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UHN Becomes World Leader in Computer Tomography Technology

Today, University Health Network (UHN) became the first institution in the world to have three 320-slice CT scanners, as Toronto Western Hospital's (TWH) scanner began clinical operation. The world's most advanced Computer Tomography technology, the 320-slice CT can cut time-to-treatment by two-thirds for stroke patients, help cancer specialists map tumours for treatment in greater detail than ever before, and allow cardiac disease to be diagnosed with unparalleled confidence.

2 Sep 2008

New Diode Laser Provides Simple and Cost Effective Solution For Industrial, Medical and Dental Applications

JDSU(R) today announced that it has released an enhanced version of its most powerful fiber-coupled diode laser solution, called the 6398-L4i series. The new diode laser is the first of its kind to provide original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) with a simple and cost effective way to protect diodes from destructive power feedback during fiber laser operation.

2 Sep 2008

The Future of Non-Invasive Cardiac Imaging

Imaging has gained attention in many areas of medicine but its relevance and importance in clinical cardiology cannot be underestimated. While chest X-ray and heart radioscopy have been used for many decades, it is the maturation of echocardiography which has propelled non-invasive imaging to the foreground of our diagnostic arsenal in cardiology.

1 Sep 2008

Cutting Edge Laser Offering New Insight into the Tiny World of Activity Taking Place within Cells

Researchers at The University of Nottingham have developed a unique technology that will allow scientists to look at microscopic activity within the body’s chemical messenger system for the very first time, live as it happens.

28 Aug 2008

Forward-Facing Eyes Allow Animals to 'See Through' the Clutter in the World

The advantage of using two eyes to see the world around us has long been associated solely with our capacity to see in 3-D. Now, a new study from a scientist at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute has uncovered a truly eye-opening advantage to binocular vision: our ability to see through things.

28 Aug 2008

Novel Ultrasound Probe Providing Detailed 3-D Images of Soft Tissues

An ultrasound probe small enough to ride along at the tip of a catheter can provide physicians with clearer real-time images of soft tissue without the risks associated with conventional x-ray catheter guidance.

28 Aug 2008

Epson Ships 50 Millionth High-Temperature Polysilicon TFT Panel for 3LCD Projection Systems

Seiko Epson Corporation today announced that it recently shipped its 50 millionth high-temperature polysilicon (HTPS) TFT panel for 3LCD projection systems. Epson has maintained its position as the industry's leading supplier of HTPS panels, the key component in 3LCD projectors, ever since becoming the first manufacturer in the world to launch full-scale volume production of 1.3-inch VGA panels in 1994.

27 Aug 2008

Cambridge Research + Instrumentation Announces Release of Maestro EX In Vivo Imaging System

Cambridge Research + Instrumentation, Inc. (CRi) announces the release of the Maestro(TM) EX In Vivo Imaging System. The new system incorporates CRi's state-of-the-art FLEX technology and becomes the entry-level instrument of choice for in vivo fluorescence imaging.

26 Aug 2008

Research and Markets Announces Availability of Opticians + Optical Goods Market Report

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Opticians + Optical Goods Market Assessment 2008" report to their offering. This Market Assessment report provides an analysis of the opticians and optical goods market, which includes spectacles, contact lenses and solutions, laser eye treatment, private sight tests and general ophthalmic services. It updates a previous Opticians & Optical Goods Market Assessment report published in 2006.

25 Aug 2008

Ultra-Compact F2 SuperGamutNIR Spectral Engine Now Available from AMS Technologies

BaySpec, Inc. has recently released its new ultra-compact F2 SuperGamut(TM) NIR Spectral Engine. The new device is available at AMS Technologies.

22 Aug 2008

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UHN Becomes World Leader in Computer Tomography Technology

New Diode Laser Provides Simple and Cost Effective Solution For Industrial, Medical and Dental Applications

The Future of Non-Invasive Cardiac Imaging

Cutting Edge Laser Offering New Insight into the Tiny World of Activity Taking Place within Cells

Forward-Facing Eyes Allow Animals to 'See Through' the Clutter in the World

Novel Ultrasound Probe Providing Detailed 3-D Images of Soft Tissues

Epson Ships 50 Millionth High-Temperature Polysilicon TFT Panel for 3LCD Projection Systems

Cambridge Research + Instrumentation Announces Release of Maestro EX In Vivo Imaging System

Research and Markets Announces Availability of Opticians + Optical Goods Market Report

Ultra-Compact F2 SuperGamutNIR Spectral Engine Now Available from AMS Technologies

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