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Microfluidic Devices Advance 3D Tissue Engineering at Stevens
A research team, co-headed by Dr. Woo Lee and Dr. Hongjun Wang of Stevens Institute of Technology, has published a paper describing a new method that generates three-dimensional (3D) tissue models for studying bacterial infection of orthopedic implants. The paper, appearing in the journal Tissue Engineering, demonstrates a physiologically relevant approach for studying infection prevention strategies and emulating antibiotic delivery using 3D bone tissues cultured in microfluidic devices. - October 07, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Volunteers Sought for 2010 Taste of the Islands
CROW, The Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife, Inc., is seeking volunteers to work at its annual fundraising event, Taste of the Islands, to be held on Sunday, November 21. Volunteers are needed both the day prior to and day of the event to assist with setting up the grounds, decorations,... - October 06, 2010 - Center for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife
Sustainable 1000 Highlights 15 of the Most Sustainable Organizations in America
Sustainable 1000's Green Radio features more than a dozen environmental, community-focused groups and corporations each week. These insightful conversations will cover local food, farmers, organic diets, business development, renewable energy, and more. Join the leaders of this new way of doing business, organizing communities, and protecting the ecology. - October 06, 2010 - Sustainable 1000
MABPOM 2010 Meets at Stevens
MABPOM 2010, the 37th Annual Mid-Atlantic Bight Physical Oceanography and Meteorology Meeting, hosted by the Center for Maritime Systems at Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, NJ will be held Tuesday, October 26 through Wednesday, October 27. Only two weeks remain to register for MABPOM... - October 02, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Dr. Wakeman of Stevens Center for Maritime Systems Published in TR News
Dr. Thomas H. Wakeman III, Deputy Director of the Center for Maritime Systems at Stevens Institute of Technology, is published in the July-August 2010 issue of TR News, the magazine of the Transportation Research Board. The article, “Maritime Freight Transportation, National Economic... - October 01, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Serial Entrepreneur Paul G. Lewis Offers Business Advice at Stevens
Serial entrepreneur Paul G. Lewis offered advice and strategies on starting and running a successful business September 16 at Stevens Institute of Technology, the Innovation University (TM). Lewis is the founder of four companies, two of which he took public and two of which were strategically acquired by Fortune 500 companies. - October 01, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Dr. Valdevit Headed to Kyoto as NIRA Finalist
Stevens Institute of Technology Affiliate Assistant Professor Dr. Antonio Valdevit was selected as a finalist for the New Investigator Recognition Awards (NIRA) competition at the 7th Combined Meeting of the Orthopaedic Research Societies (CORS). The meeting, to be held October 16-20, 2010 in... - September 29, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Prof. Xiaoguang Meng Receives Honorary Master of Engineering from Stevens
For his significant and global contributions to clean water and environmental causes, his dedication as an outstanding educator, and his commitment to invention and the pursuit of discovery, Professor Xiaoguang Meng received an honorary Master of Engineering degree from Stevens Institute of... - September 29, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
The Wildlife Society's 17th Annual Conference
Wildlife managers, policymakers, researchers, and students from around the world will get together at The Wildlife Society’s 17th Annual Conference to discuss some of the most pressing wildlife-related issues of our time. The conference will be held in Snowbird, Utah from October 2 to 6, and... - September 29, 2010 - The Wildlife Society
Maine’s Academic Institutions Asked to Share Green Stories to Promote Sustainable Communities
The USGBC Maine Chapter will put Maine's colleges and universities "In the Limelight" at their Annual Meeting to be held on November 10, 2010. All of Maine's colleges and universities are encouraged to tell their green stories. - September 29, 2010 - U.S. Green Building Council Maine Chapter
Release of NREP Forefront Volume 7
NREP announced the release of ForeFront Volume 7, which is the in-house e-newsletter of NREP. It contains topics related to environmental news for free of cost. - September 25, 2010 - National Registry of Environmental Professionals
NSF Funds Research to Enable Distributed, Fair, and Privacy-Preserving Collaboration
Dr. Susanne Wetzel of Stevens Institute of Technology has been awarded a $457K research grant from the National Science Foundation to investigate privacy and security in the context of enabling collaboration. Dr. Wetzel’s successful proposal, “Distributed Privacy—Privacy-Preserving Policy Reconciliation,” supports core security research in the Department of Computer Science. - September 25, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Johnson Toribiong, President of the Republic of Palau to Receive the Prestigious Ocean Heritage Award
On September 25, 2010, in New York City, Johnson Toribiong, President of the Republic of Palau, will be presented with the prestigious Ocean Heritage Award by the Shark Research Institute for creating the entire EEZ of Palau – 237,000 square miles of the Pacific Ocean – as the... - September 24, 2010 - Shark Research Institute
