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The First Carl Zeiss AURIGA CrossBeam Electron-Ion Microscope Begins Service

The first Carl Zeiss AURIGA™ CrossBeam® electron/ion microscope was officially put into service today at the Ludwig-Maximilians University (LMU) in Munich. There is considerable global interest in this system, which was introduced only four months ago. A number of orders have already been placed; the demo systems are reserved weeks in advance.

From Carl Zeiss Microscopy GmbH 22 Jul 2009

New Use Found for Ytterbium

Ytterbium was discovered in 1878, but until it recently became useful in atomic clocks, the soft metal rarely made the news. Now ytterbium has a new claim to scientific fame. Measurements with ytterbium-174, an isotope with 70 protons and 104 neutrons, have shown the largest effects of parity violation in an atom ever observed.

22 Jul 2009

Distribution Deals Result in More Polymer Products for PolyOne Clients to Choose From

PolyOne Corporation today announced that recent developments between PolyOne Distribution and several major resin suppliers are creating an expanded portfolio of solutions for its customers.

22 Jul 2009

Who Would Have Thought A Virus Could Help with Minerals Processing

Researchers often make progress by applying a proven scientific method from one realm to another, connecting seemingly disparate disciplines. Such interdisciplinary approaches are powerful tools in the drive for scientific innovation.

22 Jul 2009

Overview of the Nanotechnology Debate

Landmark Europe announced today the publication of a new report entitled Nanotechnologies in consumer products: challenges and opportunities for Europe. The report provides a clear and up-to-date overview and analysis of...

22 Jul 2009

Nano-Enabled Packaging for the Food and Beverage Industry Expected to be Worth $7.3b by 2014

With the increasing global customer base, food retailing is transforming. However, with the move toward globalization, food packaging requires longer shelf life, along with monitoring food safety and quality based upon international standards. To address these needs, nanotechnology is enabling new food and beverage packaging technologies.

22 Jul 2009

Greening of Architectural Glass Campaign Wins Award for PPG

PPG Industries’ (NYSE: PPG) architectural glass business has won a 2009 Pro-Comm Award of Excellence from the Business Marketing Association (BMA). The company’s “Greening of Architectural Glass” campaign was recognized by a panel of national marketing experts for its exceptional product positioning and brand development, joining IBM as the only other winner in the category.

From PPG Industries Inc. 22 Jul 2009

Enfis Launch New Lighting Solution for Street Lighting Applications

Enfis Group Plc. (LSE: ENF), an innovator of intelligent LED lighting systems and technologies, today announced the launch their new Innovate Series of LED arrays for use in myriad street lighting applications throughout North America.

22 Jul 2009

New Interactive Website for Manufacturers of Microscope Heating and Cooling Stages

Informative websites are vital in today's world and Linkam are pleased to announce their new site at www.linkam.co.uk. The new site provides easy access to information on products and applications on Linkam's range of heating and freezing stages for both OEM and end users that enable the visualization and exploration of materials' properties.

From Linkam Scientific Instruments 22 Jul 2009

Full Color Sensacell System Bound to be a hit with Architects an Designers

The Sensacell system is ideal for creating interactive brand experiences, combine the almost magical 'touchless' sensing capabilities with stunning color LED graphics and video, you then have the perfect platform for creating truly immersive interactive applications. Architects and designers love the flexibility of the Sensacell system because it plays well with so many architectural materials and can be elegantly integrated into floors, walls, stairs, elevators, kiosks and furniture.

22 Jul 2009

AMSC Receives $12m for Superconductor Projects

American Superconductor Corporation, a global energy technologies company, today announced that the United States Department of Energy (DOE) has provided more than $12 million in funding to AMSC under the American Recove...

22 Jul 2009

Could Crossbar Architecture be the Successor to Flash Memory

The race is on for a successor to the popular ‘flash’ memory used in portable devices. European researchers think they have found a candidate in novel materials combined with a simple, easily fabricated ‘crossbar’ architecture.

21 Jul 2009

Sustainability is the Secret to the Success of China's Silicone Industry

China’s silicone industry will need to constantly innovate to ensure its long term growth, Tom Cook, Asia Area Vice President for Dow Corning, a global leader in silicon-based technology and innovation, told delegates at the 2009 China Silicon Industry Development Forum in Sichuan.

From Dow Corning 21 Jul 2009

Contact Lenses that Provide Controlled Drug Release

Taking eye drops multiple times a day can be difficult for patients to do, and because of blinking and tearing, as little as 1 to 7 percent of the dose is actually absorbed by the eye. Now, researchers led by Daniel Kohane, MD, PhD, director of the Laboratory for Biomaterials and Drug Delivery at Children's Hospital Boston, have developed special contact lenses that can gradually dispense a constant amount of medication to the eye, at adjustable rates. They describe their prototype lens in the July issue of Investigative Ophthalmology and Visual Science.

21 Jul 2009

Could We Be Driving on Tires Made Out of Trees One Day

Automobile owners around the world may some day soon be driving on tires that are partly made out of trees - which could cost less, perform better and save on fuel and energy. Wood science researchers at Oregon State...

21 Jul 2009