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Coherent Introduces New Fully-Integrated Laser Source for Multiphoton Excitation Microscopy

The new Chameleon™ Vision from Coherent Inc. (Santa Clara, CA) (Nasdaq: COHR) is a fully-integrated laser source for Multiphoton Excitation (MPE) microscopy that delivers both state-of-the-art image quality and superior ease of use.

5 May 2009

IMAX 3-D Cameras Return to Space to Document One of NASA's Most Complex Space Shuttle Operations

NASA, the IMAX Corporation and Warner Bros. Pictures announced Monday that IMAX 3-D cameras will return to space to document one of NASA's most complex space shuttle operations -- the final servicing mission to the Hubble Space Telescope.

4 May 2009

Scientists Examine Structure of Chlorophyll Molecules in Green Bacteria Responsible for Harvesting Light Energy

An international team of scientists has determined the structure of the chlorophyll molecules in green bacteria that are responsible for harvesting light energy. The team's results one day could be used to build artificial photosynthetic systems, such as those that convert solar energy to electrical energy.

4 May 2009

Corning to Supply G-1000 Green Lasers to Microvision under Agreement

Corning Incorporated (NYSE: GLW) and Microvision, Inc. (NASDAQ: MVIS) announced today that the companies have entered into a supply agreement under which Corning will supply its G-1000 green lasers to Microvision, as a key component of Microvision's PicoP™ enabled microprojector accessory product.

4 May 2009

Nuventix Announces Availability of SynJet Universal DLM Cooler for Philips Fortimo/Lexel LED Downlight Module

Nuventix, Inc., innovator of SynJet® active thermal management solutions, announces the general availability of the SynJet Universal DLM cooler for the Philips Fortimo/Lexel LED Downlight Module.

4 May 2009

Addition of Color to 4 Megapixel CMOS Camera Makes It Easier to Find Defects

DALSA (TSX: DSA), a global leader in machine vision technology, today announced the addition of the Falcon 4M60 and 4M30 Color CMOS cameras to its family of Falcon global shutter cameras.

4 May 2009

JDSU Introduces 450mW 5100 Series Pump Laser

JDSU (NASDAQ: JDSU) (TSX: JDU) today announced availability of the 450mW 5100 Series pump laser, the highest 980nm power available to the undersea optical networking industry today. The 5100 Series will power undersea optical amplifiers that are needed to transmit fiber optic signals along cables that span thousands of kilometers along the ocean floor, acting as critical trans-continental links for broadband communications.

4 May 2009

New LED Fiber Optic Illuminator Exceeds Brightness Levels of 150-watt Halogen Technology

Today at Lightfair International 2009 PerkinElmer, Inc., a global leader focused on improving the health and safety of people and the environment, announced the introduction of its new LED fiber optic illuminator that exceeds the brightness levels of 150-watt halogen technology while using fifty percent less power.

4 May 2009

New High-Brightness LED Lamp Delivers a Superior-Quality Light Beam to a Target Area

LedEngin, Inc. announces the launch of LuxDot, its newest LED MR16 lamp capable of replacing 35W halogen lamps at Lightfair in New York City, May 5-7. While LuxDot's high flux density is par of 35W halogen, the precision optical design enables LuxDot to exceed the halogen beam quality by providing a bright, uniform light distribution that eliminates hot spots and dark rings.

4 May 2009

StreetGlow Announces 15th Annual Glow-Off Competition

StreetGlow, Inc., the industry leader in Auto-Neon® and performance lighting products, is proud to announce its 15th annual Glow-Off® competition at the Carlisle Performance + Style Show, being held May 9-10, where enthusiasts duke it out light-show style!

3 May 2009

Researchers Construct Device that Can Detect Colors of the Rainbow

Researchers at Sandia National Laboratories have created the first carbon nanotube device that can detect the entire visible spectrum of light, a feat that could soon allow scientists to probe single molecule transformations.

30 Apr 2009

Consortium Lights the Way for Photonics Research

An umbrella group set up to give direction to Europe's emerging photonics community has proposed a programme of strategic research and is calling for action to address a looming skills shortage. The photonics industry is not new but the idea of it is rather novel. Many companies have been working on the applications of photons - the particles of light - for decades. They have brought us lasers, optical fibres, flat-panel TV screens and many other innovations.

30 Apr 2009

Using Laser to Detect Trace Amounts of Melamine in Infant Formula

With equipment readily available to health officials and businesses, a Purdue University researcher has found a way to detect trace amounts of melamine in infant formula.

30 Apr 2009

Center Focuses on Using Fundamentals of Photosynthesis to Unlock New Sources of Energy

Arizona State University will be home to a new Energy Frontier Research Center (EFRC) announced by the White House in conjunction with a speech delivered by President Barack Obama.

30 Apr 2009

Nikon Instruments Introduces the New MM-200 Measuring Microscope

Combining precision and accuracy with a compact body and an affordable price, Nikon Instruments, Inc. introduces the new MM-200 Measuring Microscope. Ideal for measuring a variety of metal, plastic and electronic parts, this powerful new microscope is specifically designed and engineered with machining engineers and inspectors in mind.

30 Apr 2009