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Scientists Get Closer to Having Living Computers
by Lisa ZygaWant to be a cyborg? Your neurons may one day store information as a "cybernetic organism." For the first time, scientists have demonstrated the successful data storage on live neurons.
New Type of Interactive Paper Makes and Plays Sounds
by Lisa Zyga
No, there are no hidden wires here. It really is just the paper, along with a special conductive ink, that makes this paper listenable. read more »
Hydrogen-fueled Cars Enhanced with 13 Lucky Enzymes
by Lisa ZygaThirteen enzymes have been discovered-found in as diverse objects as plants, rabbits, bacteria, and yeast-which, when mixed together, could solve three major challenges on the road to a hydrogen economy. Ultimately, the chemistry experiment could enable a car to run for 300 miles for as little as $8. read more »
Go Green and Make Some Green...Dollars
by Michelle
Felony to Sell Video Games in New York?
by Matt Wood
New York Assembly passed a bill today, May 31st, 2007 that could make it possible to charge retailers who sell an M Rated game to a minor with a felony. Assemblymen from the State of New York were heard discussing the unconstitutional clauses in the law, but then turned around to say that they were voting FOR the bill. The law passed today by an overwhelming vote of 130-10. read more »
Robot Demonstrates Self-Awareness
by Lisa ZygaDo you know thyself? Nico does.
This robot has recently passed the self-recognition test that scientists use to determine if an animal species can recognize itself in a mirror. Only a handful of animals have passed this test, and now robots appear to be among this elite clique...or else, the test may not be all that it was once thought to be. read more »
"Shot Guard" Underwear Foils Freaky Photographers
by Steve Levenstein
New "ShotGuard" underwear from Cramer Japan provides female athletes, students and children with security against infrared photography. read more »
MediCafe Vending Machine Takes Your Time, Not Your Money
by Steve Levenstein
The old expression "Time is Money" is about to be put into practice by Japan's newest vending machine, the revolutionary MediCafe. read more »
Back(side) To The Future - A Toilet That Does Everything
by Steve Levenstein
With the TOTO Washlet S400, Japanese designers have shown us what the future of bathroom breaks look like while making us feel uncomfortably backward in the process. read more »
The Modern Marvels Invent Now(R) Challenge Names Top Invention of 2007
by Michelle
The History Channel(R) and Invent Now(R) Inc., a division of the National Inventors Hall of Fame(R) Foundation, announced the Finalists and Grand Prize Winner - the top inventions of 2007 - in the second annual Modern Marvels Invent Now(R) Challenge, a national competition in search of America's next great inventor. read more »
Major Decision by Supreme Court Will Impact Future of Patents
by Michelle
The Supreme Court has made a decision that will have dramatic impact on existing patent law. This week, the Supreme Court issued a decision in KSR v. Teleflex, which dealt with the design of the humble gas pedal, but has far greater consequences. Teleflex is the latest in a series of cases that look to better define the proper limits and roles of patents read more »
Homemade Soda Can Solar Furnace
by Gloria Campos
Staples® Announces 2007 Staples Invention Quest® Kid, Adult and Associate Winners
by Michelle
GPS Robot Wins Grand Prize at PennVention Competition
by MichelleStaples Invention Quest: Finalists Announced, Voting Begins
by Tim WhitneyStaples Invention QuestStaples has announced the 15 finalists in its Invention Quest. Five finalists in each of three categories are now up for a grand prize of $25,000 each and a chance to have Staples manufacture and sell their product. You have a chance to affect the outcome (or so they say) as the online voting has begun. Read on to learn about the products that will rock your office world... read more »
New Judges and Host for American Inventor Season Two ( 2007) Announced
by Michelle
According to the Associated Press , George Foreman will be a Judge on `American Inventor'. The "boxing great, ordained minister and grilling guru George Foreman just added another job to his resume: reality-TV judge. "
Foreman will be joined by former NBA executive Pat Croce, British businessman Peter Jones and undergarments entrepreneur Sara Blakely, creator of Spanx. The show's new host is Nick Smith. read more »
$25 Million To Green the Earth
by Gloria Campos
yet, announced two weeks ago (2/9/07), by Sir Richard Branson, now's your chance to get in on the action, find a way to save the world and win millions in the process.
The challenge: to come up with a way of removing one billion metric tons of lethal carbon dioxide from the earth's atmosphere every year for 10 years without further harming the earth. The winner (individual or group) will make history, earn $25 million and have the pure satisfaction of making the world greener place to live. read more »
Everyday Edisons is Auditioning Inventors in San Diego
by Michelle
As a update to our article "Calling All Inventors:Everyday Edisons is Looking for Inventors for Its Show", we wanted to remind inventors that Everyday Edisons®, auditions are being held in San Diego, California this Saturday, February 24th, 2007. read more »
Mothers of Invention Contest for Good Morning America
by Erik ThompsonGood Morning America Weekend" kicked off its third annual Mothers of Invention Challenge today, in partnership with Mom Inventors, Inc.
Here are the details: read more »
Henkel is Looking for Household Innovation Ideas
by MichelleDo you have a granted patent or a published patent application, or a registered and published utility model or design? - If you can answer "yes" to any of these questions, you are eligible to participate in the Henkel Innovation Trophy.
Henkel´s well-known brands are found in homes, retailers, and industry across North America. They include Dial® soap, Purex® laundry detergent, Renuzit® air fresheners, Soft Scrub® household cleanser, LA LOOKS®, Dep®, and got2bTM hair care products, Duck® brand duct tape, Loctite® adhesives, and LePage® adhesives. read more »
Oprah Has A Big Idea: She's Looking for Inventors
by Erik Thompson
Want to be on Oraph and on QVC with your invention?
Oprah is on the search for the next Big Idea. Here's your chance to become a QVC success story. read more »
Staples Announces Invention Quest Semi-Finalists...Sort Of
by Tim Whitney
Invent -a -Toy World Games
by MichelleWill the next best toy inventor be your kid?
Enter your child's Toy or Game into the 2007 Invent-A-Toy World Games. The contest is now until April 6, 2007.
ByKidsforKids is looking for ‘Toys’ or ‘Games’ inventions in these categories: read more »
Everyday Edison Auditions in Washington D.C.
by AlexisBouncing Brain Productions is coming to Washington, D.C., to give the region’s residents the opportunity to do just that – to transform their ideas into real, marketable products through its new public television series, Everyday Edisons. read more »