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Glass and Fiber Optic Products Have High Demand in Construction, Auto and Other Sectors

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11 Mar 2010

TECNIS Multifocal Lens Now Available for Cataract Surgery

Abbott announced today it has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for the TECNIS® Multifocal 1-Piece intraocular lens (IOL) for cataract patients with and without presbyopia.

11 Mar 2010

Asia Pacific Biometrics Market Still in Growth Stage

The Asia Pacific biometrics market has made hay against the background of escalating security concerns in the region.

11 Mar 2010

International Symposium Highlights Advances in Spectroscopy

In collaboration with the Geoscience and Remote Sensing Society (GRSS), a member organization of the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE), ASD Inc. helped define the state-of-the-art in the growing field of spectroscopy during the Art, Science and Applications of Reflectance Spectroscopy Symposium held here last week.

11 Mar 2010

SOFI Project Employs GigOptix's Electro-Optic Polymer

GigOptix-Helix AG, subsidiary of Palo Alto, CA based GigOptix Inc. (OTCBB: GGOX), a fabless semiconductor company, that provides electronic engines for the optically connected digital world and other advanced radio frequency (RF) applications today announced that they will participate in the European Union funded project Silicon-Organic Hybrid Fabrication Platform for Integrated Circuits (“SOFI”).

11 Mar 2010

Supply of Germanium and Indium Feedstocks for Firebird's Semi-Finished Optics

5N Plus Inc. (TSX:VNP), a leading producer and provider of high-purity metals and compounds for electronic applications, is pleased to announce that its wholly-owned subsidiary Firebird Technologies Inc. ("Firebird") has entered into long-term supply agreements for germanium and indium feedstocks with Teck Metals Ltd. ("Teck"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Teck Resources Ltd., a world-leading producer of base metals and minor metals.

10 Mar 2010

OfficeMax Introduces ENGAGE Wireless Optical Mouse

OfficeMax® , a leader in office products and services, is introducing the company's first high-tech private label product line under the brand name ENGAGE™, featuring innovative and affordable technology products and accessories that reflect its tagline – Connect to the Future of Computer Technology.

10 Mar 2010

InSight Iris Recognition System with DaonEngine Offers High Accuracy Authentication

AOptix Technologies, Inc., (AOptix) (www.aoptix.com), a leading edge developer of advanced iris biometrics products and long-distance wireless optical communications solutions, today announced it has signed a partnership agreement with Daon, a leading provider of identity assurance software products, to participate in the DaonAdvantage™ Program.

10 Mar 2010

GrowthGate Finalizes Acquisition Agreement with IrisGuard

GrowthGate, the GCC-based specialist buyout firm, announced that it has reached a final agreement to acquire 30% of IrisGuard, a world leader in iris recognition technologies (IRT).

10 Mar 2010

New Eco Exit Photoluminescent Signs for Architects and Building Owners

Jessup Manufacturing Company has introduced a new Glo Brite® Eco Exit™ PM100 sign that is approved for outdoor and wet applications, as well as being suitable for floor proximity installation.

10 Mar 2010

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