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A Key Find in the Process of Energy Transfer in Photosynthesis

Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis have figured out the orientation of a protein in the antenna complex to its neighboring membrane in a photosynthetic bacterium, a key find in the process of energy transfer in photosynthesis.

2 Apr 2009

Physics Breakthrough Could Lead to Forward Leaps in Lasers and Optical Computing

McGill University researchers have successfully amplified light with so-called "colloidal quantum dots," a technology that had been written off by many as a dead-end.

2 Apr 2009

Cree Awarded ENERGY STAR Qualifications for its LED Downlights

Cree, Inc. (Nasdaq:CREE) has been awarded ENERGY STAR(r) qualifications for its LED downlights. The product line, including the LR6, LR5 and LR4 downlights, has demonstrated LED lifetime and fixture efficacy that qualifies for the stringent commercial rating, as well as the residential rating.

2 Apr 2009

World Fiber Optic Test Equipment Markets to Reach $618.52 Million by 2013

In the world fiber optic test equipment (FOTE) markets two segments, the optical time domain reflectometer (OTDR) and the optical spectrum analyzer (OSA) have experienced higher growth rates than other segments.

2 Apr 2009

Nikon Introduces Ecobins Binoculars Designed from Top to Bottom with Latest Eco Friendly Features

Nikon® is proud of its commitment to protect the environment and believes that pollution prevention measures and the efficient use of resources are vital. With this commitment in mind Nikon introduces ecobins binoculars.

2 Apr 2009

JDSU Announces Appointment of New President for its Communications Test and Measurement Business Segment

JDSU (NASDAQ: JDSU and TSX: JDU) today announced that Dave Holly has been appointed president of its Communications Test + Measurement business segment, succeeding Tom Waechter, who was named JDSU president and Chief Executive Officer earlier this year.

2 Apr 2009

TAEC Announces Two New Highly-Efficient White LED Drivers

Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc. (TAEC)*, a committed leader that collaborates with technology companies to create breakthrough designs, today announced two new highly-efficient white LED drivers (LEDDs), the TB62730WLG and the TB62750FTG.

1 Apr 2009

Toshiba and Panasonic Signs Share Transfer Agreement

Toshiba Corporation (TOKYO:6502)("Toshiba") and Panasonic Corporation (NYSE:PC)(TOKYO:6752)("Panasonic") announced that today the two companies have signed a share transfer agreement under which Toshiba will acquire all of Panasonic's shares in Toshiba Matsushita Display Technology Co., Ltd. (TMD), a joint venture that develops, manufactures and sells liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light emitting displays (OLEDs).

1 Apr 2009

OSRAM's Lok-it - A Simple Solution Especially for Stage Lighting

With Lok-it! OSRAM provides a system for entertainment lighting that enables lamps to be replaced easily without tools thanks to their special bayonet base and holders. With the 4ArXS HSD 300W/80/P28 the Lok-it! product range now includes a lamp with a small PGJX28 base as well. This smaller base means the size and weight of effects lighting devices can be further reduced.

1 Apr 2009

Nikon's New MM-200 Measuring Microscope Specially Designed for High Accurate Measurements of Precision Parts

The new MM-200 measuring microscope from Nikon Instruments is specially designed for engineers, inspectors and operators, who require highly accurate measurements for precision parts.

1 Apr 2009

SPI Lasers Announces New Investments in Facilities, Equipment and Personnel

SPI Lasers, a leading designer and manufacturer of fiber lasers, today announced new investments in facilities, equipment and personnel with respect to fiber laser applications development.

1 Apr 2009

DOE Announces Completion of World's Largest Laser

The Department of Energy today announced that the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) has certified the completion of the historic effort to build the world's largest laser.

1 Apr 2009

Novel Optical Technique that Permits Rapid Analysis of Single Human Immune Cells Using Only Light

Researchers at the University of Rochester have developed a novel optical technique that permits rapid analysis of single human immune cells using only light.

1 Apr 2009

High Performance Multi-Sensor Imaging System that Uses High Speed Fiber-Optic Tether to Provide Real Time Imaging

Magnolia Optical Technologies, Inc. announced today that it has developed a high performance multi-sensor imaging system that uses high speed fiber-optic tether to provide real time imaging in a variety of defense applications.

1 Apr 2009

mPhase Showcases AlwaysReady Emergency Flashlight

mPhase Technologies, Inc. (OTC BB: XDSL.OB) showcased the AlwaysReady Emergency Flashlight on Thursday March 19 at the NanoBusiness Alliance Public Policy Tour Product Showcase in Washington, DC in the Russell Senate Office Building. The Product Showcase was the first unveiling of the AlwaysReady Emergency Flashlight.

1 Apr 2009

Optics & Photonics News

A Key Find in the Process of Energy Transfer in Photosynthesis

Physics Breakthrough Could Lead to Forward Leaps in Lasers and Optical Computing

Cree Awarded ENERGY STAR Qualifications for its LED Downlights

World Fiber Optic Test Equipment Markets to Reach $618.52 Million by 2013

Nikon Introduces Ecobins Binoculars Designed from Top to Bottom with Latest Eco Friendly Features

JDSU Announces Appointment of New President for its Communications Test and Measurement Business Segment

TAEC Announces Two New Highly-Efficient White LED Drivers

Toshiba and Panasonic Signs Share Transfer Agreement

OSRAM's Lok-it - A Simple Solution Especially for Stage Lighting

Nikon's New MM-200 Measuring Microscope Specially Designed for High Accurate Measurements of Precision Parts

SPI Lasers Announces New Investments in Facilities, Equipment and Personnel

DOE Announces Completion of World's Largest Laser

Novel Optical Technique that Permits Rapid Analysis of Single Human Immune Cells Using Only Light

High Performance Multi-Sensor Imaging System that Uses High Speed Fiber-Optic Tether to Provide Real Time Imaging

mPhase Showcases AlwaysReady Emergency Flashlight

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