Agilent Technologies Presents Europhysics Prize for Pioneering Work with Carbon Nanotubes.News Editors/High-Tech & Science Writers BRIGHTON, England--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 11, 2002 Agilent Technologies This article needs sources or references that appear in reliable, third-party publications. Alone, primary sources and sources affiliated with the subject of this article are not sufficient for an accurate encyclopedia article. Inc. (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange :A) today presented the Agilent Technologies Europhysics Prize for Outstanding Achievement in Condensed Matter Physics con·densed matter physics n. See solid-state physics. condensed matter physics The scientific study of the properties of solids, liquids, and other forms of matter in which atoms or particles adhere to to four scientists for their pioneering work in the study of carbon nanotubes. The award was presented at a general conference of the European Physical Society The European Physical Society (EPS) is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to promote physics and physicists in Europe. Founded in 1968, its membership includes the national physical societies of 40 countries, and some 2500 individual members. (EPS (Encapsulated PostScript) A PostScript file format used to transfer a graphic image between applications and platforms. EPS files contain PostScript code as well as an optional preview image in TIFF, WMF, PICT or EPSI, the latter being an ASCII-only format. ). Agilent's Roberto Favaretto, vice president and general manager, Europe/Middle East/Africa, presented the 2001 award to Sumio Iijima Sumio Iijima (飯島 澄男 Iijima Sumio, born May 2, 1939) is a Japanese physicist, often cited as the discoverer of carbon nanotubes. Although carbon nanotubes had been observed prior to his "discovery"1 , Cees Dekker, Thomas Dekker, Thomas, c,1570–1632, English dramatist and pamphleteer. Little is known of his life except that he frequently suffered from poverty and served several prison terms for debt. He began his literary career c.1598 working for Philip Henslowe. W. Ebbesen and Paul L. McEuen for the discovery of multi- and single-walled carbon nanotubes and pioneering studies of their fundamental mechanical and electronic properties. "The Agilent Technologies Europhysics Prize demonstrates our commitment to fundamental contributions in scientific areas essential to Agilent's future," said Favaretto. "These researchers have made a key contribution by creating an entirely new field in condensed matter physics -- a field at the intersection of nanoscience, nanotechnology and molecular electronics." Since 1975, the award has been given to leading scientists in nearly every internationally important area of condensed matter physics. The award is one of the most prestigious prizes given by the EPS. In the past, eight recipients have gone on to win the Nobel Prize in physics The Nobel Prize in Physics (Swedish: Nobelpriset i fysik) is awarded once a year by the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences. It is one of the six Nobel Prizes. The first prize was awarded in 1901. or chemistry. Agilent has taken over the tradition from Hewlett-Packard Company of funding the prize by annual donations to the EPS. The Agilent Technologies Europhysics prize includes a cash award of 51,000 Swiss Francs and is given in recognition of scientific excellence in basic or applied research in the physics of solids and liquids, with particular emphasis on recent work that leads to advances in the fields of electronic, electrical and materials engineering. A committee appointed by the EPS, which includes Jim Hollenhorst, the director of the Electronic Research Laboratory at Agilent Laboratories, selects the recipient. The history of this year's award dates back to 1991, when Dr. Sumio Iijima discovered carbon nanotubes, cylindrical molecules with a diameter as small as a nanometer and a length up to many microns. Two years later, Dr. Iijima and T. Ichibashi succeeded in synthesizing single wall nanotubes. Since then, nanotubes have been found to possess remarkable physical properties that offer amazing possibilities in the creation of future nanoelectronics devices, circuits and computers. In 1996, Thomas Ebbesen and co-workers produced larger quantities of purified nanotubes and demonstrated that they are the stiffest known material with great potential for reinforced composites and nanoelectromechanical systems “NEMS” redirects here. For Brian Epstein's management company and record store, see NEMS Enterprises. Nanoelectromechanical systems or NEMS are similar to Microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) but smaller. (NEMS n. 1. (Zool.) The ichneumon. ). In 1997, the groups led by Cees Dekker and Paul McEuen reported equally remarkable electrical properties; namely, that nanotubes are one-dimensional conductors with either conducting or semiconducting properties, depending on their atomic structure. Both groups later demonstrated novel devices, including the first single-molecule nanotube A carbon molecule that resembles a cylinder made out of chicken wire one to two nanometers in diameter by any number of millimeters in length. Accidentally discovered by a Japanese researcher at NEC in 1990 while making Buckyballs, they have potential use in many applications. transistors and molecular diodes, which have potential application in nanoelectronics. Agilent Technologies' philanthropy programs, which funded the award, sponsor equipment grants and inquiry into research and technologies that address Agilent's strategic focus in the areas of telecommunications and life sciences. Information about the philanthropy programs is available on the Web at www.agilent.com/univ_relation and www.agilent.com/philanthropy. About Agilent Laboratories Agilent Laboratories, formerly part of Hewlett-Packard Laboratories, is one of the leading technological research centers in the world. Based in Palo Alto, Calif., Agilent Labs draws on the talents of more than 400 researchers and support staff. The Labs conduct applied research in communications, electronics, the life sciences, and measurement; fundamental research in bioscience, fiber optics fiber optics, transmission of digitized messages or information by light pulses along hair-thin glass fibers. Each fiber is surrounded by a cladding having a high index of refractance so that the light is internally reflected and travels the length of the fiber , materials, microelectronics, optoelectronics, and micromechanical systems; and basic research. Agilent Labs is focused on driving growth and profit for the company's businesses through technology innovation. Information about Agilent Laboratories is available on the Web at www.labs.agilent.com. About Agilent Technologies Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE:A) is a global technology leader in communications, electronics and life sciences. The company's 39,000 employees serve customers in more than 120 countries. Agilent had net revenue of $8.4 billion in fiscal year 2001. Information about Agilent is available on the Web at www.agilent.com. |
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