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Antipsychotics are drugs used in the treatment of brain disorders such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and severe depression. According to the New York Times, antipsychotics are one of the largest types of prescribed drugs in the United States with over 3.1 million Americans accounting for a market worth USD 18 billion in 2011 itself. Global estimates suggest that over 1.25% of the global population suffers from psychosis and related disorders.
Styrenic polymers represent a family of thermoplastic materials with a wide range of applications ranging from packaging and construction to consumer goods, automotive and electronics. Styrenic polymers use styrene as the building block which undergoes copolymerization with other polymers to form various other polymers.
Life science and analytical reagents are those compounds and substances which are used to detect and create a new substance with the purpose of making them available for test reading and are also known as biotechnology reagents. Such reagents are significant in the areas of research, bioscience, diagnosis and education.
Electrophoresis is a method used for separating molecules in research and clinical laboratories. Depending upon their electrical charge and size an electric current is passed through a medium that contains the mixture of molecules. Separation of the molecules takes place according to the kind of molecule, it size and electrical charge.
Milk powder is a perfect solution to those who lack immediate access to adequate refrigeration methods and dairy products. Milk powder results from extracting water content out of milk. The major purpose of converting milk into milk powder is because it can be preserved and has a longer shelf life. Powdered milk includes items such as dry whole milk, dry butter milk, dry whey products, dry dairy blends, and nonfat dry milk.
Nondestructive testing is a wide group of analysis techniques used to evaluate properties of components, systems and materials without altering the original properties. These testing technologies are gaining popularity due to its time and cost saving benefits over other material testing technologies.
Development of enzymes in medical technology has been as extensive an application as that of its applications in other industrial sectors. There are a variety of enzymes that can be used in different therapeutics. At present, extracellular application of enzymes, which involves removal of toxic substances and treatment of disorders in blood circulation, has been found to be the most successful one in medical technology.
The baby food packaging market has trends evolving from the use of plastics for making baby food containers, boxes, and pouches. It has new features like packaging rice puffs, crackers and cereals in boxes of various types such as card sleeve and jumbo packs. Foods like oatmeal infant cereals and dry rice in small quantities are packed in pouches.
Agricultural farming depends on the climate and the soil. Soil, if not suitable for farming, is made suitable by the addition of chemicals like pesticides and fertilizers etc. Addition of these chemicals is done through various techniques like ploughing etc. Agricultural chemicals are used for improving the quality of soil and to increase the yield of the crop. They have to be carefully used and should be added in appropriate quantities since their overuse can sometimes be harmful to farmers as well as to the soil.
The market is expected to exhibit high growth in developed economies such as the U.S. and Europe over the forecast period. The rapid increase in the number of patients suffering from depression is expected to be one of the main driving forces for the estimated growth, which can be attributed to elevating stress levels, unhealthy lifestyle, and social imbalances.
The global market for methionine is expected to grow with growing meat consumption around the world. One of the major factors which are driving the global market for methionine is increasing meat consumption, primarily by the increasing population of developing countries such as China, India, and Brazil etc. Developed economies such as the U.S. and Western Europe are considered to be mature markets and are expected to grow at a lower rate compared to developing countries. Methionine is an amino acid that acts as a building block to form proteins.
D-amino acid oxidase is a peroxisomal enzyme containing flavin adenine dinucleotide as a cofactor that is expressed in wide range of living species such as humans, yeasts etc. In bacteria and plants, they show a varied form as D-amino acids dehydrogenase, which oxidizes to produce ammonia and hydrogen peroxide. D-amino acids are compounds made from amine and carboxylic acid functional groups. Amino acids contain carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, and nitrogen.
Competition among CSPs (Communication service providers) is bringing in new growth prospects for OSS/BSS software vendors. Telecom companies are increasingly seeking software development services from IT firms or are outsourcing their technological divisions for various service systems. OSS/BSS software is used by telecom companies as back-end system for smooth operations and integrated management of different sub-divisions.
