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Enhanced electrically conductive nanotube

1 October 2009
Southwest Nanotechnologies, headquartered in Norman, Oklahoma, USA, is introducing an enhanced electrically conductive grade of single-wall carbon nanotube (SWCNT) called SWeNT CG 200.
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Funding for nanotube growth method

1 October 2009
Surrey NanoSystems, based in Newhaven, UK, has secured second round funding of GBP2.5 million from Octopus Ventures, IP Group, the University of Surrey and other investors.
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Funding for new OPV developer

1 October 2009
The North American FlexTech Alliance has awarded a $450,000 contract to California-based Solarmer Energy to design and synthesize high efficiency donor polymer materials for use in Organic Photovoltai
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Intelligent shoe for instant diagnosis

1 October 2009
A new intelligent shoe to ensure the correct treatment advice is given to people with walking difficulties has been developed by Martin Schepers of the University of Twente in The Netherlands.
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At the forefront of Swiss innovation

1 October 2009
Coldblack, jointly-developed by Schoeller Technology and Clariant, has been nominated for the 2009 Swiss Design Prize.
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Halloysite nanotube patents secured

1 October 2009
NaturalNano has secured two significant patents covering the use of halloysite nanotubes in applications with potential impact on the energy economy.
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SmartSilver for scrubs

1 October 2009
Greenology USA, the manufacturer of sustainable Do No Harm medical apparel, has selected NanoHorizons to provide SmartSilver antimicrobial performance as a primary feature of its new Do No Harm scrubs
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Medical applications of Tencel

1 October 2009
In the medical sector, Tencel is currently being used for wipes, gauze equivalents, incontinence products and drapes.
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US demand for infection prevention products at US$24 billion in 2013

1 October 2009
US demand for infection prevention products and services is forecast to increase by 4.8% annually to US$23.5 billion in 2013 (Table 1), according to a new report by the Freedonia Group.
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Interlabial absorbent article with improved flushability characteristics

1 October 2009
An interlabial absorbent article with improved flushability characteristics has been developed by Kimberly-Clark of Neenah, Wisconsin, USA.
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FOV Fabrics to take over L. Michael's production and distribution

1 October 2009
Vertically integrated woven fabric producer FOV Fabrics of Boras, Sweden, is to take over the production and distribution of L. Michael's products from 1 February 2010. L.
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Electrospun silk fibroin tubular matrices for small vessel grafting

1 October 2009
The use of electrospun silk fibroin tubular matrices for small vessel bypass grafting was presented to the Natural Fibres Congress held in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, in June 2009.
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Angiotech receives approval for Quill SRS product lines for sale in Brazil

1 October 2009
Angiotech Pharmaceuticals has received approval to begin marketing the Quill SRS polydioxanone (PDO), Monoderm, polypropylene and nylon product lines in Brazil.
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Nanofibres now an option for Nonwovens Research Lab

1 October 2009
The Nonwovens Research Lab at The University of Tennessee (UTNRL) says it has added nanofibre meltblowing capabilities to its 15 cm (six inches) line.
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Fibre design simplifies the application of in-fill to artificial grass surfaces

1 October 2009
TenCate Thiolen BV (Ten Cate Grass) is working to improve the characteristics of artificial grass fibres in such a way as to make the process of applying the in-fill to the surface simpler.
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Dressing for treating a burn, decubitus, contusion or ulcer

1 October 2009
A dressing for treating such as wounds as burns, decubitus, contusions, excoriations or ulcers has been developed by Zuiko.
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Polypropylene improves performance of carbon fibre reinforcements

1 October 2009
A high-performance polypropylene (PP) fibre has been found to improve the toughness and durability of carbon fibre-reinforced composites (CFCs) used in motorsport, at the same time as reducing their w
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Electrospinning can eliminate toxins and mimic natural tissues

1 October 2009
US researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) are exploring new ways to create, enhance and employ electrospun fibres for medical device applications.
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New data supports ConvaTec negative pressure wound therapy

1 October 2009
Medical technologies developer ConvaTec has announced the publication of new data demonstrating positive clinical results achieved with the Engenex Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) system.
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Antistatic, fine, core-sheath polyester

1 October 2009
Researchers in Japan claim to have developed a polyester-based fibre that is antistatic but can still be produced as a fine, false-twisted yarn with all the desirable textile properties of such an ite
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