FLOATEC project develops new floating house technology for low-lying countries

FLOATEC project develops new floating house technology for low-lying countries: Venice may soon be sharing its "Floating City" moniker thanks to a research project developing "amphibian houses" that are designed to float in the event of a flood. The FLOATEC project sees the primary market for the houses as the Netherlands, whose low-lying land makes it particularly susceptible to the effects of rising sea levels.

smart forvision investigates new materials

smart forvision investigates new materials: Smart's iconic lightweight fortwo commuter was such a natural for conversion to electric propulsion that it was one of the first zero emission cars with a recognizable badge available in that form. In essence, it changed little from the petrol-engined version apart from the drivetrain.

Miniature oxygen generator implants to boost effectiveness of cancer treatments

Miniature oxygen generator implants to boost effectiveness of cancer treatments: Some cancers, such as pancreatic and cervical cancers, are notoriously hypoxic, which means they contain low oxygen levels. Because radiation therapy needs oxygen to be effective, hypoxic areas of a tumor can be difficult to kill.

UrbanTile window blind concept fuses solar panel with an OLED screen

UrbanTile window blind concept fuses solar panel with an OLED screen: Each and every day, the sun showers our cities in solar energy. Every night, our cities emit light so bright that they can be seen from space.

Toshiba's 55-inch, Ultra HD, glasses-free 3D TV

Toshiba's 55-inch, Ultra HD, glasses-free 3D TV: Toshiba has taken the wraps off a 55-inch, 16:9 ratio LED backlit TV with glasses free 3D capability and Quad Full HD resolution.