Five years ago, the COVID-19 pandemic first swept across the U.S., infecting millions and claiming hundreds of thousands of lives. Scientists are already concerned about the next airborne threat, but in the future, a powerful new weapon may be waiting in the wings. Far-UVC light is a form of ultraviolet light that can kill viruses and bacteria in the air without harming humans. Researchers say it could be instrumental in stopping the spread of illnesses like the flu and possibly future pandemics.
Unsurprisingly, organizations are eager to leverage the AI copilots built into their existing SaaS platforms and adopt other, new AI-powered tools. While AI has been important for staying competitive in today’s business landscape, the ubiquity of AI copilots has created a tug-of-war between CIOs and CISOs.
Perfusion technology allows Tampa General to rehabilitate organs that otherwise would not have been viable for transplant, making them suitable for recipients. The hospital can retrieve organs from a wider geographical area, expand access to lifesaving transplants and take on some of the most complex cases. As a result, Tampa General has shortened patient wait times and enhanced quality transplant outcomes.
In 2024, DOE announced nearly $60 million in funding to support solar microgrid installations at rural community health centers. The investment is part of its Energy in Rural or Remote Areas program that's managed by the Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations. The initiative targets rural health centers across the southeastern U.S., a region that experienced 474 weather-related power outages in 2022 — more than any other part of the country.