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Impact of Toxic Vapors on 3D Printed Tissue

S&T and partners have 3D printed human cells onto microchips to study how different toxic vapors can damage lung tissue.

From Zero to a Hundred in a Second

In the latest Tech Speak minisode, S&T gathered national firefighter community members in NYC to talk about the threat from lithium-ion battery fires.

Enhancing the Safety of Firefighters and the Public

S&T’s NUSTL and the Big City Fire Working Group Push EV Safety Upgrades in Electrical Code.

S&T’s 2024 Year in Review: Building a More Secure Future

Over the past year, S&T made great strides in strengthening the nation’s security through technology innovations and scientific progress. 

Reimagining Imaging at the Airport

S&T and the Transportation Security Administration are collaborating on advanced imaging technology to improve the passenger screening experience.

 

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