Smith & Nephew wins Department of Defense contract Nov 21, 2009
DARPA is the central research and development organization for the Department of Defense. There is hope that the material could also be used to treat other kinds of bone fractures in both military and civilian trauma care. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
Should Web Search Data Be Stored? Nov 20, 2009
For example, search query information can be used in research and development to make improvements to search technology, to better tailor and make more efficient users' online requests ... A federal bureaucracy should not be determining what proprietary research and development tools are "legitimate.". (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Easing Needle Anxiety Nov 20, 2009
1, 2005) Samir Mitragotri, a professor of chemical engineering at the University of California, Santa Barbara, says the myriad shortcomings of injections have led to active research and development of. (Feb. (Science Daily)
Energy Focus, Inc. Announces Notice from The NASDAQ Stock Market Regarding Non-Compliance with Continued Listing Requirements Nov 20, 2009
Our long-standing relationship with the U.S. Government includes numerous research and development projects for the DOE and DARPA, creating energy efficient LED lighting systems for the U.S. Navy fleet and the next generation Very High Efficiency Solar Cell. Customers include supermarket chains, the U.S. government, state and local governmental agencies, retail stores, museums, theme parks and casinos, hotels, swimming pool builders and many others. (Primezone Releases)
Energy plant a jolt for workers Nov 20, 2009
KSC Director Bob Cabana and FPL Vice President and Chief Development Officer Eric Silagy also announced plans Thursday to establish a permanent renewable energy research and development center at Exploration Park, KSC's business complex. "It's to strive for a greater degree of energy independence for America and at the same time help provide a cleaner environment for the planet," Ball said. (Florida Today)
GSI Group Finalizes Agreement With Noteholders to Significantly Reduce Its Debt Nov 20, 2009
- To Implement Pre-Arranged Debt-for-Equity Restructuring, Three Corporate Entities File for Chapter 11 Reorganization - Operations will continue in normal course - Company has ample liquidity. " "We are confident that going into this reorganization process with a pre-agreed upon plan with our noteholders and adequate liquidity will enable us to implement our restructuring in an efficient and timely manner. (Canada Newswire)
Argonne lands $8.8M to research better electric car battery Nov 20, 2009
The will use the funds to construct three battery research and development facilities. The money for the lab just southwest of Chicago is a slice of more than $104 million set aside by the U.S. Department of Energy for projects nationwide that aim to improve energy technology. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Obama, China, and wishful thinking about American jobs Nov 20, 2009
We approve of government investments in basic research and development, but mainly for the purpose of making the nation more secure through advanced military technologies. (We regard spillovers to the private sector as incidental. (Christian Science Monitor)
Southern Research Institute: Quinlan Castle renovations on hold Nov 20, 2009
The nonprofit research and development company located at 2000 Ninth Avenue South spent $200,000 replacing the castle s windows, securing the site and repairing turrets on its roof. Cleaning up the castle s exterior has made it easier to direct people to SRI s campus by using the castle as a landmark. (Birmingham Business Journal, AL)
OncoVista posts 3Q loss Nov 20, 2009
The company also receive a portion of research and development revenues through a partnership between the German Federal Ministry for Education and Research and a public-private consortium of biotechnology companies. AdnaGen is a member of this consortium and is receiving part of a 200 million Euro ($300 million) government grant. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
DSC hopes to raise RM6m from listing Nov 20, 2009
Founder and group managing director Seah Liang Chiang said research and development (R been earmarked as the biggest gainer with a RM1. 8mil allocation for a three-year period from the initial public offering proceeds. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Blackstone to pay $1.3b for Birds Eye Nov 20, 2009
They bought the company about seven years ago and increased spending on marketing, research and development, and new products, Brian Ratzan, a Vestar managing director, said. This is a well-known, extendable brand, and the company has only begun to take advantage of that brand, he said. (Boston Globe)
Sony Ericsson moving HQ to Atlanta Nov 20, 2009
The North Carolina facility also has research and development and is home to the chief technology officer. But research and development could move to China while other functions go to company offices in Redwood Shores, Calif. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
COLUMN: U of I research grant sounds like good news for FutureGen project Nov 20, 2009
The EPA is working with the U.S. Department of Energy as it carries out its carbon sequestration research and development program. The Department of Energy is supposed to make a final determination on the FutureGen project early in 2010. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
StockerYale Reports Third-Quarter 2009 Financial Results Nov 20, 2009