Increasing competition in the pharmaceutical industry to develop new drugs, increasing demand for genetically modified crops and animals, and dropping prices of genomic procedures are some of the major growth drivers for the market. Synthetic biology uses the concepts of genomics as an enabling technology to study the gene sequences of organisms and plants and further research initiatives are taken to invent synthetic cells and DNAs with novel applications.
A healthcare microchip array refers to the use of advanced semiconductor technology to produce microchips with varied healthcare applications. Such an amalgamation of technology with healthcare has revolutionary consequences, as it holds the capability to transform the cost effective semiconductor technology attained through economies of scale to the healthcare frontier.
Oncology is the study of Cancer. Oncology devices market consists of medical devices involved in diagnosing and treating the disease cancer. The Oncology devices market could be segmented into 2 major categories: by type and by applications. There are two types of Brachytherapy devices and the Endoscopic devices. The segmentation of the market as per the applications is as follows: external radiation beam therapy, Systemic radiation therapy, and the Brachytherapy
Welding is a fabrication process particularly used in metal processing and has a wide range of applications from small to large industries. Compared to all other metal joining methods, this method is found to be the most economical and effective as well. This is the only method that can be used in space and in underwater and air.
Green tea is prepared using the leaves of camellia sinensis undergoing minimum oxidation during its processing. Green tea is the fastest growing segment in the overall tea industry owing to its properties of providing health benefits to the consumers. In the overall market China is the biggest producer and exporter of green tea, whereas Asia Pacific as a whole represents the largest market for green tea.
Pain is an overall condition of sensory discomfort owing to some tissue damage. It could be classified as acute pain and chronic. Pain has always been one of the major reasons for patients seeking medical help. Every year about half a million people succumb to death owing to chronic pain. Certain analgesics are used as primary pain relievers in which they decrease the sodium and potassium levels in the neurons thus reducing the transmit of pain.
Antibodies and proteins developed with new and advantageous functions and properties are known as engineering of proteins and antibodies. Protein engineering can be defined as a process of developing valuable proteins and modification of antibodies to increase similarity and is called antibody engineering.
Musculoskeletal diseases/disorders (MSDs) are diseases of muscles and related ligaments, and other connective tissues and bones. Some of the most common musculoskeletal diseases are back pain, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, septic arthritis, gout, myasthenia gravis, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), and some others. Musculoskeletal diseases are the prime cause of short term disability and chronic disability in this generation.
Photonic crystals are elements that impact the motion of photons. These crystals usually have optical nanostructures. Similar to the periodicity of semiconductor crystals that impact the flow of electrons, photonic crystals impact the flow of photons. They are found naturally and aggressive research has been carried out in order to acquire the varied benefits of the properties it possesses.
The growing demand for portable electronics has led the growth of this market. Earlier, batteries were used for conventional products such as flashlights, watches, calculators etc. Now-a-days the scenario has totally changed and the introduction of portable devices has increased in the areas of communications, entertainment, computing, and photography, thus pushing the market growth.
The market of herbal supplements is witnessing a steady growth since the last decade mainly due to the growing awareness among the consumers of the effect of consuming synthetic supplements. Herbal supplements market was not even affected by the financial meltdown during 2009-10. Some of the major factors driving the market for global supplements market include the growing global ageing population and the growing concern among consumer to stay healthy and fit.
Software is a computer program which fulfills a particular purpose or activity for the user with lesser efforts. It is an application based program produced for the users need. Many of the software never need a service as they are designed for small needs. However, many software are used on repetitive working basis and have a wide variety of users, and need an after-purchase service.
The escalating use of radiation therapy and nuclear medicine for the purpose of treatment and timely diagnosis of diseases are fueling the growth of the radiation detection market. Some of the key factors which influence the rise of this market are the high occurrence of cancer cases, increased awareness among radiation professionals, and a plethora of technological advancements.
The market is currently facing growth hindrances as R&D approaches, and regulatory and reimbursement policies are inconspicuous owing to the nascent nature of the market. However, regulatory bodies are working enthusiastically to lay out policies and growth strategies, due to the fact that it holds the potential to solve or curb chronic diseases, with no currently available treatments, such as HIV AIDS.
