A mysterious white balloon seen over Northern Colorado has been confirmed as a NASA research instrument for measuring solar radiation in the stratosphere.

TxDOT integrates robots like TyBOT, Spot, and WALL-E for safer, efficient construction and inspections, enhancing work conditions and reducing worker strain.

Bryan Maldonado of ORNL has developed a fast-track strategy for improving energy efficiency in building envelopes, focusing on pre-1980 structures. His approach could reduce the retrofit process time by a factor of five.

Flexcon Global obtains exclusive rights to manufacture a self-healing barrier film developed with ORNL, with potential benefits for building insulation efficiency and various market segments.

A Harvard study showed AI tutors doubled student engagement in a college physics course compared to traditional classes, offering personalized feedback and pacing.

The University of Texas at Austin introduces a unique undergraduate robotics program, offering an interdisciplinary curriculum and research opportunities from the start of the students' academic career.

Infinite Reality and Google are partnering to develop AI-powered movie production in a new Fort Lauderdale studio complex, promising diverse employment and economic growth.

MIT researchers developed an on-chip frequency mixer that operates at petahertz frequencies, enabling new potential in high-speed data processing and transmission.

The Brand Library & Art Center in Glendale is hosting "Blended Worlds," an art and science exhibit featuring collaborations between artists and JPL scientists, starting September 21.

The Bee Cave Police in Texas is testing autonomous drones for faster emergency response, in partnership with Eve Vehicles Corporation. The drones provide real-time information without the need for a pilot.

The DOE and ORNL are conducting controlled burns in Oak Ridge, TN, to prevent wildfires, resulting in temporary trail and area closures until September 13.

Ayana Ghosh from ORNL wins the American Ceramic Society's 2024 Early Discovery Award for her contributions to glass and ceramics science, and her work with AI and causal machine learning in materials science.

Trails in Oak Ridge are closing temporarily for controlled burns aimed at wildfire protection, coordinated by DOE, ORNL, and the Tennessee Division of Forestry.