Terahertz (THz) radiation, a frequency band sitting between infrared and microwave bands, enables a wide range of applications spanning from astronomy to biomedicine. However, ultrahigh-sensitive THz detection at the single-photo level remains elusive. Realizing THz technologies at this resolution would push the scope of far-infrared spectroscopy and communication technologies; therefore, it has attracted significant attention in research.

It’s a fact of life in industrial processing that in order to accomplish “good” things you must sometimes have to work with potentially “bad” things. Such is the case with liquid hydrogen, or LH2. For example, as the industrial world continues to look for new ways to move away from the use of traditional fossil fuels to power vehicles and industrial processes, a number of alternatives have begun to rise to the fore. For the most part, this quest to expand the energy pool via “green” clean-energy alternatives is being driven by environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives that are aimed at reducing the high carbon footprint, greenhouse gas emissions and ozone depletion potential that are implicit in fossil fuel usage, which many argue are at the forefront of global climate change.

In the ongoing battle against cancer, IceCure Medical is providing minimally invasive, lifesaving options for patients with its revolutionary cryoablation technology, particularly through its flagship product, the ProSense® System. This state-of-the-art system offers an alternative to traditional surgical methods, effectively targeting both benign and malignant tumors while significantly enhancing patient comfort and recovery. IceCure’s approach is particularly timely, as the demand for less invasive treatments that improve patient outcomes and minimize the physical and emotional toll of cancer care continues to grow. Its cryoablation technology represents a groundbreaking shift in how tumors are treated.

Guy Gistau-Baguer, an iconic figure in the field of cryogenics, passed away August 25, 2024, leaving behind a significant scientific and technical legacy. Born on June 22, 1940, in Génos, France, he graduated from the École Nationale Supérieure des Arts et Métiers in 1963. His career was marked by an unwavering passion for innovation and research, making him a pioneer in cryogenics, particularly in the refrigeration and liquefaction of helium.

Brad Sutton, Technical Director at the Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology’s Biomedical Imaging Center and Professor of Bioengineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, has been named a Fellow by the International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine (ISMRM) as of May 6, 2024. This honor recognizes his significant contributions to magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), particularly in developing advanced algorithms that reconstruct brain images from raw MRI data. Sutton’s innovative approach transforms complex, indecipherable data into usable images, crucial for visualizing and interpreting brain structures.

In a landmark development for green technology, New Zealand-based Fabrum, an industry leader in zero-emission transition technologies, has successfully partnered with Australian mining giant Fortescue to design, build and commission the largest liquid hydrogen plant at a mine site in Australia. This state-of-the-art facility, unveiled in August at Fortescue’s Christmas Creek mine, represents a significant step forward in the decarbonization of heavy industry and mining operations.

To complement its family of sub-Kelvin cryostats, Danaher Cryogenics announces the release of its new Rodeo Control System. In an elegant, compact package, the Rodeo Control System gives the user great functionality, including system configuration and control, data collection and graphing, and system status. The Rodeo system is composed of the HorseBox Temperature Controller, Danaher’s proprietary HorsePower software, a touchscreen monitor and computer. 

Google’s recent patent filing shows the company is focused at advancing cryogenic cooling systems for quantum computing that don’t just target a pressing challenge — maintaining the near-zero temperatures required for quantum systems to function effectively — but also work in they hybrid quantum-classical environment that most experts anticipate will emerge.

Keysight Technologies, Inc., announced a groundbreaking achievement in RF power measurement with the successful demonstration of a commercial RF power sensor operating at cryogenic temperatures as low as 3 Kelvin. This innovative advancement is a crucial enabler for precise measurements in quantum computing and other cryogenic applications.

Temperature-controlled supply chain solutions firm Cryoport has partnered with VGCI, a subsidiary of GeneOne Life Science, to support the development of cell and gene therapies and mRNA-based treatments. Under terms of the deal, Cryoport will provide biostorage and bioservices for plasmid DNA products manufactured at VGXI’s facilities in the Woodlands, Texas, and its headquarters and manufacturing location, also in Texas.

For the first time, scientists at Paderborn University in Germany have utilized high-performance computing (HPC) to perform large-scale analysis of quantum photonics, marking a significant step forward in the field. By employing customized open-source algorithms, they conducted quantum tomography on a photonic quantum detector at an unprecedented scale. This integration of classical computing and quantum technology opens new doors for advanced quantum applications and measurement techniques.

TransTech Group, a portfolio company of Bridge Industries, has acquired Cryogenic Technology Resources (CTR), a provider of engineered solutions for the industrial gas sector. The buy-out aims to strengthen TransTech’s position in the cryogenic and high-pressure gas storage and transfer market, including advanced automation and control technologies.

Multiple cryostats have been developed and released including; microcrack fracture toughness and shear fixtures, with others, such as impact, under development. Understanding properties of materials at cryogenic temperatures is time consuming and costly, with limited existing UK capability. Driving transformational change in the field of cryogenics, the capability introduced by NCC will reduce the time, cost and complexity of cryogenic testing.

In an era where operational flexibility, speed, and reduced noise signatures are critical for military aviation, Horizon Aircraft’s innovative Cavorite X7 is positioning itself as a game-changer. With its fan-in-wing technology, the Cavorite X7 is designed to meet the growing demands of modern military operations, offering advantages in areas such as medical evacuation, covert missions, and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR).

On October 8, 2024, attocube systems AG was honored with the prestigious Quantum Effects Award, recognizing their groundbreaking contributions to bridging traditional and quantum technologies. This award celebrates innovations that drive the commercial use of quantum technologies, and attocube was specifically recognized in the category of ‘Quantum Communication & Networks’ for its attoCMC system, a key advancement for industrial quantum applications.

Oxford Instruments NanoScience, a leading provider of cryogenic systems, announced that it has joined the Novera™ QPU Partner Program. This addition strengthens the program’s ecosystem of quantum computing hardware, software, and service providers who build and offer integral components of functional quantum computing systems.

Florida’s coral reefs are critical to the state’s economy. They protect beaches and play a vital role in supporting thriving fisheries. However, time may be running out to witness some types of live coral in the Florida Keys. A severe heat wave in the summer of 2023 killed many species, and stony coral tissue loss disease has been particularly devastating to Atlantic pillar coral.