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The Protractor - An Innovative Device for Tracking Body Language

An innovative device that employs infrared light to observe the effects of body language on social interactions has been developed by a research team including scientists from the University of Cambridge and Dartmouth College.

20 Apr 2018

Researchers Use Laser Beam to Write and Delete Magnets in Alloys

Researchers have developed a new method to write and erase magnets in an alloy by applying a laser beam. The result was an unexpected effect.

20 Apr 2018

UCSB Physicists & Caltech Astronomers Develop World’s Most Advanced Camera

Somewhere in the universe’s expanse another livable planet probably exists. It may not be that far - astronomically speaking - from man’s own solar system.

18 Apr 2018

Nature-Inspired Compact and Economical Camera Helps Surgeons See Cancer Cells

A new camera offers surgeons with a color image & a near-infrared image, making fluorescently labeled cancerous cells observable under bright lighting.

9 Apr 2018

Terahertz Radiation-Driven Particle Accelerator for Electrons

A miniature particle accelerator for electrons that can carry out four different functions at the push of a button has been developed by researchers.

4 Apr 2018

Using Infrared Lasers to Detect Chemical or Biological Attack

Researchers are developing a real-time instrument that can screen the atmosphere for toxic agents to alert people to a chemical/biological attack.

29 Mar 2018

ZYGO Launches Next-Generation 3D Optical Profilers with Advances in Data Acquisition, Speed, Sensitivity and Intelligent Operation

Zygo Corporation’s latest generation Nexview™ NX2 and NewView™ 9000 3D optical profiling instruments precisely measure surface area topography quickly and with ease for enhanced productivity and versatility, addressing a broad range of applications.

From Zygo Corporation 20 Mar 2018