Physics World Focus on Vacuum Technology 2016

Plasma processing is a strong theme in this year’s focus on vacuum science and technology. We discover why tools and techniques developed as part of the boom in semiconductor fabrication are now benefiting biomaterials. Elsewhere, we reflect on the strengths of the vacuum community with outgoing IUVSTA president Mariano Anderle. And, as always, this issue provides a chance to catch up with major industry players, including Pfeiffer Vacuum, Agilent, Honeywell and Edwards, to examine the latest instrument upgrades and trends across the sector.

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