Advanced English Vocabulary for Scientific and Technical Innovation
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What does 'innovative' mean in the context of technology?
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Innovative means introducing new ideas; original and creative in thinking, particularly in technology.
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Define 'prototype' in technical terminology.
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A prototype is the first or preliminary model of something from which other forms are developed or copied.
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What is 'algorithm' commonly used for in technology?
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An algorithm is a process or set of rules to be followed in calculations or other problem-solving operations, often by a computer.
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Explain the term 'nanotechnology'.
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Nanotechnology is the science, engineering, and application of materials and devices with dimensions at the nanometer scale.
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What does 'AI' stand for, and what is its role in innovation?
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AI stands for Artificial Intelligence, which refers to the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines, especially computer systems to facilitate innovation.
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Define 'bioinformatics'.
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Bioinformatics is the science of collecting and analyzing complex biological data such as genetic codes.
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What does 'sustainability' mean in the context of technological innovation?
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Sustainability refers to the creation and implementation of environmentally responsible materials, processes, and products.
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What is meant by 'cybernetics'?
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Cybernetics is the interdisciplinary study of the structure of regulatory systems, used in both machines and living organisms.
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Explain the concept of 'quantum computing'.
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Quantum computing is a type of computation that harnesses the collective properties of quantum states, such as superposition and entanglement, to perform calculations at speeds unattainable by traditional computers.
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What does 'open source' refer to in software development?
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Open source refers to a type of software in which the source code is released for anyone to view, modify, and distribute.
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Define 'biotechnology'.
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Biotechnology is the use of living systems and organisms to develop or make useful products.
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What is the meaning of 'blockchain' in technology?
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Blockchain is a decentralized digital ledger that records transactions across many computers so that the records cannot be altered retroactively.
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Explain the term 'innovation ecosystem'.
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An innovation ecosystem comprises the network of relationships between people, institutions, technology, and culture that enable and promote innovation.
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What is 'Augmented Reality (AR)'?
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Augmented Reality (AR) is an enhanced version of the real physical world through the use of digital visual elements, sound, or other sensory stimuli delivered via technology.
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Define 'cloud computing'.
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Cloud computing is the delivery of different services through the Internet, including data storage, servers, databases, networking, and software.
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