Tech Valley News

5-5-2008 Crystal IS Selected for $1M DOE Award
For low defect substrates in solid state lighting
4-28-2008 River Research Center a First in U.S.
Integrated network of sensors monitor Hudson
4-28-2008 IBM, Matheson Partner on Chip Technology
Research to be conducted in Tech Valley
4-21-2008 CNSE, NIST Partner to Bring Resources to Area
To tackle critical challenges of nanotechnology
4-16-2008 Nova Bus to Build Facility in Tech Valley
Up to 435 new jobs expected
4-14-2008 IBM Alliance Delivers Major Chip Advancement
Innovation saves power, boosts performance
3-19-2008 Initiative for Young Professionals Launched
Airport, chambers and colleges collaborate
3-13-2008 Starfire Develops Solution for Space Shuttle
Help fix damage to thermal protection system
3-11-2008 Hoops & Pucks Teams Feeling the Madness
College squads play on national stage
3-11-2008 GE Global Research Makes OLED Breakthrough
Key for lighting technology's commercial viability
3-10-2008 IBM and Hitachi Form Chip Collaboration
Research to be performed in Tech Valley
2-27-2008 Accretech Welcomed to Tech Valley
Joins SEMATECH’s 3D Interconnect Program
2-25-2008 Solar Energy Group Lands Industrial Partner
Prism Solar Could Add 400 Jobs to Region
2-22-2008 Nanocollege Research Adds to Conference
31 papers at advanced lithography event
2-21-2008 2G HTS Wire Integrated on Live Power Grid
Phase 2 of SuperPower's HTS Cable Project
2-18-2008 Research Collaboration Heads to Tech Valley
Develop smaller, faster, cheaper nanochips
2-11-2008 SEMATECH, CNSE Reach Major Milestone
Pushes EUVL toward manufacturing readiness
2-4-2008 DynaBil Industries Plans Major Expansion
A&D contractor to add 120 jobs
1-29-2008 Cabot, IBM to Partner on CMP Technology
Research to be conducted in Tech Valley
1-23-2008 Prism Solar Technologies Moves into Region
Manufactures new type of photovoltaic module
1-22-2008 Researchers Create Darkest Manmade Material
Could be used to boost solar energy conversion
1-21-2008 CNSE and IMEC to Partner on EUV Lithography
First experiments to be performed in region
1-21-2008 Tech Valley Celebrates Dr. King's Legacy
Civil rights leader praised for message of peace
1-17-2008 AngioDynamics Unveils Novel Catheter Design
Device to enhance flow, reduce complications
1-16-2008 GE Demonstrates Nano-based Solar Cell
Scalable, more efficient, low cost cell
1-15-2008 Akrimax to Purchase Tech Valley Facility
Secures $3 million in state funding
1-9-2008 Area Colleges Get High Marks for Value
Schools feature strong academics, low costs
1-8-2008 Winter Sports Enjoying Great Start to Season
Recent snow has made for great conditions
12-17-2007 Biochip Reveals Toxicity in Human Body
Chip could eliminate need for animal testing
12-12-2007 Forbes: Tech Valley a Top Spot for Education
Region places seventh overall in U.S.
