Probiotics – the class of helpful microorganisms
What are probiotics? Probiotics literally means “for life.” Probiotics are live microorganisms that are intended to have health benefits when consumed or applied to the body. They…
Short range device – low power transmitters
What is a short-range radio device? Short-range radio device are intended to cover radio transmitters which provide either unidirectional or bidirectional communication and which have low capability…
Web 3.0 – next phase of the evolution of web
What is Web? Web refers to the World Wide Web. Computer scientist Tim Berners-Lee is credited with inventing the world wide web in 1989, which allowed people…
Qubit – quantum mechanical analogue of classical bit
What is a qubit and how does it differ from a classical bit? A qubit (or quantum bit) is the quantum mechanical analogue of a classical bit….
Biofilm – layer of microorganisms
What are biofilms? Biofilm is a thin usually resistant layer of microorganisms (as bacteria) that forms on and coats various surfaces (as of catheters or water pipes)….