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This edition of Inside R&D TOE profiles innovations in thrombosis treatment and prevention, flow batteries, kenaf, photovoltaic cells, and food packaging. Inside R&D TechVision Opportunity Engine (TOE) covers global innovations that are in research and development in virtually all technology areas. We provide intelligence and insights on innovatio...

Changes in the way media has been consumed in the past few years creates both challenges and opportunities for traditional media and advertising companies. New digital technologies are disrupting existing business models and offer opportunities, which traditional enterprises are only beginning to acknowledge. This TOE provides a snapshot of the key...

This edition of the Medical Device TOE profiles MedTech innovations from UK. The innovations profiled in this issue have predominantly been developed by start-ups or early-stage companies, with plenty of potential for commercial application within and outside UK. Featuring both products and services, these innovations pertain to markets such as cli...

Issues plaguing lithium ion battery technology are driving the need for “post lithium-ion” batteries, where these alternative battery technologies refer to rechargeable (secondary) batteries that have the highest potential to replace lithium-ion battery technology. This edition of the Future Tech TechVision TOE depicts the current status of alt...

Need for viable material alternatives for conventional metals and ongoing lightweighting initiatives are leading to increasing adoption of plastics and composites in the automotive industry. While use of plastics in automotive interiors is established, research activities are also focused on the use of the plastic and composite resins for engine a...

Nanotechnology has gained attention for use in military applications. Several research activities in this regard can be seen in smart textiles, lightweight yet durable materials for weapons, sensors, and military medicine. This edition of Nanotech TOE profiles nanotechnology-based innovations for military applications. The Nanotech TechVision Oppo...

This issue of Microelectronics TOE covers recent developments in transistors. Innovations profiled include an ultralow-power transistor by the University of Cambridge, a gate-all-around nanowire transistor for space craft by Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, a fast silicon-based transistor by IHP GmbH, and transistors with improve...

This Industrial Bioprocessing TOE depicts trends across biodegradation of plastics. The TOE focuses on important innovations in biodegradable plastics covering additives that enhance biodegradability of plastics, cost-efficient technologies that degrade plastics, and microorganisms that enhance biodegradation of plastics. The corresponding patent s...

This edition of Genetic TOE profiles life sciences trends across diabetes and obesity management. The corresponding patent scenario is depicted along with the industry interactions. The Genetic TechVision Opportunity Engine (TOE) presents the latest R&D developments and advances with an emphasis on opportunities to profit in the explosive field of...