12-10-2007 IBM Alliances to Spur Adoption of New Chips
Smaller, faster power-efficient chips on tap
12-7-2007 Aerospace Workforce Strategy in Place
Designed to meet future jobs needs
11-26-2007 Tech Valley’s Ski Season Underway
Great season expected at area resorts
11-15-2007 GE Breaks Ground on Healthcare Facility
To produce digital X-ray machines
11-12-2007 Vets Honored in Ceremonies Throughout Area
Patriotic events mark Veterans' Day in region
11-2-2007 SUNY's EOP Celebrates 40 Years of Service
Academic, financial aid provided to students
11-1-2007 GE Energy Adds 500 More Jobs in Tech Valley
Continues string of major investments in region
11-1-2007 RPI to Lead Project on Nuclear Reactor Safety
DoE Study to Utilize Powerful Supercomputer
10-30-2007 Armor Manufacturer Sets Up Shop in Region
Facility could add hundreds of jobs
10-29-2007 SEMATECH Research Excels at NanoCollege
Important advances in the development of EUVL
10-26-2007 Tech Valley Health Plans Highly Ranked
Quality, access, satisfaction among factors
10-25-2007 Tech Valley Among Best for Relocating Singles
Economy, quality of life lure young workers
10-24-2007 GE Makes Major Strides in Alternative Energy
Signifcant research conducted in Tech Valley
10-15-2007 8th Annual Woodstock Film Festival Wraps Up
Bob Dylan biopic closes five-day event
9-23-2007 Bard Opens State-of-the-Art Science Center
Provides world-class education and research
9-18-2007 Strong Infrastructure Aids Region's Travelers
Other areas see skyrocketing congestion costs
9-13-2007 Facility to Train Workforce in New Technologies
Meet demands of chip and energy industries
9-12-2007 Telecom Lab Offers “Hands On” Experience
Students to work with latest equipment
9-11-2007 Strong Job Market Continues for Tech Valley
Region's job gains outpace U.S. & Northeast
9-6-2007 Tech Valley High Welcomes First Class
Innovative, public education program underway
9-5-2007 BusinessWeek Features CNSE-IBM Ties
Alliances further chip research, reduce costs
9-4-2007 Allegiant Air Begins Service in Tech Valley
Airline offers flights to Florida
8-29-2007 Area's Household Incomes on the Rise
Outpace U.S., Northeast
8-28-2007 NYS Students Tops in AP Test Taking
State ranks second in SAT exam participation
8-27-2007 Tech Valley Colleges Among Best in Nation
Latest rankings place schools among elite
8-23-2007 Tech Valley Companies Make Inc. 5000
17 area firms among nation's fastest-growing
8-16-2007 Region Among Best for Business Expansion
Schools, workforce and infrastructure lauded
8-13-2007 RPI Researchers Develop Paper-Thin Battery
Potential uses seen in several industries
8-9-2007 Rensselaer Nanotech Innovation Earns Honor
Develops first ideal non-reflective coating
8-8-2007 Apple Farmers Expect Outstanding Crop
Fall harvest could break record
8-7-2007 SuperPower Reaches Major Milestones
Advances in wire & magnet technologies cited
8-6-2007 NanoCollege Secures Funding for Army Project
$2M to fuel innovative R&D program
8-3-2007 Area Ranks in Top 20 for Competitiveness
Entrepreneurs, workforce, IPOs bolster region
7-31-2007 Education Initiatives Expand Throughout Region
Love SAM & Externship programs grow
7-27-2007 C9 to Build New Chip Fab in Tech Valley
Company to create silicon carbide chips
7-26-2007 GE to Open Wind Turbine Service Center
Facility to create 150 new jobs
7-25-2007 And They're Off ... Racing Returns to the Spa
139th meet at Saratoga Race Course underway
7-17-2007 Major Energy Research Project Heads to Area
Hundreds of jobs created by solar research
7-6-2007 Lake Placid Named Top Outdoor Town in U.S.
New book calls Olympic Village "unmatched."
