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Ziptrak Original Track-Guided Blinds System Resolves Top Pain Points for over 4,500 Singaporean Homes and Businesses

SINGAPORE, Nov 3, 2020 - (ACN Newswire) - Ziptrak(R), the original patented track-guided blind system based in Australia, has been making balcony and semi-outdoor spaces in Singapore more usable, protecting homes and businesses from sun glare, rain, noise, UV radiation and heat. To date, it has been installed in over 4,500 residences and commercial spaces with a proven track record of durability, where less than one percent of units installed required full replacements.Track-guided blinds are designed so that the blind material moves along a track, preventing wind and insects from entering, and cold air to escape from. Unlike traditional cabled blinds, which flap about in the wind and are exposed at the sides, the blind material will remain in the tracks and continue to protect your spaces, come rain or shine. The trifecta of quality, experience and innovation has been making waves since the very first installation of Ziptrak blinds at IMM Outlet Mall in December 2012, to its introduction to the Singapore market in early 2017. 1. QUALITY - Every component is selected for its strength and durability; with a 2m by 2m blind being able to withstand a static load equivalent to wind spee...

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Zhonghua Gas Holdings Limited Proposed Issue of Convertible Bonds in the Principal Amount of HK$97,800,000

HONG KONG, Nov 3, 2020 - (ACN Newswire) - Zhonghua Gas Holdings Limited (the "Company"; Stock Code: 8246) together with its subsidiaries (collective namely the "Group") today announces that on 2 November 2020 (after trading hours), the Company entered into Subscription Agreement with the wholly-owned subsidiary of Kai Yuan Holdings Limited (Stock Code: 1215) ("the Subscriber"), pursuant to which the Company has conditionally agreed to issue and the Subscriber has conditionally agreed to subscribe for the three-year Convertible Bonds in the aggregate principal amount of HK$97,800,000. The initial conversion price is HK$0.27 each (subject to adjustments). As at the date of this announcement, the Company has a total of 3,622,136,000 Shares in issue. Assuming there is no further issue or repurchase of the Shares, based on the initial Conversion Price of HK$0.27 per Conversion Share and assuming full conversion of the Convertible Bonds took place, the Convertible Bonds will be convertible into 362,222,222 Conversion Shares, representing approximately 10.00% of the existing issued share capital of the Company as at the date of this announcement and approximately 9.09% of the issued share...

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Raffles Financial Enters into Joint Venture Agreement with Raffles Infrastructure Investment

SINGAPORE, Nov 3, 2020 - (ACN Newswire) - Raffles Financial Pte Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Raffles Financial Group Limited (CSE: RICH) (FSE: 4VO) (OTC: RAFFF) ("Raffles", "the Company" or "RF"), today announces that the Company has entered into a Joint Venture Agreement with Raffles Infrastructure Investment Pte Ltd. ("RII"), a subsidiary of Raffles Infrastructure Holdings Limited listed in Singapore under symbol LUY. The Parties intend to collaborate in a joint venture company ("JVC"), MFUND Limited, which upon completion shall be renamed into "Raffles Infrastructure Capital Limited", a company incorporated in Hong Kong.The joint venture is in line with the Company's long-term objective of seeking opportunities and growth of its business and operations."Asia infrastructure spending is forecast at US$5.3 trillion by 2025*. Raffles Infrastructure's core competency is in the planning and developing of infrastructural projects in Asia, particularly China, while Raffles Financial is focused on the global fund raising and corporate finance advisory. The JV can provide a complete suite of infrastructure development solutions to governments and their developers," comments Dr. Charl...

