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Agilent promises "unprecedented flexibility" in fluorescence microscopy for micro/nano
May 8, 2008 -- Agilent Technologies has released its Multi-wavelength Laser Combiner for microscopy applications in micro and nano R&D -- a modular unit that gives new fluorescence microscopy options to OEMs and end users.

VT International acquires nanotube maker Nanotailor, plans public trade as "New Nanotailor"
May 7, 2008 -- VT International Corp. says it has completed its acquisition of Nanotailor Inc., which last year licensed the rights to a NASA-developed manufacturing process for creating single-walled carbon nanotubes.

Yole's MEMS database bundle 20% off till May 8
May 7, 2008 -- French market research firm Yole Développement has introduced a MEMS information "toolkit" -- consisting of Yole's World MEMS Market database 2008 and the latest edition of its World MEMS Firms database.

Qualcomm, Foxlink partner to open dedicated mirasol MEMS fab
May 7, 2008 -- Qualcomm MEMS Technologies and Taiwan-based Cheng Uei Precision Industry Co. ("Foxlink") are collaborating to open a MEMS fabrication plant that will enable increased volume, reduced time to market for MEMS-based mirasol displays.

Aerotech introduces SolarScribe photovoltaic panel scribing system
May 6, 2008 -- Aerotech calls its SolarScribe automation series the most comprehensive photovoltaic (PV) panel scribing system available.

SMI develops "highest temperature" oxide MOCVD nanotech tool
May 5, 2008 -- Structured Materials Industries (SMI) Inc. says it has received an order for a metal-organic chemical vapor deposition (MOCVD) tool to grow nano-scale oxide films in environments exceeding 1200 degrees C. "This project will create a tool for oxide film growers unique to the industry," the company boasts.

MEMS foundry SVTC launches photovoltaics-development initiative
May 5, 2008 -- SVTC Technologies, a semiconductor foundry offering MEMS services, is launching a photovoltaics (PV) development center. Solar industry veteran Kurt Laetz will head up SVTC Solar, which aims provide "the most complete set of capabilities available in the U.S."

Semiconductor foundry giant TSMC announces entry into MEMS market
May 2, 2008 -- Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC), the world's largest dedicated semiconductor foundry, has unveiled plans to enter the MEMS business. The company will reportedly detail the plans later this month -- and cover trends in MEMS production at "CMOS integrated MEMS foundries."

Piezosystem jena intros nanopositioner, distributes SIOS nanomeasurement tools
May 2, 2008 -- Piezosystem jena announces two developments intended to serve those needing nano-scale precision: The company has expanded its TRITOR line of field-tested nanopositioning tools, and has become the exclusive U.S. distributor for SIOS, the German manufacturer of nanoprecision measurement systems.

International Council on Nanotechnology reports research needs assessment
May 1, 2008 -- The International Council on Nanotechnology (ICON) unveiled the results of an effort launched last year to share information and combine efforts toward efficient, timely international research.