Invention

Christopher Griffin

Innovation Expo Features
Eco-Friendly Inventions

by | Apr 24, 2017
From a new twist on a wind turbine to flooring that generates electricity with every step, the latest clean technologies were on display at Earth Day Texas.
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embryo
New Technology Enables Real-Time Embryo Monitoring
by | Apr 24, 2017
The technology allows remote monitoring by scientists from their offices or their home.
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How do You Feel? Gensler’s Robot, Jack, Wants to Know
by | Apr 21, 2017
Jack reads emojis in text messages sent to him by onlookers and responds to them with colors of light based on the type of emoji sent.
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Predictive Analytics Enlisted to Fight Child Maltreatment
by | Apr 20, 2017
Researchers say the analytical technique could pinpoint neighborhoods — down to the block — where abuse may be most likely.
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DFW Entrepreneurs Recount Their ‘Aha’ Moments

by | Apr 18, 2017
Whether attending a family gathering or standing in a receiving line, a great entrepreneurial idea can strike at any time.
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Toyota Steps Up Its Robotics With New Leg Brace
by | Apr 13, 2017
The automaker will open its North American headquarters in Plano next month.
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Bucket Invention
Fort Worth Entrepreneur Bringing Psoriasis Cream to Market
by | Apr 12, 2017
Art Clapp is continuing his pharmaceutical endeavors with a new product from his company, NuvoThera.
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DRC Interactive maps

Interactive Maps Showcase
North Texas Innovation

by | Apr 6, 2017
Trey Bowles introduces a new tool for the entrepreneur's arsenal at the 4th Annual State of Entrepreneurship event.
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hyperloop
Hyperloop in Texas?
Dallas-led AECOM Group is Making the Case
by | Apr 5, 2017
The Hyperloop Texas team is one of 35 semifinalists proposing routes for the high-speed transportation system in a Hyperloop One contest.
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head injury
Study: Robot Can Help Diagnose Athlete’s Head Injury
by | Apr 5, 2017
The robot's camera would allow a distant neurologist to evaluate a player suspected of having a concussion.
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viruses
Can Viruses Deliver Medicine? UTD Researchers Investigating
by | Apr 4, 2017
The viruses used affect plants and bacteria, but aren't harmful to humans, researchers say.
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Dr. Guanghua and Dr, Xin Luo

Computer Model Predicts Most Deadly Lung Cancer

by | Mar 28, 2017
UTSW researchers' computer model can make predictions based on a fraction of the more than 900 differences in shape and structure of cancer cells.
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robots
Safe & Secure: Knightscope Robots are on Patrol
by | Mar 16, 2017
The wheeled robots recently were demonstrated at UT Arlington, and have been deployed in data centers, shopping centers, and corporate campuses.
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traffic safety
Plano Company Offers Visual
Reminder for Traffic Safety
by | Mar 15, 2017
Reflection Band recently launched an e-commerce store. It's poised to grow production by 300 percent this year.
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securonix funding
Blockchain Backers Want to Unleash Tech’s Potential
by | Mar 15, 2017
Advocates say the technology could enable easier, more secure sharing of patient information, among other uses.
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