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New Imaging Method Exposes “Burst” of Activity Prior to Cell Death

Examining the movement of minute cells is not an easy task. For chromatin, the group of RNA, DNA, and protein macromolecules packed within genome, motion is an essential part of its active role as a regulator of how human genes get repressed or expressed.

12 Apr 2019

e-con Systems Launches the Conversa - Full HD USB 3.0 Camera with Stereo Microphone

e-con Systems Inc., a leading camera solutions company, today launched Conversa (See3CAM_CU38) - 3.4MP Custom Lens fixed focus USB 3.0 (UVC/UAC) camera with built-in stereo microphone for crystal clear sound.

From e-con Systems, Inc 12 Apr 2019

Official Length of One Second Could Soon be Redefined by the Use of Optical Clock

Scientists have measured the ticking of an optical clock with accuracy like never before and have also demonstrated that it is possible to operate the clock unmatched consistency.

12 Apr 2019

Custom-Built Laser System Reveals Cells that Play a Role in Brain Disorders

Schizophrenia and Alzheimer’s disease are some of the most widespread brain maladies and have been linked with issues in cells that hold a type of protein, known as parvalbumin.

10 Apr 2019

optical control Brings Component Counter with Automatic Loading/Unloading to SMTconnect

optical control GmbH & Co. KG is pleased to announce that it will exhibit at SMTconnect, scheduled to take place May 7-9, 2019 at the NurnbergMesse GmbH in Nuremberg, Germany.

10 Apr 2019

3D Imaging and Metrology System for Submicron-Level Accurate Measurements

This is an automated optical 3D imaging and metrology system for submicron level accurate measurements on any material. It is a stand-alone system used in state-of-the-art R&D laboratories, smart manufacturing, and quality control.

From EVT Eye Vision Technology 10 Apr 2019

Compact IR Cameras with Industrial Accessories

Optris Compact Line with water cooled housing, air purge unit and shutter.

From Optris GmbH & Co. KG 10 Apr 2019

New OmniVision Automotive Image Sensor Provides Industry’s Smallest Package and Best Value for Cabin Monitoring Segment

OmniVision Technologies, Inc., a leading developer of advanced digital imaging solutions, today announced the OV2778 automotive image sensor, which provides the best value of any 2MP RGB-IR sensor for cabin- and occupant...

From OmniVision Technologies, Inc. 9 Apr 2019

Next generation confocal platform for super-resolution live cell imaging in multicolor

World-leading designer and manufacturer of innovative microscope solutions, Leica Microsystems, has announced the launch of a new generation of its leading SP8 confocal microscope platform, now with built-in LIGHTNING de...

From Leica Microsystems GmbH 9 Apr 2019

Simple Mid-Infrared Laser Source Could Help Detect Pollution or Molecules Found in a Person's Breath

EPFL researchers have created a unique middle infrared light source that is capable of detecting greenhouse and other kinds of gases, and also molecules present in a person’s breath.

5 Apr 2019

Spin Lasers May Potentially Accelerate Data Transfer in Optical Fiber Cables

Engineers at Ruhr-Universität Bochum have created a unique concept for fast data transfer via optical fiber cables. In present-day systems, a laser conveys light signals via the cables and information is coded in the variety of light intensity.

5 Apr 2019

Scientists Use “Optical Tweezers” to Trap Single, Neutral Rubidium Atoms

The concept of trapping single atoms can be applied to herding cats, which makes scientists at the University of Colorado Boulder skilled feline wranglers.

4 Apr 2019

AGM Highlights European Photonics Leading Position

This year's Photonics PPP annual gathering, at the Musées Royaux des Beaux-Arts, began by highlighting the strong position of European photonics.

4 Apr 2019

Testing Radiation Resistance Without Using a Nuclear Reactor

The University of Huddersfield’s combined electron microscope and ion beam accelerator is a world-class facility responsible for a large and growing global network of research collaborations.

4 Apr 2019

EVT at the Control 2019

With the Machine Learning Tool “Homogeneity Inspector” the EyeVision software can detect defects on structured surfaces and that completely without previous configuration.

From EVT Eye Vision Technology 3 Apr 2019