Capitology Blog

For mechatronics engineers, the industries of top-paying employers vary widely, but all have a focus on advancing technology.

This profile on Edith Clarke is the ninth post in a month-long series of profiles about female STEM innovators in honor of Women’s History Month. Check back each weekday to read a new profile.

Due to the inherent environmental impacts of the construction industry, construction managers must look to green building solutions, which not only benefit the environment but have cost benefits as well.

The news covers it weekly, you use it daily, and businesses monitor it by the minute. It’s difficult to remain unaware that the cybersecurity industry needs highly skilled personnel when it is used so often and so ubiquitously across industries. Despite the need, not just anyone can become a cybersecurity expert – especially not overnight or after attending a short course.  

This profile on Ada Lovelace is the eighth post in a month-long series of profiles about female STEM innovators in honor of Women’s History Month. Check back each weekday to read a new profile. 

This profile on Dr. Persis S. Drell is the seventh post in a month-long series of profiles about female STEM innovators in honor of Women’s History Month. Check back each weekday to read a new profile. 

This profile on Dr. Gloria Hewitt is the sixth post in a month-long series of profiles about female STEM innovators in honor of Women’s History Month. Check back each weekday to read a new profile. 

The first major piece of legislation passed in California this year that protects consumer data privacy. Though the law was only passed in one state it has had sweeping impacts across the country – and beyond.

This profile on Hedy Lamarr is the fifth post in a month-long series of profiles about female STEM innovators in honor of Women’s History Month. Check back each weekday to read a new profile.

While more difficult than traditional hacking, the threat of satellite hacking is real. With approximately 2,000 communications satellites in orbit, the National Security Agency is working on how to keep your satellite data secure.