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Using New "Lab on a Chip" Technology Developers Hope to Conduct DNA Test On the Spot

James Landers hopes to create a hand-held device that may eventually allow physicians, crime scene investigators, pharmacists, even the general public to quickly and inexpensively conduct DNA tests from almost anywhere, without need for a complex and expensive central laboratory.

22 Sep 2008

Scientists Uncover Bees Potential to Mediate Genetically Engineered Material Over Several Kilometres

A study by scientists from the Nairobi-headquartered international research centre icipe, in collaboration with the French Institut de Recherche pour le Développement (IRD) has established that bees have the potenti...

22 Sep 2008

Breakthrough in Drug Manufacturing with New Technology Providing High Quality Images of Crystallisation Process

A technology which provides high quality images of the crystallisation process marks the next step towards a ‘right first time’ approach to drug manufacture, according to engineers at the University of Leeds....

22 Sep 2008

NMB Technologies Launch New High Efficiency Brushless dc Motors for Material Handling Industries

NMB Technologies Corporation introduces a new line of high efficiency brushless dc motors ideally suited for the medical, industrial, packaging and material handling industries. Available in sizes ranging from 15mm t...

22 Sep 2008

Students Develop Automated Sun Tracking Solar Power Panels Wins Top Honors

A team of five students who designed a system that could allow solar power panels to track the sun without motors or control systems won top honors Thursday, and a check for $10,000, in the finals of a competition aimed at developing innovative energy technologies.

22 Sep 2008

Samco Machinery Signs Agreement for Global Expansion of Roll Forming Business

Samco Machinery, creators of top quality roll formers used worldwide, expands their business to accommodate international markets. Recently Samco visited India and entered into a contract to supply a Tata subsidiary with...

22 Sep 2008

Integrating Sophisticated Medical Technologies Help Improve Healthcare and Reduce Costs

Integrating sophisticated medical technologies for patient monitoring with advanced information systems and clinical expertise has the potential to significantly improve medical care while lowering treatment costs. T...

22 Sep 2008

Joint Research Uncovers Extent of microRNAs Role in Regulating Living Cells

A team of scientists at IBM and the Genome Institute of Singapore (GIS) have discovered that microRNAs --small molecules that are an important regulatory component in the machinery of living cells -- actually regulate th...

22 Sep 2008

Development of New Autonomous Wheelchair Help Guide the Way

MIT researchers are developing a new kind of autonomous wheelchair that can learn all about the locations in a given building, and then take its occupant to a given place in response to a verbal command.

22 Sep 2008

European Robotic Research Network Takes the Lead in Future Robotic Applications

Europe is the world leader for industrial robotics, but its leading corporations and research institute’s need to co-operate more closely to ensure that the continent also leads the world in future robotic applicat...

22 Sep 2008

BASF Announce Reduction in Polystyrene Production

As of October 1, 2008, BASF will be cutting back its production of polystyrene in Europe by 25 percent. The reason for this step is the diminished demand for the standard plastic polystyrene, a development that can b...

19 Sep 2008

Introducing Unique Nanostructures for the Development of Greener Chemical Reactors

Unique nanostructures which respond to stimuli, such as pH, heat and light will pave the way for safer, greener and more efficient chemical reactors. Being developed by a consortium of UK universities, the nanostructu...

19 Sep 2008

BASF Establish New Training Center for Automotive Spray Painting Professionals

The training center will further strengthen BASF Coatings’ competencies in providing enhanced refinish coatings solutions – high quality products bundled with the best application techniques and training.

19 Sep 2008

QinetiQ Release New Software Tool to Help Aviators Reduce Fuel and Flight Time

A new software tool that allows pilots to easily adjust altitude settings based on a visual display of wind data is helping aviators to reduce fuel use and mission time. Called Vertical Visual Optimiser (VVO), the so...

From QinetiQ 19 Sep 2008

The PRIMA Very Large Telescope Interferometer (VLTI) Saw "First Light"

The PRIMA instrument of the ESO Very Large Telescope Interferometer (VLTI) recently saw "first light" at its new home atop Cerro Paranal in Chile. When fully operational, PRIMA will boost the capabilities o...

19 Sep 2008

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

In recent years, the IoT is rapidly being introduced into almost all sectors, but it has particular importance in the EV industry.

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Using New "Lab on a Chip" Technology Developers Hope to Conduct DNA Test On the Spot

Scientists Uncover Bees Potential to Mediate Genetically Engineered Material Over Several Kilometres

Breakthrough in Drug Manufacturing with New Technology Providing High Quality Images of Crystallisation Process

NMB Technologies Launch New High Efficiency Brushless dc Motors for Material Handling Industries

Students Develop Automated Sun Tracking Solar Power Panels Wins Top Honors

Samco Machinery Signs Agreement for Global Expansion of Roll Forming Business

Integrating Sophisticated Medical Technologies Help Improve Healthcare and Reduce Costs

Joint Research Uncovers Extent of microRNAs Role in Regulating Living Cells

Development of New Autonomous Wheelchair Help Guide the Way

European Robotic Research Network Takes the Lead in Future Robotic Applications

BASF Announce Reduction in Polystyrene Production

Introducing Unique Nanostructures for the Development of Greener Chemical Reactors

BASF Establish New Training Center for Automotive Spray Painting Professionals

QinetiQ Release New Software Tool to Help Aviators Reduce Fuel and Flight Time

The PRIMA Very Large Telescope Interferometer (VLTI) Saw "First Light"

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

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How can Charge Photometry be Used for Battery Screening and Development?

Comparing Computed Radiography and Digital Detector Arrays

How the RSC is Empowering the Future of Chemical Sciences

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2New Smart Adhesive with Unmatched Strength and Versatility

3Longer-Lasting Catalyst Boosts Hydrogen Production

4New Solid-State Electrolyte Increases the Affordability of Green Energy Storage

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