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Microsoft Research Makes Microsoft Biology Foundation and MODISAzure-Based Environmental Service Available to Scientists and Researchers

By Guest PostOctober 12, 2010Science, Technologyalgorithms, bioinformatics, biological web services, biometeorologist, blast, cloud computing, data-driven research, dennis baldocchi, DNA, escience workshop, informatics group, jeremy kolpak, johnson & johnson pharmaceutical research, mbf, microsoft biology foundation, microsoft biology initiative, microsoft research, modisazure-based environmental service, programming-language-neutral bioinformatics toolkit, protein sequences, researchers, rna, Technology, tony hey, windows azure

*Two new technologies are showcased at the eScience Workshop to fuel advancement of data-driven research in healthcare and environmental fields.*

BERKELEY, Calif. — Oct. 12, 2010 — With more than 200 researchers in attendance at the seventh annual eScience Workshop, Microsoft Research showcases two technologies that facilitate data-driven research: the Microsoft Biology Foundation (MBF) and a MODISAzure-based environmental service. (more…)

‘On Quest for Information Science’s Holy Grail: Quantum Computing’

By Guest PostJune 30, 2010Technologyart in mathematics, microsoft research, quantum computing, quantum topology, station q, String Theory, theory group

*Q & A: Dr. Michael Freedman discusses his past accomplishments and current pursuits to build a quantum computer.*

Santa Barbara, Calif. – Mountain climbing is all about testing and pushing limits. But it’s not enough to rely on physical strength and stamina alone. To conquer a mountain, one must also possess the mental toughness and problem-solving skills needed to navigate difficult, potentially dangerous, terrain. (more…)