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Meet the biophysicist whose seizure-detection company is using AI to get a better read on people's brains

Nonconvulsive seizures pose serious risks in ICUs, with diagnosis hindered by a shortage of EEG technicians and delayed testing affecting patient outcomes.

The bee project helping to tackle elephant-human conflict in Kenya in pictures

Elephant conservation in Tsavo has seen success, but human-elephant conflicts are the leading cause of elephant deaths.
#product-development

Unexpected Downtime: Stress as Enhancement vs. Stress as Panic

A little stress can lead to new insights and positive outcomes in situations of adversity.

Products That Work So Well You Won't Know How To Handle All Your Newfound Power

These innovative products enhance daily experiences, from carrying drinks to ensuring comfortable footwear and improving skin hydration.

Unexpected Downtime: Stress as Enhancement vs. Stress as Panic

A little stress can lead to new insights and positive outcomes in situations of adversity.

Products That Work So Well You Won't Know How To Handle All Your Newfound Power

These innovative products enhance daily experiences, from carrying drinks to ensuring comfortable footwear and improving skin hydration.
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#product-design

50 Items That Make Tasks Easier For Anyone Eager To Improve On, Um, Everything

Innovative products simplify everyday tasks, enhancing convenience and practicality for users.

This ingenious coffee briefcase makes carrying multiple hot drinks a breeze

NOS Design's Paper Pulp Delivery Briefcase offers a secure and compostable alternative to traditional drink carriers.

50 Items That Make Tasks Easier For Anyone Eager To Improve On, Um, Everything

Innovative products simplify everyday tasks, enhancing convenience and practicality for users.

This ingenious coffee briefcase makes carrying multiple hot drinks a breeze

NOS Design's Paper Pulp Delivery Briefcase offers a secure and compostable alternative to traditional drink carriers.
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Pack Smarter, Travel Easier with the Ultimate Modular Luggage Solution - Yanko Design

The Trilogy Modular Travel System adapts to various travel needs, promoting convenience and versatility for different types of travelers.
#entrepreneurship

28 Home Products Reviewers Don't Regret Buying - Except For Wishing They'd Bought 'Em Sooner

Innovative household products can significantly enhance daily routines, offering solutions to common problems in cleaning and food preparation.
Small businesses can emerge successfully from personal frustrations, leading to helpful innovations for everyday tasks.

What Renovating a Sailboat Taught This Founder About Business (2024)

Entrepreneurial journey can be unconventional, drawing inspiration from personal experiences and following admired brands.
Developing confidence in design is crucial; establish connections, understand market needs, and adapt to overcome challenges.

28 Home Products Reviewers Don't Regret Buying - Except For Wishing They'd Bought 'Em Sooner

Innovative household products can significantly enhance daily routines, offering solutions to common problems in cleaning and food preparation.
Small businesses can emerge successfully from personal frustrations, leading to helpful innovations for everyday tasks.

What Renovating a Sailboat Taught This Founder About Business (2024)

Entrepreneurial journey can be unconventional, drawing inspiration from personal experiences and following admired brands.
Developing confidence in design is crucial; establish connections, understand market needs, and adapt to overcome challenges.
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#climate-change

Earth911 Podcast: Spout CEO Reuben Vollmer Introduces A Countertop Atmospheric Water Harvesting Appliance

Spout Water's Monolith aims to address the global water crisis by extracting potable water from atmospheric moisture, a sustainable solution in light of environmental challenges.

Researchers hope to rescue California coast by zapping sand with electricity

Researchers aim to combat California's coastline erosion by using electricity to solidify sand, potentially mitigating the impacts of rising sea levels.

Trip on psychedelics, save the planet: the offbeat solution to the climate crisis

Psychedelics are emerging as a potential catalyst for inspiring climate-friendly behaviors during NYC's Climate Week, highlighting innovative approaches to climate action.

Earth911 Podcast: Spout CEO Reuben Vollmer Introduces A Countertop Atmospheric Water Harvesting Appliance

Spout Water's Monolith aims to address the global water crisis by extracting potable water from atmospheric moisture, a sustainable solution in light of environmental challenges.