Dr. Michael Bruno Appointed Chairman of Marine Board at the National Research Council
Dr. Michael Bruno, Dean of the Schaefer School of Engineering and Science at Stevens Institute of Technology, has been selected as Chairman of the Marine Board, under the auspices of the Transportation Research Board and the National Research Council. The Marine Board identifies and responds to critical issues in the area of water transportation, port engineering and management, marine policy, offshore development and operations, naval architecture, and maritime economics. - September 24, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
The Filtrexx Foundation Achieves 501(c)(3) Status
The Filtrexx Foundation, a nonprofit organization focused on facilitating environmentally conscious projects, achieved 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization status on September 15, 2010. The Filtrexx Foundation was formed to work collaboratively with public and private entities to facilitate projects... - September 24, 2010 - Filtrexx Foundation
Social Innovators Gather Worldwide to Connect an Emerging Global Sector This November
During the first week in November this year, Connecting Social Innovation 2010 (cosi10) is calling social innovators together at events in a dozen cities around the world, with the aim of strengthening and moving the social innovation sector forward. - September 23, 2010 - Evolutionize It, ASBL
Wind Simplicity’s Windancer Small Wind Turbine Wins International Design Award (IDA)
Wind Simplicity was awarded the IDA’s first prize for alternative-energy-source equipment product design for sustainable living and environmental preservation. - September 23, 2010 - Wind Simplicity
Dolphin Blue Helps Close the Loop in America’s Recycling
Online Green Office Retailer Furthers Environmentally Friendly Business Practices by Joining the CarbonFree® Partner Program - September 22, 2010 - Carbonfund.org
2010 Taste of the Islands Website Launched
The Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW) launched a website for its 2010 Taste of the Islands event, www.tastesanibelcaptiva.com. - September 22, 2010 - Center for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife
Dr. Yi Guo Synchronizes Semiconductor Laser Arrays at Stevens with NSF Grant
The National Science Foundation has announced funding for Dr. Yi Guo’s research at Stevens into a rigorous mathematical approach to the analysis and control of coupled semiconductor laser systems using principles of collective behavior. - September 22, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Professor Souran Manoochehri of Stevens Elected ASME Fellow
Dr. Souran Manoochehri, Professor of Mechnical Engineering at Stevens Institute of Technology, has been selected a Fellow in the American Society of Mechanical Engineers. This prestigious honor recognizes significant achievements and contributions to the engineering profession. - September 22, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Audubon Lifestyles' Bird City USA Program Working for Municipalities and Communities
The designation of Bird City USA provides a simple and effective way for communities to become part of the national bird conservation movement and to begin reaping some of the economic rewards associated with being known as a community that cares about birds and promotes birding. - September 16, 2010 - ISC-Audubon
Stevens PhD Candidate Xi Chen Excels at International Structural Engineering Competition
Xi Chen, a Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Stevens Institute of Technology, took home second place in the structural health monitoring competition at the Asia-Pacific Summer School on Smart Structures Technology, held this year at Tokyo University in Japan. - September 16, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
"The Nate Berkus Show" Displays a Living Wall on Its Set Created by Trish O'Sullivan Designs
“The Nate Berkus Show” features an eco-friendly “living wall” as a focal point of the show’s set, designed and installed by eco-floral designer and floral design teacher, Trish O’Sullivan, owner of Trish O’Sullivan Design Group. - September 15, 2010 - Trish O'Sullivan Design Group
Stevens Researchers Leverage Cryptography and Information Assurance to Re-Engineer Internet Architecture in Multi-University Collaboration Funded by NSF
Dr. Antonio Nicolosi, Assistant Professor of Computer Science at Stevens Institute of Technology is part of the interdisciplinary Nebula Project, a multi-university collaboration led by the University of Pennsylvania, which has recently been awarded a $7.5 million grant from the National Science... - September 14, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
The Adirondack Wilderness Foundation is Pleased to Announce Its Grand Opening for Business
A group of concerned citizens have banned together to form the "Adirondack Wilderness Foundation." The goal of the company is to support environmental projects, education, and ensure that the planet is a healthier place for living. - September 14, 2010 - American Society for the Protection of Nature
7th Annual Green Festival Returns to the Capital
Green Festival®, the nation's largest sustainability event, returns to the Washington Convention Center October 23-24. This year’s Green Festival theme is ‘Engagement,’ with exciting new ways to shop green, be inspired, get engaged and give back. Community members enjoy... - September 13, 2010 - Green Festivals
Roz Savage Ocean Rower and Environmental Campaigner, to Present at UCSF Wednesday September 29, 2010 at Noon. HSW 300.
