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SRI to develop high throughput reconfigurable radio frequency processors
Radio processors will be needed in communication environments where static solutions often fail.
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Clint Graumann: Using space-based LIDAR to map the Earth
The CEO and co-founder of NUVIEW is improving our ability to view the world. He’s teamed up with SRI to make that happen.
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SRI announces its new Future Concepts division — and a renewed focus for the PARC campus that draws on its heritage
The division will continue to thrive as a place where extraordinary people and ideas come together to bring technology into the world.
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SRI announces a new board chair and a new member
Distinguished business leader, venture capitalist, and investor David Motley becomes the new chair. Steven H. Walker, Lockheed Martin CTO and former DARPA director, joins.
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SRI squeezes computer processors between pixels of an image sensor
The microscale computers will speed the processing of volumes of image data generated by autonomous vehicles, robots, and other devices that “see.”
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SRI researchers seek to help AI chatbots deliver more reliable responses
Drawing inspiration from human learning, researchers are guiding chatbots to go beyond mere memorization of statistical patterns to understanding of context.
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SRI’s XRGo robotic platform could keep pharmaceutical cleanrooms sterile
The intuitive telemanipulation software gives operators fine control over a robotic arm, allowing remote fixes without disrupting environments.
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SRI’s AircraftVerse database could unlock more creative drone designs
The dataset of 28,000 unmanned aerial vehicle designs could help researchers use AI to generate new, functional drone designs tailored to specific tasks.
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SRI is developing breakthrough quantum technologies for ultrasensitive sensing
Navigation, medical imaging, and other areas could benefit from powerful new sensors that are based on detecting changes induced upon individual atoms.
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SRI unveils transformative new brand identity
The innovative new brand marks more than 75 years of world-changing technologies, services, and ideas.
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David Parekh: At SRI, what stands out are the people
SRI’s CEO says the team shares a passion for engaging with others to identify challenges and determine how our innovations can have impact.
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Julie Bert: We consider from the earliest stages how to bring ideas into the world
The director of SRI’s Hardware Research & Technology Lab: “Our goal is to have impact on the world around us.”
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Suresh Sunderrajan: Moving technologies out of the lab to have impact
SRI’s President of Commercialization shares how incredible it is to consider the ways the projects at SRI are truly making a difference.
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SRI researchers look to optimize special education services using AI
Navigation, medical imaging, and other areas could benefit from powerful new sensors that are based on detecting changes induced upon individual atoms.
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An SRI aerogel aims to sponge up CO2 from air and exhaust
A new sorbent could remove CO2 from ambient air better than other known materials and has the potential to lower the cost of carbon capture.
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Fiona Baker: Collaboration across teams is invaluable to my work
The director of SRI’s Center for Health Sciences works with other labs to solve sleep issues by integrating cutting-edge technologies.
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Kids watch a lot of YouTube over the holidays. Let’s help them make it count.
Claire Christensen, senior education researcher and an expert in media for young children, explains how to empower parents to help manage screen time.
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Karen Myers: When I introduced Flakey the Robot to Alan Alda
The head of SRI’s AI Center recalls when the TV star and science-communications expert visited SRI to learn more about our extraordinary work in robotics.
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SRI’s new paint provides a sustainable passive cooling solution
Researchers have developed self-cooling paint that reflects sunlight and radiates excess heat out into space.
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SRI publishes first-of-its-kind roadmap to help bring quantum from lab to fab
The roadmap identifies barriers on the path to full-scale manufacturing of quantum systems for computing, sensing, and networking.
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Anish Thukral: The ‘water cooler’ conversations at SRI are amazing
A climate research scientist explains why SRI is unlike other organizations.
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SRI researchers identify a biomarker to target and treat pancreatic cancer
The cancer targeting molecule was discovered through SRI’s FOX Three Molecular Guidance System.
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SRI is giving geo-spatial analysts a 3D “street view” of unfamiliar terrain
The PRINCE software will be able to create photorealistic 3D renderings from satellite and aerial photos, with a limited number of ground-level images.
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Aya Iwasuji: Driving innovation for Japan
The associate director of the Nomura-SRI Innovation Center brings her passion for people, language, and culture to build relationships and drive change.
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An SRI-led team helps secure critical 5G networks
New technologies could provide comprehensive protection for future networks.
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Menopause research in full swing at SRI
SRI’s Fiona Baker digs deep into how technology and peaceful behavior practices can help calm sleep during menopause.
