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Robert J. Sawyer |
Robert J. Sawyer (b. 1960) is a Canadian science fiction writer. He grew up in Toronto, and now resides in Mississauga, Ontario. He holds a Bachelor of Applied Arts in Radio and Television from Ryerson University of Toronto. He won the 1995 Nebula Award for his novel The Terminal Experiment and the 2003 Hugo for his novel Hominids. Science fiction in the News articles describe real-world events that relate to the ideas and inventions in sf novels and movies. Select a news article: |
Raydiance USP Laser Attacks Unwanted Cells
Medical uses for ultrashort pulse lasers are possible because they transfer no heat to the surrounding area.
Forced Resonance Ultra-Short Pulse Laser Kills Viruses Dead
It appears that every virus has a specific frequency that will cause it to vibrate - and shake itself apart - and the process can be done without harming healthy tissue.
Separate Parasites From Hosts - With Light
Clever technique leads to better research samples in studies of parasitic organisms.
Neurosecurity Concerns In Neural Implant Tech
Fascinating paper details the possible negative consequences of having electronic brain implants; sf readers feel perfectly at home reading it.
Implantable Device Security
I'd rather not have medical device hacking on the table.
Plasma Flashlight Illuminates, Kills Bacteria
This device will be a boon to the paramedics who serve in remote areas.
Ultra-short Pulse Laser Kills Bacteria In Vivo
'...coherent beams at precise wave-lengths passing through her flesh to zap foreign molecules within her body.' - Robert J. Sawyer, 2003.
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