Heather Hall

Cleveland

Associate Editor at R&D World

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Articles

DNA microscope offers new 3D view of organisms from inside out

3 weeks ago | rdworldonline.com | Heather Hall

Scientists at the University of Chicago have introduced “volumetric DNA microscopy,” which has the potential to transform our understanding of biology by producing detailed, three-dimensional images of organisms at the molecular level. For the first time, this technology can provide a spatial map of gene expression for an entire organism. Traditional genetic sequencing provides valuable information about samples’ genetic makeup and activity.
NIH layoffs threaten US's edge in science and health innovation

3 weeks ago | rdworldonline.com | Heather Hall

With federal layoffs across various government agencies making the weekly news, one announcement deserves far more attention than it is receiving: staffing cuts at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Amid a wave of reductions affecting civil servants in science, health, and environmental agencies, the NIH layoffs could quietly deliver a significant blow to the U.S. research ecosystem.
NASA and Corscience team up to monitor spacesuit safety

4 weeks ago | rdworldonline.com | Heather Hall

As NASA prepares for astronauts’ return to the Moon through the Artemis program, even the smallest details inside a spacesuit can make a big difference. The top priority is ensuring astronauts can breathe safely and efficiently during long hours on the lunar surface. In pursuit of that goal, NASA has teamed up with German medical technology company Corscience to enhance carbon dioxide monitoring (CO₂) inside next-generation spacesuits. Spacesuits operate like miniature life-support systems.
New podcast from ISS National Lab gives peek into space research

4 weeks ago | rdworldonline.com | Heather Hall

If you’ve ever wondered what’s happening aboard the International Space Station — beyond the amazing views and zero-gravity stunts — a new podcast is ready to take you inside the science. The ISS National Laboratory has launched Between a Rocket and a Hard Space, a fascinating podcast that gives listeners a behind-the-scenes look at the discoveries, challenges, and people shaping the future of space-based research.
Global quantum industry soars in 2025 report

1 month ago | rdworldonline.com | Heather Hall

According to the Quantum Economic Development Consortium’s (QED-C) “2025 State of the Global Quantum Industry” report, the global quantum technology industry is experiencing unprecedented growth and investment. The report reveals a rapidly expanding market driven by advancements in quantum computing, sensing, and communication technologies, fueled by significant public and private funding. The following is a breakdown of what’s in the report.
Ohio State researchers develop floating "nanomat" to clean water

1 month ago | rdworldonline.com | Heather Hall

Most people bring a blanket to the beach to soak up the sun — this “blanket” soaks up pollution instead. Researchers at Ohio State University have created a solar-activated “nanomat” that floats on water like a beach mat, but instead of providing comfort, it goes to work cleaning up harmful contaminants. The lightweight, reusable material can clean polluted water and generate power using sunlight.
Japanese drug shows promise in preventing COVID-19 infection

1 month ago | rdworldonline.com | Heather Hall

You’ve just seen your favorite rock band in a packed arena — and as the excitement fades, the worry sets in. Was this a “super spreader” event? When was your last booster? In that moment, wouldn’t it be a relief to know you could just take a pill to protect yourself?
AI model offers faster adaptive CO2 retrieval from satellite data

1 month ago | rdworldonline.com | Heather Hall

A team of researchers from Shanghai Jiao Tong University and the Chinese Academy of Sciences has developed a new artificial intelligence-based model for retrieving atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO₂) concentrations from satellite data. The Spectrum Transformer (SpT) model is designed to address long-standing challenges in real-time global CO₂ monitoring.
NASA eliminates chief scientist role and shuts down key offices

1 month ago | rdworldonline.com | Heather Hall

NASA has announced the elimination of its chief scientist position and the closure of several internal offices, including the Office of Technology Policy and Strategy and the agency’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) branch. According to Reuters, the move, which affects at least 23 employees, is part of a broader reorganization aligned with federal cost-cutting initiatives under the Trump administration.
Physicists create a supersolid state of light

1 month ago | rdworldonline.com | Heather Hall

Light: it’s fast, massless, and goes straight through stuff. Right? Well, physicists in Italy just said, “Hold my espresso,” and turned light into something that’s both a solid and a liquid. Yes, you read that correctly. They’ve created a supersolid out of light, a feat previously thought to be the exclusive domain of ridiculously cold atoms.