The following important factors and uncertainties, among others, could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in these forward-looking statements: uncertainty that cash availability may not be sufficient to allow StockerYale to meet all of its business goals including repayment of a significant amount of debt that matures in the near-term; uncertainty that StockerYale's new products will gain market acceptance; the risk that delays and unanticipated expenses in developing... (Primezone Releases)
Recovery remains uncertain but China is key, says survey Nov 19, 2009
The executives who responded to the survey also anticipate moderate increases, albeit less than revenue, in capital expenditures and research and development next year, with a focus on areas of energy efficient and renewable technology. However, KPMG concludes that the path forward in the near term is uncertain and there is no consensus on the shape of the recovery. (EETimes)
Spatial View Introduces 3DeeSlide With Sony Music Special Edition Blu-ray Disc Nov 19, 2009
Beat Raemy, Spatial View CEO stated, "There is a big move to Stereo 3D in movie and home theaters. However in most situations such as on mobile devices, wearing special glasses is simply not feasible; so our focus is to provide a glasses-free Stereo 3D experience. We have invested years of research and development into developing the software and lenticular technology which solve this problem.". Starting on 20th of November, users of iPhone 3G and iPod Touch (second generation or later) can buy... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
NetEase.com Reports Third Quarter 2009 Unaudited Financial Results Nov 19, 2009
"Our strong and talented research and development team continually provide superior gaming experiences to the growing dynamic user community in China and we believe that this is the key to the long-standing success of Fantasy Westward Journey and our other leading self-developed games. On September 19, 2009, our affiliated company, Shanghai EaseNet, commenced the commercial operation in China of the World of Warcraft, a game licensed from Blizzard Entertainment, after receiving necessary... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Cantor Gaming's eDeck Recognized by Global Gaming Business Magazine for Product Innovation Nov 19, 2009
Extensive research and development has gone into the creation of eDeck and we are confident that it will change the gaming landscape in Las Vegas, as well as gaming around the world; by offering customers a whole new way to wager sports and table games, on the go, we believe eDeck will revolutionize the casino market. . (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
HOWARD B. DILLMAN Nov 19, 2009
However, when an opening developed with Pratt and Whitney (developer and manufacturer of engines for commercial and military aircraft) in East Hartford, CT, Howard moved on, becoming involved in the preparation of proposals for new research and development projects. In 1976 he transferred to the Pratt and Whitney operation in Florida. (Ogden Reporter, IA)
Myriad Pharma posts smaller 1Q loss after spinoff Nov 19, 2009
In the quarter ended Sept. 30, Myriad Pharmaceuticals said research and development spending fell by more than half, to $5. 9 million from $12. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
* Straight talk on GM crops crucial Nov 19, 2009
Where is Taiwans future if we import large volumes of GM crops while, irrationally, limiting domestic research and development of GM technologies. Shouldnt all these questions be discussed in a rational manner. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
The Six Entrepreneurs You Meet in China, Part Two Nov 19, 2009
The country is climbing the value chain from electronics assembly to play an increasingly important role in product engineering, design, order fulfillment even research and development. While in Beijing I met with the folks at , which handles drug development for huge U.S. drugmakers. (BusinessWeek)
* Taiwan ranks second in innovation in Asia: report Nov 19, 2009
Outperforming Taiwan, Singapore ranked sixth in the world and was lauded for its institutional environment, good governance, the quality of its research and development infrastructure and the high extent to which the latest technologies are in use within the government, the business community and civil society, the report said. Japan earned a ranking of 15th and would have placed higher were its innovation capacity not undermined by very low scores in indicators used in evaluating public sector... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Bill Gates' millions to battle TB Nov 19, 2009
"We are in the midst of a new TB epidemic. The world desperately needs an effect vaccine to prevent TB, particularly in adolescents and adults. Dr Jerald Sadoff: New approaches are promising "Through accelerated research and development, a new vaccine could permanently change the trajectory of the epidemic and save millions of lives every year," he added. Two billion people - one out of every three people on Earth - are infected with the TB pathogen, a bacterium called Mycobacterium... (Yahoo News -- Tuberculosis)
No plans for additional economic stimulus package Nov 19, 2009
I would encourage each ministry and agency to exploit the vast potential of this programme and take this opportunity to enhance their research and development capacities. . (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Toyota Gets Stuck in a Pair of Ruts Nov 19, 2009
