Articles by J.E. Reich
Water Treatment Plant In DC Plans To Generate Energy From Human Waste
Washington D.C.'s Blue Plains Advanced Wastewater Treatment Plant plans to derive energy from a highly unusual source: human waste.
Marvel's 'Civil War' Gets The Ken Burns Treatment
'...but can there truly be heroes in a Civil War?' Much like the TV comedy Community' episode "Pillows and Blankets," a riff on Ken Burns documentaries like the PBS eight-parter The Civil War, someone has finally decided to do the same for Marvel's Civil War comic series, especially in light of the upcoming 2016 Captain America: Civil War movie.
Scientists Prolong The Lifespan Of Roundworms With Anti-Depressants
Scientists were able to prolong the lifespan of roundworms by introducing a compound used in anti-depressants, doing what eons of evolutionary development has been unable to do thus far.
Google Makes Largest Clean Energy Investment To Date
Google's latest purchase, which falls in line with their pledge to power themselves with clean energy by 100 percent in 2025, has acquired enough power to light up 2 million homes.
'Hamilton' Creator Lin-Manuel Miranda Composed Cantina Music For 'The Force Awakens'
Abrams revealed on 'The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon' that 'The Force Awakens' will include a scene at the Mos Eisley Cantina, with music composed by none other than 'Hamilton' creator and MacArthur Genius Grant recipient Lin-Manuel Miranda.
Ta-Nehisi Coates Reveals Concept Art For 'Black Panther'
National Book Award winner Ta-Nehisi Coates dishes on how writing Marvel's new 'Black Panther' series has changed his own approach to writing.
Feel Like You're Flying With This Livestreaming Paper Airplane Drone
PowerUp's latest Kickstarter campaign aims to produce an FPV drone that lets users see what it's like to take to the skies while staying firmly on the ground.
A New Type Of Carbon Is Harder Than Diamonds And Can Glow
Researchers at North Carolina State University have created a third type of carbon — one that is harder than diamonds and can glow when exposed to electric fields.
Sony Aims For Simplicity With Its E-Paper FES Watch
While the Sony FES E-paper watch comes with 24 different design options, its features are far from being as extensive as its smartwatch counterparts.
Minigames Allowed During Loading Time Now That Namco Patent Has Expired
Loading screens are now a thing of the past. It looks like loading screens are now a thing of the past. A 20-year-old patent owned by the former video game developer and publisher Namco (now known as Bandai Namco Entertainment) that allows users to play minigames during load time has expired, leaving the idea up for grabs and allowing companies to let users play supplementery games while they wait for their main game to load.
The Economic Toll Of Blowing Up The Death Star
According to a professor at the University of Washington in St. Louis, the destruction of both Death Stars within the 'Star Wars' universe would have taken a devastating economic toll.
A Micrograph Shows Us What Cells Really Look Like In 'The Cell: A Visual Tour Of The Building Block Of Life'
A new book from the University of Chicago Press shows us what cells actually look like, courtesy of a technique called micrography, which utilizes digital imaging with the help of a microscope.
Watch The Bennet Sisters As Zombie Hunters In Trailer For 'Pride And Prejudice And Zombies'
Jane Austen meets George Romero in the latest trailer for the movie adaptation of the 2009 NYT best-seller 'Pride and Prejudice and Zombies.'
The Holga Camera Is Officially Dead
After 34 years in the camera business, the makers of the 120 film format Holga camera are officially closing up shop.
Motorola Debuts Its Fitness-Focused Moto 360 Sport Smartwatch
Motorola's latest smartwatch, the Moto 360 Sport, is the company's first wearable for the fitness-oriented set.
'Minecraft' Gamer Recreates Scenes From Iconic Studio Ghibli Films
A 'Minecraft' gamer has created lush, gorgeous recreations from Studio Ghibli gems, among which include places and things from 'Princess Mononoke,' 'My Neighbor Totoro' and more.
Runtime For 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' Officially Announced
A week after 'The Force Awakens' became the second film in the 'Star Wars' franchise's history to earn a PG-13 rating, the movie's official runtime has been announced. Which other 'Star Wars' film does it match to the minute?
HBO Now December 2015: Movies And TV Shows Being Added And Leaving This Month
In honor of World AIDS Day on Dec. 1, HBO is adding a special collection to raise awareness, as well as offering up a first look at 'Sisters,' the upcoming Amy Poehler and Tina Fey comedy.
This Algorithm Can Predict Relationship Success Based On Voice Tone
Researchers at the University of Utah's USC Viterbi School of Engineering have created an algorithm that can predict the success of a relationship better than your horoscope.
Patton Oswalt To Star In 'Mystery Science Theater 3000' Reboot
Actor and comedian Patton Oswalt is the most recent talent to join the cast of the rebooted sci-fi comedy show.
UN Study Suggests That Dating Apps Are Fueling Teen HIV Epidemic
With only a day away until World AIDS Day 2015 on Dec. 1, the UN has released a study that shows a major uptick in the HIV epidemic among teens — and dating apps might be playing a part in the rising rate.
This Telepresence Robot Can Be Navigated Via Mind Control
Scientists from Italy and Switzerland have designed a telepresence robot that can be controlled with only brain signals - and it may have a significant impact on the daily lives of people with limited motor function.
Scientists Use Nanopores To Take The Salt Out Of Salt Water
Scientists at the University of Illinois have found a way to produce drinkable water with the use of nanopores — and it may be the key to helping out regions severely impacted by periods of heavy drought.
'Your Property Now Belongs To Negan': New 'Walking Dead' Promo Gives Life To The Comic's Most Infamous Villain
A promo for the sixth season of 'The Walking Dead' confirms what fans have been waiting for: Negan is here.
MDMA Used In Clinical Trial To Help People With Autism
Researchers at the Los Angeles Biomedical Research Institute are conducting a clinical trial to test whether the effects of the drug MDMA can ease or reduce social anxiety in people affected by autism.
Lying Cat Statue From 'Saga' Is Now Available For Preorder
One of the most popular characters from 'Saga,' the Lying Cat, is now available for fans to preorder.
Black Friday Online Game Lets Players Shop Like Crazy Without Spending A Cent
Celebrate America's unofficial consumer holiday, Black Friday, with an online game that lets you shop like crazy without spending a penny.
Facebook Announces It Will Give Four Months Parental Leave To All Employees
After announcing he would take a two-month leave following the birth of his child sometime next year, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg says Facebook's parental leave policy will now extend to fathers and members of same-sex couples, both in the U.S. and overseas.
Sony's Black Friday Flash Sale Goes Live For PlayStation 4 Games
In honor of Black Friday, Sony's flash sale has gone live, offering deals of up to 50 percent off PlayStation 4 games.
NES' 'Super Mario Maker' Players Can Now Download A Remix Level
The 'Super Mario Maker' Remix event lets users download a course that mashes up some old-school Mario mix-ins with a new twist, and gives them the chance to unlock our favorite plumber's Frog Suit.