Teleradiology involves the transmission of digital medical images from x-ray tests, sonograms, CAT scans etc. over an electronically controlled network for diagnostic purposes. The global teleradiology technology market is expected to exhibit a healthy growth rate during the forecasted period. The healthy growth rate of the market is accounted for by growth drivers such as technological advancements in the field of remote patient diagnosis, rising demand for medical tourism, and growing number of manufacturers providing mobile healthcare services.
Prefilled syringes are primary injectable drug delivery devices administered by a medical practitioner or a healthcare provider. These syringes are prefilled with drugs with an appropriate and prescribed amount, and so are ready to be used by the patients directly. Currently, there are over 60 types of drug prefilled syringes available in the market and many more are in product pipelines.
Electronic chemicals are highly pure chemicals like strippers, gases, acids, photo resists and so on, which are useful in electronic applications like printed circuits boards (PCB), integrated circuits (IC), flat screens, and semiconductor chips. For this reason, the electronic chemical market follows the growth pattern of the electronic market and allied industries like semiconductors.
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an inflammation of fatty myelin sheaths around the axons of the brain and spinal cord. MS tends to affect the ability of nerve cells to communicate with each other in the brain and spinal cord. MS affects people with random symptoms based on the location and severity of attack. One event can last for days, weeks or months and can affect any part of the body. Symptoms include imbalance, loss of motor function, spasms, numbness, incontinence, and difficulty in swallowing.
Point of care (POC) diagnostics comprises of diagnostic tests that are performed at the patient site. POC diagnostics provides fast results which in turn help in faster patient management. The present POC diagnostics market already sports a number of products with several new products in the development stage.
Pre-clinical imaging is an efficient tool for the evaluation of the anatomical, functional, and physiological status of any organ at a cellular and molecular level. This technology plays an important role in the analysis of the properties and effects of any drug or therapy. It helps in understanding the pathophysiology and other characters of any disease.
Amines are organic compounds which are widely used in various industries such as personal care, rubber, pharmaceuticals, construction, and textiles. The demand for amines during 2009-2010 saw a decline due to the economic recession in the major markets around the world. The major end-use industries of amines, particularly construction, felt the heat of economic pressures and this led to decreased demand for amines during that period but things are slowly falling into place as the global economic condition stabilizes.
Indium tin oxide (ITO) is a solution of indium oxide and tin oxide which is found in a solid state. Typically, indium tin oxide has 90% of indium oxide and 10% of tin oxide by weight. When in thin layer it is colorless and transparent, while it forms a yellowish grey color when in bulk. Indium tin oxide is a member of transparent conducting oxide and is a widely used transparent conduction oxide owing to its excellent physical properties.
Commercial airport full body scanners are devices that enable the full body scanning of a person underneath his or her clothing. The commercial airport full body scanner is a very effective device for the detection of illegal substances carried by passengers. This market is segmented into two major categories on the basis of technology and geography.
Adding nutritional value to animal feeds, through the use of acids are referred to as feed acidifiers. Feed acidifiers are also used for antibiotic purposes. The animal feed trend is shifting towards the use of organic acids in animal feed, because of rising raw material costs causing a steep rise in the animal feed prices.
The global value of the acetaldehyde market in terms of production is estimated to reach 1.33 million tons towards the end of 2012. Asia Pacific is the global leader for the acetaldehyde market with China holding the world’s largest manufacturer’s tag. The Asia Pacific region is followed by the European and the North American regions. Acetaldehyde market growth is on a downward slope for the North American and the European regions, however, the Asia Pacific region is experiencing an indolent growth.
New molecules developed by Segetis, in Minnesota based on esters of levulinic acid made from using bio based hydroxyl compounds and corn cobs are known as levulinic ketals. These can be used to produce a series of products such as plasticizers, polyols for polyurethane foams and solvents. Segetis are constructing a new toll manufacturing plant for their new ketals chemistry in the Midwest and the construction of which was expected to be completed by the end of 2011.
