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New Northeastern research hub connects Oakland and Boston to advanced semiconductor research
Northeastern University has launched the West Coast Institute for NanoSystems Innovation in Oakland, connecting it with Boston for advanced semiconductor research. This facility will design and test silicon chips vital for technologies like 5G, AI, and nanomedicine. With a collaborative environment for faculty and students, the institute aims to support the U.S. in achieving chip independence.
$13M ARPA-H Award for Breakthrough 3D Imaging To Detect Lung Cancer Early
NanoSI Assistant Professor Soner Sonmezoglu, has been awarded a $13 million grant from ARPA-H for his project titled “PAIL: PhotoAcoustic Imaging Technology for Diagnostic Lung Assessment.” This initiative aims to develop a groundbreaking optical photoacoustic imaging system, complete with advanced image reconstruction algorithms, to enhance the diagnosis and treatment of cancer and other major diseases.
David Horsley and Matteo Rinaldi receive Northeastern Global Network Accelerator Award
Launched in 2023, the Northeastern University Global Network Accelerator Award recognizes the contributions of faculty who continue to push the advancement of experiential learning and discovery beyond the boundaries of place.
US Science Agency Debuts Startup Matchmaking Program in Taiwan | Bloomberg
The US agency tasked with driving scientific research has launched a program to connect American startups with Taiwanese peers, backing the island’s ambitions to foster key players in strategic sectors like semiconductors, AI and beyond.
Crops communicate with one another. These researchers want to listen in.
Researchers at Northeastern are designing a low-cost, low-power sensor that will detect the volatile organic chemicals given off by damaged plants.
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