nanotechnology

How many disasters could this new fire detector prevent over 10 years? That’s how long its battery lasts.

Northeastern researchers in electrical and computer engineering have been awarded a patent for a smart sensor that consumes no power and can operate for years without a battery change. They plan to use it to prevent fires in places including forests and construction sites.

by Roberto Molar Candanosa August 1, 2019

To fix big problems in medicine, he’s thinking smaller

Thomas Webster, a Northeastern professor working to develop nano-scale medicine and technology to more quickly diagnose health conditions, combat antibiotic resistance, and improve medical implants, was recently elected as an Overseas Fellow to the Royal Society of Medicine.

by Laura Castañón January 8, 2019

This engineering professor pokes holes in neuroscience to shed light on the unseen details of the brain

Chain-link fences are common, and for good reason: They’re simple and flexible, without blocking light or visibility. As Northeastern professor Hui Fang and his research partners at Boston Children’s Hospital reveal in a new report published Wednesday, their structure can also work wonders for the brain.

by Aria Bracci September 5, 2018

Matteo Rinaldi has developed a new type of sensor that consumes no power whatsoever in standby mode, waking up only when it detects an important event. Photo by Adam Glanzman/Northeastern University

New ‘sleeping’ sensors could save costs, make warzones safer

Sensors deployed in remote or hazardous locations could improve intel and safety conditions, but maintaining them is costly. Now, Matteo Rinaldi, associate professor of electrical and computer engineering, has developed a new type of sensor that consumes no power whatsoever in standby mode, waking up only when it detects an important event.

by Allie Nicodemo September 14, 2017

Professor honored for outstanding contributions to improving diversity in biomedical engineering

The Biomedical Engineering Society Diversity Award, presented this year to Srinivas Sridhar, University Distinguished Professor of Physics, Bioengineering, and Chemical Engineering. “This award recognizes the work I’ve been doing for the past 10 years, a path motivated by spreading knowledge and breaking down barriers to access of knowledge,” he said.

by Greg St. Martin October 31, 2016

Northeastern faculty spark a sea change in the nanomedicine field

Professors Srinivas Sridhar and Thomas Webster launched the Nanomedicine Academy of Minority Serving Institutions to bring a diverse workforce into this emerging field and cutting-edge medical advances into the world.

by Thea Singer January 4, 2016

Paper towels that pack a punch against bacteria

Photo courtesy of Thinkstock. Of the three ways we can dry our hands after scrubbing down, the paper towel method…

by Angela Herring January 7, 2013