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IdeaConnection: Global Collaboration - Connected Innovation » Feb-05-14

INTERVIEW Not the Hammer's Fault Interview with Alan Iny, co-author of Thinking in New Boxes [MORE INTERVIEWS] BOOKS Thinking in New Boxes A Paradigm for Business Creativity. By Luc de Bradandere and Alan Iny [MORE BOOKS] NEW INVENTIONS Self-Washing Dishes The coating used mimics a lotus leafs' bumpy nano-structure, repels water, dirt and oil — eliminating the need for soap and water. Gastric Balloon Pill Developed as an alternative to gastric surgery, the Obalon capsule can be swallowed and inflates in the stomach to discourage over-eating by creating the sensation of fullness. [MORE NEW INVENTIONS] VIDEO Mind-Controlled Van A concept van that can be controlled by thought, a keyboard or by the conventional manual steering wheel. [MORE VIDEOS] INNOVATION ARTICLES Crowdsharing Innovation Share your innovation and collaboration insights with the world! [POST YOUR INNOVATION ARTICLES] Featured Article Why do Supervisors block Innovation? By Paul Sloane [READ MORE ARTICLES] BLOG Three Open Innovation Best Practices Three best practices have been created using the data from an exhaustive study. [INNOVATION BLOG] INNOVATIVE PEOPLE Promote Your Innovation Skills! Larry Stein developed a method of short change over time while manufacturing surface mount electronic circuit boards for short runs. [ADD YOUR PROFILE] [BE A PROBLEM SOLVER]

We are excited to hear original ideas about innovation and open innovation. Contribute to our blog. Email us your article for review. EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES Plant-Based Microswimmers Researchers have developed a plant-based "microswimmer", that can carry drugs more accurately. Spiral micro structures were glazed in nickel and titanium, providing them the ability to regulate magnetically. TECHNOLOGY SCOUTING $2,000 for each Accepted Lead: Zwitterionic Polymers Safe for Human Use A client is interested in zwitterionic polymers that have been demonstrated to be safe for human use. Consumer Food Monitoring Device Seeking a device, or enabling technologies to perform real-time monitoring of food for pesticide residues, veterinary residues and adulterants. Mobile Biomass characterization Device or Technology Seeking a platform or technology that enables real-time biomass characterization for multiple feedstocks. Mobile Raw Materials Characterization Device or Technology Seeking a platform or technology that enables real-time raw material identification and characterization of wide range of plastics and polymers. OPEN INNOVATION SUCCESS STORIES The Force: Crowdsourcing Contest Pringles paired with iconic movie franchise Star Wars, to launch a crowdsourced video contest. More than 1,000 video entries were submitted and the top seven have received more than one million views. [MORE OPEN INNOVATION STORIES] [WHAT CAN WE SOLVE FOR YOU?] PATENT MARKETPLACE Emergency Warning Rapid Deployment System R.E.D.S is an innovative safety marker system that sets out safety measures early and a good distance from stopped vehicles. R.E.D.S alerts passing drivers to the emergency and aids in preventing other accidents. [THOUSANDS OF PATENTS] No charge to contact the patent owner! [LIST YOUR PATENT] It's FREE. INNOVATION CONVENTIONS & EVENTS Techweek Chicago 2014 Jun-23-14 to Jun-29-14 Chicago, USA Techweek brings together a mixture of entrepreneurs, visionaries, and thought leaders for a week-long celebration of all things tech. Meet vendors, industry leaders, and enjoy a multitude of networking opportunities. Demo Conference -San Francisco Apr-27-14 to Apr-30-14 New York, USA The Demo Tour is a conference where innovators get private feedback on their product and pitch. Each year thousands of people attend DEMO conferences around the world to discover innovation at its birth.   [MORE CONVENTIONS] [FREE: ADD YOUR INNOVATION EVENT] Become an IdeaConnection Agent If interested, please fill out our contact form with your email address and a link to your Linkedin profile. [LEARN MORE] INNOVATION CONTESTS TESTIMONIAL "I personally wanted to thank you for hosting such a wonderful site. I have entered and won several contests for my work... Because of this my device has been seen globally as well as the United States Patent and TradeMark Museum, the National Inventors Hall of Fame and the television show Modern Marvels. Whenever I am seeking another contest I always check your site first and wanted to personally thank you as it has changed my life." — Dan Didrick, Multiple Contest Awardee [VIEW INNOVATION CONTESTS] [FREE: POST YOUR INNOVATION CONTEST] [NOTIFY ME OF NEW CONTESTS POSTED] INVENTIONS FOR SALE Neck Support System An innovative neck support provides comfort while having hair washed or rinsed at the hair salon. Featuring adjustable inserts that support the head and cradles the neck in a comfortable and ergonomic position. [MORE INVENTIONS FOR SALE] [LIST YOUR INVENTION FOR SALE]

"Innovation is the central issue in economic prosperity." – Michael Porter