7-4-2007 Twenty Become Citizens in Special Ceremony
Event takes place at historic battlefield
6-12-2007 Robust Job Market Continues for Tech Valley
Region's job gains outpace U.S. & Northeast
6-1-2007 Two Area Trails Earn National Designation
Recognized for improving region’s quality of life
5-31-2007 UAlbany Nanocollege Ranked Best in World
Education, facilities propel school to top
5-30-2007 GE Healthcare to Build World-Class Facility
Plant to focus on digital X-ray technology
5-28-2007 Tech Valley Public High Schools Rank Highly
11 schools placed in Newsweek ranking
5-18-2007 RPI & IBM Unveil New Supercomputing Center
Designed to continue advancing chip technology
5-15-2007 Beech-Nut to Relocate HQ to Tech Valley
Company to also build new production facility
5-14-2007 Unique E-mail Concept Wins $100K Contest
Celery wins Summit's b-plan prize
5-9-2007 SEMATECH Expands Tech Valley Operations
Deal to create jobs, fund new research
5-4-2007 AMD Unveils Conceptual Draft of New Plant
Proposed $3.2B fab nears end of design review
5-3-2007 IBM Announces Significant Chip Advancement
Tech Valley research develops faster chips
5-2-2007 Superconducting Project Reaches Milestone
SuperPower to install 2G HTS by end of year
4-27-2007 Tech Valley’s Newest Airport Set for Take-Off
Plattsburgh complex to begin passenger service
4-27-2007 Tech Valley Firm Creates Platform for Hawking
Astrophysicist takes zero-gravity flight
4-23-2007 Tech Valley Gains International Recognition
Cited for future progress and growth
4-19-2007 Biotech Research Facility to be Built in Region
To develop mouse models for disease research
4-17-2007 Three to Square Off for $100K Prize at Summit
Tech firms vie in region's largest b-plan contest
4-12-2007 Innovative Educators Award Winners Chosen
Preparing students for high-tech careers
4-11-2007 Goal Made in EUV Mask Blanks' Defect Cleaning
Research pushes EUV lithography forward
4-9-2007 Jack's Oyster House Wins Industry Accolade
Recognized for excellence with Ivy Award
4-6-2007 Tech Valley Patent Index Holds Steady
Sees increase over 2006 1Q activity
4-2-2007 Tech Valley Fishing Season Underway
Millions of fish stocked in region's waters
3-30-2007 German Official to Speak at Summit
Dresden deputy mayor to discuss AMD impact
3-26-2007 Maple Syrup Season in Full Flow
Area maple farms expect good year
3-26-2007 Bob Dylan Readies for Tour in Tech Valley
Music icon & band rehearse in historic theatre
3-22-2007 Tech Valley's Population Continues to Grow
Living costs, international migration contribute
3-19-2007 Summit to Feature Tech Showcase
High-tech companies highlighted in 7th annual event
3-13-2007 Robust Job Market Expected for Tech Valley
Region continues to outpace U.S. & Northeast
3-12-2007 UAlbany Men, Marist Women Reach NCCAs
Both teams make return trips to Big Dance
3-12-2007 IBM to Produce New Microchip in Tech Valley
65 nm chip provides breakthrough performance
3-8-2007 Summit to Feature CEO Roundtable Discussions
Epstein and Killeen to share expertise
2-20-2007 2007 Summit to Feature AMD Senior Executive
AMD SVP Douglas Grose tapped as speaker
2-18-2007 Leadership Council & Corp. Roundtable Formed
Women and minority owned firms to benefit
2-16-2007 Region Among Best in Nation for Jobs
Metro areas rank highly on Forbes list
2-12-2007 $100K Business Plan Competition Opens
Winner to be announced at Summit
2-6-2007 Lake Champlain Named a Top Fishing Spot
Region to host several national tournaments
2-5-2007 Teacher Awards Competition Underway
Innovative educators to be honored at Summit
1-31-2007 SPAC Announces 2007 Summer Performances
Jazz, ballet, orchestra, and opera on tap
1-27-2007 IBM Makes Signifcant Improvement to Microchip
Smaller, faster, more power-efficient chips
1-26-2007 AMD Impressed by Education, Infrastructure
Chip maker to build $3.2B fab in region
1-19-2007 Pratt & Whitney to Expand Operations
New project to bring in at least 80 new jobs
