Simulated radiation hotspots in an urban area. (Credit: Oak Ridge National Laboratory) Competing in a fictitious high-stakes scenario, a group of scientists at the Department of Energy’s Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) bested two dozen other teams in a months-long, data-driven scavenger hunt for simulated radioactive materials in a virtual urban environment. The goal of this hackathon-styled event was both to improve the detection methods that could be applied to actual threats involving nuclear materials, and to create a platform to virtually vet out these methods. The computer-programming challenge ran from Jan. 22 to May 14 and featured 66 researchers on 25 teams based at DOE national laboratories and other U.S. government research labs. The teams received data that simulated radiation sources scanned by a vehicle-mounted detector system traveling along urban streets. Teams were scored on the success of the algorithm or algorithms they developed in … [Read more...] about Berkeley Lab Team Wins Data-Driven Scavenger Hunt for Simulated Nuclear Materials
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Living History: Iwo Jima survivor donates rare collection of first-hand materials to Blackstone
By Lisa Reisman Published 10:15 pm, Saturday, June 30, 2018 window._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-c', container: 'taboola-interstitial-gallery-thumbnails-3', placement: 'Interstitial Gallery Thumbnails 3', target_type: 'mix' }); _taboola.push({flush: true}); Photo: Arnold Gold / Hearst Connecticut Media Image 1of/3 CaptionClose Image 1 of 3 Vincent Thomas, 91, a survivor of the Battle of Iwo Jima. Vincent Thomas, 91, a survivor of the Battle of Iwo Jima. Photo: Arnold Gold / Hearst Connecticut Media Image 2 of 3 Vinnie Thomas and his wife, Ann, at Starbucks in Branford. Vinnie Thomas and his wife, Ann, at Starbucks in Branford. Photo: Kelly Goddard / Contributed Photo Image 3 of 3 Living History: Iwo Jima survivor … [Read more...] about Living History: Iwo Jima survivor donates rare collection of first-hand materials to Blackstone
This orange, squishy body armor material could save lives
close Video Orange, squishy body armor material could save lives It's bright orange, it's squishy, it stretches like taffy — and it is unlike any body armor you've ever seen. Defense Specialist Allison Barrie gives an up-close look at a new orange goo, developed by D30, which is the key to ultra-lightweight body armor that can deliver incredible protection. It’s bright orange, it’s squishy, it stretches like taffy — and it is unlike any body armor you’ve ever seen. If you were attacked with a baseball bat and you were wearing this bright orange goop under your clothes, then your attacker might as well have swung a toothpick at you — the goop will take the hit for you and absorb the strike. D3O concocted this remarkable, soft, stretchy, flexible, orange material that absorbs shock. Incorporated into their TRUST line of armor, there is a wide range available from helmets, chest, back and knuckle armor through to elbow, knee and foot … [Read more...] about This orange, squishy body armor material could save lives
New Research: Key Drivers of Growth for Accuray, American Renal Associates, Eagle Materials, CVR Refining, LP, R.R. Donnelley & Sons, and Control4 — Factors of Influence, Major Initiatives and Sustained Production
NEW YORK, June 28, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In new independent research reports released early this morning, Fundamental Markets released its latest key findings for all current investors, traders, and shareholders of Accuray Incorporated (NASDAQ:ARAY), American Renal Associates Holdings, Inc (NYSE:ARA), Eagle Materials Inc (NYSE:EXP), CVR Refining, LP (NYSE:CVRR), R.R. Donnelley & Sons Company (NYSE:RRD), and Control4 Corporation (NASDAQ:CTRL), including updated fundamental summaries, consolidated fiscal reporting, and fully-qualified certified analyst research. /EIN News/ -- Complimentary Access: Research Reports Full copies of recently published reports are available to readers at the links below. ARAY DOWNLOAD: … [Read more...] about New Research: Key Drivers of Growth for Accuray, American Renal Associates, Eagle Materials, CVR Refining, LP, R.R. Donnelley & Sons, and Control4 — Factors of Influence, Major Initiatives and Sustained Production
Basic Necklace and Earring Making
A tutorial on tools, materials and methods required to properly finish off a professional-quality necklace. Students must bring or buy materials. Registration required. A tutorial on tools, materials, and methods required to properly finish off a professional-quality necklace. Using headpins, ear wires and your choice of beads, learn the basics of how to make fun and versatile earrings. A great opportunity to add to your own jewelry box or make unique gifts! Instruction is free, but student must bring/buy own materials. Space is limited. Please call Mama’s Minerals at 505-266-8443 to reserve seating. Class is subject to cancellation if enrollment quota is not achieved. … [Read more...] about Basic Necklace and Earring Making