Researchers hope to rescue California coast by zapping sand with electricity

Researchers aim to combat California's coastline erosion by using electricity to solidify sand, potentially mitigating the impacts of rising sea levels.

Trip on psychedelics, save the planet: the offbeat solution to the climate crisis

Psychedelics are emerging as a potential catalyst for inspiring climate-friendly behaviors during NYC's Climate Week, highlighting innovative approaches to climate action.
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1 month ago

Guest Opinion: How I Learned To Stop Worrying And Help Solve The Drinking Water Problem

Water scarcity and quality issues are more dire than commonly perceived, underscoring the need for innovative solutions for clean drinking water.

14 Practical Gift Ideas for Exhausted New Parents

Innovative parenting gear helps simplify the challenges of early parenthood.
Experienced parents' insights ease the stress of selecting essential items.
The updated gift guide reflects new gadgets for new parents.
#sustainability

A New Zealand City Could Soon Have a Sky-High Solution for Congestion

Whoosh aims to reduce urban congestion and emissions with a gondola-like ride-hailing network in New Zealand's Queenstown.

To boost recycling, California will fund 250 new sites for returning beverage containers

California is modernizing recycling by introducing new methods and over 250 new sites to improve beverage container recycling accessibility.

Innovate to Accelerate: Invibes Valuable Advertising Solutions for Automotive Brands

Invibes leads in digital advertising innovation for the automotive sector, emphasizing sustainability and meeting changing consumer behaviors.

Innovar para acelerar: Las valiosas soluciones publicitarias de Invibes para las marcas de automocion

Invibes' Responsible Ad Label ensures environmentally friendly advertising while addressing the automotive industry's growing demand for sustainability.

Over 11,000 homes in the Bay Area pay extra for this household novelty

Bread tags are often disposed of improperly but can be recycled with special handling.
Ridwell is addressing the recycling of hard-to-dispose items like bread tags through community efforts.

A New Zealand City Could Soon Have a Sky-High Solution for Congestion

Whoosh aims to reduce urban congestion and emissions with a gondola-like ride-hailing network in New Zealand's Queenstown.

To boost recycling, California will fund 250 new sites for returning beverage containers

California is modernizing recycling by introducing new methods and over 250 new sites to improve beverage container recycling accessibility.

Innovate to Accelerate: Invibes Valuable Advertising Solutions for Automotive Brands

Invibes leads in digital advertising innovation for the automotive sector, emphasizing sustainability and meeting changing consumer behaviors.

Innovar para acelerar: Las valiosas soluciones publicitarias de Invibes para las marcas de automocion

Invibes' Responsible Ad Label ensures environmentally friendly advertising while addressing the automotive industry's growing demand for sustainability.

Over 11,000 homes in the Bay Area pay extra for this household novelty

Bread tags are often disposed of improperly but can be recycled with special handling.
Ridwell is addressing the recycling of hard-to-dispose items like bread tags through community efforts.
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35 Things To Put On Your Shopping List When Cleaning Is Your Top Priority

Drill brushes make cleaning effortless, effectively handling hard water stains with minimal effort.
Disposable hair catchers are an excellent solution for preventing clogged drains in showers.
An extra-long duster helps to reach and clean neglected areas, ensuring your home stays dust-free.

How TIME Chose Its Fall 2024 Class of Next Generation Leaders

Nicola Coughlan exemplifies perseverance in acting, reaching a career peak through continuous effort, aligning with the Next Generation Leaders ethos.
#community-engagement

Week Without Driving Bonus! Day 6: Nights and Weekends - Streetsblog California

The event emphasized the need for expanded transit options beyond traditional work hours and free fares to boost ridership.

The Future of Children's Bookselling

The future of children's bookselling relies on adapting traditional programs for a new generation of readers.

Week Without Driving Bonus! Day 6: Nights and Weekends - Streetsblog California

The event emphasized the need for expanded transit options beyond traditional work hours and free fares to boost ridership.