1-16-2007 2007 Summit to Feature Exciting New Changes
Region's premier high-tech event returns in May
1-15-2007 Tech Valley Celebrates Dr. King's Legacy
Civil rights leader praised for message of peace
1-3-2007 Loan Program Creates/Retains 602 Jobs
NYBDC disbursed 86 loans for $24.7 million
1-2-2007 Tech Valley Patent Index Hits Three Year High
2,432 technology patents recorded in 2006
12-28-2006 AMD Chip Plant Wins Economic Award
Cited for economic impact & job creation
12-20-2006 Tech Valley to Host Seven Fishing Tourneys
Lake Champlain attracts nation's best
12-19-2006 JetBlue Adds Service To/From Tech Valley
Offering daily, low-fare flights to Florida
12-14-2006 Nano Education & Training Program Launched
Hands-on education prepares future workforce
12-12-2006 Healthy Hiring Pace Expected for Tech Valley
Region continues to outpace U.S. & Northeast
12-12-2006 Area's Nano Research Leads to Breakthrough
AMD, IBM make microprocessor advancements
12-7-2006 Women-Owned Companies Thrive in New York
Based on number of firms, sales and employees
12-4-2006 Tech Valley a Safe, Secure Place to Live
Region ranks high for safety in latest study
11-29-2006 New Business Accelerator Opens in Region
Designed to help small tech companies grow
11-11-2006 Veterans Throughout Area Honored
Patriotic events mark Veterans' Day in region
11-10-2006 National Purple Heart Hall of Honor Opens
Honors and remembers Purple Heart recipients
11-7-2006 Region's Colleges Gear Up for Hoops Season
Schools to compete for NCAA tourney berths
10-30-2006 Tech Valley Health Plans Highly Ranked
Quality, access, satisfaction among factors
10-20-2006 Vistec to Relocate Global HQ to Tech Valley
Will also conduct R&D at region's nanocollege
10-16-2006 $20M Cancer Treatment Center Planned
Will offer latest diagnostic tools and treatment
10-13-2006 Tech Valley Inventors Set Mark for Patents
GE, IBM, others showing significant growth
10-12-2006 Tech Valley Businesses Make Forbes List
Firms among best small American companies
10-10-2006 Spectacular Foliage Season Underway
Adirondacks, Catskills displaying incredible color
10-10-2006 Woodstock Film Festival Kicks Off This Week
Films, panels, concerts, special events
9-28-2006 Area in Line for Defense Contracts Worth $21M
Radiation locators, fuel cells among projects
9-28-2006 Area Restaurants Featured in Magazine
Gourmet profiles popular chili dogs
9-28-2006 Shawangunk Mountain Scenic Byway Created
82 mile corridor provides amazing views
9-27-2006 Marist to Create Economic Development Center
Facility to support R&D and business incubation
9-22-2006 Thousands Turn Out to Hear Buddhist Leader
Dalai Lama speaks of compassion and affection
9-13-2006 Healthy Job Market Continues for Tech Valley
Job growth remains ahead of U.S. pace
9-12-2006 Tech Valley Shows Off its Economic Muscle
Rankings show region's getting even stronger
9-8-2006 RPI Receives $514M In-Kind Contribution
Students to work with latest software
8-28-2006 Apple Farmers Experiencing Great Crops
Apple picking a fall tradition in Tech Valley
8-28-2006 Area Home to Advanced EUV Lithography Tool
World’s first full-field EUV tool
8-24-2006 infinigy engineering Makes Inc. 500 List
Among fastest growing companies in the U.S.
8-22-2006 Susan B. Anthony's Childhood Home Preserved
State buys house of women's rights activist
8-21-2006 Tech Valley Colleges Among America's Best
Bard, RPI, Union, Vassar, others recognized
8-21-2006 Tech Valley Cities and Towns Growing
Census estimates show population increase
8-15-2006 Tech Valley Colleges Among "New Ivies"
Skidmore, RPI cited for academic excellence
8-8-2006 SUNY Cobleskill to Offer Ag Biotech Program
Unique program only third of its kind in nation
8-7-2006 Tech Valley is a Top Place for Business
Earns Expansion Management's highest ranking
8-2-2006 Innovative Energy Programs Head to Region
Alt fuel research lab to be first in nation
7-26-2006 Country's Best Thoroughbred Meet Underway
