Category Archives: Technology

Ideas & Information on new, emerging and future technologies…

Brand New Technology – Millions of applications potential – The MYO gesture-control armband senses your muscle’s movements

Harnessing muscular activity to provide computer input has many advantages over Kinect-like devices that use cameras or inertial sensors. A new gesture-based wireless input device that works by sensing the electrical signature of forearm contractions is now available for pre-order … Continue reading

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Top 10 Emerging Technology Trends – 2013

New challenges need new technologies to tackle them. Here, the World Economic Forum’s Global Agenda Council on Emerging Technologies identifies the top 10 most promising technology trends that can help to deliver sustainable growth in decades to come as global … Continue reading

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FP7 Conference – ‘Smart Systems Integration 2013′, Amsterdam, Netherlands

A conference entitled ‘Smart Systems Integration 2013′ (SSI 2013) will be held from 13 to 14 March 2013 in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Smart systems are miniaturized devices that incorporate functions of sensing, actuation and control. They are capable of describing and … Continue reading

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Low Carbon KEEP Small Business Funding

The Low Carbon KEEP (Knowledge-East of England-Partners) programme aims to support East of England businesses to innovate and grow through University partnerships and knowledge transfer. By improving internal capabilities and implementing a low carbon approach to business through academic guidance, … Continue reading

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Horizon 2020 – FET Open Scheme Wins €2Bn Funding!

As the number one priority for ICT research, the 10-year  FET Flagship projects in graphene and computer modelling of the brain announced this week are guaranteed €1B each. The two winners of the biggest basic research grants in EU history … Continue reading

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Transient Electronics – can it replace RFID?

A new electronics technology, transient electronics is the official name, just melts away within the body after doing its job. Testing in the lab has already taken place in areas such as wound healing, temperature sensors, solar cells and a 64 pixel … Continue reading

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Eurostars Funding Deadline Published!

The cut-off date: EUREKA’s Eurostars Programme is open for funding applications on a continuous basis, with an average of two application submission deadlines each year. The next deadline for the submission of applications is Next Deadline:    Thursday 20th September 2012 … Continue reading

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Start Up Loans for Young Entrepreneurs (UK)

When can I apply? You can apply for a StartUp Loan from 28 May 2012. To whom do I apply? The StartUp Loan distribution partners will be announced shortly and you can choose the loan provider that suits you best. … Continue reading

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JumpStart – Funding for London SMEs

JumpStart Managed by: London Development Agency What is it for? Support for innovative business projects‚ Who can apply? London based SMEs‚   What is available? Various – see below Details The aim of Jumpstart is to encourage organisations to improve … Continue reading

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Emerging Technologies – Electroencephalography (EEG)

Electroencephalography (EEG) is the recording of electrical activity along the scalp. EEG measures voltage fluctuations resulting from ionic current flows within the neurons of the brain. In clinical contexts, EEG refers to the recording of the brain’s spontaneous electrical activity … Continue reading

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