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Scientists Accelerate Protons to Energies Using Laser-Particle Acceleration

Laser-particle acceleration is an emerging area of physics that is expected to further significant future advances in modern cancer radiotherapy

2 Nov 2009

Guided Therapeutics to Launch LightTouch Non-Invasive Cancer Detection Technology

LightTouch™ to be shown to international distributors, physicians and healthcare purchasers

2 Nov 2009

Arecont Vision Introduces New Compact Cameras Featuring MegaFlash Technology

Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, announces new compact cameras with MegaFlash™ technology in 1.3, 2, 3 or 5 megapixel formats. The MegaFlash™ camera series was unveiled at the 12th Annual China Public Security Expo (CPSE) Show in Shenzhen, China.

2 Nov 2009

Georgia Institute of Technology Researchers Develop 3D PV System Using Optical Fiber

Converting sunlight to electricity might no longer mean large panels of photovoltaic cells atop flat surfaces like roofs

2 Nov 2009

Washington University Researchers Create a Gold Nanocage for Smart Drug Delivery

In campy old movies, Lucretia Borgia swans around emptying powder from her ring into wine glasses carelessly left unattended. The poison ring is usually a confection of gold filigree holding a cabochon or faceted gemstone that can be broken to empty the ring's contents. It is invariably enormous — so large it is rather odd nobody seems to notice it.

2 Nov 2009

Accuray Launches CyberKnife VSI System That Help Expand Radiosurgery Options

New Capabilities Extend CyberKnife Treatment Options to Include Robotic IMRT

2 Nov 2009

New Coherent Excimer Laser Offers Lowest Cost/Watt for UV Micromachining

The new LEAP excimer laser from Coherent Inc. (Santa Clara, CA) (Nasdaq: COHR) offers an unsurpassed combination of output power, low purchase price and economical operating cost for micromachining applications in microelectronics and medical device manufacturing.

31 Oct 2009

Himfr.com Launches New Portable Waterproof Digital Cameras

Himfr.com, one of China's leading B2B search platforms with more than 30 B2B industry websites to its name, introduces two kinds of portable waterproof digital cameras. The Pentax Optio W and Olympus Mu SW series ...

31 Oct 2009

OSRAM SYLVANIA Showcases New Line of Professional LED Solutions

Lighting leader OSRAM SYLVANIA debuted its expanded line of professional LED solutions, including Traxon LED Systems from SYLVANIA. Hosted by newly appointed President and CEO Rick Leaman, the event showcased the superior style and function of SYLVANIA LED systems to the lighting design community.

31 Oct 2009

Vanderbilt University Researchers Develop Optical System to Examine Sudden Cardiac Arrest

A research team at Vanderbilt University has developed an innovative optical system to simultaneously image electrical activity and metabolic properties in the same region of a heart, to study the complex mechanisms that lead to sudden cardiac arrest. Tested in animal models, the system could dramatically advance scientists' understanding of the relationship between metabolic disorders and heart rhythm disturbances in humans that can lead to cardiac arrest and death, and provide a platform for testing new treatments to prevent or stop potentially fatal irregular heartbeats, known as arrhythmias.

31 Oct 2009

St. David's South Austin Hospital - Leader in Laser-Assisted Lead-Extractions in Central Texas

Physicians at St. David's South Austin Hospital are leading the Central Texas region in laser-assisted lead-extractions. Lead-extraction is a complicated procedure to remove leads, or transvenous pacemaker electrodes frequently used in patients with pacemakers or other implanted Cardiac Rhythm Management (CRM) devices. Recent studies have shown that using a laser can be a safe and effective way to remove cardiac leads when performed by a skilled physician. Previously, lead removal often required "open-heart" surgery.

31 Oct 2009

Lightwave Logic Completes Fabrication of Prototype Phase Modulator

Lightwave Logic, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: LWLG) a technology company focused on the development of electro-optic polymer materials for applications in high speed fiber-optic telecommunications and optical computing, today announced the successful completion of the fabrication stage of their prototype phase modulator, demonstrating a commercially viable process for the manufacture of optical devices using Lightwave's 'Next Generation Electro-Optic Material Platform.'

31 Oct 2009

Statewide Distribution of CFLs Crosses 10 Million: New Jersey BPU

Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs distributed statewide support clean energy efforts in New Jersey The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU) today announced that more than 10 million ENERGY STAR qualified compact f...

31 Oct 2009

Scientists Develop Less Expensive Raw Material for Solar Cell Manufacturing

A series of joint sub-projects and work-packages has enabled the scientists to develop a new, less expensive grade of raw material for solar cells. And the best news is that the new modules are just as efficient as current solar cells.

31 Oct 2009

Nexxus Lighting Announces Follow-On Offering and Underwriter Options

Nexxus Lighting, Inc. (NASDAQ:NEXS) today announced that it has filed a registration statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission relating to a proposed follow-on offering of its common stock. Nexxus Lighting intends to offer 5,000,000 shares and the underwriters have an option to purchase an additional 750,000 shares of Nexxus Lighting's common stock to cover over-allotments. The Company intends to use the net proceeds to repay indebtedness and for working capital and general corporate purposes.

31 Oct 2009