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Monday January 28, 2013 Daily edition   News and Blog Headlines How to squeeze large molecules into cells A hydrogel that destroys superbugs and drug-resistant biofilms FDA clears first autonomous telemedicine robot for hospitals DIY BioPrinter Big medical data ‘Big data’ and cloud computing empower smart machines to do human work, take human jobs DARPA’s plan to recruit military dogs: scan their brains A Star Trek ‘tractor’ beam for microscopic objects Print your own life-size robot for under $1,000 iRobot files patent application for autonomous all-in-one 3D printing, milling, drilling and finishing robot Latest News How to squeeze large molecules into cells January 28, 2013   Living cells are surrounded by a membrane that tightly regulates what gets in and out of the cell. This barrier is necessary for cells to control their internal environment, but it makes it more difficult for scientists to deliver large molecules such as nanoparticles for imaging, or proteins that can reprogram them into pluripotent stem … more… A hydrogel that destroys superbugs and drug-resistant biofilms January 28, 2013   The first-ever antimicrobial hydrogel that can break apart biofilms and destroy multidrug-resistant superbugs upon contact has been developed by researchers from the Institute of Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (IBN) and IBM Research. Tests have demonstrated the effectiveness of this novel synthetic material in eliminating various types of bacteria and fungi that are leading causes of microbial infections, and … more… FDA clears first autonomous telemedicine robot for hospitals January 28, 2013   iRobot Corp., a leader in delivering robotic solutions, has announced that its RP-VITA Remote Presence Robot has received 510(k) clearance by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in hospitals. RP-VITA is the first autonomous navigation remote presence robot to receive FDA clearance. RP-VITA is a joint effort between iRobot and InTouch Health. … more… Big medical data January 28, 2013   Recent new research has the potential to reshape medicine and health care through new scientific knowledge, novel treatments and products, better management of medical data, and improvements in health-care delivery. At the end of 2012, the National Public Radio show “Fresh Air” featured a segment in which its linguistics commentator argued that “big data” should … more… ‘Big data’ and cloud computing empower smart machines to do human work, take human jobs January 28, 2013   From giant corporations to university libraries to start-up businesses, employers are using rapidly improving technology to do tasks that humans used to do. That means millions of workers are caught in a competition they can’t win against machines that keep getting more powerful, cheaper and easier to use, the Washington Post reports. To better understand … more… DARPA’s plan to recruit military dogs: scan their brains January 28, 2013   According to a new research solicitation from DARPA, the FIDOS (Functional Imaging to Develop Outstanding Service-Dogs) project touts the idea of using magnetic image resonators (MRIs) to “optimize the selection of ideal service dogs” by scanning their brains to find the smartest candidates, Wired Danger Room reports. Last year, Emory University neuroscientist Greg Berns and his … more… A Star Trek ‘tractor’ beam for microscopic objects January 28, 2013   A miniature “tractor” beam that allows a beam of light to attract objects (as featured in Star Trek movies) has been created by researchers from the University of St Andrews and the Institute of Scientific Instruments (ISI) in the Czech Republic. This is the first time a light beam has been used to draw objects … more… Print your own life-size robot for under $1,000 January 28, 2013   Gael Langevin, a French sculptor and model-maker, has created a life-size, 3D-printed robot.called InMoov, CNN reports. Langevin’s animatronic creation can be made by anyone with access to little more than a basic 3D printer, a few motors, a cheap circuit board, and about $800. A work in progress, the robot boasts a head, arms, and … more… iRobot files patent application for autonomous all-in-one 3D printing, milling, drilling and finishing robot January 28, 2013   Well, just when you thought 3D printing was finally putting you back in charge of creating your own stuff, along comes iRobot Corporation with a U.S. patent application for a “Robotic Fabricator.” It’s conceived as a completely autonomous all-in-one product fabrication robot that handles manufacturing (including 3D printing) and all the post-printing work, from seed … more… New BLOG POSTS DIY BioPrinter January 28, 2013   Bioprinting is printing with biological materials. There’s a lot of work being done at research labs and big companies like Organovo on print human tissues and human organs, with an eye towards drug testing, and transplantation into humans. Check out these amazing TED talks by Anthony Atala, for example: Anthony Atala: Growing new organs Anthony … more… New EVENTS   2013 ARPA-E Energy Innovation Summit Dates: Feb 25 – 27, 2013 Location: Washington, D.C. more... Latest Kurzweil Collection posts Futurist Ray Kurzweil predicts in-body computers and a potential war with machines   Source: Las Vegas Sun — January 26, 2013 | Eli Segall If you worry that the Internet, computers and other electronics play an outsized role in daily life, futurist Ray Kurzweil has one message for you: This is only the beginning. Kurzweil, who will speak Sunday night at the Smith Center for the Performing Arts as part of the Audi Speaker Series, predicts a high-tech society … more… Read full article here Weekend best bets: Paula Poundstone, Ben Folds Five and Ray Kurzweil   Source: Las Vegas Sun — January 24, 2013 | Allison Duck Sunday: Ray Kurzweil lecture | Ray Kurzweil has been described as “the restless genius” by The Wall Street Journal, and “the ultimate thinking machine” by Forbes. Kurzweil hits the Smith Center stage as a part of the Audi Speaker Series, discussing his latest book, How to Create a Mind. Tickets are $24-$59 and the event starts at … more… Read full article here Ray Kurzweil says we’re going to live forever   Source: The New York Time — January 25, 2013 | Andrew Goldman As a futurist, you are famous for making predictions of when technological innovations will actually occur. Are you willing to predict the year you will die? My plan is to stick around. We’ll get to a point about 15 years from now where we’re adding more than a year every year to your life expectancy. To … more… Read full article here Visit KurzweilAI.net You are currently subscribed to the KurzweilAI.net newsletter as *|EMAIL|* To unsubscribe, please click here. To change your email preferences, please click here. *|LIST:ADDRESS|*.