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BioVaxys Files Patent Application for Novel COVID-19 Diagnostic for T-Cell Immunity

Vancouver, BC, Nov 2, 2020 - (ACN Newswire) - BioVaxys Technology Corp. (CSE: BIOV) ("BioVaxys" or "the Company"), a world leader in haptenized protein vaccine research and development, announced today that it has filed a Provisional Patent Application with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office entitled METHOD AND KIT FOR DETECTION OF CELL MEDIATED IMMUNE RESPONSE related to the potential development of a diagnostic for evaluating the presence or absence of a T-cell immune response to SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.The BioVaxys method is based on measuring an immune response in a human showing no signs or symptoms of an active SARS-CoV-2 infection by administering a skin test of a subunit of the SARS-CoV-2 S-protein. Using Delayed Type Hypersensitivity[1] ("DTH"), a method which is known to demonstrate prior exposure and T cell immunity to tuberculosis[2], the immune system causes an inflammatory response that develops 24 to 72 hours after exposure. This type of immune response involves mainly T-cells rather than antibodies, which are made by B-cells.If ultimately successful, the diagnostic is intended to provide a low-cost, easy-to-administer, and accurate way to test f...

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Dusit International to manage its first Dusit Thani hotel in Kyoto, Japan

BANGKOK, Nov 2, 2020 - (ACN Newswire) - Dusit International, one of Thailand's leading hotel and property development companies, has signed a hotel management agreement with Yasuda Real Estate Co., Ltd., a community-focused property developer based in Tokyo, to operate the luxury Dusit Thani Kyoto - its first Dusit-branded hotel in Japan.Dusit Thani Kyoto is designed to blend seamlessly with its traditional surrounds in the heart of the citySigned through D&J Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Dusit International based in Tokyo, the historic deal reflects Dusit's commitment to sustainable expansion by bringing long-term value to its local communities through creating jobs, contributing to the economy, and encouraging responsible tourism.Located in the heart of the city, only 850 metres from Kyoto Station in the Honganji Monzen-machi district, the new property will comprise approximately 150 rooms set over four floors. Facilities will include a Thai-themed all-day dining restaurant, a Japanese specialty restaurant, a lobby lounge and bar, function rooms, a health club equipped for fitness, and wellness facilities. Guests will enjoy easy access to nearby attractions such as Higashi Honga...

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80 Acres Farms Raises Funding Round Led by Barclays to Accelerate Growth in Automated Vertical Farming Technology

Hamilton, Ohio, Nov 2, 2020 - (ACN Newswire) - 80 Acres Farms, the sustainable solution for fresh, pesticide-free food, announced that it added Barclays as a strategic investor in the business, joining Virgo Investments, Orange Wings Capital, QuietStar Capital, and other family office investors.80 Acres Farms'. Fully-Automated vertical farm located in Hamilton, OH80 Acres Farms is a 2019 fellow from the Unreasonable Impact Americas program and award winner recognized for their work addressing the global pandemic's effects. 80 Acres Farms addresses both sustainability and food security through growing food differently with vertical farming technology and reducing water usage by 97% on less than 1% of the land, with 300x the yield.Mike Zelkind, CEO of 80 Acres Farms, said: "There has been an explosion in demand for fresh, locally grown, nutritious food, and this investment round enables us to continue to meet that demand at the right unit economics. We look forward to developing our relationship with Barclays and their global network through our shared passion for enhancing sustainability in this industry."Andrew Challis, Co-Head of Principal Investments at Barclays, said: "80 Acres ...

IDC giant GDS secondary listing receives great support led by its promising prospect

HONG KONG, Nov 2, 2020 - (ACN Newswire) - According to South China Morning Post. At present, China's digital economy is developing rapidly. As the information infrastructure is closely related to the development of the Internet, IDC demand has experienced strong growth, and IDC business revenue has continued to grow rapidly. GDS Holdings Limited ("GDS"), the absolute leader in China's IDC industry, initiated its secondary listing amid the good timing of the industry's development, and was officially listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange today, which has been enthusiastically sought after by market investors.GDS actively makes its presence in the first-tier cities to seize high-quality resources. Its data centers are mainly located in Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Hong Kong, Chengdu and Chongqing. All of which are major financial, commercial, industrial and communications hubs in various regions of China. In addition, the features of high power density and low PUE of the data centers owned by GDS can effectively help customers reduce their operating costs, proving that GDS has formed a strong competitiveness in providing services to customers.The data centers operated by ...

