Electrical, Communications and Cyber Systems (ECCS) Discoveries

NSF's public investment in science, engineering, education and technology helps to create knowledge and sustain prosperity. Read here about the Internet, microbursts, Web browsers, extrasolar planets, and more... a panoply of discoveries and innovations that began with NSF support.

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		2007: Year in Review A look back at some of the NSF-supported advances and activities reported last year Released  January 30, 2008
		New Coating Is Virtual Black Hole for Reflections Non-reflecting material may help solar cells catch more of the Sun's rays Released  March 1, 2007
		Breakthrough Brings Laser Light to New Regions of the Spectrum Researchers have created a "waveguide" that coaxes extreme-ultraviolet light waves into forming a tightly focused laser-like beam that will allow researchers to "see" tiny features and carve miniature patterns. Released  December 9, 2003
		Artificial Retinas May Restore Partial Sight for Thousands in the Next Decade Research by engineering and medical teams holds tremendous promise for people who have lost their sight due to retinitis pigmentosa and other degenerative eye diseases. Released  June 25, 2003