Toyoda is also wrestling with an ugly recall in the U.S. involving sudden acceleration in multiple models, underused plants in Japan, and weak earnings that have forced him to cut, among other things, Toyota's once-sacred research and development budget. "The company is in a big storm," says independent auto industry analyst Maryann N. Keller. (BusinessWeek)
SAIC tasked with new engineering services at Redstone Arsenal Nov 19, 2009
The facility supports the acquisition, research and development, and sustainment of some of the nations most sophisticated weapons systems. It also oversees the Armys policies and practices regarding software reuse, metrics, post-deployment support, process improvement, computer resource margins analysis, and risk management, SAIC officials said. (FCW.com)
Sony Ericsson closing RTP operation, costing 400-plus jobs Nov 19, 2009
The company s North American research and development operation will move from RTP to Redwood Shores, Calif. just outside San Francisco, where the company currently works on smart phones. (Triangle Business Journal)
Expert: Deep recession effects likely to linger Nov 19, 2009
He said that other possible effects included lower research and development spending, fewer jobs in manufacturing sectors in recovering countries as well as dampened demand in the United States. To export itself out of the crisis, Shahid said the U.S. economy would need to adjust and narrow its current account gap by depreciating the U.S. dollar and increasing U.S. saving. (Xinhuanet, China)
China, U.S. eyes more cooperation in clean energy field Nov 19, 2009
China and the U.S., however, agreed to establish a clean energy research center on Tuesday, which will facilitate joint research and development of clean energy technologies by teams of scientists and engineers from the two countries. The research center will prioritize three topics including energy efficiency in buildings, clean coal, and clean vehicles. (Xinhuanet, China)
Reid: Obama Needs to Follow Ron Brown's Example Nov 19, 2009
Two important steps in attaining these objectives would be to cut the corporate tax rate and support a permanent research and development tax credit. The time has come for Obama to become a pro-business Democrat and support commercial diplomacy. (Roll Call)
Growers face greening tax vote Nov 19, 2009
The Florida Citrus Production Research Advisory Council and the Citrus Research and Development Foundation also back it. The Florida citrus industry creates a $9 billion annual economic impact, employing nearly 76,000 people, and covering more than 560,000 acres. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Sony Ericsson moves to Atlanta, closes sites Nov 19, 2009
Operations include customer support, customers service, sales, finance and research and development. Doster said she did not know how many were employed at other locations the company planned to close. (USA Today -- Money)
Medicine gobbles up research money Nov 19, 2009
The Bush administration paid lip service to rebalancing America s research and development investment portfolio, announcing its intention to double funding for three research agencies the National Science Foundation, the National Institute of Standards and Technology, and the Department of Energy Office of Science between 2006 and 2016. However, these agencies received only modest funding increases over the next two years. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
> GE to hire 45 engineers to support innovation, product development Nov 19, 2009
Today, GE is not actively trying to jettison the unit at least for now and the company is hiring 45 design engineers to help develop new technologies at the company s Appliance Park research and development facility. Although there was some admitted frustration on the part of employees when GE Appliances was being shopped, rather than worry about what was happening, they resolved to look to the future a future driven by demand for stylish and energy-efficient appliances, said Kevin Nolan, vice... (Louisville Business First, KY)
China Commercial Aircraft Plans Plant in Shanghai Nov 19, 2009
The company also has research and development facilities in Pudong. The C919 is due to make its maiden flight by 2014 and to begin deliveries to customers by 2016. (ABC News -- Wire)
Evotec Wins German Government Research Grant Nov 18, 2009
5 m in research funds from the BMBF, within the Neu2 consortium, to advance research and development activities on the target Serine Racemase for potential use in neuroprotection. Evotec will use its drug discovery platform and expertise in progressing this program towards the clinic, particularly making use of its high quality compound library and proprietary fragment-based drug discovery platform. (Primezone Releases)
Pfizer slashes research, staff after Wyeth deal Nov 18, 2009
Research and development activities will now be conducted at five main sites and nine specialized units around the world, compared with 20 R&D sites on completion of the Wyeth deal in mid-October, a company statement said ... In announcing the acquisition in January, the New York-based firm said it would be cutting its global workforce by around 10 percent, eliminating jobs in sales, manufacturing, research and development, and administration ... These research-oriented laboratories will be... (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Pact between Wisconsin, Israel to promote R&D Nov 18, 2009