An electrocardiograph is a non-invasive diagnostic device which is used in measuring the electrical activity of the heart. It is primarily used for the detection of cardiac problems in the patient. The global diagnostic electrocardiograph (DECG) market will undergo fair growth in the near future owing to factors such as the need for early detection of diseases, rise in incidence of lifestyle related diseases and increase in the standard of healthcare services.
Bioplastics are a type of plastic manufactured from biomass sources such as vegetable oils and certain starches and are also called biobased plastic or biodegradable plastic. They are commonly used for insulation, as a packaging material, and in crockery and food packaging. Since bioplastics are plant based products, the consumption of petroleum for the production of plastic is expected to decrease by 10-15 percent by 2018.
A diesel engine is an internal combustion engine that is used to initiate ignition to burn the fuel. They are available as two strokes and four strokes diesel engines. Diesel engines are used in submarines, ships, locomotives, trucks, buses, heavy equipments and in passenger cars. The demand of diesel engines has been growing globally due to its versatile usage in various areas.
Artificial tears are designed to imitate the real tears and for the enhancement of different eyes problems. These are eye drops specially used for the treatment caused due to irritation and dryness .artificial tears is made using polymers, water, and salts. These tears lack the proteins which are found in the real ones.
Increasing need for medical devices with high shelf life, increasing export and import of medical devices, increasing demand for sterilized and disposable devices are some of the factors driving the sales of medical plastics market. Increasing demand for cost effective, light weight, the increasing use of prosthetics and the increasing use of non magnetic equipments around heavily magnetized medical equipments such as an MRI, are other factors serving as market drivers for the medical plastics market.
Multiple myeloma is a form of plasma cancer that develops in the bone marrow. It is the second most prevalent blood cancer type in the U.S. In 2011, the global multiple myeloma drugs market was calculated at USD 3.2 billion. The market will be driven by factors such as rising incidences of plasma cancer, and lifestyle habits.
Wood is an essential building material and has several indoor and outdoor applications. Any attack by insects, fungus or bacteria can spoil the condition of the wood. Thus, wood preservation chemicals are used to ensure long lasting life and sustainability of woods in the face of the changing environment and bacterial or fungal attacks. There are several treatments and chemicals used for such preservation.
Energy efficient motors are more effective and 2% to 8% more efficient than standard motors. These motors have to meet the standard efficiency levels as listed in the National Electric Manufacturers Associations (NEMA’s) MG-1 1993 published report. The motors that are sold after October 1997 are expected to meet the NEMA definition.
Waste treatment refers to activities that are carried out in order to ensure proper disposal of waste materials. The rapid industrialization in developing economies across the world is one of the major factors for the growth of the waste treatment and disposal services market. The continuous growth of economies, industrialization, and environmental regulations are expected to drive the growth of the market in the upcoming years.
Gelatin is a colorless, brittle, and solid substance derived from animal products and is experiencing steady growth over the last decade owing to its wide application in industries like pharmaceutical, food, cosmetics, and photography. Moreover, the growing economic development, which is having a direct impact on the living standard of consumers, is a major macro factor driving the market for gelatin.
A solar cell is a device that captures solar energy and converts the light energy into electricity using organic electronics. This is done due to the photovoltaic characteristics of the solar cell that helps in converting the light energy into electricity. Organic solar cell use is one of the recent developments in this field. It holds the potential to reduce the overall cost involved in manufacturing and installing of silicon solar cells.
The global Angiogenesis Inhibitors and Stimulators Market is growing with a healthy growth rate due to increase in incidences of heart disease and cancer, unmet need in current therapeutic scenario, and ageing population. Moreover, growing adoption of the approved Anti - Angiogenic drugs across diverse cancer therapeutic is also driving growth of Angiogenesis Inhibitors and Stimulators Market.
Growing need for connectivity and changing consumer preferences are some of the major factors fueling the growth of the connected car market. A connected car is equipped with internet access and with a wireless local area network. This facilitates the car to share this access with other devices, both internally and externally. In the present scenario, connected cars (especially electric cars) are grabbing the opportunity to grow along with a rise in smartphones, and related applications interact with the car from any distance.
