success stories

07.10.2004 A virtual reality software developed in the United Kingdom has shown schools unlimited possibilities in using the multimedia for education. The Gateshead City Learning Centre has equipped students with resources that they can only dream about. Even teachers are agreeing that the software’s trials have exceeded all expectations.

12.09.2004 The Cyber-sight program of Orbis International links specialist ophthalmologist volunteer telementors with partner organisations in the developing world for discussion of specific cases requiring treatment. Clinical pictures and history are available through a special website.

03.09.2004 Tracking garbage-collection vans using satellites and mobile phones has made
waste management much easier for the Westminister city council of United
Kingdom. With strict monitoring, garbage collection is frequent and overflowing bins scarce.

01.09.2004 Sarai Media Lab of India has won the 2004 UNESCO Digital Art award aimed at promoting digital creation as an innovative artistic reflection on information and knowledge society. Sarai received $7,000 and a three-month residency.

18.06.2004 Companies have now come up with solar panels so that recharging laptops is no longer a problem in areas without electricity.

18.06.2004 The Global Giving project has successfully raised funding for providing computer access to disadvantaged children in Venezuela.