Heather Hobbs
MICROSCOPY& MICROTECHNIQUES
Involvement and Learning: Key Elements of MICROSCIENCE
MICROSCIENCE 2010 at Excel in London (Jun 28th – July 1st ) is promising
events and topics of interest to suit all involved in microscopy and microtechnology, with the chance to see the latest advances in technology at the integral Trade Exhibition. Providing a varied and inspiring programme of lectures and speakers, the International Conference boasts three parallel themes on each day covering Life, Materials, New Techniques and Frontiers. In addition the event also hosts the UK SPM which adds a 4th parallel theme to proceedings. This popular meeting, to be held on June 30th
and July 1st ,
will cover a wide range of topics associated with Scanning Probe Microscopy including main techniques such as atomic force microscopy and scanning tunnelling microscopy as well as more specialised versions. A variety of applications from biological molecules, biomaterials, polymers, crystals, metal and catalyst surfaces, nanostructures, nanomanipulation, instrument and probe development, and more, will be explored.
Part of the Royal Microscopical Society's remit is to teach and improve microscopy and a major feature at MICROSCIENCE is The Learning Zone, a fully equipped lab offering working scientists and technicians the opportunity to learn new techniques from their peers and the chance to discuss difficulties they may be having with specimen preparation. Located in the main hall, the Learning Zone is free and incorporates separate areas: Understanding Scanning Electron Microscopy; Understanding Light Microscopy; Understanding Digital Microscopy and Understanding Confocal Microscopy. In addition, there is a dedicated theatre that will host a programme of introductory talks. There's no need to book in advance, just turn up on the day.
Alongside the international trade exhibition will be the acclaimed programme of special ‘Hands-on’ Workshops. Originally introduced in 2002, the free to all workshops give visitors the chance to learn more about the practical details of the conference topics and microscopy in general. They all take place on the Main Hall Floor in one of workshop theatres and in the main conference lecture theatres during the lunchbreaks.
Also on display will be the short-listed entries received for the popular RMS International Micrograph Competition with winners to be revealed at the event. More than 100 micrographs were submitted this year with stunning entries in all categories; Light Microscopy - Life, Light Microscopy - Materials, Electron Microscopy - Life, and Electron Microscopy – Materials. “This competition goes from strength to strength,” said Dr Hutchison, a former President of the Society and one of this year’s judging panel. “We receive entries from all over the world, and the standard is very, very high. It is a great opportunity for microscopists to showcase their skills and their work, and it provides an outlet for those that can capture the breathtaking and engaging beauty of the microscopical world.”
Professor Chris Hawes, another former President of the Society and competition judge, said: “We look for images that have a scientific quality as well as outstanding aesthetic appeal. This provides us with truly eye- catching displays. We are sure that this year will generate another crop of outstanding entries and it is going to be a difficult task to pick the winners.”
The shortlisted images can be viewed now, along with details of registration for MICROSCIENCE 2010 and future RMS meetings on the Society’s website:
www.rms.org.uk/events
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NEWS Bringing you the latest Business News and updates from the Science Industry
Carl Zeiss Launches Photo Competition for Electron Microscopy
Carl Zeiss has launched a nano-imaging competition for the first time and is inviting all users of CZ electron and ion microscopes worldwide to submit entries up until August 29th 2010 on the company’s Nano Technology Systems website.
The website with the collection of the Nano-masterpieces is open to anyone who wants to view and vote on the submitted images. The four selected winners will receive a cinemizer Plus 3D video viewer.
“Fascinating electron microscope images are sitting around in numerous archives without an opportunity for recognition. With this competition, we want to give users of our systems an innovative platform to present their images and the underlying work to the public,” explained Dr Peter Fruhstorfer, Member of the Management Board of the Nano Technology Systems Division at Carl Zeiss.
‘A picture’ says more than a thousand words - and images taken with electron and ion microscopes frequently provide unique insights into the specimens and lead to new scientific-technical knowledge. At the same time, these images often feature outstanding aesthetic properties. “We are already anxiously awaiting your images,” adds Fruhstorfer.
Any images not more than two years old that were taken using particle beam systems from Carl Zeiss are eligible. Images can be entered in any of four categories: SEM, TEM, CrossBeam (FIB-SEM) and Helium-Ion Microscopy. For more information, please go to:
www.smt.zeiss.com/nanocontest
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Siemens Healthcare wins $70 Million Contract in the Middle East
The Iraqi Ministry of Health has ordered diagnostic imaging equipment from Siemens Healthcare that is destined for all Ministry of Health hospitals (around 100) across Iraq.
The recently signed contract has a value of around $70 million and is the biggest single order contract to be awarded to Siemens Healthcare in the Middle East. The products, which include magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography equipment, mobile x-rays and mammography systems, will help to increase diagnostic confidence, allowing for earlier detection of diseases. The equipment will be fully serviced over a period of five years.
The Minister of Health, Iraq, His Excellency Ali Saleh Al Hasnawi, commented, “We are excited to be working closely with Siemens to offer this broad range of diagnostic services to all Ministry hospitals across Iraq. We have been a regular customer of Siemens for more than 30 years and are confident of the quality of their products, innovative solutions and excellent service history.”
“We are very proud to announce this agreement as it means we are playing an active role in helping rebuild healthcare services in Iraq,” said Maurice Faber, Vice President Siemens Healthcare Sector Middle East. “One major result of this contract will be improved healthcare for all Iraqi people, and advanced breast cancer screening facilities for women in Iraq,” said Faber.
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