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NEC Display Solutions Unveils 55-Inch LCD Display Model

NEC Display Solutions of America has expanded its P Series of large-screen displays with the introduction of a 55" model called the P552.

By Andy Choi 8 Feb 2012

Researchers Harness Plasmonics to Weld Nanowires

A Stanford University research team has developed a novel technique based on the physics of plasmonics to weld nanowires using a simple light blast, paving the way to develop easy and large-area processing methods for electronic devices such as LEDs, thin-film solar cells and touch-screen displays.

By Andy Choi 8 Feb 2012

Taiwanese LED Manufacturer Selects TurboDisc K465i MOCVD Tool

Veeco Instruments, a manufacturer of process equipment for developing and producing hard disk drives, solar cells, LEDs and other devices, has announced the selection of its gallium nitride (GaN) Metal Organic Chemical Vapor Deposition (MOCVD) System called TurboDisc K465i by Epistar for growing light emitting diodes (LEDs) on silicon substrates.

From Veeco 8 Feb 2012

Linkam High Temperature Microscope Stage Being Used to Investigate Temperature Dependent Spectral Measurements

Market leaders in temperature controlled microscopy, Linkam Scientific Instruments, report on the work of Dr Sharath Sriram, a Research Fellow at RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia. He uses Linkam specialist temperature stages with micro-Raman spectroscopy systems to investigate temperature dependent spectral measurements.

7 Feb 2012

Photonex Organizers to Hold Regional Roadshows for Photonics Researchers

Following on from numerous requests from industry, organiser of Photonex, Xmark Media, is organising a series of one day regional roadshows that facilitate face-to-face discussions with scientists and researchers who work with the latest tools and techniques in the world of photonics. The first meeting will be held at Imperial College, London on Thursday 26th April.

7 Feb 2012

Researchers Develop Optical Fiber with Integrated, High-Speed Electronic Functions

A team of physicists, engineers and chemists has developed a new approach where crystalline materials facilitate optical fibers to have integrated, high-speed electronic functions.

By Andy Choi 7 Feb 2012

Ardmore Animal Hospital Provides Innovative Laser Surgery for Pets

Established since 1937, Ardmore Animal Hospital was one of the premier hospitals in the U.S. to achieve laser surgery on pets from The Main Line.

By Andy Choi 7 Feb 2012

Henry's Camera Offers Pentax's K-01 K-Mount Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera

A new mirrorless interchangeable lens camera has been designed by one of the renowned contemporary designers, Marc Newson. The PENTAX K-01 offers a comprehensive range of superior functions such as a 16 MP CMOS image sensor with high-speed burst shooting, multiple aspect ratios and low image noise, a Full HD video recording and an extra-wide sensitivity range, incorporated inside the camera body with elegant structure and versatile function.

By Andy Choi 7 Feb 2012

Optimized Radio Resource Manager to Seamlessly View Videos on Smartphones

Scientists from the Heinrich-Hertz-Institut (HHI), the Fraunhofer Institute for Telecommunications, will present their optimized Radio Resource Managers at the GSMA Mobile World Congress to be held from February 27 to March 1, 2012 in Barelona.

From Fraunhofer USA, Inc. 7 Feb 2012

CineMassive Displays Unveils New Line of Ultra-Slim Bezel LCD Video Wall Displays

CineMassive Displays has unveiled its CineView series of ultra-slim bezel LCD video wall displays. This next-generation video wall LCD platform offers optimum reliability in round-the-clock, mission-critical applications.

By Andy Choi 7 Feb 2012

Animal Clinic Uses Vetscope Rigid Endoscope to Maintain Pets’ Ear Health

Animal Hospital of Onslow County located in Jacksonville is using an advanced Vetscope Rigid Endoscope to investigate and carry out minor medical surgeries on pets’ ears.

By Andy Choi 7 Feb 2012

Diagnostic Imaging Northwest Introduces Extremity 1.5 Tesla MRI Scanner

Diagnostic Imaging Northwest (DINW) has declared the launch of a new, advanced MRI system called the extremity 1.5 Tesla MRI scanner.

By Andy Choi 6 Feb 2012

Gamma Scientific’s LED Testing Solutions to be Displayed at Strategies in Light

Gamma Scientific, renowned for its leadership in light measurement since 50 years, will exhibit its comprehensive LED test and measurement solutions at the Strategies in Light conference, to be held between February 7 and 9, 2012 at Santa Clara, CA.

From Gamma Scientific 6 Feb 2012

MIT Researchers Develop High-Temperature Photonic Crystals

A group of researchers at MIT has developed a method of creating a high-temperature version of photonic crystals by using metals like tantalum or tungsten. Proficient to operate at temperatures up to 120000C, the new materials can employ portable electronic device-based applications, spacecraft to probe deep space, and new infrared light emitters functioning as sensors and chemical detectors.

By Andy Choi 6 Feb 2012

Comprehensive Report on Global Endoscopy Market

Research and Markets has declared the availability of a new report titled, “Global Endoscopy Market Report: 2011 Edition”. The worldwide endoscopy market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 13.2% from 2011 to 2014.

By Andy Choi 6 Feb 2012