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Georgetown University medical students are now getting crucial extra practice with surgical procedures through virtual reality, a move that could reshape how the next generation of doctors is trained in the DMV. This innovative approach offers aspiring surgeons unlimited, risk-free repetition to hone their skills.
A Fairfax County data scientist has launched a new app designed to provide reliable, real-time information about public electric vehicle (EV) chargers, addressing a major pain point for drivers across the DMV.
NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, a mission largely developed by scientists at Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland, is set to launch this weekend. It aims to unravel mysteries of dark energy, dark matter, and exoplanets using innovative "star glasses" and cosmic time-lapse technology, continuing the legacy of flagship space observatories.
Waymo, the autonomous driving company backed by Google, has started mapping operations in Northern Virginia, a crucial step toward potentially introducing self-driving vehicles to the DMV. This initiative involves specialized cars collecting extensive data to create detailed digital maps, laying the groundwork for future driverless transportation services in the region.
The WMATA board has approved a plan to bring automated trains to the Metro system, signaling a major technological shift for commuters across Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. This move aims to enhance efficiency and reliability, promising a new era for one of the nation's busiest transit networks.
Washington, D.C., is gearing up to release a major study on robotaxis this summer, a move that could significantly shape the future of transportation, public safety, and economic equity across the District.
Smart devices and biometric surveillance are creating vast digital footprints, making DMV residents more vulnerable to police searches and challenging traditional privacy rights. Learn how this affects you.
A tractor-trailer fire has led to the complete closure of all westbound lanes of Interstate 64 in Virginia Beach near Indian River Road, causing significant traffic disruptions and prompting authorities to advise motorists to seek alternate routes.