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Physicists Demonstrate Quantum Process Using Trapped Ions

A team of physicists headed by Christian Roos and Rainer Blatt from the Institute of Quantum Optics and Quantum Information of the Austrian Academy of Sciences realize a quantum walk in a quantum system with up to 23 steps.

10 Mar 2010

AT+T Extends 3G Fiber-Optic Network in New Hampshire

AT&T today announced the expansion of its third generation (3G) mobile broadband network in New Hampshire, opening the door to a new era of mobile services, devices and feature-rich audio and video content for customers in Amherst, Bedford, Brookline, Hollis, Lyndeborough, Manchester, Mason, Merrimack, Milford, Mount Vernon and Wilton within Hillsborough County as well as Brentwood, Candia, Chester, Deerfield, East Kingston, Epping, Fremont, Kensington, Kingston, Newmarket, Northwood, Nottingham, Raymond and Sandown within Rockingham County.

10 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

Princeton Team Use Confocal Microscopy to Study Embryonic Development

A Princeton University-led research team has discovered that protein competition over an important enzyme provides a mechanism to integrate different signals that direct early embryonic development.

10 Mar 2010

Samsung Launches Eight New Plasma HDTVs; Six Models Feature 3D capabilities

Samsung Electronics America Inc., a market leader and award-winning innovator in consumer electronics, today announced the U.S. availability and pricing of its 2010 portfolio of Ultra-Slim Plasma HDTVs, with three series ranging from 50 inches to 63 inches.

10 Mar 2010

Intevac Photonics to Supply Digital Night Vision Camera Modules for NATO Customer

Intevac Photonics, a subsidiary of Intevac, Inc. (Nasdaq:IVAC) announced today it has received a multi-year $18 million Purchasing Agreement for its digital night vision camera module from a NATO customer.

10 Mar 2010

New Samsung eReader Features EMR Stylus Pen and 6” E-Ink Display

Samsung Electronics America, Inc., a market leader and award-winning innovator in consumer electronics, announced today the imminent availability of its first-ever eReader product for the US market.

10 Mar 2010

ArcSoft to Demonstrate Embedded Imaging Technologies at 2010 CP+ Show

ArcSoft, Inc., a leading provider of innovative multimedia technologies and applications, will be presenting its Embedded Imaging Technologies at the 2010 Camera and Photo Imaging Show (CP+).

10 Mar 2010

Samsung Announces Global Availability of Full HD 3D LED TV; Expands Strategic Alliance with DreamWorks

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., a market leader and award-winning innovator in consumer electronics, today made another stride toward redefining the home entertainment experience by officially announcing the world’s first-available Full HD 3D LED TV and full lineup of 3D home entertainment products to consumers worldwide.

10 Mar 2010

austriamicrosystems Unveils New LED Flash Driver

austriamicrosystems (SIX: AMS), a leading global designer and manufacturer of high performance analog ICs today announced the AS3645 LED flash driver.

10 Mar 2010

New Samsung LED TVs Soon Hit Retail Stores

Samsung Electronics America, Inc., a market leader and award-winning innovator in consumer electronics, today announced the U.S. availability and pricing of its award-winning LED HDTVs.

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

GWS Technologies to Deliver Solar Panels, Other Energy Products to CHS Farms

GWS Technologies, Inc. (OTCBB: GWSC), an alternative energy company developing renewable energy solutions, announced today that it will start supplying CHS Farms LLC with wind turbines, solar panels, and hydro electric generators.

10 Mar 2010

Cyalume Lightstick Seen as Alternative to Traditional Signal Flares

The common signal flare is an ever-present staple of traffic, railroad, and marine safety. Yet while most consider it an effective device, its high concentrations of perchlorate and other phosphorous chemicals have prompted many police and fire departments to question its safety and look to viable, environmentally friendly alternatives.

10 Mar 2010