The NASA Space Tech Catalyst Prizes invite and recognize individuals and organizations that empower underrepresented space technology innovators and researchers. Multiple $25,000 prizes will be awarded, and winners will be invited to an in-person event at NASA’s Goddard…

As the generative AI gold rush continues, entrepreneurs, investors and technology thinkers predict who will win. Some believe this time it will be smaller, geographically diverse companies and startups that triumph, rather than the big tech companies and their coastal hubs. And indeed, a new generation of AI applications powered by large language models (LLMs) are rapidly proliferating on the internet, fueled by licensing agreements with companies like OpenAI and the use of open source software. Meta, for example, has long open-sourced its key algorithms, including its latest generative AI system known as LLaMa 2, for developers to use freely.…

Small spacecraft technology SpaceTech-REDDI-2023 Appendix S1: University Small Satellite Technology Partnership Launches The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Headquarters has announced a call for proposals titled “University Small Satellite Technology Partnership (USTP)” as an addendum to the NASA Research Announcement (NRA) “Space Technology Research, Development, Demonstration, and Infusion 2023 (SpaceTech-REDDI-2023)” under the Space Technology Mission Directorate. The call for proposals can be accessed by opening the NSPIRES home page at http://nspires.nasaprs.com/, selecting “Calls,” selecting “Open Calls,” and finally selecting “University Small Satellite Technology Partnership.” To go directly to the call for proposals page, please visit https://tinyurl.com/NASA-23USTP. The Small Spacecraft…

Laser surgery to improve eyesight is widespread, and technology developed for use in space is now commonly used on Earth to track a patient’s eyes and precisely guide a laser scalpel during surgery. The human eye is stabilized, allowing us to see a fixed point clearly, even when we tilt or shake our head. This reflex requires the brain to constantly interpret information from the inner ear to maintain balance and stable vision. A key feature of this sensory system is its use of gravity as a reference. The ESA (European Space Agency) Eye-Tracker Experiment studied the mechanisms involved in…

Teacher training course goals and structure The EnergyTech UP faculty course is designed for educators who can leverage mentorship and resources to develop implementation plans for ideas to consolidate or expand energy technology commercialization and entrepreneurship activities at their institutions. These ideas could include: Integration of new core educational modules into existing courses/programs, development of new courses/programs, creation of accelerator or incubator programs, creative co-teaching situations involving faculty from different disciplines, creative distance learning modules/courses, creation of new student-centered materials that actively engage learners in the classroom, development of new content presentation materials (for face-to-face or online learning), and any…

The medical technology industry is undergoing major transformation: once centered on hardware-based category leadership, the sector is evolving toward a focus on digital products. Reflecting this shift, artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare market is expected to expand at a CAGR of over 30% through 2030. Drivers of change There are three main drivers of this change: margin pressures, competition, and changing patient demands. The challenge of meeting shareholder expectations amid stagnant or declining profit margins is driving the need for innovation. While the industry has seen impressive advances in hardware, the potential of software, particularly AI algorithms, remains untapped. With…

At the 20th annual Energy Tech Venture Forum, hosted by the Rice University Technology and Entrepreneurship Alliance, 11 startups were recognized by investors at an event that evaluated more than 90 companies in the early stages of the energy transition.”The selection process was both exciting and challenging given the great ideas we saw today,” said Jason Sidhu, director of information services business engagement at TC Energy, which announced the top companies. “We want to thank all of the companies that participated in this year’s Energy Tech Venture Forum. Your commitment to solving energy problems and pursuing ambitious ideas is truly…