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Captiva Verde Comprehensive Update

Coquitlam, British Columbia, Nov 2, 2020 - (ACN Newswire) - Captiva Verde Land Corp. (CSE: PWR) (OTC: CPIVF) (the "Company"), is pleased to report an update on all of our major operating business segments plus our recommendation of a financial newsletter written by an award winning portfolio manager.Financial Newsletter - Grit CapitalCaptiva Verde sponsored an investor event in Las Vegas in December 2019 with Grit Capital. Beginning November 1, 2020, Grit Capital has launched a very efficient and easy to read, fun, exceedingly informative, and highly impactful Investment Newsletter that covers emerging trends, themes and investment ideas which is based on where big money and momentum is moving in the market, long before the general investing public studies the available information. The newsletter is written by Genevieve Roch-Decter, CFA, a former $100 Million+ small cap portfolio manager who's fund was ranked #1 for 3 of the 7 years she ran it (as ranked by Globe & Mail - GlobeFunds). We strongly recommend all of our shareholders and all interested friends and family to subscribe to the free newsletter at https://gritcapital.substack.comSolargram Farms ("SGF")SGF just complete...

Tianjin Development Change of Shareholding Structure of Intermediate Controlling Shareholder

HONG KONG, Nov 2, 2020 - (ACN Newswire) - Tianjin Development Holdings Limited ("Tianjin Development", stock code: 882.HK) has announced that an internal integration between its intermediate controlling shareholder, Tianjin Tsinlien Investment Holdings Co., Ltd. ("Tsinlien Investment Holdings") and Tianjin TEDA Investment Holding Co., Ltd. ("TEDA Holding") is to be implemented.Tianjin Development, said, "In order to implement the three-year action plan for state-owned enterprise reform, the Tianjin Government will further strengthen state-owned capital so as to build up a strong reputation for the reform and growth of Tianjin's state-owned enterprises, as well as implement multiple measures to enhance their overall strengths. Upon completion of the integration, TEDA Holding will directly hold 100% shareholding interest in Tsinlien Investment Holdings. However, Tsinlien Investment Holdings' shareholding interest in Tianjin Development will not be affected. The ultimate control over Tsinlien Investment Holdings and Tianjin Development remains with the Tianjin Government." Copyright 2020 ACN Newswire. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

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UNISOC Completes Multi-vendor 5G SA Chip Interoperability Testing

SHANGHAI, Nov 2, 2020 - (ACN Newswire) - UNISOC completed multi-vendor 5G standalone (SA) chip interoperability testing and ZUC verification testing on October 15, with major system vendors. The tests confirm that UNISOC 5G chips are fully interoperable with system equipment vendors and support the ZUC encryption algorithm, laying the foundation for large-scale commercialization of 5G SA terminals.The tests were organized by IMT-2020 (5G) Promotion Group at the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology (CAICT), using smartphones powered by the UNISOC T7510. UNISOC successfully completed the 5G SA chip interoperability testing with ZTE, Nokia Shanghai Bell and Ericsson, and the ZUC verification test with ZTE.In the 5G SA chip interoperability test, following 3GPP R15 F60 standards, the UNISOC T7510 completed testing for 280 items, covering the physical layer, RRC layer, NAS layer, service bearing, network slicing and NR-LTE mobility and EPS Fallback. In the ZUC performance test, smartphones with the UNISOC T7510 completed 18 test cases for uplink/downlink rate, encryption delay, and integrity protection at data level. ZUC, or Zu Chongzhi, is a central 3GPP Confident...