Wisconsin Gov. Jim Doyle on Tuesday signed a bilateral collaborative trade agreement between Israel and the state promoting joint research and development ... This agreement creates an important framework for Israel s and Wisconsin s scientists, engineers and researchers to embark on groundbreaking research and development in many promising fields, especially water technology ... The bilateral cooperative agreement commits to investing in research and development and sharing innovative ideas... (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
BioCryst to raise $57M with offering Nov 18, 2009
8 million through the issue of 5 million common shares of stock to fund its research and development efforts. The Birmingham-based biotech firm announced the offering on Tuesday. (Birmingham Business Journal, AL)
$7.4M C-A project to have no tax impact Nov 18, 2009
Other financing includes $1 million from the capital reserve fund, $510,000 in state EXCEL funds, $335,000 in New York State Energy Research and Development Authority grants, $85,000 secured by State Senator James Seward from the Petroleum Overcharge Fund, and federal American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funds for required upgrades by the Americans with Disabilities Act. There is also a projected annual energy savings of $68,700 due to the proposed efficiency improvements. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
China's phone firmshelp Africa go mobile Nov 18, 2009
"Typically, Chinese companies bid their price at 30-40% below rivals in order to win projects. It is no longer a secret: costs for product development, including research and development (R&D), manufacturing, distribution and sales are generally lower at Chinese companies than their Western counterparts," wrote Sun in an overview he prepared for the International Telecommunications Union's Africa Summit last year. "Fair or not, the Chinese companies are able to transfer savings in labor and... (Asia Times Online)
Monopoly on expensive, lifesaving drugs unfair Nov 18, 2009
So I think it s safe to say that generic competition hasn t exactly hurt the Fortune 500 pharmaceutical industry that spends more than $1 million a day on lobbying alone, and budgets almost twice as much revenue on marketing than it does on research and development, according to a Canadian study of 2004 data. As a medical student I can personally attest to the power of these life-saving agents, and the hope that physicians and patients alike have in their further development. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
European R&D Growth Outstrips the U.S. Nov 18, 2009
For the second year running, EU firms outpaced their US counterparts in growth in research and development spending, according to a new scoreboard published by the European Commission on Monday (16 November). But the scoreboard also highlights the diverging nature of Rding on both sides of the Atlantic, with the US clearly leading the way in higher-intensity Rors such as biotechnology, while the EU is more dominant in medium-intensity sectors such as automobiles. (BusinessWeek)
Malaysians urged to use outsourcing sector to boost income Nov 18, 2009
Web search enhanced by. Published: Wednesday November 18, 2009 MYT 2:24:00 PM. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Members of Congress, university leaders, scientists launch ScienceWorksForUS Nov 18, 2009
"When we invested nearly $22 billion in the Recovery Bill for scientific discovery, we set the stage not just for job creation today, but for the economic growth of tomorrow. It is vital for our long-term economic prosperity that we maintain this robust commitment to scientific research and development.". The purpose of ScienceWorksForUS is to ensure that the public is aware of the important work being made possible by the funding for scientific research that was included in the ARRA. This work... (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Should Web Search Data Be Stored? Nov 18, 2009
For example, search query information can be used in research and development to make improvements to search technology, to better tailor and make more efficient users' online requests ... A federal bureaucracy should not be determining what proprietary research and development tools are "legitimate.". (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Merger costs push MTS into the red Nov 18, 2009
The company also had higher research and development costs in the just-ended quarter, as well as increased costs related to its plan to go private in a buyout by private equity firm of Denver. Most Read Stories. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Letters to the Editor Nov 18, 2009
China is rapidly backing off its refusal to address global warming and is becoming a world leader in solar research and development and other global warming-fighting technologies ... Meanwhile, here we sit in sunbathed Rio Rancho, one of the most ideal solar research and development climates in the world, with many of our school board members, in a classic example of knee-jerk thinking, blowing off all the opportunities that fighting global warming and educating young people to lead the battle... (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Southbury firm's bone cement gets FDA OK Nov 18, 2009
Doctors Research Group, which has about 25 employees including about 15 research and development engineers and support staff in Southbury expects to double the size of its work force over the next 12 months, Deslauriers said. It has hired four new employees including a regional sales manager, a national sales trainer, a marketing coordinator and a customer services representative within the past week. (Republican-American)
India targets 1,000mw solar power in 2013 Nov 18, 2009
