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Experimental Physicists Refute Non-Contextual Quantum Models

In comparison to classical physics, quantum physics predicts that the properties of a quantum mechanical system depend on the measurement context, i.e. whether or not other system measurements are carried out.

22 Jul 2009

Executive Chairman of Nanobusiness Alliance Commends Senator Kerry for Leadership in Introducing National Nanotechnology Initiative

NanoBusiness Alliance, the industry association for the emerging nanotechnology industry, announces Executive Chairman Sean Murdock today commended Senator John Kerry (D-MA) for his leadership in introducing the National...

22 Jul 2009

Synopsys Announces Galaxy Implementation Platform Supports TSMC's 28-Nanometer Process Technology With Reference Flow 10.0

Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ:SNPS) , a world leader in software and IP for semiconductor design, verification and manufacturing, today announced that the Galaxy(TM) Implementation Platform supports TSMC's 28-nanometer (nm)...

From TSMC Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company 22 Jul 2009

First Auriga Crossbeam Electron/Ion Microscope Officially Put into Service at LMU

The first Carl Zeiss AURIGA™ CrossBeam® electron/ion microscope was officially put into service today at the Ludwig-Maximilians University (LMU) in Munich. There is considerable global interest in this system, which was introduced only four months ago.

From Carl Zeiss Microscopy GmbH 22 Jul 2009

Scientists Found Method of Attaching Molecules to Semiconducting Silicon

Scientists at Rice University and North Carolina State University have found a method of attaching molecules to semiconducting silicon that may help manufacturers reach beyond the current limits of Moore's Law as they make microprocessors both smaller and more powerful.

22 Jul 2009

Interaction Between Colloidal Materials and Artificial Cells

Applying biological molecules from cell membranes to the surfaces of artificial materials is opening peepholes on the very basics of cell-to-cell interaction.

22 Jul 2009

Music Driving Experimental Samples Through Lab-on-a-Chip

Music, rather than electromechanical valves, can drive experimental samples through a lab-on-a-chip in a new system developed at the University of Michigan. This development could significantly simplify the process of co...

22 Jul 2009

Producing Non-Metallic Inorganic Materials under Environmental Conditions

Oxide ceramics like zinc oxide, zirconia or titania can be used in photovoltaic or fuel cells and as very scratch-resistant coatings. These functional materials - non-metallic inorganic solids - are produced with a very high effort in terms of process engineering and at high temperatures and/or pressure.

22 Jul 2009

Inauguration of the International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory

Paving the way for nanotechnology research across the globe, the International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL) was officially inaugurated Friday, pushing Europe to the forefront of the field. Among those in atten...

22 Jul 2009

Research Grant to Develop Atomically and Molecularly Structured Surfaces

Carnegie Mellon University's Andrew J. Gellman will use a $2 million research grant from the Department of Energy to continue developing atomically and molecularly structured surfaces that will have an enormous impac...

22 Jul 2009

NREL Wins Three Prestigious R+D 100 Awards

An ultra-accelerated weathering system, a parabolic trough solar concentrating collector, and a microbattery - all developed in partnership with the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) - were honored today as top 100 innovations for 2009 by R+D Magazine.

22 Jul 2009

Titan Platform Designed to Deliver First-Time-Right, Predictable Mixed-Signal Silicon

Magma(r) Design Automation Inc. (Nasdaq:LAVA), a provider of chip design software, today announced that TSMC has qualified Magma's Titan(tm) mixed-signal platform to support the interoperability and accuracy requirem...

22 Jul 2009

Scientists Enlisting the Help of Viruses and Bacteria in Copper Mining

Researchers often make progress by applying a proven scientific method from one realm to another, connecting seemingly disparate disciplines. Such interdisciplinary approaches are powerful tools in the drive for scientific innovation.

22 Jul 2009

New Nano-Silver Skin Gel May Help Improve Treatment of Burns

Scientists in India are reporting successful laboratory tests of a new and potentially safer alternative to silver-based gels applied to the skin of burn patients to treat infections. With names like silver sulfadiazine and silver nitrate, these germ-fighters save lives and speed healing.

22 Jul 2009

Sunovia Energy and EPIR Awarded Second Department of Energy Contract

Sunovia Energy Technologies, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: SUNV) and its partner EPIR Technologies, Inc. announced today the United States Department of Energy has awarded a second contract to EPIR Technologies to provide im...

22 Jul 2009