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Solving the Limitations of Current Visual Field Tests

Visual field tests are widely used by eye doctors and neurologists. By determining the health of the retina, optic nerve and the visual pathway throughout the brain, the test can uncover glaucoma and conditions such as optic neuritis or brain damage. Essential to undergo before one can drive a car or fly a plane, the visual field test is also used to pinpoint neurological damage after an accident or surgery.

9 Aug 2008

A New Type of Scanning Electron Microscope Developed by Hitichi

Hitachi High-Technologies Corporation has developed the SU8000, a new type of Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope (FE-SEM) that features a newly developed top detector. The SU8000 was introduced on August 1.

7 Aug 2008

Scientists Developed Biologically Active and Biodegradable Optical Devices

Imagine an edible optical sensor that could be placed in produce bags to detect harmful levels of bacteria and consumed right along with the veggies. Or an implantable device that would monitor glucose in your blood for a year, then dissolve.

7 Aug 2008

Sony Cyber-Shot Taking the Lead in Developing Intelligent Cameras

Sony is making the grade with the introduction of the stylish Cyber-shot(R) DSC-T700 and DSC-T77 digital cameras with "intelligent" shooting functions.

7 Aug 2008

Scientists Created Imaging Device with Layout Based on the Human Eye

By combining stretchable optoelectronics and biologically inspired design, scientists have created a remarkable imaging device, with a layout based on the human eye.

6 Aug 2008

Innolume to Enhance Production Marketing Activities for Quantum Dot Laser Products

Innolume, the leading provider of quantum dot (QD) laser diodes and modules covering the 1000 nm to 1320 nm optical spectrum, today announced that it secured a Series C round of financing for €8.6 million. The round was led by S-Group Capital Management Limited (SGCM) with Applied Ventures, LLC joining as a new investor.

4 Aug 2008

LED Light to Transform and Energize Lives

iinnLight Technologies, the emerging leader in optimizing light to transform and energize lives, today launched iinnLight Pro(TM), its debut product for the spa industry that enables spas and wellness centers to powerfully contribute to the wellness revolution by delivering the world's first Molecular Massage(TM) while providing a new therapy option to increase profits.

4 Aug 2008

Engineers Using a New Material Developed Smart Contact Lenses

"Smart" contact lenses that measure pressure within the eye and dispense medication accordingly could be made possible using a new material developed by biomedical engineers at UC Davis.

31 Jul 2008

Nature's Jewels can Potentially Find Application in Photonics

Butterfly wings, peacock feathers, opals and pearls are some of nature's jewels that use nanostructures to dazzle us with color. It's accomplished through the way light reaches our eyes after passing through the submicroscopic mazes within these materials.

30 Jul 2008

The Most Effective Treatment to Preserve Eyesight in Diabetic Patients

Five years ago, ophthalmologists started using steroid injections as a new way of treating diabetics with swelling in their eyes. Now, research shows that the traditional treatment for this disorder is still more effective, according to results in the online edition of the journal Ophthalmology.

30 Jul 2008