In a new Friends of the Earth report, leading microbiologists have warned that the rapid rise in household antibacterial products containing nano-silver could put more lives at risk.
Monthly Archives: September 2011
Nanotechnology for better natural gas utilization
Advances in understanding molybdenum nanostructures and molecular mechanisms of catalytic reactions to provide improved natural gas processing technologies.
Nanorods made of fullerenes improve performance of polymer solar cells
The biggest obstacle to making use of solar energy has been the excessively high price of solar cells made of inorganic semiconductors. In contrast, solar cells based on semiconducting polymers are affordable, light, thin, and flexible - but their performance has been lacking. A team in Taiwan has now developed a new approach that uses fullerene nanorods to significantly increase the effectiveness of polymer-based solar cells.
Printed solar cells on paper
The Institute for Print and Media Technology at Chemnitz University of Technology presents solar panels, which are printed with special inks with electrical properties on standard paper.
A fully functional, fast switching and printable transistor in cheap plastic
A just published thesis claims that with the help of polymers, plastics, which are already manufactured on a large scale, it is possible to manufacture transistors that are fast and can run on small printed batteries, where the drive voltage is around 1 volt.
An electronic bucket brigade could boost solar cell voltages
Berkeley Lab scientists uncover the secret of remarkable photovoltages in ferroelectrics.
Researchers create nanoscale gold coating with largest-ever superlattice (w/video)
Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute developed a new method for creating a layer of gold nanoparticles that measures only a few nanometer thick.
Better understanding of business opportunities lowers the barriers to nanotechnology transfer
A major challenge for nanobusiness is to find a unique selling proposition, out of a diverse range of possible applications. Potential investors need better understanding of nanotech-related business opportunities.
Berkeley Design Automation to Host Nanometer Circuit Verification Forum
Berkeley Design Automation Inc., the nanometer circuit verification leader, will host the 2011 Nanometer Circuit Verification Forum on September 22nd, 2011.
Nanotechnology sensor could lead to earlier diagnosis for lung cancer
In a new article published in Nature Nanotechnology, biological engineers and medical scientists at the University of Missouri reveal how their discovery could provide a much earlier warning signal for lung cancer.
Biochemical cell signals quantified for first time
For the first time, scientists have quantified the data capacity of a biochemical signaling pathway and found a surprise - it's way lower than even an old-fashioned, dial-up modem.
Researchers find potentially worrisome effects of carbon nanoparticles in kidney cells
A study by researchers from the schools of science and medicine at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis examines the effects of carbon nanoparticles on living cells. This work is among the first to study concentrations of these tiny particles that are low enough to mimic the actual exposure of an ordinary individual.
New material synthesized: graphene nanoribbons inside of carbon nanotubes
Physicists have found an efficient way to synthesize graphene nanoribbons directly inside of single-walled carbon nanotubes.
What is Gingivitis – Top Tips for Healthy Gum
Did you know that according to recent expert estimates that more than 80% of people around the world don’t know what is gingivitis. That’s a staggering factoid, considering that gum disease is the leading cause of tooth loss during the present day.
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Why Do We Get Gingivitis?
The primary reason people fail to understand what is gingivitis and its importance is because of ineffective oral health care. Proper daily oral health care regiments will serve as an effective answer to What is Gingivitis. But most people don’t brush their teeth or floss as often as they should be doing, and they don’t take enough vitamins, in addition to not using mouthwash or a tongue scraper.Read more...
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New Leica DFC365 FX Fluorescence Camera for Live Cell Imaging
Acquire Brilliant Fluorescence Images at Ultra-high Speed
Wetzlar, Germany. To successfully document live cells and rapidly fading fluorescence specimens, a camera technology particularly designed for the purpose is indispensable. The new Leica DFC365 FX digital microscope camera from Leica Microsystems combines exceptional image quality with very high temporal resolution for rapid time-lapse recordings. The Leica DFC365 FX is setting new standards in its class enabling researchers to work efficiently, even with weakly fluorescing specimens. Equipped with a highly sensitive CCD sensor (pixel size 6.45 µm) and active Peltier cooling, it is ideal for a wide range of applications – from basic fluorescence documentation to demanding experiments such as TIRF, FRET or structured illumination.