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Hangcheng GBA Youth Entrepreneurship (Employment) Camp: Helping Returning Students Starting Jobs or Own Businesses

SHENZHEN, CHINA, Oct 31, 2020 - (ACN Newswire) - The Greater Bay Area / GBA Youth Entrepreneurship (Employment) Camp, open for only three months, proudly announces success in helping overseas students find jobs and start their own businesses. More than 50 job seekers and entrepreneurs have joined the Camp for consultation and classes, while 16 entrepreneurial teams have settled in. The Camp held activities during this first quarter, talent, entrepreneurship and policy meetings, lectures on intellectual property (IP) and legal ownership, and courses to help prepare graduates and resident teams to solve issues they will encounter as entrepreneurs. At the same time, Hangcheng GBA Youth Entrepreneurship (Employment) Camp has published articles addressing policies, questions and apprehensions, empowering overseas students returnees.To help returning overseas students find jobs, and provide an entrepreneurial environment free of worries, Hangcheng, Bao'an District, Shenzhen established the Hangcheng GBA Youth Entrepreneurship (Employment) Camp. [10/27/20]The Coronavirus outbreak of 2020 brought challenges to all countries; an International Labor Organization survey suggested that one-six...

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Valarhash Launches New Service Series for its Mining Hosting Operations

CHENGDU, CHINA, Oct 31, 2020 - (ACN Newswire) - Valarhash, a leader in digital asset services, officially launches a new series of cryptocurrency miner hosting services, now enabling customers with remote online access to the operations of their mining machines. Registered users will have many features such as selecting their mining pool, withdrawing options and even re-selling their mining machine on the platform. Customers can purchase machines from Valarhash or other providers and have them shipped to the Valarhash mining farms.Valarhash is launching the new service series following an earlier announcement launching miner machine hosting plans. With versatility being of the utmost importance, Valarhash adds the new series of features in order to distinguish itself from its counterparts. The Valarhash mining pool charges a handling fee of 2%, and users are free to assign a designated mining pool for their mining machine based on their needs, offering a customizable experience. This ensures a reliable supply of computing power to consumers which can be viewed in real-time via an app or web management system built by the platform.Kevin Huang, co-founder of Valarhash, said "given th...

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The Edvantage Group (0382.HK)’s Edvantage Institute (Singapore) Benefits from Hong Kong-Singapore Travel Bubble

HONG KONG, Oct 30, 2020 - (ACN Newswire) - Edvantage Group Holdings Limited ("Edvantage Group" or the "Company", together with its subsidiaries, the "Group"; stock code: 0382.HK), the largest private higher education group in the Greater Bay Area is pleased to announce that its Edvantage Institute (Singapore) ('EIS') had commenced operation as scheduled. EIS, formerly a language school, brings quality and renowned tutors in language education together, and its online English programmes taught by Singaporean native tutors are now wildly popular, which proves the COVID-19 pandemic has not hindered Chinese and Singaporean students' learning ambitions. As Hong Kong and Singapore have already reached an in-principle agreement to establish a bilateral Travel Bubble, overseas studies and experience are now awaiting students.Left: Singaporean tutors teaching online English courses for students in China; Middle: Teachers and students merrily gathering at EIS; Right: Renowned tutors lecturing at EISCampus Situated at Premium Location, International Financial Hub Strengthens Global HorizonNYU Language School, the predecessor of EIS, has over a 20-year history with a well-developed English tea...

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Avance Clinical Wins MasterControl 2020 Innovation Excellence Award

ADELAIDE, AU, Oct 30, 2020 - (ACN Newswire) - The leading Australian CRO for biotechs, and Frost & Sullivan 2020 Asia-Pacific CRO Market Leadership Award winner, Avance Clinical today accepted the MasterControl 2020 Innovation Excellence Award in a virtual ceremony.L-R: Priyanka Chamoli, Director Quality Assurance, Emma Woolman, Senior Compliance and Training Officer, Yvonne Lungershausen, Avance Clinical's CEO, and Lisa Eglinton, Director Compliance and Training.Avance Clinical made the announcement today at AusBiotech 2020 (28 - 30 October, 2020).https://www.ausbiotechnc.org/Avance Clinical CEO Yvonne Lungershausen said the company was very pleased to be awarded such recognition by MasterControl, a leader in the clinical digital management technology. The MasterControl Clinical Excellence solution streamlines eTMF management and helps clients achieve real-time visibility into critical clinical processes across operational teams - all on one centralized platform. https://www.mastercontrol.com/clinical/"The award acknowledges our leadership as Australia's biotech CRO and it provides further confidence to our clients that we are serious about delivering quality clinical research...

