News Archive
Wednesday, June 22 2022
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Theoretical calculations predicted now-confirmed tetraneutron, an exotic state of matter
Iowa State University's James Vary and an international team of nuclear physicists used supercomputers to theorize and predict that a four-neutron structure, a tetraneutron, could form for just billions of billionths of a second. Experiments in Japan have now confirmed the reality of a tetraneutron. That could open doors for new studies, could lead to a better understanding of how the universe is put together and could provide useful properties for existing and emerging technologies.
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New book highlights public art that transforms urban spaces
A new book highlights how public art can transform urban spaces and help people relate to the cultural and historical layers of a community. The ISU authors’ chapters focus on Moscow’s metro stations and community murals in Chicago.
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Overnight road closures, lane restrictions planned for East Gateway Bridge project
Construction crews are ready to connect the East Gateway Bridge over University Boulevard, which will require lane restrictions and overnight closures. The $10 million bridge project will provide a safe pedestrian route between Jack Trice Stadium and game-day parking areas east of the stadium.
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Engineers develop cybersecurity tools to protect solar, wind power on the grid
Iowa State engineers are leading a team developing cybersecurity systems that prevent, detect and mitigate attacks on renewable sources sending power to the grid. The U.S. Department of Energy is supporting the project with a $2 million grant.
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Study shows how artificial light affects seasonal rhythms of plants in U.S. cities
Allergy-suffering city dwellers, take note. A new study from Iowa State University scientists shows how artificial light in U.S. cities lengthens pollen season and impacts other seasonal processes in plants.
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New book aims to help people “get unstuck and be happier”
Weaving psychological science with Buddhist philosophy and anecdotes, “Finding the Freedom to Get Unstuck and Be Happier” aims to help people break out of negative patterns, engage more fully with the present and trust that whatever comes next is truly workable.
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As the grid adds wind power, researchers have to reengineer recovery from blackouts
When electric grids go down, there's no way to restore them -- "blackstart" them -- with power from wind turbines. Iowa State's Hugo Villegas Pico is leading a team that's working to develop strategies and controllers that would reenergize power grids dominated by wind power. In Iowa, wind turbines now produce 55% of the state's electricity.
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Startups near state lines gravitate toward side with lower property tax
Researchers at Iowa State University found significantly different state tax rates affect where new businesses set up shop near state lines and that property taxes have the greatest adverse effect since new businesses may pay property taxes even if they are not generating any revenue.
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#IowaStateInnovates
This series highlights the collaboration and creativity that fuel Iowa State faculty and scientists to find solutions to big challenges, from strengthening mental health to beautifying Iowa communities, to finding new markets for next-generation agricultural products. This collection of words, photos, video and audio showcases Iowa State University's Innovation at Work.