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The state-of-the-art in infrared scene projection uses micro-machined resistor arrays. While a proven technology, these arrays are limited in frame-rate and dynamic range, and can be prohibitively costly as array size increases. Alternative technologies ...

DESCRIPTION provided by applicant The purpose of this proposal is to develop a validated physiological model of the cardio renal axis for submission to the FDA Medical Device Development Tool pilot program The model will be used to aid in the development and regulation of devices intended to treat hypertension Examples include medical devices for renal nerve ablation electrical stimulation ...

Tinea capitis scalp ringworm is a fungal dermatophyte infection of scalp hair follicles that afflicts of the U S pediatric population Tinea capitis is a major health care disparity because it occurs predominantly among individuals with a disadvantaged socioeconomic background and sub Saharan African descent Diagnosis of tinea capitis is currently dependent on culture and microscopy Both ...

DESCRIPTION provided by applicant This Small Business Innovation Research project aims to develop an innovative eye drop formulation for the treatment of diabetic retinopathy The goal of this proposal is to develop substantial efficacy safety and pharmacokinetic data to support the clinical development of topical fenofibrate We hypothesize that topical application of fenofibrate can reduce ...

For the last few decades, there has been great activity aimed at developing III-V based alternatives to HgCdTe for LWIR detection. The goals include improved cost, uniformity, size/weight/power consumption, and performance. This III-V detector activity includes both materials advances and device design. Based on recent developments, there appears to be an excellent opportunity for a breakthrough i ...

LWIR is well suited for free space communications because of its atmospheric window and low scattering by dust, precipitation, and fog. Due to recent developments of QCLs, the technology is poised to provide the high speed LWIR transmitter for such a free space communication system. However, a corresponding advance in LWIR detectors for the high-speed receiver is needed. The specifics of the LWIR ...

In the proposed SBIR effort, Rocky Research is using innovative technologies developed during Phase I to further develop an Efficient, Lightweight, Multi-power, Modular, and Rugged refrigerator for the US Army. Improved vapor-compression cycle with addition of Phase-Change Material, ejectors, variable speed technology for energy efficiency, electronics for multi-power capability, Carbon fiber stru ...

Infrared devices fabricated using III-V strained-layer superlattice (SLS) materials have many advantages over present state-of-the-art HgCdTe detectors, e.g., cost, manufacturability, operability, and theoretically lower Auger generation rates. However, due to the presence of inherent growth related defects the SLS materials have not achieved full potential. While growth improvements are anticipat ...

The extended short wavelength infrared (e-SWIR) wavelength band is a performance gap for infrared detectors. At both shorter and longer wavelengths, high performance detector technologies exist: SWIR InGaAs detectors (1.7 m cutoff), and MWIR (3-5 m cutoff) detectors such as InAs-based and GaSb-based Unipolar Barriers, MCT, and InSb. This program proposes development of high performance e-SWIR dete ...

Abstract Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma PDAC is a devastating cancer with an extremely low year survival rate even for those who are diagnosed early Novel research suggests that this may be the result of metastatic dissemination preceding or concurrent to the development of the primary tumor Epithelial mesenchymal transition EMT is one of the key pathways in pancreatic cancer invasion ...