In 2005, after 11 years as a management consultant, Roz Savage stepped out of her old life and entered the Atlantic Rowing Race as the only solo woman to ever compete in that race. After 103 days of storms, solitude and soul-searching, she arrived to an ecstatic welcome in Antigua. Her extreme transformation from office worker to ocean rower, described with humor and soul-baring honesty in her blogs, captivated a worldwide audience and is the subject of her book Rowing the Atlantic. - September 12, 2010 - Roz Savage
Stevens PhD Candidate Alicia Mahon is 2010 ASBPA Coastal Scholar
PhD candidate Alicia Mahon at Stevens has been named the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association 2010 ASBPA Coastal Scholar, which recognizes “a graduate student who aspires to advance his or her knowledge and experience of coastal or riverine science though an internship with ASBPA.” - September 12, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Pro Energy Consultants Hires Tony Valentino as VP of Business Development
Pro Energy Consultants has added HVAC business expert Tony Valentino to its team as vice president of business development. Valentino will work to cement Pro Energy’s reputation as the No. 1 brand in the building performance industry. - September 12, 2010 - Pro Energy Consultants
The Zeitgeist Movement: 9/11 Revisited and Open House at Columbia College Chicago, Saturday Sept 11
On Saturday September 11, members of The Illinois Chapter of The Zeitgeist Movement will be having an open house event at Columbia College Chicago, open to the community in remembrance of the tragic events of 9/11/2001, and to further educate about The Zeitgeist Movement (www.thezeitgeistmovement.com). The Zeitgeist Movement explores the root causes of the unfolding world financial, environmental, and social collapses that are not discussed in mainstream press or academia, and offers a solution. - September 10, 2010 - The Zeitgeist Movement
Ocean Rower and Environmental Campaigner Roz Savage to Present in San Francisco at the Prestigious Dolphin Swimming and Boating Club at Hyde Street Pier
A late comer to the life of adventure, Roz Savage is the first woman to row solo across the Pacific Ocean. She will be in San Francisco, her second home, to present her story of dreams, adventure and sustainablility. - September 09, 2010 - Roz Savage
American Society of Landscape Architects Sustainability Programs Featured on Center for Environmental Innovation and Leadership (CEIL)
CEIL’s Green Government podcast series features an interview with ASLA Vice President and Chief Executive Officer, Nancy Somerville, to discuss ASLA green initiatives. - September 05, 2010 - Center for Environmental Innovation and Leadership (CEIL)
Professor Andy Brick of Stevens Records Mafia II Soundtrack with Prague Filmharmonic
Professor Andy Brick, Distinguished Industry Associate Professor at Stevens Institute of Technology, was Supervising Orchestrator, Orchestral Music Director, and Orchestral Conductor for ground-breaking interactive game title Mafia II, released on August 24, 2010 for PS3, Xbox 360, and Windows PCs. - September 05, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Vancouver Eco Tours Provides Free Tours in Veggie Van
Local Eco Tours fueled with recycled Veggie Oil. - September 04, 2010 - AAA Vancouver Eco Tours
Professor David Vaccari of Stevens Institute of Technology Receives AEESP Education Award
Dr. David Vaccari, associate professor at Stevens Institute of Technology, has recently been selected by the Association of Environmental Engineering and Science Professors (AEESP) to receive the organization’s 2010 educator award. Sponsored by John Wiley & Sons, Inc., the AEESP Award... - September 04, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Pro Energy Consultants Invests in Resources to Manage Growth
The nation’s leading energy auditing company is poised to solidify its market position and efficiently manage its growth by investing in new corporate staff and resources. - September 03, 2010 - Pro Energy Consultants
Envirosurfer Surf Shop Donates 5% of Sales to Save the Waves Coalition
Envirosurfer, an online eco-friendly surf shop, has announced that it’s kicking off September by donating 5% of the month’s sales to the Save the Waves Coalition. A non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of surfing coastline and the marine environment, Save the Waves is a... - September 03, 2010 - Envirosurfer Surf Shop
Matsumoto Creates Custom Illustration for Taste of the Islands Logo
