technology

Local Scientist Discovers Rapid Water Quality Testing Method

Jared Brumbaugh — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 15:22:32 +0000

We talk to a local scientist who developed a new method of rapidly detecting polluted water that’s likely to become the standard in the United States.

For information on current swimming advisories, chick [here].

Goldsboro High School Receives Prestigious Science Award

Jared Brumbaugh — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 13:15:18 +0000

We speak with a Goldsboro High School teacher who received a prestigious technology award for UV radiation and bacterial cell growth research.

The Down East Journal (04/19/13)

Jared Brumbaugh — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 17:40:52 +0000

A charter school serving close to 200 students in an economically depressed area of Kinston is facing closure. The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction has recommended Children‘s Village Academy’s charter be revoked because of cash flow problems and increasing school debt. This week on the Down East Journal, find out what Children‘s Village Academy is doing to stay open.

Combating North Carolina's High Stroke Rate

Jared Brumbaugh — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 15:58:07 +0000

A feature report on the latest advancements in the treatment of strokes.

Stroke – it’s feared, its deadly, and it’s debilitating. As far as statistics are concerned, you’re more likely to have a stroke if you live in the South. In fact, stroke is the third leading cause of death in North Carolina. And our state is considered to be the ‘buckle’ of the stroke belt, which includes several states in the southeast part of the country where stroke death rates are significantly higher than the rest of the United States.

The Future of 3D Printers

Jared Brumbaugh — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 17:41:22 +0000

It's a fascinating look at 3D printers; how they work, and how they're being used at East Carolina University.

The Down East Journal (12/14/12)

Jared Brumbaugh — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 18:38:26 +0000

An increased use of technology coupled with a congressional mandate are being blamed for cutbacks at your local post office. This week on the Down East Journal, we'll talk about the Postal Accountability and Enhancement Act. And, we continue our "short and sweet" series, Just Desserts. Plus, an investigation is underway to find who is vandalizing underground water lines.