We are closing 2025, smarter, more informed, and inspired. Thanks to the SWRI experts who joined us on the podcast this year.

We explored a range of fascinating topics, including AI analysis for bone health, user-friendly robotic software, recycling CO2 waste into a valuable product and more. We are rewinding and

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Hello and welcome to technology today. I'm Lisa Benia.

It was a busy and productive year at Southwest Research Institute,

and our podcast guests caught us up on some of our

impactful projects and achievements of 2025. We learned about the SWRI-led Punch Mission just

before it set out to capture never-before-seen images of the Sun's corona transitioning to the solar

wind. We discussed advanced electronic

warfare technology developed in our new Georgia facility, the first SWRI owned property outside of

Texas. We heard about the award-winning compressor and engine, both co-developed by SWRI and recognized with Oscars of Innovation.

Every episode brought a special listen and learn moments.

So let's get into our 2025 Rewind.

We launched the year with Highlight, a machine learning tool used to search for chemicals in consumer products.

In January, SWRI analytical chemist Dr. Kristen Favela and chemical engineer William Watson discussed how Highlight illuminated the data in a revealing study.

Did you find a type of product or clothing or upholstery that you think was most risky?

In general, the rubber products were riskier than the fabrics, clothing, upholstery.

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