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LayTec Award In Situ Monitoring Award to Thin GaP Film Technology

Out of the numerous excellent contributions that applied
for LayTec first In-situ Monitoring Award, an independent
committee recognized the contribution of Henning Döscher
on In-situ quantification of the surface domain structure
of thin GaP films grown on Si(100).

From Laytec - in-situ Monitoring Sensors for Thin-Film Applications 1 Jul 2008

Room Temperature Method for Producing Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles for Semiconductors

Semiconductors have become indispensable for modern technology. For example, oxide semiconductors such as zinc oxide (ZnO) are the materials of choice for transparent conducting layers for blue LEDs, liquid crystal displ...

28 Jun 2008

Potential Risks of Nanomaterials to be Explored

Potential risks from the use of nanomaterials will be explored by three Arizona State University engineering faculty in a project supported by a $400,000 grant from the U.S.Department of Energy Office of Biological and Environmental Research.

28 Jun 2008

Reducing Costs for Industrial Boiling Applications Using Invisible Nanomaterials

A new study from researchers at Polytechnic Institute shows that by adding an invisible layer of the nanomaterials to the bottom of a metal vessel, an order of magnitude less energy is required to bring water to boil.

28 Jun 2008

New Nanoreactor Reduce Energy Use for Zinc Oxide Semicondutor Production

27 Jun 2008

Unusual Phenomenon May Influence Estimated Lifetime of Nanoscale Electronics

Using an ultra-fast method of measuring how a transistor switches from the “off” to the “on” state, researchers at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) recently reported that ...

26 Jun 2008

Photoresists for Next Generation Semiconductors More Sensitive than First Believed

Researchers at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) have confirmed that the photoresists used in next-generation semiconductor manufacturing processes now under development are twice as sensitive as previously believed.

26 Jun 2008

New Process for Building Compled 3-D Nanostructures of Magnetic Materials

Materials scientists at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) have developed a process to build complex, three-dimensional nanoscale structures of magnetic materials such as nickel or nickel-iron alloys using techniques compatible with standard semiconductor manufacturing.

26 Jun 2008

MIT Polymer Expert Scores $500,000 Prize

A well-recognized chemist and polymer expert, DeSimone has uniquely applied his skills to the development of groundbreaking solutions in green manufacturing, and promising applications in gene therapy and drug delivery, as well as medical devices. For his pioneering inventions, lab-to-marketplace entrepreneurship and commitment to mentorship, DeSimone has been awarded this year's $500,000 Lemelson-MIT Prize.

26 Jun 2008

Diamond Technologies Receive More Orders for HFCVD Diamond Reactors

Gaining momentum from recent orders and installations, sp3 Diamond Technologies, Inc. (sp3), a leading supplier of diamond film products, equipment and services, today announced two new orders for its Model 650 hot filam...

25 Jun 2008

Editorial Highlights

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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LayTec Award In Situ Monitoring Award to Thin GaP Film Technology

Room Temperature Method for Producing Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles for Semiconductors

Potential Risks of Nanomaterials to be Explored

Reducing Costs for Industrial Boiling Applications Using Invisible Nanomaterials

New Nanoreactor Reduce Energy Use for Zinc Oxide Semicondutor Production

Unusual Phenomenon May Influence Estimated Lifetime of Nanoscale Electronics

Photoresists for Next Generation Semiconductors More Sensitive than First Believed

New Process for Building Compled 3-D Nanostructures of Magnetic Materials

MIT Polymer Expert Scores $500,000 Prize

Diamond Technologies Receive More Orders for HFCVD Diamond Reactors

Ensuring Battery Material Quality at Every Step

Understanding Cryogenics and Vibration Isolation in Scientific Instruments

Eliminating Contaminants: How Advanced Analytics Improve Battery Quality

How the PDM3700 Helps You Stay Compliant with Real-Time Dust Monitoring

RXT Series: Reliance® Legacy Motors

SM-92100EUVC: Excimer UV Cleaner

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Detecting Sulfur Compounds During Oxidation

How to Measure RIE Lag in Deep Trenches Using 3D Optical Profiling

The Critical Role of Large Motors in Energy Infrastructure Evolution

Peering Beneath the Surface: Exploring Earth Materials with the Thermo Scientific Quattro ESEM

Editorial Highlights

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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Ensuring Battery Material Quality at Every Step

Understanding Cryogenics and Vibration Isolation in Scientific Instruments

Eliminating Contaminants: How Advanced Analytics Improve Battery Quality

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2Water Heaters Could Revolutionize Thermal Energy Storage

3Citrine Informatics to Provide AI for DARPA INTACT Program, Revolutionizing Ceramic Toughness

4Advanced Ion-Selective Membranes Boost Clean Energy Systems

5Stronger, Cheaper Titanium a 'Leap Forward' for Industry

6Composite Tubes Enable Geothermal Energy Storage

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