Agriculture
Clemson researchers have developed a more precise, accurate, and objective tool called the Nix Pro to successfully measure soil color in a variety of color codes, with smartphone applications.
Inventor: Christopher Post, Mark Schlautman, Elena Mikhailova
Published: 10/6/2020
Biotechnology, Sustainable Environment
This synthetic conopeptide analog, named Miata57, to the noradrenaline (NA) molecule enables antifouling action. This analog could potentially be manufactured and incorporated into commercial epoxy based paints and coatings to deter fouling marine invertebrates from settling, thus preventing biofouling.
Inventor: Andrew Mount, Mary Beth Johnstone, Bin Chan
Published: 7/29/2020