Renowned artist Ikki Matsumoto, of Buckingham and formerly of Sanibel Island, created a unique illustration to be featured as the logo for the 2010 Taste of the Islands to be held November 21 to benefit the Center for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW). Featuring five birds and a turtle... - September 03, 2010 - Center for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife
GOVgreen Conference and Exposition Announces New Affiliate: USGBC - National Capital Region Chapter
GOVgreen's most recent affiliate is U.S. Green Building Council - National Capital Region Chapter. USGBC-NCR membership includes architects, engineers and contractors working with federal, civilian and military agencies. As an affiliate, USGBC - NCR is providing speakers and programming for GOVgreen's facilities track. - September 03, 2010 - Center for Environmental Innovation and Leadership (CEIL)
Ocean Rower and Environmental Campaigner Roz Savage Comes to Sacramento
In June 2010, Roz Savage became the first woman to row solo across the Pacific Ocean. A 6-week, 12-city speaking tour of the US and Canada aims to raise funds for her environmental mission and next adventure: a solo row across the Indian Ocean in 2011. If successful, she will be the first person to row the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian Oceans. Roz Savage will be appearing in Sacramento on 9/30/10. She will be presenting in the Student Union Ballroom at California State University at 6PM. - September 02, 2010 - Roz Savage
Ocean Engineering Professor Jon Miller Receives ASCE Educator of the Year Award
American Society of Civil Engineers names Dr. Jon Miller of Stevens Institute of Technology the 2010 Educator of the Year for the North Jersey Branch. - September 02, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
Wireless Networks Enable Intruder Detection and Emergency Alerts Funded by NSF
National Science Foundation funds Dr. Yingying Chen at Stevens Institute of Technology, in collaboration with Dr. Hui Xiong, Rutgers University, in research entitled: "NeTSE:Small:Collaborative Research: MILAN: Multi-Modal Passive Intrusion Learning in Pervasive Wireless Environments." - September 02, 2010 - Stevens Institute of Technology
McNamara Named Clinic Director of C.R.O.W.
The board of directors of the Center for Rehabilitation of Wildlife, Inc. (CROW) named Dr. Amber A. McNamara as clinic director after serving as a veterinarian for more than seven years with the Sanibel Island non-profit wildlife animal hospital. - August 27, 2010 - Center for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife
Robert Kennedy, Jr. to Keynote at GOVgreen Conference and Exposition
Robert Kennedy, Jr., key environmental advocate, will speak at GOVgreen Conference and Exposition taking place this November 9 - 10 in Washington, DC. - August 26, 2010 - Center for Environmental Innovation and Leadership (CEIL)
Blake Strode Joins Forces with reBounces, Becoming First Carbon Neutral Tennis Professional on ATP World Tour
Under the partnership, Strode will promote reBounces' revolutionary Green Tennis Machine at his various matches over the next year. reBounces will support Strode in his dream of becoming a full-time tennis professional on the Tour. - August 23, 2010 - Rebounces.com
Energy Performance Specialists Selected by the City of Port Washington as Approved Energy Efficient Lighting Contractor for Federal Stimulus Project
Energy Performance Specialists announced today it has been named an approved energy efficient lighting contractor for the City of Port Washington. This selection is part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) funds for energy efficiency programs. The grant the City of Port... - August 22, 2010 - Energy Performance Specialists
CROW Announces Date for 29th Annual Taste of the Islands Fundraiser
Sanibel Island-based Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife, Inc. (CROW) will host one of the island’s best-loved community events this fall. The 29th annual Taste of the Islands will be held November 21 from 12 noon to 6 p.m. at Sanibel Community Park. Voted “Best Island... - August 22, 2010 - Center for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife
Creating Jobs in a Down Economy; Oklahoma Business Sees Early Success
Upstart Business Experience Success in Creating Jobs by Obtaining Governmental Contracts. - August 20, 2010 - Chloeta
Out of Economic Darkness, Light: Roozt.com and MyCorporation.com Partnership Helps Socially Responsible Entrepreneurs in Economic Downturn
In a time of economic hardship and increasing entrepreneurship, Roozt.com, an online e-commerce platform that offers daily deals on products from socially responsible businesses, and MyCorporation.com, an entrepreneur-friendly online document-filing site, have partnered to provide free services and encouragement to aspiring socially responsible entrepreneurs - August 19, 2010 - Roozt.com