ResearcHDiscovery
Through two-way high-definition communication, research meets discovery.
As a proof-of-concept for collaborative one-on-one research using 2-way
high definition, this project connects multiple universities in the
United States enabling researchers to work and innovate in new ways.
Participants in the project collaborate with colleagues, mentors, and
experts in their field of study. Topics range from basic research to
advanced applications. kynamatrix is not directing the research subject
matter. More than just videoconferencing or distance learning, we
believe this is the dawn of a new era in how we communicate. The
intention of the project is to allow researchers from participating
universities to collaborate face-to-face on new or existing
multidisciplinary projects. The project is sponsored by kynamatrix
Research Network, LifeSize Communications, and GBH Communications. For
background information on this project read the
FAQ (pdf).
Project Status
The status of the project is listed below:
2007.04.24
All installations are complete, the ribbons are cut, and all participating universities
now have a high definition virtual window between labs. See the
press release. 2007.04.12
All equipment has been received by the participating universities
including the widescreen monitors. Installations are being scheduled
to be completed by next week. 2007.03.22
Tracking numbers for the LifeSize equipment have been emailed to the participating universities.
Six 37" widescreen monitors have been ordered, however, shipping
details will be settled tomorrow. 2007.03.21
LifeSize has shipped the units to the participating universities. GBH will
coordinate the installation of the units after which connectivity testing will begin. Press release planning is
in the works. 2007.02.01
The list of participating universities has been finalized to
Carnegie Mellon University,
Georgia Institute of Technology, Harvard University,
MIT Media Lab, Stanford University, and University
of Washington. 2006.09.28
The project is officially named ResearcHDiscovery, where
research meets discovery in high definition.
2006.08.30
LifeSize equipment is demonstrated at University of Washington.
The vision of the project is shared with Adam Moulden of LifeSize.
2004.02.18
kynamatrix Research Network is officially created with plans to
initiate operations by June. 2004.01.23
Documented the vision of 2-way HD becoming a reality for
research between the participating universities. 2003.03.01
We are investigating the use of utilizing a 3CCD video camera
and a 55" HDTV. We're exploring how the technology might be used to
communicate and share experiences in real time in a 2-way HD
scenario and how this can aid in collaboration. We predict that this
type of technology can assist in removing the barriers to
innovation. It is in the space between two collaborators where new
ideas are discovered.
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Links
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FAQ (pdf)
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Press Release
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LifeSize Communications
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GBH Communications
Thank you
The following individuals made
the ResearcHDiscovery project possible:
Project Founder
Alyce Hoggan
Project Coordinators
Jim Cain
Steve Clark
Craig Malloy
Ruth Marsh
Karoline McLaughlin
Adam Moulden
Rick Popko
Chris Schmidt
Justin Shong
Johanna Vallecillo
University Coordinators
Gregory Abowd
Dan Boyarski
Ryan Chin
Stephen Ervin
David Kaufer
Peter Lee
Larry Leifer
Kate Long
Betty Lou McClanahan
William Mitchell
Judy Ramey
Dan Siewiorek
Dan Shodek
IT Coordinators
Bruce Boyd
Randy Carpenter
Randy Chapman
Greg DeBow
Stephen Ervin
Richard Gascoigne
Judith Lee
Shwetak Patel
Carlos Perales
Ray Schlacter
Phillipp Skogstad
Neeraj Sonalkar
Mark Torrey
George Toye
Installation Coordinators
Sean Bledsoe
Ken Frazier
Daniel Freeman
Jim Riordan
Steve Rodgers We regret
any errors or omissions, and ask that you contact us with corrections.
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