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Assessing Cancer Stage Using Innovative Three-Dimensional Microscopy Technique

A research carried out at Karolinska Institutet and Karolinska University Hospital indicates that an innovative microscopy method for three-dimensional investigation of tumor tissue has the ability to more precisely diagnose cancer than prevalent two-dimensional techniques.

4 Oct 2017

Researchers Create Holographic Images of Free-Flowing Air Particles

A recent Kansas State University study states that holographic images of free-flowing air particles may help climate change and biological weapons watchdogs to improve the monitoring of the atmosphere.

4 Oct 2017

Series Production Start: Basler ace U with Sony STARVIS Sensors

The eight new ace U models from camera manufacturer Basler feature resolutions of 6 and 12 megapixels and have now moved into series production.

From Basler AG 4 Oct 2017

Mann Eye Institute Performs Cataract Surgery with Futuristic CATALYS Laser

Mann Eye Institute, a 40-year-old practice, is currently celebrating something that has revolutionized cataract surgery in such a huge way. They are the first in Austin, Texas to perform cataract surgery with the CATALYS Precision Laser System by renowned brand, Johnson & Johnson.

3 Oct 2017

Nokia Technology to Help Idea Cellular Meet High Bandwidth Demand

Nokia will assist Idea Cellular in meeting the constantly growing bandwidth demand by deploying Nokia's 1830 Photonic Services Switch (PSS) based Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM) solution.

28 Sep 2017

Scientists Make a Crucial Step Towards Unlocking the "Holy Grail" of Computing

A groundbreaking innovation in the development of photonic computer chips was brought about by a research team, including Professor C. David Wright from the University of Exeter. The photonic computer chips use light instead of electricity and they are capable of reproducing the way the brain’s synapses operate.

28 Sep 2017

Lumileds Adds Three New Products to LUXEON SunPlus Series of LEDs

Lumileds today introduced three new products in its LUXEON SunPlus Series of award winning LEDs for horticulture lighting.

27 Sep 2017

Dionne Lab is Developing an Optical Filter to Separate Mirrored Molecules

Molecules developed in labs frequently have a disadvantage that is mysteriously avoided by nature. The problem refers to the fact that a number of molecules are chiral, meaning they have an asymmetrical structure.

26 Sep 2017

Teledyne DALSA Announces Production of Industry’s First Line Scan Polarization Camera

Teledyne DALSA, a Teledyne Technologies company and global leader in machine vision, announced production of the new Polarization camera to its industry-leading Piranha™ family.

From Teledyne DALSA 26 Sep 2017

Eoptolink Unveils Industry’s First 200G CWDM4 QSFP-DD Optical Module at CIOE 2017

EOPTOLINK Technology Inc., Ltd has announced the industry first 200G CWDM4 QSFP-DD optical module during CIOE 2017 and will do live demo in ECOC 2017. Eoptolink has been working closely with leading network and data-center solution providers and start sampling to customers.

22 Sep 2017

Light Waves Used to Align Main Mirror Segments of NASA's James Webb Space Telescope

A team of Engineers at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston made use of light waves to align the James Webb Space Telescope’s mirror segments to each other, so they behave like a single, monolithic mirror in the cryogenic cold of the center’s iconic Chamber A.

21 Sep 2017

New Genie Nano Cameras Built Around Sony’s 1/3” CMOS Image Sensors

Teledyne DALSA, a Teledyne Technologies company and global leader in machine vision technology, today introduced two new models in its high-value, versatile high speed Genie Nano Camera Series.

From Teledyne DALSA 21 Sep 2017

Vayu HD - Full HD, Uncooled 1080p Thermal Imager for Perimeter Security, Rugged Military Imaging, and Airborne Reconnaissance

Sierra-Olympic Technologies, supplier of infrared (IR) and thermal imaging components, cameras, and systems solutions for innovative imaging applications, introduces the Vayu HD, an uncooled thermal camera with true high definition (1920 x 1200 pixels) and capable of 1080p output.

From Sierra-Olympic Technologies Inc. 21 Sep 2017

Researchers Develop New Microfluid Chip-Based Platform to Analyze Live Cells

Fluorescence microscopy offers researchers unbelievable power to illuminate the smallest structures and capture the real-time activities of live cells by tagging biological molecules with a veritable rainbow of fluorescent dyes.

20 Sep 2017

Access Fixtures Unveils New Style of Bollard Walkway Lights

Access Fixtures launches a new style of bollard light. The 21w ATRI LED walkway lights are designed with 5-inch bases and elegant form factors to complement any commercial or residential space.

20 Sep 2017