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SRI is developing textiles that record audio
Turning piezoelectric materials and lithium-ion batteries into thread, innovators will weave fabrics that record sound.
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Jeffrey Casper: I was proud to help prepare our military
The head of the Applied Technology Group at SRI discusses his role in developing technologies and training that support our troops.
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Patrick Lincoln: I often feel like work isn’t even work
An SRI vice president and director of the Computer Science Lab explains why he’s spent much of his career at SRI: the people.
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With innovative tracking technology, SRI is addressing the hazard of space debris particles
Hundreds of thousands of tiny pieces of space debris presently go untracked in Earth’s orbit, putting human use of space at risk.
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Mike Freedman: SRI brings things to the world others can only dream of
SRI’s VP of communications discusses SRI’s extraordinary heritage — and what’s going on in the labs right now that will be part of our kids’ realities.
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SRI spins off AI-powered drug discovery platform Synfini, Inc.
Synfini to commercialize and scale automated compound testing for rapid drug production.
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Ink-borne “chiplets” could lead to printable displays, electronics, and more
Researchers hope to lower the costs and barriers to advanced manufacturing with a new chiplet-filled ink that can be printed into integrated systems.
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New welding helmet from SRI delivers crisp high definition, 3D, real-time views
SRI has licensed the technology to Kawada Technologies Inc. to commercialize the helmet around the world.
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Karan Sikka: Creating tools to help improve media discourse
Sikka brings expertise in deep learning and multi-model learning to improve how social media operates, including how we use and communicate on it.
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Chloe Duckworth: Using voice tech to decipher the emotion behind the words
The CEO and co-founder of Valence Vibrations is leveraging technology from SRI to help people better read the room.
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Ning Li: Designing integrated circuits for the future
A principal research engineer at SRI’s Advanced Imaging Lab shares the challenge — and the joy — of building products that benefit the world.
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Todd Grindal: Conducting policy-relevant research to support young children
A leader in education research explores how policies and programs shape young children and children with disabilities.
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Eighty talented students joined SRI’s 2023 summer internship program
The interns range from undergraduate students to PhD candidates, working across labs.
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SRI celebrates 60 years of innovation in Japan
SRI has worked alongside some of Japan’s best-known companies to help develop next-generation technologies and bring them to market.
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SRI is working on a new precision immunotherapy to help fight cancer
The Targeted Antigen Loaded Liposomes platform could bring a new era of effective and personalized treatment for diseases.
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SRI is reimagining coaching to support preschool teachers
The research seeks to ensure all children receive a high-quality education.
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Indu Venugopal: the importance of passion and perseverance in your career
Indu Venogopal’s team worked to develop targeted immunotherapy to fight cancer.
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Michelle Kyin: Working for women in STEM
For this mechanical engineer, a passion for building includes creating a more vibrant environment for women in science.
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Leading with innovation: staying successful in an age of volatility
Chris Cowart, managing director of the Nomura-SRI Innovation Center, explains why creating an innovation strategy is the key to navigating uncertain times.
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SRI is making it easier to store and share 3D imaging data
Researchers are combining detailed aerial maps with 3D data to advance sensing and imaging technologies—leading to better compression and data preservation.
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Elizabeth Fortescue: Translating quantum models into prototypes
Fortescue is using her mechanical engineering expertise to bring quantum concepts to reality for physicists.
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60 years of pioneering technology and transforming industries in Japan
SRI celebrates its rich history of groundbreaking technological advancements and transformative technologies.
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A new augmented reality system delivers a smoother, more immersive experience
By combining ground and aerial views with computer-generated elements, users on the ground view a more accurate augmented reality experience.
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SRI research finds mobile messaging helps parents increase family quality time
Texting information, tips, and activities to parents can help promote behaviors beneficial for childhood development.
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SRI-led team demonstrates a magnetic sensor that detects biomagnetic signals
The Atomic Magnetometer for Biological Imaging in Earth’s Native Terrain (AMBIIENT) analyzes signals that can diagnose some medical conditions.
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SRI research shows how Nevada can spearhead the clean energy transition
An economic strategy roadmap crafted by SRI experts and state officials capitalizes on Nevada’s unique lithium supply chain.
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Kostas Hatalis: Designing multimodal AI for marketing
The CEO and co-founder of GoCharlie.ai is working with SRI to reimagine how digital content is created.
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SRI Education is using research to improve education in Appalachia
SRI’s REL Appalachia partners with schools and districts to ensure that families and teachers have the resources and knowledge they need to support students.