R-262

Laboratory Automation

by Savage

Published 1 January 2000
Lab automation promises to reshape the cost of lab services over the next decade. This 132-page report focuses on the latest trends in lab automation technology, including factors such as miniaturization, pre-analytical processing, biometrics, process control software, and data management. The report assesses current and future lab automation markets and technologies, and provides extensive resources and contact information for key contacts in the field.

R-251

Competitive Technology Intelligence (CTI) was invented by companies that experienced a sudden dramatic transformation in their competitive environment. CTI can give you early warnings of threats from competitors and advance notice of new partnership and investment opportunities. This 232 page report shows you how the best-in-class organizations are using CTI to stay aware of what "the other guys" are up to . . . and how this knowledge translates into critical decisions that will help your company stay ahead of the pack.

R-253

Powerful New Tool

by Savage

Published 7 June 1999
Literally hundreds of companies and research institutes are pursuing combinatorial chemistry, or "chemical diversity," activities worldwide. It is estimated that by 2008, some $115 billion in product sales will have originated from this type of research. This 179-page report provides in-depth discussion of the technology, the markets, and the leading companies and research groups in this increasingly important field.

R-254

Optical Sensor

by Savage

Published 31 August 1999
This 132-page report is a comprehensive overview of the current state of optical sensor technology, part of an optoelectronics market that is forecast to grow at 10% per year through 2013. Current and emerging optical sensor technologies are discussed, along with their applications and markets; the latest SIC codes and standards are listed; major private, academic, and federal research efforts are fully explored; and an appendix lists key sources with full contact information, as well as other useful resources.