Abstract: A system, method and device for the detection of reactions between analytes, (e.g., DNA, biomolecules, or cells) and a second compound are disclosed. The present invention includes a coating of a fluorescent material having a fluorescence that changes with temperature. The fluorescent material is associated with a substrate, and can be used for any type of surface reaction that requires determination of temperature conditions at an interface between the surface and the reaction analyte subject to assay. The substrate may be, for example, a microarray chip or microplate, preferably suitable for use in high-throughput screening of biomolecules or cells. Substrates containing the fluorescent material also can be used to compensate for temperature variations in refractive index in optical sensors.

Abstract: The fabrication of activated carbon based supercapacitors. In particular, a monolithic activated carbon plate or honeycomb electrodes (4, 6 and 8) made by extrusion, molding, or casting is described. The carbon monolithic plates or honeycombs are fabricated from synthetic carbon precursor and active ingredient leading to superior electrical properties.

Abstract: This invention is directed to an electrolytic material for use in light modulation devices. The material consists essentially of four components:(1) at least one organic solvent;(2) at least one salt of an electrodepositable metal;(3) at least one organic acid; and(4) at least one salt of a non-electrodepositable metal which facilitates the dissolution of the salt of the electrodepositable metal.