Saratoga Race Course begins 138th season
7-24-2006 Philadelphia Orchestra Begins SPAC Residency
High-profile soloists to be featured
7-10-2006 Olympic Facilities Generate Millions for Region
Sites create jobs, bring in tourism spending
7-5-2006 Tech Valley's Newest Museum Opens
The Wild Center moves the outdoors inside
7-5-2006 Aeronautical Institute Lands $1M from NASA
Facility to meet region's need for training
7-4-2006 Twenty Become Citizens in Special Ceremony
Event takes place on historic battlefield
6-29-2006 Incubator Adds Six New High-Tech Tenants
Three other firms "graduate"
6-23-2006 Tech Valley Lands $3.2B Chip Plant
AMD facility to create up to 1,200 new jobs
6-20-2006 Play Ball! It's Opening Night in Tech Valley
ValleyCats & Renegades start seasons tonight
6-20-2006 Tech Valley Research Helps IBM Break Record
Chip operates at @ 500 billion cycles/second
6-19-2006 Major MRO Operation to Open in Tech Valley
Aerospace facility to save airlines time, money
6-15-2006 Intermagnetics Sold to Royal Philips for $1.3B
Tech Valley to be global home to MRI business
6-14-2006 Healthy Job Market Expected for Tech Valley
Jobs growth projected to outpace rest of US
6-12-2006 Tech Valley Students Compete on World Stage
Creativity and problem solving skills highlighted
6-3-2006 Northern Forest Canoe Trail Offically Opens
740-mile waterway has rich history
6-2-2006 Tech Valley Pioneers New Research for Navy
Furthers US Navy's goal of all-electric fleet
5-18-2006 Asian-owned Firms Have Economic Impact
Companies generate $731M in sales
5-15-2006 The Great Escape Opens New Season
Theme park begins daily operations May 26
5-15-2006 UAlbany Ranked Best in Nation for Nanotech
Credit to education, facilties, industry outreach
5-11-2006 Tech Valley Cities Score Well in Forbes Ranking
Low crime, income growth, culture are factors
5-11-2006 Powerful Supercomputing Center to Land at RPI
$100M project to create jobs, attract firms
5-10-2006 Tech Valley Public High Schools Rank Highly
10 schools placed in Newsweek ranking
5-5-2006 Region in Line for Tech-Focused High School
Designed for top science & math students
5-4-2006 Tech Valley Cities 'Booming'
Inc. lists Best Cities for Doing Business
5-3-2006 R&D Investment at Colleges on the Rise
New York second in nation in investing
4-26-2006 BullEx Digital Safety Wins B-Plan Contest
Troy company takes home $100K prize
4-26-2006 Summit Brings Global Attention to Tech Valley
World-class speakers address business issues
4-24-2006 TEL Touts Major Gains at Tech Valley Facility
Tool maker sets mark for patents
4-19-2006 Black-Owned Firms on the Rise in Tech Valley
Region's increase better than rest of U.S.
4-19-2006 Region's Newest Tech Incubator Emerges
HVCFI opens its doors to emerging companies
4-14-2006 Pharmacy College Plans New Research Facility
Center to study nanoscale technology in medical applications
4-12-2006 FDR Home Celebrates 60 Years Open to Public
15 million people worldwide have visited
4-11-2006 Fuel Cell Developer Lands Major Investment
$217M from Russian venture boosts Plug Power
4-4-2006 Teachers Receive Innovative Educator Awards
Preparing students for high-tech careers
4-4-2006 Start-up Develops Latest Armor Technology
Plans major expansion in Tech Valley
4-3-2006 Tech Valley Trout Season Underway
Region's lakes and rivers stocked with fish
3-16-2006 Register Now for Summit in Tech Valley
Attend the biggest business event in region
3-16-2006 Summit to Feature Robot Industry Pioneer
iRobot CEO Colin Angle to speak
3-15-2006 Tech Experts to Speak at Summit in Tech Valley
Topics: Security, bioethics, robots and energy
3-14-2006 RPI Unveils Powerful Biotech Tool
NMR to help aid disease research
3-10-2006 GE to Develop Advanced Wind Turbines
Project to help cut dependence on fossil fuels
3-8-2006 Saranac Lake Earns Distinctive Honor
Makes list of America's unique communities
3-2-2006 Former GE Exec to be Honored at Summit
Dr. Walter Robb led major advances in medical imagery
