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Laser TIRF 3 System Allows Microscopists to Visualise Biological Systems under Optimal Conditions

With the introduction of the Laser TIRF 3 microscope system, Carl

Zeiss significantly enhances the capability of scientists to visualise near-cell

membrane dynamic processes while maintaining optimum specimen incubation conditions.

Single molecule dynamic processes in cell-free systems may also be observed

and, in combination with other techniques such as Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM).

From Carl Zeiss Microscopy GmbH 26 Mar 2009

Goodfellow Launch Japanese Language Web Site

Goodfellow,
a leading global supplier of metals and materials for research and product design,
has announced the launch of a Japanese language website.

From Goodfellow Corporation 26 Mar 2009

Carbon Dioxide Forms a Polymeric Solid under Extreme Pressures

As the pressure increases and temperature varies, the
intra- and inter-molecular interactions of carbon dioxide change dramatically
and this results in different crystal structures in polymeric dense phases with
interesting physical properties, such as super-hardness.

26 Mar 2009

HIsmelt Pig Iron Plant Placed on Care and Maintenance Due to Poor Market

Rio Tinto and its joint venture partners today announced that the HIsmelt pig iron plant in Kwinana, Western Australia will be placed on a program of 12 months' care and maintenance to April 2010, due to depressed gl...

26 Mar 2009

Siemens to Provide Upgrade Recommendations for US Blast Furnaces

Siemens VAI Metals Technologies received orders to inspect the existing hot-blast stoves at four production sites of U.S. steel producers and to propose repair and upgrading measures. The objective was to increase the ho...

From Primetals Technologies Limited 26 Mar 2009

Lyondell Basell to Close Olefins Plant

LyondellBasell Industries will permanently close its Chocolate Bayou olefins complex near Alvin, Texas, by Aug. 4, 2009. The plant has been out of service since mid-December and the company announced on Feb. 12 plans to ...

26 Mar 2009

Pirelli Launches Incentive for Motorists to Change to Eco-Friendly Tyres

Pirelli launches incentives for substitution of tyres, with a totally self
financed initiative which, similar to incentives for substitution of vehicles,
includes a contribution for purchase of fuel for those who decide to trade in
their old tyres for Pirelli eco-compatible products.

26 Mar 2009

Motor Glider Powered by Hydrogen Fuel Cells

Anyone expecting to hear the engine roar into life when the "Antares
DLR-H2" motor glider takes off, will be in for a surprise: the aircraft
rises almost soundlessly from the runway. And there's no smell of fuel
either.

26 Mar 2009

Weak Market Forces Temporary Closure of Ethylene Cracker

BASF will idle the smaller of its two steam crackers at its site in Ludwigshafen due to continuing weak demand. The temporary shutdown of the cracker, which has an annual capacity of 220,000 metric tons of ethylene, is p...

26 Mar 2009

BASF Go in Search of More Efficient, High Perfmance, Safer Li-Ion Batteries

Financial sponsorship running into millions has opened the way for the development
of new generations of high energy batteries for use in plug-in hybrid automobiles
and the electric powered vehicles of the future.

From SGL CARBON SE 26 Mar 2009

Ascent Solar Open New Production Facility Near Denver

Ascent Solar Technologies, which is 35-percent owned by Hydro,
opened a new production facility and headquarters near Denver, Colorado, in
the U.S. on March 24.

26 Mar 2009

DuPont Holographic Label Helps Prevent Fraud

The DuPont Izon holographic
security label from DuPont Authentication is helping Xi'an Lijun Pharmaceutical
Co., Ltd. secure its brands and regain
customer confidence in its products.

26 Mar 2009

BNL Patents Corrosion Resistant Coating for Metals Based on Nanoparticles

Scientists at the U.S. Department
of Energy's Brookhaven National Laboratory have developed a method
for coating metal surfaces with an ultrathin film containing nanoparticles "particles measuring billionths of a meter" which renders the metal resistant
to corrosion and eliminates the use of toxic chromium for this purpose.

26 Mar 2009

Biomaterials Journal to Host Biomaterials Asia 2009 Conference

Elsevier announced today, that Biomaterials, the leading journal in the field of biomaterials science, will host Biomaterials Asia 2009 in Hong Kong from April 5-8 to highlight the latest Asian research developments, ins...

26 Mar 2009

Economical Process Converts Algae into Biofuel

Chemists reported development of what they termed the first economical, eco-friendly
process to convert algae oil into biodiesel fuel - a discovery they predict
could one day lead to U.S. independence from petroleum as a fuel.

26 Mar 2009

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

In recent years, the IoT is rapidly being introduced into almost all sectors, but it has particular importance in the EV industry.

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Laser TIRF 3 System Allows Microscopists to Visualise Biological Systems under Optimal Conditions

Goodfellow Launch Japanese Language Web Site

Carbon Dioxide Forms a Polymeric Solid under Extreme Pressures

HIsmelt Pig Iron Plant Placed on Care and Maintenance Due to Poor Market

Siemens to Provide Upgrade Recommendations for US Blast Furnaces

Lyondell Basell to Close Olefins Plant

Pirelli Launches Incentive for Motorists to Change to Eco-Friendly Tyres

Motor Glider Powered by Hydrogen Fuel Cells

Weak Market Forces Temporary Closure of Ethylene Cracker

BASF Go in Search of More Efficient, High Perfmance, Safer Li-Ion Batteries

Ascent Solar Open New Production Facility Near Denver

DuPont Holographic Label Helps Prevent Fraud

BNL Patents Corrosion Resistant Coating for Metals Based on Nanoparticles

Biomaterials Journal to Host Biomaterials Asia 2009 Conference

Economical Process Converts Algae into Biofuel

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Reshaping Metallographic Sample Preparation

How Advanced Particulate Monitors are Transforming Real-time Air Quality Management

Overcoming Challenges and Perfecting Techniques for Accurate XRF Analysis

ultraWAVE 3: Single reaction chamber technology

The SF-10 Laboratory Pump: Key Features for Fluid Handling Excellence

Densito Range Handheld Density Meters

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

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Reshaping Metallographic Sample Preparation

How Advanced Particulate Monitors are Transforming Real-time Air Quality Management

Overcoming Challenges and Perfecting Techniques for Accurate XRF Analysis

1Lithium Recovery from Spent LFP-NMC Batteries via Atmospheric Water Leaching

2New Alloy Beats Invar’s Thermal Stability

3Atomic-Scale Platinum Clusters for Efficient Catalysis

4Jabil Recognizes Nordson Electronics Solutions with the 2024 Best Strategic Supplier Award

5New Bio-Based Thermoset Offers Durability and Recyclability

6Stable Lithium Plating and Stripping Mechanism in Anode-Less Lithium Batteries

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