In development since 2010, the micoach Elite System is the product of extensive research, science and cutting-edge technology development by adidas to create the most advanced system for elite teams across the globe.

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It was a Republican President, Dwight Eisenhower, a proud son of Kansas -- (applause) -- who started the Interstate Highway System, and doubled down on science and research to stay ahead of the Soviets.

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Brooks, who is studying international ocean policy, was one of 30 U.S. scientists monitoring Antarctica's unique eco-system, as part of a National Science Foundation research cruise.

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Researchers at Nippon Hoso Kyokai are working with engineers at the Science and Technical Research Laboratories (STRL) to create an "optical disc recording system based on consumer Blu-ray disc technology that can spin as fast as 15, 000 RPM" without worry of a disc experiencing a complete meltdown and shattering within the drive.

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Researchers at the School of Computer and Information Science at the University of South Australia are currently conducting research into a mobile outdoor AR system.

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And there are some wonderful research facilities in our own University of Illinois system that have done a lot to advance the science on this.

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She concluded by commending the government of Japan for the enforcement of public measures to promote a dedicated Support System for Female Researchers, providing training to enhance opportunities for young-talented women in science research.

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