3-1-2006 Canadian Economic Impact on Region Hailed
$1.5B from variety of economic sectors
2-23-2006 Summit to Feature Bioethics Expert
Dr. Glenn McGee tapped as featured speaker
2-23-2006 Tech Valley Cities Among Best Performing
High tech industries bolster region
2-22-2006 SPAC Announces '06 Classical Performances
Hot summer season on tap in Saratoga
2-21-2006 Land Deal Opens Spectacular Vista to Public
New trail gives view of Sable Highlands
2-15-2006 Energy Expert Featured at Summit
National Grid USA President & CEO to speak
2-13-2006 Elvis Costello a Surprise Guest in Woodstock
Joins Levon Helm for intimate concert
2-8-2006 NY Students Score Best in Nation on AP Exams
More minority students taking tests
2-7-2006 Summit to Feature Cyber Security Expert
R & H Security Consulting President and CEO to speak
2-7-2006 Six Flags' Indoor Waterpark & Hotel Opens
Located next to amusement park
2-5-2006 Dylan Rehearses New Music in Poughkeepsie
Material to be used in upcoming albumn
2-1-2006 NYBDC Loans Boost Entrepreneurs
Creating jobs, realizing dreams
1-27-2006 Sematech Opens R&D Center in Tech Valley
Seen as global support base for chip industry
1-26-2006 Tech Valley High School to Open in Fall 2007
School to prep students for tech jobs
1-25-2006 SUNY Admits Record Number of Students
Academic credentials of students rising
1-24-2006 Tech Valley Chamber Coalition Adds Member
Mechanicville/Stillwater Chamber extends groups reach
1-23-2006 Tech Valley Resorts Make World's Best List
Travel + Leisure releases 2006 rankings
1-19-2006 Summit to Feature Leading Technology Exec
Former Honeywell CEO Bossidy to speak
1-15-2006 Region to Host 10 Bass Fishing Tourneys
Lake Champlain cited for world-class fishing
1-12-2006 Tech Valley to Host New Semi Research
IBM, Sony & Toshiba to advance chip design
1-12-2006 Tech Valley TechWatch Ends Year on High
Continues to eclipse major markets
1-11-2006 Area Colleges Get High Marks for Value
Schools feature strong academics, low costs
1-10-2006 Nano Deal Lands Economic Development Honor
Publication issues award for R&D center
1-9-2006 More Land in Adirondacks Open for Recreation
Part of largest conservation project in NYS
1-3-2006 Region Lands New Nanotech Research Center
Selected over 10 other areas for facility
1-2-2006 Good Start to North Country Ski Season
Skiiers flocking to area mountains
12-14-2005 Summit in Tech Valley Lands Sponsor
Berkshire Bank to serve as major sponsor
12-12-2005 Tech Valley Companies Make Red Herring List
AMRI, Intermagnetics among Small Cap 100
12-9-2005 Nanotech Incubator Planned for Russell Sage
First in nation for a women's college
12-7-2005 New Tech Valley Web Site Launched
Promotes live, work & play opportunities
12-5-2005 Nation's First Tech-Transfer Masters Program
Albany Law School to develop program
10-19-2005 Crystal IS Lands Prestigous Honor
Crystal IS among Deloitte Technology Fast 500
9-23-2005 Tech Valley a Hot Housing Market
Makes list of fast-growing, affordable regions
7-11-2005 Tech Valley Earns 5 Stars
Rated a top region for business opportunity
7-1-2005 New York a Top State for Biotech Growth
Places second in nation
5-12-2005 Tech Valley's Well-Educated Workers
Highly-rated by Expansion Management
5-5-2005 Tech Valley Great for Business & Careers
Forbes puts region among nation's best
5-1-2005 Tech Valley a Top Spot for Business
Region makes Inc. list for doing business
4-26-2005 New York is 3rd Largest Cyberstate in US
High tech investment on the rise
3-14-2005 New York a Big State in Small Tech
Ranks 4th in Small Times list
3-14-2005 Tech Valley Nets Top Honor for Quality of Life
Expansion Management awards 5 stars
1-1-2005 Tech Valley Campgrounds Highly Rated
Six in ReserveAmerica's top 100
1-1-2005 Albany Trail Tops in Country
American Hiking bestows honor
10-23-2003 NYS Parks Best in Nation
Parks win NSGA National Gold Medal Award

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