Fall 2007
Georgia Tech Research Horizons
COVER STORY
Analog: The
Indispensable
Technology
Far from obsolete, analog electronics and expertise are in high demand today.
by Rick Robinson
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SIDEBARS:
The Business of Analog
Understanding Analog
The Full-Circuit Classroom
Analog Technology — In Brief



FEATURES
Organic Transistors
Researchers produce high-performance field-effect transistors with thin films of Carbon 60.
by John Toon
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Explosives on a Chip
Unique porous copper structure enables new generation of military micro-detonators.
by John Toon
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Quick Identification
New field-deployable biosensor detects avian influenza virus in minutes instead of days.
by Abby Vogel
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Fuel Cell Durability
Research into better fuel cell materials and designs starts with studying failures.
by Abby Vogel
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Nanotube Formation
Researchers learn to control dimensions of inorganic metal oxide nanotubes.
by John Toon
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FEATURES
On the
Same Page:
CoVE and SCoVE take a collaborative approach to design analysis and decision-making.
by T.J. Becker
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Climate Conflict
Study shows climate change may trigger wars and population decline.
by Abby Vogel PDF format


Invasive Species:
Tropical crab invades Georgia oyster reefs, but the long-term impact can’t be predicted.
by John Toon
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Car Without a Driver
Georgia Tech vehicle Sting 1 was among 35 autonomous vehicles to particpate in the DARPA Urban Challenge National Qualifying Event.
by Abby Vogel
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DEPARTMENTS
Research Notes
Cell "Memory"
A More Precise Kilogram
Carpet Sustainability
Simulation-based Training
NIH Microneedles Grant
Nanocomposite Technique
Pollution Sensor
Early-Stage Companies
Lean Office Procedures
CAD for MEMS Design
Untangling the Office
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Faculty Awards
    and Honors
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Faculty Research in the News
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RESEARCH HORIZONS

Volume 25, Number 1
Fall 2007

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Georgia Institute of Technology




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