The Future of Children's Bookselling

The future of children's bookselling relies on adapting traditional programs for a new generation of readers.
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Origami-inspired foldable laptop desk also functions as a car table and food tray - Yanko Design

The Fansdreams Pi laptop desk merges design and functionality, improving comfort and usability for laptop users.
It provides ergonomic solutions without sacrificing portability, being slim and lightweight.

'Culture surveillance': Secret box atop pole in Mission recording songs

A neighborhood project called 'Bop Spotter' uses a smartphone and microphone to identify street music, showcasing local culture.
#startup-funding

Comun Raises $21.5M To Tackle Financial Challenges Faced by Immigrants with its Digital Banking Platform

Comun is innovating in the financial sector by providing tailored banking services for immigrants, addressing their unique challenges in credit and transaction access.

The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 9/30/24

Notable startup funding for the week focused on innovative solutions across various sectors, totaling $1.1B in new funding.
Companies like Centivo and AmpUp are leading substantial funding rounds in health and electric vehicle sectors.

Comun Raises $21.5M To Tackle Financial Challenges Faced by Immigrants with its Digital Banking Platform

Comun is innovating in the financial sector by providing tailored banking services for immigrants, addressing their unique challenges in credit and transaction access.

The Weekly Notable Startup Funding Report: 9/30/24

Notable startup funding for the week focused on innovative solutions across various sectors, totaling $1.1B in new funding.
Companies like Centivo and AmpUp are leading substantial funding rounds in health and electric vehicle sectors.
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Hands Down The Strangest, Most Genius Things For Your Home Under $30 On Amazon

Discover unconventional yet practical home gadgets under $30 that enhance daily living.

If You'd Describe Yourself As Being All Over The Place, Here Are 25 Products That'll Come In Clutch

The timed locked box promotes increased productivity by limiting phone access.

Generation rent: How youth are battling the global housing crisis

Young people are creatively addressing the housing crisis through communal living and resource pooling to foster both community and affordability.

The Art of the Possible: Generative AI

FeatherSnap uses generative AI to enhance birdwatching experiences through innovative technology that connects users with nature.

Ome's $129 smart knob lets you turn off stove burners remotely | TechCrunch

The Smart Knob offers a solution for preventing unintended gas leaks and fire hazards, improving safety for elderly individuals.

Joint Office of Homeless Services tests tool showing availability of shelter beds

The real-time Shelter Availability Tool aims to efficiently assist houseless residents in finding available shelter space.
#cleaning-products

Lazy Reviewers Swear By These 27 Low Effort Cleaning Products

Innovative cleaning products streamline household chores, making maintenance easier and more efficient.

They Say A Picture Is Worth A Thousand Words, And That Is Absolutely The Case With The Before-And-Afters For These 32 Cleaning Products

The Pink Stuff is highly effective for cleaning various surfaces and is praised for its ability to restore things to like-new condition.

Lazy Reviewers Swear By These 27 Low Effort Cleaning Products

Innovative cleaning products streamline household chores, making maintenance easier and more efficient.

They Say A Picture Is Worth A Thousand Words, And That Is Absolutely The Case With The Before-And-Afters For These 32 Cleaning Products

The Pink Stuff is highly effective for cleaning various surfaces and is praised for its ability to restore things to like-new condition.
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Can a YouTube video really fix your wet phone?

People turn to quirky YouTube videos for help with wet phones, creating a community of users relying on unconventional solutions.
from www.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Wyoming voters face mayoral candidate who vows to let AI bot run government

Wyoming's Cheyenne may elect a mayoral candidate proposing AI governance through ChatGPT, blending data-driven insights with human decision-making.
#storage-solutions

Every Inch of Space Is Useful in This 269-Square-Foot Paris Home

The renovation transformed former staff quarters in an attic into a contemporary two-room apartment with clever space division and innovative storage solutions.

Plywood desk concepts use waves to create easy-access storage spaces - Yanko Design

Minimalist design can offer functionality without extra features, like drawers, through innovative solutions.

