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Layers of potential
Graphene, with its diversity of interesting properties, has been heralded as technology’s next big thing. But, nearly a decade after its discovery, are bendy phones all this material can offer?
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Liquefied air could transform energy market
Energy storage could be revolutionised by a new wave of research into liquefied air, with first commercial use possible this year
Fracking presents opportunity for clean tech pioneers
Clean tech firm using technology to aid oil and gas industry in fracking boom
Lighter than air (but still solid)
A team of scientists from Zhejiang have produced a new substance that is just twice as heavy as hydrogen. The material, known as graphene aerogel, also has a number of weighty commercially viable uses
Drone transparency is Obama’s primary concern
Obama’s inability to have yet acted on promises to better transparency for UAV strikes is drawing criticism from many senior officials, the issue, as such, is threatening to mar the President’s reputation
The crucial importance of requirements management
Ken Harkin of Sparx Systems explains how effective requirements management can save time and prevent mistakes
Infonavit’s contribution to private housing development
CEO of Infonavit, Alejandro Murat Hinojosa explains how the institution is fundamental for raising standards of living in Mexico
The financial and sustainable benefits of ‘smart grids’
Pascal Bleeker and Alexander Schoenfeldt of Locamation explain how technology can meet regulations and prevent stranded costs
Apps widen the technological capabilities of taxi services
Apps like Hailo are giving new life to industries not traditionally associated with technology, one such sector being taxiing
Propel Fuels offer a green alternative to gasoline
Propel Fuels, having opened its first station less than a year ago, has already received significant funds for investment
Industries use gaming software to train employees
Various industries across the globe are putting hi-tech gaming software towards some surprisingly productive uses
Companies reap the benefits of furthering eco-policy
Firms look to engage employees in bolstering their eco-friendly image as candidates become increasingly environmentally conscious
Establishing the Portuguese pillars of sustainability
Caixa Geral de Depósitos uses the strength of its position to promote sustainable practices across a range of sectors
How is Dell to thrive in today’s vastly competitive markets?
As Michael Dell takes the firm he founded private, there are many ways in which the PC maker needs to reinvent itself
Technological advancements in improvements to healthcare
By simply improving access to data many are looking to revolutionise healthcare and the way we interact with it
OSU further the potential of clean coal technology
‘Green coal’ is at the forefront of global governmental and scientific agendas in that it could greatly reduce carbon emissions
Is there a future for microfinance in India?
Microfinance was once hailed as a solution to third-world poverty, though has suffered recent criticism for imposing debt
Abenomics: Short term band aid, long term health
The majority of commentators argue that Japan is a near-lost cause. But with long term wealth seemingly growing, it might not be all so bad