Archive for ‘December, 2008’

Cutting back on paper costs

When the first personal computer was created, publicists of the 1960s envisioned a ‘paperless office,’ or an office of the future, in which all records would be electronic. No filing cabinets, no memos, no forms and no paper checks.

Finding could help HIV patients live for longer

Nearly half a century has passed since the first case of HIV was reported, and though there is still no cure, a Boston University scientist is at the forefront of research that could potentially slow the spread of HIV and allow patients to live longer, healthier lives.

Experts say money main barrier to wiping out AIDS

Universal testing for HIV infection could nearly wipe out the disease plaguing millions, a new study found, but relatively high costs in developing countries keep that goal from being attained.

MIT researchers develop power source out of thin air

Scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology say they have found the key to creating the first truly wireless electronics by developing devices that connect to power sources through the air.