The Leica DFC365 FX achieves hitherto unattainable acquisition rates of 21 fps at full resolution. In
"Overlapping Mode“, an image can be captured while the previous image is still being read out. Data are transferred rapidly to the PC via a FireWire-B interface. Besides high-speed image acquisition at 40 MHz, the pixel clocking rate of the sensor can also be set to 20 MHz or 1.6 MHz as required. This yields brilliant fluorescence images with a superb signal-to-noise ratio.
The optional NIR (Near Infra-Red) Mode extends the operating range of the camera for fluorescence markers emitting in the wavelength range above 700 nm, which are difficult to capture with conventional CCD technology.
Source:What are the main benefits of medical software?
Software Advice recently hosted a survey on its blog asking physicians to voice their opinions on the benefits of electronic medical record (EMR) software. The results are in, and over 50 physicians voiced their opinions on the subject. While this is a relatively small sample - considering over two thousand physicians have successfully attested Meaningful Use, some interesting trends were clearly found in the data.
You can find the full results here: Benefits of Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Software | 2011 Physician Survey. Here’s a quick snapshot of some of the most interesting findings.
Top Rated Benefits of EMRs
Over 65% of participants agreed on the top four benefits: greater accessibility of charts, greater note legibility, more accurate and up-to-date patient information, and improved coordination of treatment by more than one provider. A reason for these being some of the most common benefits may be the proliferation of web-based electronic medical record systems, along with new mobile EMR applications.
Some of the main objectives of the HITECH Act were to improve the accessibility of patient information and improve the coordination of treatment by multiple providers, so it’s good to see that the participants agreed that these were some of the main benefits.
Most Common EMR Solutions and their Top Benefits
The survey also asked which EMRs physicians were using. Here are the three most cited benefits of the five most commonly used systems:
- reduces paperwork and space requirements
- reduces administrative and staff expensive
- improves collection rates
- reduces transcription costs
- greater note legibility
- reduces paperwork
- greater legibility of notes
- greater accessibility of charts
- enhanced clinical documentation
- greater chart accessibility
- greater note legibility
- fewer medical errors
- reduced transcription costs
- improved coordination of treatment by more than on provider
- improved accuracy of coding
For a full recap of the analysis, before sure to check out the blog post.
Source:Aperio looking for a Healthcare Product Analyst
The Product Analyst, Healthcare works with customers to understand, analyze and document product requirements to meet customer needs in the market to enable Aperio to keep and grow current business and obtain new business. You will work closely with Aperio Software Developers to translate these market requirements to produce functional specifications and be able to lead your peers to ensure that they understand and approve the specifications to meet the market needs for Aperio’s digital pathology systems.
The Product Analyst, Healthcare is someone who can:
• Participate in the product line life cycle from strategic planning to tactical activities
• Spend time in the market to understand the problems, and find innovative solutions for the broader market
• Refine market requirements for current and future products by on-going visits to customers and noncustomers-define marketing and product requirements with prioritized features
• Demonstrate a unique blend of business and technical savvy; a big-picture vision, and the drive to make that vision a reality
• Increase the profitability of existing products and to developing new products • Define functional requirements for products, specifically SecondSlide consultation network and laboratory information system interfaces, and work with engineering to define product release requirements and to develop detailed product specifications • Build products from existing ideas, and help to develop new ideas based on your industry experience and your contact with customers and prospects
• Work with quality assurance to develop test plans and assist in verifying developed functionality • Serve as an internal and external evangelist for your product offerings, working with the sales channel and key customers, and help train operations personnel in the use of the products you specify
• Work closely product team and marketing communications on go-to-market strategies, understand product positioning, key benefits, and target customers • Represent the company at conferences and trade show
Qualifications:
• Healthcare background working with pathology applications in hospital, reference lab, or Healthcare vendor companies. Experience with laboratory information system interfaces is a plus
• Understanding of anatomic pathology lab workflow is highly desired • Capable communicator and be comfortable working with healthcare customers, product team members, development and test engineers, sales, and marketing personnel at all levels • Proven teamwork and people skills; excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills • Ability to write detailed documents and specifications
• Able to work effectively in a collaborative environment and lead cross-functional teams, contribute solutions, and remain flexible in a fast-paced and changing environment • Customer focus with strong technical background; well developed analytical skills; excellent product design skills. Experience as a computer user of technical applications
• Experience in human factors analysis (e.g. workflow analysis, storyboarding). • Willing to spend time in the field (up to approx. 30% travel), developing relationships with customers and vendor partners to create detailed product requirement specifications.
