An all-optical associative learning element An all-optical element which can mimic the associative learning process of humans and animals. Read more
Increasing turbine efficiency by design A new and unconventional approach to high-pressure vane design delivers improved engine/stage efficiency for gas and steam turbines. Read more
Electrical control of defects in liquid crystals Locked-in polymeric liquid crystal (LC) structures facilitate a fast, direct transition between high- and low-energy LC states, when varying the strength of the electric field applied Read more
A method for genetic modification of biofilms The application of ultrasonic cavitation to induce gene uptake by established biofilms. Read more
Rotary Renewable Generation Turning common induction motors into efficient, economic, low-maintenance, gearless electrical generators. Read more
Speckle Reducer for laser imaging, projection displays and sensors Oxford researchers have developed a new device for tackling the problem of “speckle” when using lasers for displays and imaging. Read more
Improved scanning probe microscope functionality Low cost scanning probe microscope stage with integrated optical light source. Read more