Kauaʻi has reached 60% renewable energy usage, partly thanks to grid-forming inverters, with aspirations to achieve a 100% Renewable Portfolio Standard, offering a model for sustainable energy transitions.

The University of Hawai'i Cancer Center received a full five-year National Cancer Institute designation, with an $11 million grant reflecting its 'outstanding' oncology contributions.

Oklahoma AG Drummond announced settlements with Heritage Pharmaceuticals and Apotex for $49.1 million over drug price-fixing, opening compensation for affected Oklahomans.

MIT researchers have developed battery-free wearable devices small enough to attach to individual cells, potentially aiding in the treatment and monitoring of conditions like multiple sclerosis.

Brooklyn Park is hosting a STEM Panel on November 8 for youth aged 14-24, featuring networking, a meal, exhibits from local companies, and a panel discussion. RSVP is required by November 5.

MIT and Norwegian oceanographers observed the largest ocean predation event, where 2.5 million Atlantic cod consumed 10.5 million capelin off Norway's coast using the OAWRS system.

Dr. Emily Geest at the Oklahoma City Zoo studies a phenomenon where butterflies exhibit activity after decapitation, suggesting that headlessness in insects may not be as rare as previously thought.

Buckeye launches the YourBuckeye app, providing residents with an easy way to report issues, pay bills, and stay updated on city news through their mobile devices.

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville introduces two new helipads as part of a $110 million expansion, now the city's tallest building, enhancing patient transfer and care.

ORNL launches a STEM competition for students to innovate in building technology, with final entries due on November 8, 2024, and a focus on inclusivity and real-world impact.

The ACC is reviewing the solar panel user fee in APS territory due to public backlash and a legal challenge, potentially impacting future solar policy in Arizona.

Researchers at ORNL are designing 3D-printed roosting structures with a bioderived material to support endangered bats, aiming to mimic natural habitats and avoid risks of high density populations.

MIT researchers have developed a new method for training robots more efficiently using a data "language" that integrates diverse inputs, potentially bringing the concept of a general-purpose robot, like Rosie from "The Jetsons," closer to reality.