Researchers based in China and Canada have developed single-mode ridge waveguide Fabry-Perot (RW FP) laser diodes using a pair of etched trenches that are slanted to reflect out unwanted wavelengths [Xun Li et al, Appl. Phys. Lett., vol107, ...
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Scientists who study past pandemics, such as the 14th century Black Death that devastated much of Europe, might soon be turning to an innovative biological detection technology for some extra help. The apparent first use of this ...
Tags: Ancient Human Remains, Microbial Detection, Array Detects Plague
Recipients of OTA Education Foundation scholarships which are earmarked for exceptional first-year post-secondary c were announced during the Ontario Trucking Association’s annual convention. In an address during the event’s ...
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Chrysler Group has entered into a five-year C$18.2m ($17.40m) agreement with McMaster University to develop next-generation, electrified powertrains and powertrain components. The project will receive funding support from the Canadian ...
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Inphi Corp of Santa Clara, CA, USA, a provider of high-speed mixed-signal ICs for the communications and computing markets, says that Nicholas Brathwaite has joined its board of directors. "We are excited about his in-depth knowledge and ...
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US-based inhaled medicines provider Genoa Pharmaceuticals in collaboration with McMaster University has demonstrated advantages of the inhaled aerosol pirfenidone (GP-101) in the treatment of pulmonary fibrosis. The findings showed that ...
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Genoa Pharmaceuticals and McMaster University have partnered to characterize the in vivo advantages and potential clinical impact of Genoa's inhaled GP-101 (aerosol pirfenidone) for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). ...
Tags: Pharmaceuticals, clinical impact, exploring mechanisms
The Centre for Surgical Invention and Innovation (CSii) at McMaster University has announced additional funding for the next phase of development of MacDonald, Dettwiler and Associates' (MDA) advanced technology solution for use in early ...
Tags: CSii, MDA, treatment of breast cancer