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Agilex Biolabs Client Shasqi Announces Click Chemistry Breakthrough with First-Ever Human Application in Launch of Clinical Program

ADELAIDE, AU, Oct 30, 2020 - (ACN Newswire) - Agilex Biolabs, Australia's most advanced FDA-inspected specialist bioanalytical laboratory for clinical trials, congratulates client company Shasqi on the announcement of the first-ever application of click chemistry in humans, with the launch of the Company's lead clinical candidate, SQ3370. Shasqi is the first Y Combinator-backed biotech company to reach clinical development.San Francisco-based Shasqi said in the announcement: First Patients Dosed in Phase 1 Clinical Study of SQ3370 for Advanced Solid Tumor Malignancies Shasqi is First Y-Combinator Biotech Company to Reach First-in-Human Clinical StudiesShasqi, a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing precision activated oncology therapeutics with its proprietary Click Activated Protodrugs Against Cancer (CAPACtm) Platform, announced today the first-ever application of click chemistry in humans, with the launch of the Company's lead clinical candidate, SQ3370. Shasqi is the first Y Combinator-backed biotech company to reach clinical development. The first two patients have been dosed in Shasqi's Phase 1 clinical study of SQ3370 for the treatment of advanced solid tumors. SQ3...

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Raffles Announces 2020 Fiscal Year-End Financial Results

Vancouver, BC, Oct 29, 2020 - (ACN Newswire) - Raffles Financial Group Limited (CSE: RICH) (FSE: 4VO) (OTC: RAFFF) ("Raffles" or "the Company") today announces its financial results for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2020, highlighted by revenue of $8,866,672 and adjusted comprehensive income before other items and income tax expenses of $12,220,573. All amounts expressed are in Singapore dollars.2020 Financial Highlights:- Total Revenue of $8,866,672 (2019: $11,533,334)- Adjusted comprehensive income before other items and income tax expenses3 of $12,220,573 (2019: $10,750,652)- Cash Flow from operations of $7,044,654 (2019: $11,002,734)- The Company generated cash inflow from financing activities of $20,296,000 (2019: cash outflow of $8,900,000) related to the completion of a private placement for gross proceeds of $20,296,000.Comparative Summary of Key Financial Metrics for 2019 and 20202020 - 2019Revenue $8,866,672 $11,533,334Unrealized gain on investments $4,748,139 -Operating expenses(*1) $1,565,443 $782,682Listing expenses for RTO(*2) $6,052,280 -Adjusted comprehensive income before other items and income tax expenses(*3) $12,220,573 $10,750,652Net Income (Loss) ($425,229) $...

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Smartac Introduces Two International Beauty Brands to Develop Local Retail Market amid Pandemic

HONG KONG, Oct 29, 2020 - (ACN Newswire) - Smartac International Holdings Limited (stock code: 395; "Smartac" or the "Group") is proud to introduce two international beauty brands, Grace Cole and Mimi Luzon. This marks the Group's official launch of its retail business, which will first commence in Hong Kong, and will expand gradually to the Greater China Region. Grace Cole kiosks at LCX (left) and K11 (right) shopping malls in Tsim Sha TsuiThe first Mimi Luzon concept store in Hong Kong will be opening tomorrow (30 October)A leading brand renowned for its fragrant bath and body products from the UK, Grace Cole offers a collection of bath, personal care and household fragrance products. To ensure the highest quality, its products are designed and produced in England using only the finest ingredients that are animal-testing free. Established in 2007, Grace Cole products are sold in many countries worldwide. In 2015, it garnered the "Queen's Award for Enterprise". The Group has set up kiosks at the LCX and K11 shopping malls in Tsim Sha Tsui since October 2020 and an online store will be opened at Tmall.HK to facilitate cross-border e-commerce in Mainland China. The Group plans to ad...

