Clean Energy | UMBC Industry News

A UMBC research team has been awarded a grant by the U.S. Department of Energy to advance nuclear fusion energy research. The significant part of this research is that fusion energy does not emit greenhouse gases. 

In today’s Industry News, we take a look at another research team designing clean energy through solar paneled windows. We also look at why the U.S. is most targeted country for cyberwarfare, a gene connected to the development of PTSD, and ways to improve your public speaking skills.


Transparent solar panels for windows hit record 8% efficiency

Innovators are taking advantage of the sun’s power a step further by designing solar panel windows. Skyscrapers are essentially one building block closer to becoming energy power sources.

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The U.S. is the most targeted country for cyberwarfare

Cyber-warfare is at an all-time high for the U.S., making cybersecurity a major necessity. According to the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), the U.S. has suffered 156 significant attacks since May 2006.

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PTSD development linked to a gene

Researchers have discovered a gene potentially responsible for PTSD. Researchers from the University of Basel have reported these findings in the scientific journal PNAS.

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Improve your public speaking with these simple tips

Does your heart race when you stand before a room of people awaiting your words? These simple tips will help boost your confidence right away.

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