Abstract:
A composition suitable for copper chemical-mechanical polishing (CMP) comprises an abrasive powder, such as a silica and/or alumina abrasive, in a liquid carrier. The composition has a transition metal content of less than about 5 parts per million (ppm), preferably less than about 2 ppm. Preferably the composition contains less than about 2 ppm of yttrium, zirconium, and/or iron. The CMP compositions, when combined with hydrogen peroxide, provide CMP slurries for copper CMP that have improved pot life by ameliorating hydrogen peroxide degradation in slurries.
Abstract:
Metal alloy heatsink films for magnetic recording media are disclosed. The metal alloy heatsink films possess both high thermal conductivity and improved mechanical properties such as relatively high hardness. The metal alloy heatsink films also have controlled microstructures which are compatible with subsequently deposited crystalline magnetic recording layers. The films may comprise single phase CuZr or AgPd alloys having a selected crystal structure and orientation. The combination of high thermal conductivity, good mechanical properties and controlled microstructures makes the metal alloy heatsink films suitable for various applications including heat assisted magnetic recording systems.
Abstract:
A thin film structure that includes a hard magnetic recording layer, a soft magnetic underlayer and an intermediate layer between the hard magnetic recording layer and the soft magnetic underlayer is disclosed. The intermediate layer comprises a soft magnetic interlayer, and a non-magnetic interlayer between the soft magnetic interlayer and the hard magnetic recording layer. The thin film structure can be a recording medium. The soft magnetic interlayer can be crystalline.
Abstract:
An integrated circuit die includes thereon a first device region, a second device region and a non-active region. A first implant mask, which covers the second device region and the non-active region, while exposing the first device region, is formed over the semiconductor substrate. Dopant species are implanted into the exposed semiconductor substrate within the first device region to form first doping regions therein. A second implant mask is formed over the semiconductor substrate. The second implant mask covers the first device region, while exposing the second device region and a portion of the non-active region. Dopant species are implanted into the exposed semiconductor substrate within the second device region to form second doping regions therein.
Abstract:
An apparatus comprises a substrate, a soft underlayer on the substrate, an interlayer on the soft underlayer, a magnetic layer on the interlayer, wherein the magnetic layer has a granular structure comprising magnetic grains separated by non-magnetic grain boundaries, and an exchange enhancement layer formed on the surface of the granular magnetic layer.
Abstract:
One embodiment of the present invention enables a user to utilize a personalized video recorder (PVR) to order and receive specific television shows that are unavailable from his or her television content provider. Specifically, the PVR is coupled to the Internet such that it can receive an electronic programming guide (EPG) containing worldwide television programming from an EPG server computer. The PVR user utilizes the EPG to request delivery of a specific television show that is typically unavailable to him or her. Upon reception of the request, the EPG server computer locates via the Internet a PVR situated within a broadcast region of the requested television show. Next, the EPG server computer programs the PVR to record the requested television show when it is broadcast. Once the PVR records the television show, it is transmitted to the EPG server computer which transmits it to the requesting PVR.
Abstract:
Vectors and methods for the production of influenza viruses suitable as recombinant influenza vaccines in cell culture are provided. Bi-directional expression vectors for use in a multi-plasmid influenza virus expression system are provided. Additionally, the invention provides methods of producing influenza viruses with enhanced ability to replicate in embryonated chicken eggs and/or cells (e.g., Vero and/or MDCK) and further provides influenza viruses with enhanced replication characteristics. A method of producing a cold adapted (ca) influenza virus that replicates efficiently at, e.g., 25° C. (and immunogenic compositions comprising the same) is also provided.
Abstract:
The present invention provides recombinant respiratory syncytial viruses that have an attenuated phenotype and that comprise one or more mutations in the viral P, M2-1 and/or M2-2 proteins, as well as live attenuated vaccines comprising such viruses and nucleic acids encoding such viruses. Recombinant RSV P, M2-1 and M2-2 proteins are described. Methods of producing attenuated recombinant RSV, and methods of quantitating neutralizing antibodies that utilize recombinant viruses of family Paramyxoviridae, are also provided.
Abstract:
Disclosed herein are non-platinum-based (NPB) anti-cancer compounds useful for targeted chemotherapy, e.g., to generate anti-cancer effects for the treatment of cancer and other disorders while having no or minimal toxicity. The compounds N have the general formula I: (I) wherein A represents an aromatic core; at least one of Ra and Rb is an electron transfer promoter as defined herein, e.g., NH2; and at least one of Rc is a leaving group as defined herein, e.g., halogen; and the remainder of the molecule is as defined herein. Pharmaceutical compositions, methods, uses, kits and commercial packages comprising the anti-cancer compounds are also disclosed.
Abstract:
The system and method invention herein disclosed and claimed is measuring device that can remotely measure the distance between two points on a surface.