tr10 2009
Special Report: 10 Emerging Technologies 2009
Technology Review presents its annual list of 10 technologies that can change the way we live.
Intelligent Software Assistant
Adam Cheyer is leading the design of powerful software that acts as a personal aide.
Han Cao's nanofluidic chip could cut DNA sequencing costs dramatically.
Stuart Parkin is using nanowires to create an ultradense memory chip.
Michel Maharbiz's novel interfaces between machines and living systems could give rise to a new generation of cyborg devices.
George Whitesides has created a cheap, easy-to-use diagnostic test out of paper.
Donald Sadoway conceived of a novel battery that could allow cities to run on solar power at night.
A new reactor design could make nuclear power safer and cheaper, says John Gilleland.
Zhong Lin Wang thinks piezoelectric nanowires could power implantable medical devices and serve as tiny sensors.
Vivek Pai's new method for storing Web content could make Internet access more affordable around the world.
Nick McKeown believes that remotely controlling network hardware with software can bring the Internet up to speed.