Salicylic acid is a colorless crystalline organic acid used as a plant hormone, in organic synthesis, as an important component of aspirin, and in anti-acne treatment. Being derived from the bark of a tree its organic features are skin-friendly. Nowadays its synthetic manufacturing has also started and has found applications in various daily-use products. Its usage varies from cosmetics and medicine to curing dermatology problems and various types of cancer.
Some of the major factors which are driving the clinical diagnosis automation market include: growing number of diagnosis globally, low reimbursement rates and growing number of suppliers in the diagnostic market. Many players in the clinical diagnostics market, due to intense competition are looking to sustain in the market by gaining some competitive advantage over each other.
Load cell devices, a critical instrument which measures impact of force by transforming it in to electrical signals, is widely used in weighing devices, both analogous and electronic. The growth in market is driven by increasing competition due to rise in number of players both in international and domestic markets. The technological advancement made in the field of transducers, which have helped minimize the instrumental errors have further helped in boosting the growth.
The fast growth shown by consumer electronics segment and technological and design changes made therein; the demand for faster, smaller and low cost memory devices (RAM – Random Access Memory)) has gone up. Leading global electronics and IT giants such as Samsung, IBM, HP, Toshiba, and so on, are continuously investing more on research work in the field of next generation memory technologies.
Traceability, a concept which has been in existence for a long time, which was limited to secret services of areas involving high risks or net worth, has seen a rise in application in the food safety and quality industry. Every step of logistics, right from packaging to the end consumer, now uses different techniques of food traceability for varied reasons. However, the core driver of the market has been the growing importance of the ability to track any food item to its origin.
Multi-touch technology is becoming very popular with its increasing number of applications in different areas. The most common example of multi-touch technology is Apple’s iPhone. Apple introduced the multi-touch technology to its cell phone to allow pinching and stretching gestures on the screen to control zooming. Multi-touch technology is generally associated with the capacitive touch technology rather than resistive touch technology.
Concrete bricks and blocks high tensile strength and are far better than conventional bricks. They are utilized in the construction of various building structures. They are also known as concrete masonry units (CMUs). Concrete bricks, blocks, and pipes are manufactured by many companies in this industry. Some of the concrete pipe products include sewer storm pipes, reinforced pressure pipes, and such other related pipes.
Pulp chemicals are the agents that are used for the processing and separation of cellulose fibers from wood. Paper chemicals are used for the treatment of paper in order to increase its strength and other desired properties. Pulp is the raw material for the manufacturing of paper and is a chemically and mechanically treated substance. These chemicals are very essential for the production of raw material (pulp) and for the preparation of good quality paper.
Polymers which break down, degrade and dispose easily without affecting the environment are called biodegradable plastics. They can be used in medical devices which can be used to operate human bodies and can be left inside the body to degrade. The major driving force behind the growing market of biodegradable polymers is the environmental hazards caused by the usage of non-degradable polymers (petroleum based polymers).
The testosterone replacement therapy is a process of giving testosterone when testes do not produce sufficient amount of testosterone because of injury, damage or absence. The testosterone replacement therapy has gained the momentum in last decade with high penetration in surgery market. The testosterone replacement therapy market could be segmented into 3 categories based on the type of product, into the following sub segments: gel, patches and other.
Medicated skin care products are those which provide relief from varieties of skin problems such as anti ageing cream for the old age population, creams available for glowing and beautiful skin, protecting hair loss, eczema, rashes and many more. These markets have a great opportunity in niche market due to growing urge for healthy skin.
Microdisplays are small displays that require magnifying optics to use them. These displays are made of a CMOS chip that includes a two dimensional array of transistors. In combination with the liquid crystal material, a cover glass yields a reflective LCD. Microdisplays are generally used in head mounted displays, projectors, view finders, or in other lens view display systems. Continuous and rapid development in display technology has made the way for different types of displays in the commercial market in the past few years.
