Sony Ericsson Xperia PLAY: the Good, the Bad, and the Bulky Matthew Biegun - June 3, 2011 at 1:54PM Sony introduces the the first smartphone equipped with Playstation compatible gaming. Questional reviews the Sony Ericsson Xperia PLAY. And we want to hear from you. What do you think about the new Playstation compatible smartphone from Sony? Blog 14 Comments

Jun 3

World Science Festival - NYC Shawna Pitts - June 1, 2011 at 5:18PM NYC welcomes the World Science Festival, June 1st-5th. Bright minds from all walks of life join in the celebration of hearty scientific debate, dance, music, theater and film events. Do your brain a favor and make your way to NYC. Blog 0 Comments

Jun 1

Planet Hunting Techniques: Radial Velocity- Wobbling Stars Adam Koppeser - May 31, 2011 at 11:32AM If the twinkle in a distant star can hint at an orbiting exoplanet, what about the way it wobbles? The Radial Velocity method of planet hunting (first employed on a volcano) says yes. Blog 1 Comment

May 31

New Oxycontin Formulation Saves Lives but May Be Less-Effective Matthew Biegun - May 24, 2011 at 12:17AM After concerns of a potential Oxycontin epidemic voiced largely by the FDA, Purdue Pharmaceuticals creates a new formulation of Oxycontin that prevents drug misuse. But is it still as effective as before? Blog 4 Comments

May 24

Planet Hunting Techniques: Transit - Dimming the Lights Adam Koppeser - May 16, 2011 at 5:26PM Can we spot distant planets by the shadows they trace across their stars? What more can this method reveal? Part 3 of our Planet Hunting Series examines the Transit Method. Blog 0 Comments

May 16

The Future Unlocked: Gamification Part II Mike Pallante - May 12, 2011 at 4:53PM Questional continues its in depth look at Gamification. In the second installment of The Future Unlocked we take a look at the practical applications of Gamification. These include a NIH funded look at artificially intelligent health care providers. Also, Jonathan Blow helps us understand the questions we should be asking about Gamification. Blog 3 Comments

May 12

UCLA Research Suggests Erasing Traumatic Memories May Be Possible In The Future Andrew Kolbenschlag - May 9, 2011 at 12:50PM UCLA neuroscientist David Glanzman published a study describing his successful attempt at altering the memories of a marine snail. He went on to claim that the work could have possible applications in humans. We all have memories that we'd rather forget. If you were offered the chance to modify your memories, would you accept? Blog 7 Comments

May 9

Gods Eater Burst (PSP) Review - On Nom Nom Dom Cook - May 4, 2011 at 12:43PM Interested in devouring evil gods that happen to be wreaking havoc on the planet? Dom brings us his review on 'Gods Eater Burst', a fast-paced survival game that allows you to defeat legions of hostile gods with your trusty God Arc. Is the new PSP game worth the the 40 bucks? Blog 0 Comments

May 4

Planet Hunting Techniques: Direct Imaging- Say "Cheese"!/"Vortex Coronagraph"! Adam Koppeser - May 2, 2011 at 11:12AM Are we alone in the universe? Last week we went over a brief history of planet hunting, but this week it's all about direct imaging. Think of direct imaging as the closest thing we have to taking snapshots of alien worlds - much like a Nikkon Digital, except with a lot more vortex coronography. Blog 1 Comment

May 2

"Gimmie Shelter!" Advances in Stroke Treatment Mike Pallante - April 29, 2011 at 11:29AM SHELTER is a new device for stroke patients that extends their window of treatment from 3 to 8 hours. A revolution in stroke treatment, it has the ability to contain, breakup, and remove clots. We decided to take a look at this fantastic piece of technology that is years ahead of anything we've got. Blog 6 Comments

Apr 29

Synthetic Brain? Researchers Achieve Artificial Brain Function Using Nanotechnology Andrew Kolbenschlag - April 28, 2011 at 11:01AM Researchers at USC have successfully reproduced the function of neurons with a synapse circuit engineered using carbon nanotubes. Do we have the technology to build a circuit that acts like a neuron? Nanotechnology brings scientists one step closer to understanding and perhaps simulating human brain functioning. Blog 10 Comments

Apr 28

How Rust and Simple Science are Saving Lives by Creating Clean Drinking Water Mike Pallante - April 27, 2011 at 9:50AM How can rusty iron filings cure viruses in developing nations? We decided to take a look at how a group of Illinois students used simple science to improve a low-cost-low-tech water filter already saving lives around the world. If the systems are as effective as they seem, worldwide scalability of the concept could help provide clean drinking water to millions. Blog 5 Comments

Apr 27

Transgenic Mutations - The Consequence of Human Curiosity Laurie Fish - April 26, 2011 at 1:58PM Transgenic animal mutations have been used in medical research for a number of years with the intent to discover new treatments for deadly diseases. Similar research is used to genetically alter crops to feed the ever growing human population. How far is too far? Do we embrace these advances for what they may offer the human race? Blog 6 Comments

Apr 26

Solar Flares, Neutrinos and Radioactive Decay: A Bizarre Love Triangle Mike Pallante - April 25, 2011 at 11:12AM Are solar flares affecting physics on earth? We decided to investigate the strange relationship between solar activity and the radioactive decay rates of various isotopes. The answer may be an invisible particle that can travel through walls that scientists are trying to capture in massive underground research labs! Blog 13 Comments

Apr 25

New Nintendo Console to be Announced at E3 Jessica Argondizza - April 23, 2011 at 1:56PM Nintendo is poised to announce a powerful new HD console. Rumors about the new Wii 2 are spreading like wild fire. Cloaked in secrecy, few have seen its capabilities - that leaves us with a lot of questions. Just how powerful, compatible and capable will the new Nintendo HD Console be? Blog 1 Comment

Apr 23