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Claudia Mitchell
In 2006, Mitchell became the first woman to be given a bionic arm after a horrific motorcycle accident. The limb is connected to her nervous system, and it allows her to control the arm with her mind.
Nigel Ackland
After losing part of his arm in a work-related accident, Ackland got a cybernetic upgrade. His new arm is reminiscent of Dr. Claw from Inspector Gadget.
EyeLock Myris
The myris is a USB-enabled iris authentication device that can connect to anything with a USB port. Users can access their personal information without the use of passwords and user names. One look is all it takes to verify your identity.
Lima Data Storage (2 TB)
The Lima Data Storage device has reinvented the way your devices store data. You can install it at home, on your smartphone, computer and tablet, and the device will display the same files, wherever you are, regardless of the device size.
Benjamin Banneker (Nov. 9, 1731 – Oct. 9, 1806)
Banneker was an astronomer, mathematician and author who constructed America’s first functional clock. In the early days of the U.S., Banneker was a prominent abolitionist working with Thomas Jefferson on improving the lives of Black people in this nation. He was also one of the few people to help survey the borders of Washington, D.C.
Dr. Daniel Hale Williams (Jan. 18, 1858 – Aug. 4, 1931)
Williams performed the first prototype open-heart surgery. He also was the second surgeon to perform a pericardium surgery to repair a wound. In 1891, he created one of the first non-segregated hospitals in the U.S. He called it Provident Hospital and it was located in Chicago.
Evolution
Evolution does not cause something to go from “lower” to a “higher” stage of development. In many cases, organisms can evolve without any major improvements. Some examples of this are fungi, sharks, crayfish and mosses. These organisms have all remained virtually the same over a great period of time.
The Hottest Planet in Our Solar System
Even though Mercury is the closest planet to the sun, Venus is really the hottest. The surface temperature of Venus is so hot it can melt lead. The temperature at the surface is 740 K (467 degrees Celsius or 872 degrees Fahrenheit).
“Turn that 62 to 125, 125 to 250, 250 to half a million; ain’t nothing nobody can do with me.” — “Clique,” Kanye West featuring Big Sean and Jay Z
If operating internationally is a goal, always look at your competitor. Expanding a brand should always be the primary objective of any businessperson. West is a perfect example of this.
“I can’t let life get the best of me; I gotta take, take control of my own destiny / Control what I hold and of course be the boss of myself / No one else will bring my wealth.” — “A Job Ain’t Nuthin’ But Work,” Big Daddy Kane
Personal investment is key. All businesspeople had to overcome obstacles and personal hardships to achieve their goals and dreams. If an idea is powerful enough, you will do anything to make that idea a reality. At the same time, invest in building your own confidence and skills so that others will be confident in you.
Video Taping/YouTube
Videos may help children with autism by holding their attention. YouTube has a variety of videos suitable for all age groups, and it is free to access. Video recording is a step further. Parents can record themselves and create engagement, enhance social skills and develop language skills when the child sees the video. These videos can help especially when the parent is at work or away.
Touch Devices
For children with autism, iPads can help increase their patience, focus and attention. There are so many different apps out there. Games and puzzles are some of the best tools to help your child.
As our world depends more and more on technology, STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) careers will be in high demand. This list shows the historically Black colleges and universities that awarded the most STEM degrees to students within the sample year of 2008-09. According to a 2012 study, Texas Southern professors Emiel W. Owens, Andrea J. Shelton, Collette M. Bloom and J. Kenyatta Cavil also found that the schools listed below have produced the most STEM graduates from HBCUs.
Howard University
Located in the heart of Washington D.C., this university awarded 166 different STEM degrees.
Xavier University of Louisiana
This university in New Orleans awarded 159 science, technology, engineering and math degrees.
Getting into college can be a difficult and arduous journey. However, getting in is just the tip of the iceberg. Most people should know that studying is important and procrastination is a problem. Staying in and getting the most out of your education is a process in of itself. There are resources that most students don’t know about. Here are a few tips to ease the burden of getting a college education.
Learn and Harness Skills Outside of the Classroom
College will not teach you everything about life and success. You have to take the initiative and enhance skills unrelated to your major. If you like to cook, buy cookbooks. If you like photography, join your school’s photography club or start one. If you like art, buy a sketchbook and watch popular art tutorials on YouTube. Just learn more.
Paid Internships
After your sophomore year, you should know what you want to do by this point. This is the time to get an internship and a few job-shadowing experiences. Internships give you the opportunity to test the waters and gain experiences at top companies and smaller ones, too. Avoid unpaid internships. There are many paid internships that start at minimum wage and go up. If you do get an unpaid internship, make sure you can get college credit for that work. That means one less class you have to pay for. Speak to your counselors for more information.
Mogobike Electric Scooter
The Mogobike can fold up to a compact size. There is a USB port for your devices, and it can be charged in the house.
SolPro
This gadget is a portable solar charger. By leaving it out in the sun for 90 minutes, you can charge a phone, tablet or any other small device.
