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Engineering Innovation
By The National Academy of EngineeringTechnology
Engineering Innovation episodes
- Energy from FusionNuclear fusion creates the energy that powers stars. If engineers could harness that power on Earth, we’d have virtually unlimited clean power. But it’s not easy.0 min
- Sleep SwitchYou’ve probably experienced missing portions of a conversation because you “zoned out.” Research now shows how part of your brain can fall asleep, even when you’re awake.0 min
- Metal FoamEngineers have created a lightweight metal material that can be used as protection from bullets, crashes, and more.0 min
- Pharmacy on DemandSomeday you might not need to worry about whether your medication is in stock…because it can be made on demand.0 min
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- Getting Girls in STEMIn conjunction with the U-S-A Science and Engineering Expo, taking place in D-C April 16th and 17th, new findings will be announced on how to interest more girls in those careers.0 min
- Predicting Zika Virus in the U.S.Researchers looking at conditions that make it ripe for spread of the feared Zika virus have mapped when and where the risk might be in the U.S.0 min
- Social Media (Un)happinessDoes social media affect the happiness of its users? New findings suggest it does…and maybe not in a good way.0 min
- Storing Solar HeatResearchers have engineered a new chemical that stores solar heat, and releases it when needed. It could one day warm your clothes and de-ice your windshield.0 min
- Hollywood EngineersWhile tonight’s Oscars are putting a spotlight on racial diversity, some professions are also underrepresented in entertainment media.0 min
About Engineering Innovation
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The National Academy of Engineering has worked with the Washington, D.C. region's most listened-to radio station — the all-news format WTOP…
Radio — and the nation's only radio station specifically dedicated to covering news related to the federal government — WFED 1500 AM — To provide weekly features highlighting engineering innovations and stories that add technical context to issues in the news. Hear some of our stories in the links below.