Every Inch of Space Is Useful in This 269-Square-Foot Paris Home

The renovation transformed former staff quarters in an attic into a contemporary two-room apartment with clever space division and innovative storage solutions.

Plywood desk concepts use waves to create easy-access storage spaces - Yanko Design

Minimalist design can offer functionality without extra features, like drawers, through innovative solutions.
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Manhattan's Pier 35 chosen as location for long-awaited plus-shaped East River swimming pool | amNewYork

A floating pool, + Pool, with innovative water-filtration system, to be docked at Pier 35 in the East River, aimed at providing safe swimming spaces in NYC.

AI can help businesses design for positive externalities

Vine buds are vulnerable to spring frosts, leading to significant crop loss if primary buds are destroyed.
Wine growers use various strategies to mitigate frost risk, such as heaters, wind machines, and strategic planting locations.
Innovative solutions like passing trains can unintentionally mitigate frost risks, showcasing an externality benefit.

Mental Health Services Should Be On Site in Vulnerable Housing Communities

Mental health crises in NYC disproportionately impact at-risk populations, affecting job security and housing stability.

Lucid Bots secures $9M for drones to clean more than your windows | TechCrunch

Lucid Bots develops robots for labor-intensive tasks, starting with window cleaning drones.

Overcrowded schools are a growing problem, but school boards struggling to get new ones built | CBC News

Surrey School District in British Columbia is facing significant growth challenges, leading to innovative solutions and adjustments to manage overcrowding.

4 growth strategies of leading Israeli tech giants

Israeli tech giants like Wix showcase innovative strategies for business growth.

seoul design award 2024 opens entries for sustainable harmony in everyday life

The Seoul Design Award 2024 focuses on sustainable design practices and invites global participants with projects aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Clayton Kershaw: Pitcher Injuries 'Probably A Combination' Of Talking Points

The growing concern over pitcher injuries in Major League Baseball is leading to heightened attention and the need for innovative solutions.
from www.scientificamerican.com
7 months ago

NASA's Rocks Are Stuck on Mars. SpaceX's Starship Could Retrieve Them

NASA's Mars Sample Return mission faces $11 billion cost overrun and a delay until 2040, prompting a shift to private companies for innovative solutions.

Steam Deck and PlayStation Portal owners should jump on this buy 1, get 1 free deal on accessories

Mechanism offers versatile accessories for Steam Deck, Asus ROG Ally, and PlayStation Portal.
Mechanism is running a buy one, get one free promotion on its products until April 18.

Health & Pharma in focus as The Drum Awards for Marketing deadline approaches

Health & Pharma sector is diverse and lucrative for agencies.
Tech-driven campaigns in the health sector are gaining recognition globally.

Thomas Heatherwick Selected to Curate the Seoul Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism 2025

The 2025 Seoul Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism, led by Thomas Heatherwick, aims to foster innovative solutions for urban challenges and create a human-centered, joyful built environment.

Branding Anterior

AI integration into healthcare insurance is on the rise as companies like Anterior focus on solving industry challenges with innovative solutions.

Cash flow Solutions for SMBs by Chase for Business

Small businesses maintain optimism despite economic challenges, powered by their belief in overcoming obstacles.

Signs of hope for South Florida's waters: A seagrass comeback, fighting storm surge and more

South Florida's waters show signs of improvement with healthier coral in Broward and seagrass revival in Biscayne Bay, utilizing innovative solutions like floating flower beds and Lego-like modules.

Concrete Collage Office / COLLAGE DESIGN STUDIO

Navigating design and budget constraints with innovative solutions.

House Caroline: A Contemporary A-Frame Addition in Toronto

The House Caroline project in Toronto combines historical charm with modern functionality, featuring innovative solutions to overcome spatial challenges.

marina tabassum joins vitra campus' architectural treasure trove - explore them all here

Khudi Bari is a low-cost, lightweight structure designed by Marina Tabassum to address frequent floods in Bangladesh, allowing for easy assembly and reassembly by residents.
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