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Statistical technique finds gene regulatory sites without knowledge of regulators

A new statistical technique developed by researchers at the University of Illinois allows scientists to scan a genome for specific gene-regulatory regions without requiring prior knowledge of the relevant transcription factors. The technique has been experimentally validated in both the mouse genome and the fruit fly genome.

Illinois researchers successful in measuring the “seeds” of crystallization

A novel microscopy technique—fluctuation transmission electron microscopy—allowed researchers at Illinois to detect subcritical nuclei in a glassy material, the first such measurements of the earliest stages of crystallization.

Silk and silicon combine for a new generation of implantable biomedical devices that are resorbable by the body

Mating man and machine may be closer than we think. As an extension of their earlier work with flexible, bendable, and stretchable electronics, an Illinois team, in collaboration with researchers at Tufts University, have developed a new class of implantable biomedical devices based on ultrathin, ultrasmall silicon electronic devices mounted on silk substrates that completely resorb inside the body over time.

"Green GPS" aims at maximizing fuel efficiency

The relationship between fuel consumption and driving routes is an area of interest for many scientific researchers around the world. With gas prices trending up and carbon emissions concerns on the rise, many drivers may be asking themselves, “Is there a way to decrease the amount of fuel my car is consuming?” 

CS professor authors cover article on extreme-scale computing

Computer science professor Josep Torrellas is the author of a a cover feature in the November 2009 issue of IEEE Computer magazine, published by the IEEE Computer Society. Torrellas’ feature on “Architectures for Extreme-Scale Computing” is the lead article in the issue devoted to extreme-scale computing.

Engineering alumus develops novel robotic knee

While Robert Horst (MS 1978, Electrical Engineering; PhD 1991, Computer Science) was in high school, he suffered a knee injury that required three surgeries to fix. He endured a long healing process, and the primitive rehabilitation technology used frustrated him. So he decided to do something about it.

Illinois, A*STAR names Winslett as Director of Advanced Digital Sciences Center

The University of Illinois has named Marianne Winslett as director of the Advanced Digital Sciences Center (ADSC) in Singapore. She replaces Benjamin Wah, an Illinois professor of electrical and computer engineering, who has accepted the position of provost at the Chinese University of Hong Kong.

Microsoft executive is “Rethinking Computing”

“I think computing is going to be at the heart of solving many of society’s problems,” stated Craig Mundie, chief research and strategy officer at Microsoft. On November 4, Mundie shared some of his visions regarding the future of computing and technology with an interested audience of students and faculty at the University of Illinois.

Illinois Computer Science Leading $16.75 Million Information Network Center

The University of Illinois’ Department of Computer Science will develop new technologies designed to support information networks in uniquely challenging environments as part of a $16.75 million research center funded by the U.S. Army Research Laboratory. The Information Network Academic Research Center (INARC) will address the research challenges inherent in complex, mobile, self-forming, and rapidly-changing networks such as those utilized on the battlefield by the Army and its soldiers.

ILAB leaders join to focus on research and tech transfer opportunities at Illinois

On October 27, more than 60 research-oriented senior company representatives and College of Engineering unit leaders joined together to discuss research and technology directions and opportunities as part of the annual Innovation Leadership Advisory Board (ILAB) meeting on campus.

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