Notre Dame researchers use Wii to develop therapeutic solutions for stroke patients Notre Dame's Departments of Pyschology and Mechanical Engineering joined forces to challenge students to come up with therapeutic solutions for stroke patients. Second year Mechanical Engineering graduate student Michael Kennedy did just that. Using a PC and Wii Balance Board, he designed what they call We-Hab. Read more on WNDU 16 South Bend ... Read More

Scientists use computer algorithms to develop seasonal flu vaccines Computer scientists have developed a rapid and effective approach to produce vaccines for new strains of influenza viruses. The researchers hope to develop the new technology and provide an efficient method to confront the threat of seasonal epidemics. Read more on Science Daily ... Read More

Race to develop iPad games WASHINGTON - AS AN electronic reader, Apple's iPad has been touted as a possible 'Kindle killer' but what has videogame makers buzzing is the potential of the touchscreen tablet computer as a gaming platform. 'It's going to be a really powerful handheld game console,' said Asbjoern Soendergaard, founder and chief executive officer of Tactile Entertainment. Read more on Straits Times ... Read More