Just add water – scientists developing method of freeze-drying blood

Human blood can typically only be stored for six weeks. It also needs to be refrigerated, which may be challenging in poor countries or remote locations. A new study, though, could lead to a method of drying blood for long-term storage.

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COVID-19 tracking maps set gold standards for dashboards and awaken an online community

Johns Hopkins' interactive data-driven maps have been the catalyst for a resurgence in online community platforms throughout the country. More about Innovation You don't have to be obsessive compulsive to…

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Solarized Land Cruiser 4×4 camper could be the Outback’s sweetest rig

Two famed "Cruisers" will collide in a new Extreme expedition vehicle. EarthCruiser Australia will put a wedge-top camper atop a Toyota chassis, combining the Land Cruiser's legendary capability with a cozy living cabin and solar power system.

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Combatting climate change with frontier technologies

by Houlin Zhao, ITU Secretary-General As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to spread across the globe, frontier technologies are playing a pivotal role in slowing the spread of this global pandemic. A new ITU/UN report – “Frontier technologies to protect the environment and tackle climate change” – highlights how these frontier technologies are also being used to accelerate solutions to address another […]

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Shipping container-based ICU goes from concept to hospital in weeks

We recently reported on a plan to use shipping containers to create ICUs to aid in the treatment of COVID-19 patients. A few weeks later, the conceptual design has been turned into a prototype unit installed in a temporary hospital in Turin, Italy.

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Razer unveils gaming ultrabook with world’s fastest 13.3-inch display

Razer has unleashed the latest update to its Blade Stealth 13 ultraportable gaming machine. As before, there are Full HD and 4K display options, with the former being treated to a competition-beating 120-Hz refresh rate.

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