Computer & electronics hardware
J. J. Cadiz
Invented a better approach to alleviating information overload.
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Shad Roundy
Built tiny generators for wireless sensor networks that convert low-level background vibrations into electricity, eliminating the need for batteries.
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Mena Trott
Mena developed a simpler user interface which allows bloggers to create links to other pages by clicking and dragging items on-screen.
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Guido Appenzeller
Started a Palo Alto, CA, firm to commercialize an encryption technology that uses a simple ID, such as an e-mail address, to ensure secure communications.
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Adrian Colyer
Leads the effort to improve software quality and cut development costs.