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Scientists Explore Planck-Scale Physics Using Quantum Optics

An international partnership between the teams of Myungshik Kim at Imperial College London and Markus Aspelmeyer and Caslav Brukner at the University of Vienna has put forward a novel quantum experiment utilizing Planck-mass mirrors, paving the way to study some predictions of quantum gravity proposals in a lab.

By Andy Choi 20 Mar 2012

Ningbo Baishi Using CFL Driver ICs of NXP Semiconductors Acquires Stage 5 Certification from EU Ecodesign

NXP Semiconductors has declared that Ningbo Baishi Electric, a China based company, which uses the CFL driver ICs of NXP, has acquired Stage 5 certification from EU Ecodesign for non-directional household lamps. Ningbo Baishi is a global supplier of LED lamps and fluorescent bulbs.

From NXP Semiconductors 20 Mar 2012

Study on Magnetic Resonance Imaging Method Helps Improve Pulmonary Embolism Diagnosis

A novel research has showed that an enhanced identification of pulmonary embolism is possible when two magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) sequences are added to the common MR angiography method.

By Andy Choi 20 Mar 2012

Solos Endoscopy to Introduce New Series of SteriTAP Endoscopic Instruments

Solos Endoscopy declared that it will launch SteriTAP, a new line of endoscopic instruments. Designed to be the ultimate take-apart sterile endoscopic instruments, Solos' SteriTAP Instruments will be commercialized globally by Solos Endoscopy.

By Andy Choi 19 Mar 2012

GigOptix Announces Mass Production of GX6255 Single Channel Driver

GigOptix, a supplier of optical components and semiconductor, has declared that its GX6255, a surface-mounted 8Vpp Mach-Zehnder Modulator (MZM) single ended driver, is now being produced in large scale.

By Andy Choi 19 Mar 2012

Boulder’s Double Helix to Develop 3D Super-Resolution Imaging Technology

Boulder’s Double Helix has entered into a unique option agreement with the University of Colorado, through which Double Helix can develop an innovative technique for 3D super-resolution imaging.

By Andy Choi 19 Mar 2012

New Technique for Fabricating Optically Active 3D Structures

A team of international researchers led by Professor Tim Liedl, a LMU physicist, has developed novel, optically active, three-dimensional structures based on the structure of DNAs. DNA strands act as scaffolds for bonding gold nanoparticles in predestined patterns.

By Andy Choi 17 Mar 2012

Invitro Synthesis of Microlens Arrays

A team of researchers at the Max Planck Institute of Colloids and Interfaces, together with multiple university partners, developed a simple synthesis process for microlens arrays, unique micro-optical devices.

By Andy Choi 17 Mar 2012

Advances in European Laser Research Consortium

LASERLAB-EUROPE, an association of key laser research institutions of Europe are engaged in a new phase of collaboration on 15 March in Bratislava. Guests of this event included representatives of the Slovak Government, the European Commission, and the Slovak Academy of Sciences.

By Andy Choi 17 Mar 2012

Solitary Waves Enable Light Dispersion through Waveguide

A Chinese team, through experiments determines the presence of multiple solitary optical waves that can split optical beams.

By Andy Choi 17 Mar 2012

One Stop Green Supplies Plumen Energy-Efficient Designer Light Bulbs

One Stop Green offers Plumen Energy Saving Designer Light Bulbs now available in the market. The vibrant and aesthetic design of Plumen surpasses the old appearance of existing low energy bulbs. The elegant structural design of Plumen makes it a center of attraction.

By Andy Choi 17 Mar 2012

Kenall Unveils New MedMaster Luminaire Options for Medical Exam Lighting

Kenall introduces new MedMaster Motorized Exam luminaire, which provides flexible ambient and exam lighting.

By Andy Choi 17 Mar 2012

Infocast to Host Smart Lighting Partnering Summit

Infocast will conduct its second annual Smart Lighting Partnering Summit at Santa Clara’s Network Meeting Center at Techmart, between April 2 and 3, 2012. Significant structural transformation is being expected in roadway, street and outdoor lighting.

By Andy Choi 17 Mar 2012

Specialized X-Ray Lasers Unveil Magnet’s Inner Capabilities and Function

Researchers from the University of Colorado Boulder and the National Institute of Standards and Technology have succeeded in discovering the magnet’s inner capabilities using specialized X-ray lasers that serve as rapid source of light. This discovery will contribute to smarter and faster computers.

By Andy Choi 17 Mar 2012