A national centre of excellence for research on solar power is proposed as well to push research and development in the emerging field. The government has proposed a Solar Energy Authority or a Mission with an additional secretary rank official to head the executive arm. (India Times, India)
Karkare's bulletproof jacket picked from rejected lot Nov 18, 2009
One of the visible defects in the jacket, noticed in the video clipping of Karkare donning the jacket on 26/11, is that it left a substantial part of his upper chest uncovered whereas the specifications of the Defence Research and Development Organisation say that a bullet-proof jacket should stretch from the neck to the groin. The petition says that the police commissioner's office broke the rule by not testing the jackets before the purchase. (India Times, India)
Dogged dedication brings honor (3) Nov 17, 2009
She graduated from Tarboro High School and worked in quality control, research and development and computer design for several years at local industries. When Hurricane Floyd hit, the Glenoit manufacturing plant where Woolard worked in research and development closed for two months. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Singularity University Gives Execs a View of the Future Nov 17, 2009
Attendees hailed from business, nonprofits, government, and academia in 10 different countries; some sessions lasted from 8 a.m. till past 10 p.m. "If we do our job right, this will affect where companies invest, the types of companies they acquire or don't acquire, the type of employees they hire, and where they put their research and development dollars," Diamandis says. During the first few days, participants heard from thinkers and practitioners in six key areas: artificial intelligence and... (BusinessWeek)
Myriad Pharma posts smaller 1Q loss after spinoff Nov 17, 2009
In the quarter ended Sept. 30, Myriad Pharmaceuticals said research and development spending fell by more than half, to $5. 9 million from $12. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Halozyme takes bigger loss on testing expenses Nov 17, 2009
In total, the company's research and development expenses rose to $13. 2 million from $10. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
$1.6M grant for wastewater plant project Nov 17, 2009
City officials say the Flexible Technical grant (Flex Tech) from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) is a welcome. Contractor s bids on the WWTP are expected to come in between $13 million and $14 million. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Hoping 'Avatar' is the new face of filmmaking Nov 17, 2009
As part of his research and development, Cameron directed the 3-D documentaries "Aliens of the Deep" and "Ghosts of the Abyss," which visited the Titanic's underwater wreckage. To overcome what many critics regard as the great flaw of motion-capture animation, the "dead-eye" appearance of characters, Cameron mounted tiny cameras above the faces of his "Avatar" actors, recording their smallest facial expressions and most intimate eye movements. (FOX59, IN)
Jews protest at Intel plant Nov 17, 2009
Intel also operates four research and development centres in Israel. The new Jerusalem plant will employ 150 people. (India Times, India)
PM: National innovation centre to be launched early 2010 Nov 17, 2009
He explained that there was a lot of research and development being undertaken by the private sector and universities with the potential to be commercialised. "This involves a field which is connected to the lives of farmers including the area of seaweed cultivation,fishermen,products which can kill the aedes mosquito, healthcare and comestics. "So,there is no reason why we cannot develop this industry until malaysia becomes a regional hub for it," he said. Earlier in his speech, Najib said the... (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Planemakers predict better times Nov 17, 2009
The discussions could lead to closer collaboration on research and development and on engineering. Europe's Airbus also announced a deal to sell Yemenia Airways 10 A320 aircrafts worth about $700m, and Ethiopia Airways ordered 12 Airbus A350s. (BBC News -- Business)
Germany launches online database on fate of POWs Nov 17, 2009
"These unique databases will enable millions of people to find out about the fates of their family members who died or went missing during or after the war," Saxony's minister of research and development Sabine von Schorlemer said. The databases were created in cooperation with Russia, Ukraine and Belarus, the statement said. (Florida Today)
Go Ahead - Make My Day! It's All Clint Eastwood, All the Time, on ION Television Thanksgiving Weekend, November 27-29 Nov 17, 2009
It also has launched Open Mobile Ventures Corporation (OMVION), a business unit focused on the research and development of portable, mobile and out-of-home transmission technology using over-the-air digital television spectrum. For more information, visit. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Spreadtrum Communications, Inc. Announces Third Quarter 2009 Results Nov 17, 2009
Total operating expenses in the third quarter 2009, including selling, general and administrative (SG&A) expenses and research and development (R&D) expenses, were US$13 ... Three months ended(in thousands of US dollars) September June September 30, 2008 30, 2009 30, 2009 (unaudited) (unaudited) (unaudited) Share-based compensation: Cost of revenue $121 $60 $106 Research and development $1,185 $632 $1,126 Selling, general, and administrative $1,108 $4,898 $777 Spreadtrum Communications, Inc.... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
