1980s
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Ozone depletion research
Our research provided critical findings on protecting the atmosphere that protects us all.
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Longitudinal studies of youth with disabilities
Pioneering study improves U.S. education for students with disabilities.
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CCD broadcast camera
The first commercially available all-solid-state broadcast camera delivers clearer, sharper images than ever before.
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Football safety
Developed measures for the NFL to reduce the number and severity of injuries to players.
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Order-sorted algebra
First language to implement parameterized programming leads to numerous applications in computer science.
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Surface analysis by laser ionization (SALI)
Extremely sensitive surface analysis now standard for analyzing metals, semiconductors and more.
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Human liver tissue bank
The first human liver tissue bank for testing drugs on humans versus animals.
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Polymers for super strength
Stronger products from tennis rackets to Mars rovers.
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Environmental test methods
SRI methods help develop EPA testing still used today.
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Ultrasound for medical diagnostics
Innovations make seeing inside the body from the outside ultra simple.
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Blood treatment: Hirudin
New treatment for blood clot prevention stems from peptide once only found in leeches.
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Two-dimensional laser fluorescence technology
Spectroscopic method now used worldwide to visualize flow and chemical processes in combustion.