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Table of Contents Solid State Technology Year 2004 Issue 5	NEWS Particles NEWS particles Two Researchers Unveil S Two researchers unveil springboard to new particle detection systems Rashid Bashir, a Purdue University associate professor of electrical and biomedical engineering, recently unveiled a technique that could provide a springboard—literally—to new particle detection systems. Sematech Texas Form Cent Sematech, Texas form center for next-gen semiconductor research The late March announcement of the creation of the Advanced Materials Research Center (AMRC) here marked a $40 million down payment on a $200 million promise from Texas Governor Rick Perry to the semiconductor research consortium, Sematech, Inc. John Haystead Named New *John Haystead named new CleanRooms* editor** John Haystead, most recently chief editor of Pharm Tech magazine, an Advanstar publication, has been named new chief editor for CleanRooms. Titania Nanotube Arrays Titania nanotube arrays promise self-cleaning, hydrogen-sensing ability Scientists at Penn State University have demonstrated the hydrogen-sensing and self-cleaning capabilities of cost-effective titania nanotube arrays—a technology that could provide a two-fold benefit for cleanrooms and have a profound affect on both hydrogen sensing and contamination control. Cleanzone ISO releases final draft of separative devices standard When the ISO Technical Committee 209, ISO/TC 209, sat down to hammer out a draft standard on separative devices, the members—some from the semiconductor side and some from the life science side—immediately concluded that their needs were unique. Sia To Pick Cancer Study SIA to pick cancer study contractor by end of the year The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) says a contractor will be in place by the end of the year to conduct a retrospective epidemiological cancer study among U.S. chip fabrication employees.

COLUMNS Setting The Standard Cleanroom ergonomic seating fills many roles setting the standard Properly designed seating fills a multifaceted role in a cleanroom. Ergonomic chairs provide comfort and support for workers, helping them stay productive.

FEATURES Improving Production Mai Improving production, maintaining GMPs with a revamped purified water system A drug manufacturer meets growing production and purity demands by using bead and crevice–free fusion technology to build upon existing polyvinylidene fluoride piping Controlling Electrostati Controlling electrostatic contamination in cleanroom manufacturing Eliminating static charge in high technology and life science applications results in improved yield and quality, and lower costs for maintenance and rework Special Report Stopped at the border A separate nanotechnology clean area captures two contrasting cleanroom processes.

DEPARTMENTS Unfiltered Beyond utilitarian Texas A&M University's new lab designed to entice top talent Inventors Corner Inventor's Corner

PRODUCTS Product Spotlight ESD abatement No matter where you sit, stand or walk, or what you wear in a critical cleanroom environment, eliminating electrostatic discharge is a crucial consideration. To eliminate shocking results, check out this sampling of recent ESD abatement products. New Products New Products

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