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CITIC Telecom CPC X OpenRice Cooking up Technological Transformation with a Food Tech Ecosystem, To Always Deliver More Than Expected

HONG KONG, Oct 29, 2020 - (ACN Newswire) - CITIC Telecom International CPC Limited ("CITIC Telecom CPC"), a wholly owned subsidiary of CITIC Telecom International Holdings Limited (SEHK:1883) together with the most popular and award-winning dinning guide OpenRice today celebrate their business collaboration. Using innovative technology to build a reliable dining experience and one-stop merchant platform, in reaching new heights for Asia FoodTech Ecosystems, OpenRice has won three category awards at the "IDC Digital Transformation Awards" - Omni-experience Innovator - Hong Kong, and DX CEO - Hong Kong and Regional.From right to left: Group photo of Mr. Daniel Kwong, Chief Information and Innovation Officer from CITIC Telecom CPC, Mr. Joe Yau, CEO at OpenRice, and Mr. Taylor Lam, Senior Vice President of Product Development & Management at CITIC Telecom CPC."Innovation Never Stops. Our Digitalization strategy is simple, it not only about machines and technologies, but also about talent and customer experience. We are putting people at the centre of the DX Journey, and truly believe it is people's skills and their ability to learn, adapt, change and innovate that makes any technol...

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Tianzow Breeding (1248.HK) harnesses a favourable industry situation by bringing three cornerstone investors into the market

HONG KONG, Oct 29, 2020 - (ACN Newswire) - According to SCMP: According to the recently announced third quarter performance forecasts, all major listed breeding companies have recorded varying degrees of profit growth. Meanwhile, Huaan Securities believes the price of live pigs has stabilized and rebounded, and is expected to remain relatively high in 2020-2021. In terms of new IPOs, Sichuan Tianzow Breeding Technology Co., Ltd. (1248.HK), a newcomer in the industry, began its public offering period from October 29 to November 6 and has priced its shares at a price ranging between HK$26.00 to HK$38.80. The company plans to become listed publicly on the Hong Kong Main Board on November 16.Tianzow Breeding mainly provides high-quality breeding stock and market hogs, as well as related ancillary products and services. According to a report by China Insights Consultancy, in 2019, the company ranked first among all breeding stock farming companies in China in terms of breeding stock sales revenue and was also one of the top 50 market hogs companies in China. Tianzow Breeding has reportedly entered cornerstone investment agreements with the following cornerstone investors: controlling sh...

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TANAKA Receives 2020 Technology Award from Catalyst Manufacturers Association, Japan

TOKYO, Oct 29, 2020 - (ACN Newswire) - TANAKA Holdings Co., Ltd. (Head office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director & CEO: Koichiro Tanaka) announced today that TANAKA Kikinzoku Kogyo K.K. (Head office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director & CEO: Koichiro Tanaka), which operates the TANAKA Precious Metals manufacturing business, has received the 2020 Technology Award from the Catalyst Manufacturers Association, Japan, (CMAJ). The award was in recognition of the company's joint development of a hydrophobic precious metal catalyst in collaboration with the National Institutes for Quantum and Radiological Science and Technology (Headquarters: Chiba-shi, Chiba; President: Toshio Hirano; QST). Hitoshi Kubo, from TANAKA, and Yasunori Iwai, from QST, received the award and gave an acceptance speech at the 2020 CMAJ award ceremony, held online on October 14.Hydrophobic precious metal catalystHydrophobic precious metal catalyst floating on waterExamples of Hydrophobic Precious Metal Catalyst ProductsThe hydrophobic precious metal catalyst for which the Technology Award was received was developed through a collaboration between TANAKA and QST. It was developed as an ambie...