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Flexible, foldable implant maps brain activity during seizures

Place on the brain, this new ultrathin, high-density array of electrodes records activity at a resolution that's nearly 50 times greater than previously possible.  Read the full story

This gadget will get you pregnant or your money back

A recent study finds evidence that IVF might be unnecessary for many couples trying to conceive.  Read the full story

In proteins, a possible antibiotic revolution

San Francisco-based startup AvidBiotics says it can reverse the effects of an E. coli infection with a novel new protein -- no conventional antibiotic required.  Read the full story

Through data, evaluating the potential for life on other worlds

An international team of scientists has developed a classification system for new planets that could help prevent them from overlooking the potential for life.  Read the full story

World's lightest material is 99.99 percent air [video]

A revolutionary material can improve battery electrodes and acoustic, vibration or shock energy absorption.  Read the full story

IPCC report urges better civic planning for extreme weather

The human and economic costs of extreme weather are rising, and so is the need for better early-warning and social response systems, insurance and improvements infrastructure.  Read the full story

Cleantech and biodiversity on the menu for Paris Pollutec Expo

PARIS -- Eco-technology expo comes to Paris to showcase and discuss latest in environmental practices in France and beyond.  Read the full story

European cities, businesses seek the ultimate sustainable city

16 cities in the European Union are partnering with businesses and academics to determine best practices sustainability practices for the environment and the economy.  Read the full story

Solyndra roundtable: future renewable energy investment is at risk

SmartPlanet assembled some of the leading political analysts in the United States to determine what impact Solyndra's bankruptcy will have on future government investment into renewable energy and on the White House.  Read the full story

Report analyzes trends in patents: China, universities big players

A report from the World Intellectual Property Organization shows that designers and engineers around the globe perceive IP ownership to be a crucial innovation strategy  Read the full story

How to integrate sustainability into the design process

Designing environmentally friendly products gets easier with sustainability modeling software.  Read the full story

Greenest car of 2012: Honda Civic Natural Gas

Green Car Journal has ranked the 2012 Honda Civic Natural Gas the 2012 Green Car of the Year, the publication announced at the Los Angeles Auto Show.  Read the full story

Safe sanitation systems close the loop on poop

Human waste is a major threat to public health, but it's also a rich resource. These closed-loop systems are capturing that value while improving public health.  Read the full story

The 25 worst passwords of 2011: 'password,' '123456'

This year's list includes many familiar terms.  Read the full story

The Sorbonne's new research center to be designed by BIG + OFF Architecture

France's most iconic university is planning a new research center in the heart of Paris. Take a look at the first prize plans from Danish design firm BIG and Parisian firm OFF Architecture.  Read the full story

World Bank unleashes Africa's solar potential

The World Bank has a approved a loan that will allow Morocco to begin to harness Africa's huge potential for solar power generation.  Read the full story

Architects promote transparency in choosing green building materials

How do you know if a building material is really carcinogen free? Architecture firm Perkins + Will launch a website to help you find out.  Read the full story

Sungevity founder: Why we went global

Residential solar startup Sungevity has expanded overseas. Founder Danny Kennedy talks about why it went to the Netherlands and where the company might be headed next.  Read the full story

Chicago, Philadelphia sign up for next-gen transit payment systems

Transit authorities in Chicago and Philadelphia signed major contracts this week for next-generation fare payment systems that would allow commuters to use bank cards to pay for rides.  Read the full story

In Beijing, supercomputer powers virus simulation

Landmark research into the flu virus is powered by one of China's growing number of supercomputers.  Read the full story

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