- Where is the New Science in Corporate R&D?
- First Comet Dust on Earth Reveals Clues to Solar System
- ORNL Aids Diesel Parts Manufacturers
- Sandia Research to Focus on Early Detection of Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs)
- Find What You Need … Fast!
- Universal Homogenizers
- Twin Bore Capillary Rheometer
- Programmable Logic Controller
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Where is the New Science in Corporate R&D?
Although corporate research and development operations are increasingly moving to emerging countries like India and China, companies continue to keep the majority of their cutting-edge R&D in developed nations, according to a new study published in the December 8 issue of the journal Science.
To maintain this competitive advantage in the new science arena, developed countries must have government and educational policies that preserve the excellence and accessibility of their research universities, note researchers Marie Thursby, professor of strategic management at Georgia Tech College of Management; and Jerry Thursby, professor of economics at Emory University. That’s because high-tech companies frequently seek collaborative relationships with research universities.
The researchers surveyed 249 R&D-intensive companies headquartered in the United States and Western Europe, finding that 49.6 percent of the R&D effort in developed nations is for new science while the proportion in emerging countries is 22 percent. The researchers distinguish “new science” R&D from the application of “familiar” sciences already in use by a company and/or its competitors. continue
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New AQUACOUNTER® AQ-300 Karl Fischer Titrator
The new AQUACOUNTER Coulometric Karl Fischer Titrator (AQ-300) is an easy-to-use compact titrator with performance features that allows analysts to measure moisture content from low to high concentrations quickly and easily. A training DVD assists users in making measurements simple and routine with unsurpassed precision. The AQ-300 has six built-in calculation modes to accommodate solid, liquid and gas samples. A statistics package is also included along with four files with preset conditions. Instantly recall data from up to 20 samples or simply download titration data to a laptop or PC with free download software and RS-232 cable. Titration status is continuously monitored and direct key access allows entry of titration parameters. Balance and computer interfaces for GLP and ISO documentation are standard. Choice of thermal or impact printer is also available. Competitive pricing makes this the perfect unit for budget conscious laboratories.
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First Comet Dust on Earth Reveals Clues to Solar System
An international team of scientists that examined the first samples brought to Earth from a comet has confirmed that our early solar system was a violent place in which dust and gas underwent considerable mixing while the sun and planets were still in the process of forming.
“The analysis of these cometary dust grains proves that the early solar system was a violent place capable of ejecting dust grains out to distances beyond Neptune,” said Gerardo Dominguez, a physicist at the University of California, San Diego, and a member of the research team.
The scientists reported in a series of papers published in the December 15 issue of the journal Science that, even though the comet formed in the cold, outer reaches of the solar system, it contains high temperature minerals that formed much closer to the sun, suggesting that these particles were ejected with considerable force. continue
ORNL Aids Diesel Parts Manufacturers
Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory's High Temperature Materials Laboratory are helping diesel engine and parts manufacturers develop technologies to meet tough new emissions regulations that go into effect in 2007.
Laboratory researchers are helping companies characterize materials and test components as part of the industry's preparation for the new emissions mandates. The requirements will result in a 90 percent reduction in nitrogen oxide, or NOX, and particulate matter, or soot, released by diesel vehicles, from semi-trucks to cars. continue
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NEW! White Paper on Best Practices for Managing Lab Chemical Inventory
ChemSW, Inc.’s latest white paper details best practices in chemical inventory management, providing insights to ensure system adoption and successful incorporation into lab processes. Reasons why systems fail and why they succeed are examined, as well as the true costs associated with chemical inventory management and cost savings that result when such a system is optimized for maximum effectiveness.
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Sandia Research to Focus on Early Detection of Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs)
Sandia National Laboratories researchers Todd Lane and Victoria VanderNoot have been awarded a research grant to develop a technology that can successfully detect deadly toxins from harmful algal blooms (HABs).
In addressing the HAB problem, Lane and VanderNoot will employ laser-induced fluorescence and other separation methods inherent in Sandia’s µChemLab™ (“Micro” ChemLab) technology. Along with a small team of Sandia colleagues and external collaborators, they have commenced with the research, which could lead to longer-term funding after the initial “proof of principle” work has been completed. continue
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IRD for GC and MS
ASAP Analytical introduces their Vapor Phase IRD designed with the sensitivity and stability required to make the capillary GC/FTIR practical in the chromatography lab. The instrument requires a minimum of bench space with optimized, dedicated optics for highest sensitivity. The GC/IRD integrated software provides efficient instrument control, data acquisition with library searching. The result is a universal non-destructive IRD for routine to complex sample analysis.
Contact us at www.asapanalytical.com or call 859-581-6990.
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Universal Homogenizers Enable Micro-Processing of Volumes Measuring 0.03 mL
PRO Scientific’s complete line of hand-held, post-mounted and programmable homogenizers is able to homogenize various volumes at speeds to 30,000 rpm. The generator design enables the micro-processing of volumes as low as 0.03 mL in tubes as small as 0.5 mL, as well as macro-processing of volumes to 40 L. continue
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Twin Bore Capillary Rheometer
ATS RheoSystems’ computer controlled RheoCapillary offers testing abilities to measure shear viscosity, extensional viscosity, wallslip, melt fracture and rupture with a variety of dies and accessories. Two-level software offers standard test control functionality, as well as scientific evaluation capabilities for a better understanding of the data. continue
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Programmable Logic Controller Synchronizes Laboratory Apparatus
LabSmith’s LC220 programmable logic controller for high speed synchronization of experimental apparatus is suited for laser diagnostics, materials science, gas dynamics, combustion and other applications. Users are provided all the functions of digital delay generators, clocks, gates and more in the economical, embeddable controller. continue
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