Research Horizons
Spring/Summer 2003
COVER STORY
SEARCHING
for the
UNKNOWN

Searching for
the Unknown
Researchers make a case for space studies.
by Jane M. Sanders

The Little Engine
That Could
Experimental microsatellite demonstrates autonomous operations.
by Jane M. Sanders

Teamwork in Space
Study focuses on effects of high-risk, high-stress environment on space crew communication and performance.
by Jane M. Sanders

New Technologies for the "Final Frontier"
Georgia Tech researchers are developing new aerospace technologies for NASA.
by Rick Robinson

Contributions to a Space Odyssey
NASA-funded projects yield basic knowledge and enabling technologies.
by Jane M. Sanders

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FEATURES
Artificial Intelligence
Researchers are creating behavior-based robots that can reason and react. PDF format
by Renee Twombly

You Gotta Know the Territory
Georgia Tech research reveals whether and how to invest in tourism development. PDF format
by Lincoln Bates

Grocery Shopping with a PDA
Shoppers like prototype software's assistance in finding items andn specials. PDF format
by Jane M. Sanders
FACULTY PROFILE
In the Belly
of the Beast
Atlanta's urban sprawl attracts an architect who wants to retrofit suburbia. PDF format
by Jane M. Sanders


FEATURES

Breathing New Life
into Urban Areas
New GTRI center will help communities with redevelopment efforts. PDF format
by T.J. Becker

Information as Art
Software prototype uses pictures to represent information people want to monitor. PDF format
by Jane M. Sanders


DEPARTMENTS
Research Notes
When Is a Metal Not a Metal?
Less Expensive Displays
Shining Light on Cancer
Role Reversal Repercussions
Innovation Rules
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Research Links
Rat-Brained Robot
Controlling Cell Adhesion
Nanocomposites
Boosting Productivity
Nanocomputing
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FACULTY AWARDS
      AND HONORS


FACULTY RESEARCH
      IN THE NEWS


RESEARCH HORIZONS

Volume 20, Number 3
Spring/Summer 2003

A publication of the
Georgia Institute of Technology



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