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Gary Schuster Named Georgia Tech Interim President

April 4, 2008 — A 14-year veteran of the Georgia Institute of Technology, Dr. Gary Schuster, who currently serves as Tech’s provost and executive vice president for Academic Affairs, has been named the institution’s interim president, effective July 1, 2008.

New Decontamination System Kills Anthrax Rapidly

January 29, 2008 — A rapid, non-disruptive and less expensive method to decontaminate bioterrorism hazards has been developed. Flat panels producing X-rays and ultraviolet-C light kill anthrax spores, even hidden ones, in two to three hours without lingering effects.

Videogame Makers Should Market to Women

January 25, 2008 — Girls Just Wanna Have Fun: Videogame Makers Should Take a Lesson from Nintendo and Market to Women.

Study Shows China as World Technology Leader

January 24, 2008 — A new study of worldwide technological competitiveness suggests China may soon rival the United States as the principal driver of the world’s economy – a position the U.S. has held since the end of World War II. If that happens, it will mark the first time in nearly a century that two nations have competed for leadership as equals.

Vest May Help Understand Causes of Asthma Attacks

January 22, 2008 — A vest containing environmental sensors may help researchers better understand the causes of asthma attacks. The system can determine what children are exposed to at home, at school and outside where they play.