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New Olympus Application Note Explores New Avenues in Organic Solar Cell Research

Moving towards the sustainable manufacture of photovoltaics, Dr Manuela Schiek’s research group at the University of Oldenburg, Germany has discovered how the quick and non-destructive nature of the Olympus LEXT OLS4100 high-resolution analysis and stitching function capabilities have enhanced their research.

From Evident Corporation - Industrial Microscopy 4 Sep 2014

Micromeritics to Participate in Pharmaceutical Material Testing Technique Training in a Unique Undergraduate Program Offered by The University of Georgia College of Pharmacy

The Department of Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Sciences, College of Pharmacy at the University of Georgia has developed a new B.S. Pharmaceutical Sciences undergraduate program that provides specialized training for the...

From Micromeritics Instrument Corporation 4 Sep 2014

Nordson DAGE Launches the Xi3400 Automated X-ray Inspection System

Nordson DAGE, a division of Nordson Corporation (NASDAQ: NDSN), announces the launch of its Xi3400 Automated X-ray Inspection System (AXI) during NEPCON South China held in Shenzhen 26-28 August 2014.

From Nordson DAGE 4 Sep 2014

NASA to Test 3D Printer in Zero-Gravity

A customized 3D printer that allows fabrication of all necessary tools and components required for a space mission will be sent to the International Space Station aboard the SpaceX-4 resupply mission this month.

By Will Soutter 4 Sep 2014

ZEISS Offers New Autoloader for 3D X-ray Imaging

ZEISS announces automated sample handling for ZEISS Xradia Versa 3D X-ray microscopes (XRM) for submicron imaging. XRM Autoloader helps gain critical efficiency and maximizes utilization of Xradia Versa systems by reducing user-instrument interaction. Sample batches can be run throughout the workday, overnight, and even during typically under-used weekend time.

From Xradia 4 Sep 2014

Intricate 3D Printed Jewelry Designs from Stratasys and Jenny Wu Partnership

Jenny Wu, designer from an architect firm Oyler Wu Collaborative in association with a global provider of 3D printing solutions, Stratasys, launched 3D printed LACE jewelry collection that includes a range of products like rings and necklaces. Designed based on line geometry, the products are innovative and detailed creating a bold statement when worn on the body.

From Stratasys Ltd. 4 Sep 2014

Magnetic Nanoparticles and Polymer Fiber Probes for Treating Neurological Disorders

A group of scientists led by Polina Anikeeva, AMAX Assistant Professor in Materials Science and Engineering, recently developed polymer-based neural probes and magnetic nanoparticles to treat neural disorders like paralysis and Parkinson’s by stimulating the nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord.

By Alessandro Pirolini 4 Sep 2014

Unbalanced Tendons

Imaging the noncentrosymmetric structural organization of tendon with Interferometric Second Harmonic Generation microscopy reveals that its structure is made of domains in which the ratio between fibrils with positive a...

From John Wiley and Sons - Scientific Publishers 3 Sep 2014

XEI Scientific to Feature Evactron® ES De-Contaminator™ at IMC 2014 Prague

The new Evactron ES Plasma De-Contaminator is specifically designed for SEM, FIB, x-ray, and high vacuum manufacturers.

From XEI Scientific 3 Sep 2014

G-Heat Receives Investment from Cientifica PLC for Development of Graphene Based Heating

G-Heat Ltd, the Yorkshire based developer of graphene-based heating products, announces that it has received a significant investment from AIM-listed Cientifica PLC (CTFA). G-Heat’s proprietary graphene based te...

From G-Heat Ltd. 3 Sep 2014

Lucideon is Testing the Suitability of EWI Systems for the Refurbishment of Park Homes

Lucideon, the international provider of materials development, testing and assurance, and formerly known as Ceram, has begun testing External Wall Insulation (EWI) systems to ascertain their suitability for park home ref...

3 Sep 2014

Cytec to Present its Recent Advances in Material Technologies for Cost Effective Mass Production of Light Weight Carbon Fiber Structures

Cytec Industries Inc. will be presenting at the upcoming SPE Automotive Composites Conference and Exhibition 9-11 September 2014, Novi, Michigan. Alexander Aucken, Cytec’s Global Automotive Market Sector Manager...

3 Sep 2014

Ersa Introduces First Compact 80W Soldering Station

The i-CON NANO is the first, ultra-compact 80W industrial soldering station in the world. It has a footprint of only 145 x 80 mm (5,7 x 3,1").

3 Sep 2014

Practical, Effective Method to Optimize Transparency and Conductivity of Oxide Layers

Errors in the atomic structure of transparent conducting oxide (TCO) layers used in solar cells and touchscreens affect their conductivity and transparency. These errors can now be identified and removed using a practical and efficient approach developed by Fraunhofer researchers.

By Stuart Milne 3 Sep 2014

NPL Measures Largest K'NEX Structure Ever Built Using Interlocking Plastic Rods

Based on the measurements taken by the National Physical Laboratory (NPL), Guinness World Records confirmed that a life-sized K'NEX model of the Bloodhound Supersonic Car (SSC) was the largest structure ever constructed using the K'NEX construction toy system.

3 Sep 2014