Researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison have demonstrated in mice that neural stem cells have the ability to mimic the blood-brain barrier, which acts as a gatekeeper for the brain. The next step will be to produce similar results using human cells, which could lead...
A Wisconsin information assurance company has accepted a mission to dramatically cut the quantifiable risk and damages from cyber attacks to critical information infrastructure. In his zeal to build the world's leading provider of information assurance research, technology, and engineering services, Cyber Defense Agency chief...
Inside Wisconsin columnist Tom Still recommends a little “back to the future” as he explains the many ways Wisconsin can use its technological expertise to launch a proposed space camp on the moon. Whether America will book a return trip to its only satellite remains...
The University of Wisconsin-Madison laboratory that was formed to provide an “experimentation sandbox” for radio frequency identification technologies is doing just that as part of a project with local and out-of-state blood banks. UW-Madison's RFID Lab is focusing part of its applied research mission on...
In her most recent column, DEMO Letter author Chris Shipley asked her readers for their 2007 predictions, and they really delivered. From forecasts of an electronic privacy meltdown to a louder wake-up call for Web 2.0, their unpredictable predictions make for required - and entertaining...
With the changing rules of search, the highest bidder may get into the game, but there is no guarantee of a winning hand, according to Tech/Know columnist Troy Janisch. To make sure your ads reach the top, he recommends that you pay close attention to...
Taking advantage of an opportunity to improve its balance sheet, Third Wave Technologies will attempt to raise $14.9 million through the private placement of convertible notes. Third Wave plans to use the proceeds for general corporate purposes. ...
Stevens Point-based Sentry Insurance plans to expand its information technology operations by opening an office in the Fox River Valley. The office, which will employ at least 30 information technology professionals, is expected to open early in 2007....
During the past 20 years, patients have been called upon to play an increasingly active role in acquiring, coordinating, and managing their own health care - and now a University of Wisconsin-Madison professor has been enlisted in the effort. Patricia Flatley Brennan will direct a...
If the first nine months of 2006 are any indication, a healthy amount of venture capital dollars continue to be applied in the biotechnology space, noted Michael Rosen, our well-traveled columnist. However, in this edition of Yer Biotech Blues, he points out the minimal impact...