• Technical and/or pathology background desirable
• High energy and self motivated
Requirements:
• BS/BA in healthcare field or engineering (MS/MA and/or Ph.D. desirable) Rev. 2011-05• 5+ years experience (or equivalent education) in healthcare field, working for hospital, reference lab, research organization, or Healthcare vendor companies.
• Blend of Business and Technical savvy
Location and type:
• Full-time employment in Vista, California – Local Candidates Only – No Relocation
Compensation and benefits:
Aperio pays our great people salaries commensurate with market value, and provides full benefits including health benefits and a 401(k) plan. All Aperio employees participate in our stock option plan.
To Apply:
Send your resume to jobs@aperio.com. Please include the position title.
Aperio is committed to attracting and retaining the most highly qualified candidates available. As an Aperio employee you will be consistently challenged to deliver your best. Because we provide our customers the best technologies and service in the industry, you will constantly develop new skills, learn new products, and be involved in activities that are highly valued in the marketplace. At Aperio, we value our customers as partners, and therefore strive to deliver excellence in everything we do.
Aperio is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We support workforce diversity.
Source:Definiens Symposium 2011 Approaching
The program for the 2011 the 2011 Definiens Symposium is approaching completion and it provides an interesting mixture of insights into the deployment of image analysis solutions in both industry and academia. Key note lectures will be given by Prof Dr Manfred Dietel (Director of the Institute of Pathology, Charité, Berlin, Germany; talk title: ‘Virtual Microscopy on the Stony Way to Revolutionize Anatomic Pathology’) and Dr Robert Gillies (Vice Chair Radiology, H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute, Tampa, FL; talk title: ‘Multiscalar Image Analysis: A Window onto Tumor Heterogeneity’).Thomas Heydler (CEO Definiens) will highlight how Definiens’ image analysis can support clincal decisions.
Register today to ensure your seat at the leading event for Definiens Image Analysis users around the world in Cancer Research, Pharmaceutical & Biotech, Clinical & Academic settings.
Housing will close September 27th, for special discounted rates. If you want to contribute a poster, please send an email to academy@definiens.com by September 16th.
The Definiens Team is looking forward having you join us for this event.
Source:FREE WHITE PAPER: Cleaning Up Your Laboratory’s Fecal Occult Blood Testing Program: New Opportunities for Better Patient Compliance, Increased Accuracy, and a Happier Staff
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Source:Slide Scanner Hits Market for $25K
DigiPath Releases Most Affordable Digital Pathology Slide Scanner
Henderson, Nevada, USA, September 12, 2011
DigiPath, Inc®, a provider of affordable, innovative, and reliable digital pathology solutions, releases PathScope™, the most affordable digital pathology scanner available worldwide. The PathScope solution includes viewing and image server software applications. The PathScope 1S list price is $24,999 with leasing options at $999 per month.
For a 15% discount certificate, register your name and email this week in top left corner at http://www.digipath.biz/. Certificate to redeem by December 1, 2011.
PathScope provides superior image quality, fast scanning times, and 1, 2, 3 or 30 slide capacities. Resolution options include .23m/pixel and .46 ?m/pixel. The PathScope innovation includes open source software compliant, live option, and multiple file format support. The PathScope reliability is supported by a standard service level agreement, and a 14 day validation period.
"DigiPath's team participated in the development of 10 scanning hardware systems which have been deployed at over 1500 sites worldwide," said Eric Stoppenhagen, Chief Executive Offer of DigiPath. "DigiPath brings this digital pathology product development expertise to PathScope, the MOST AFFORDABLE digital pathology system worldwide."
See http://www.digipath.biz/Services.html for further technical specifications.
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