Ethylene is a hydrocarbon which is widely used in the chemical industry and as a natural plant hormone. It is used in many industrial reactions such as in polymerization, halogenations and hydrogenation, alkylation, hydration, oligomerization, and hydroformylation. A large amount of ethylene which is produced goes into the manufacturing of ethylene oxide, ethylbenzene, ethylene dichloride, and polyethylene.
Bio-services involve preclinical and clinical researches done by following the standards laid down by regulatory bodies. Clinical research organizations (CRO) segment their researches by contracts, manufacturing, and clinical trials. A clinical trial is a time consuming process, and specifies testing of the new drugs on specific people or for particular diseases. CRO can be divided into captive and independent.
The branch of nanotechnology that deals with the study of biological and biochemical applications is known as nano-biotechnology. The study indulges mostly into deeply classifying the elements of living things or organisms and then modifying the same into nano products. Nano-biotechnology is a vital element boosting the new developments in the field of biotechnology. Biological research coupled with nano-technology continuously leads to the development of new inventions.
Silicon-on-Insulators (SOI) are made up of a thin silicon uppermost layer and a thicker silicon lowermost layer with an insulating material like silicon dioxide forming the middle layer between these silicon layers. SOI are valued for their high performance characteristics, low energy wastage, low power usage, and higher speeds as opposed to regular silicon wafers. With such properties, SOI are in much demand for their use in mobile phones, notebooks, digitalized cameras, and in other such electronic devices.
Carotenoids are the organic pigments naturally occurring in plants and have been used for food colorings with beta- carotene for a long time. However, with continuous research and development, carotenoids have found relevance in feeds and food supplements. The market is expected to exhibit a marginal growth compared to previous years.
The global defoamers market is mainly driven by the growing demand from industries like petroleum, paint and coating and many more. Some other factors which are driving the global defoamers market include: government regulations regarding the use of VOC and eco friendly products dioxin free defoamers market is expected to grow. A chemical additive which helps in reducing the foam formation in liquids used for industrial application is known as defoamer.
The global market for nanomagnetics (materials and devices) is largely driven by the demand from the data storage sector. The data storage media is the largest end use segment, followed by diagnostics and biotechnology. Continuous new developments in the field of nanotechnology are expected to fuel the growth of the nonmagnetic market.
Ethanolamines (ETA) are a group of compounds such as carbinoxamine, clemastine, dimenhydrinate, diphenhydramine, and doxylamine that act both as primary amines as well as primary alcohols since they comprise of a hydroxyl group in their chemical structure. ETA are corrosive, colorless, flammable, viscous, and toxic liquids used in solutions and dispersions to scrub acids, as feedstock material in the manufacture of detergents, emulsification agents, varnishes & polishes, and as other chemical intermediaries.
Catalyst regeneration is the process used for producing aromatic hydrocarbons which are used as motor fuel. This process is mostly used by petroleum and petrochemical industries to convert paraffins and naphthenes into aromatics. With the increasing need for sulfur free clean fuel, regenerated catalyst usage is increasing. Global consumption of regenerated catalyst has reached around 1,200 kilo tons per year.
Factors such as rising prevalence of chronic medical conditions in the fields of neurosciences and cardiology, increasing research and development initiatives in the healthcare sector, and technological advancements in the field of medical sciences are responsible for the growth of this market. Increasing demand for personalized medical care and economic development in Asia-Pacific and Latin American countries will fuel the growth of the market in the future.
MEK, abbreviation for Methyl Ethyl Ketone, is a popular name in the solvents industry and is a widely preferred solvent for paints and coatings. It is estimated that half of the global demand for MEK comes from the paints and coatings industry. Its unique properties, especially that of a low boiling solvent, make it an ideal solvent for rubber based cements and printing inks, which contribute to its growing demand.
Linoleic acid is utilized in the manufacturing of quick dry paints owing to increasing demand for such paints. It is beneficial for the skin and hence used in the production of many beauty products that help in maintaining the moisture content of the skin and reduce acne. Rising health concerns and an adherence to healthy dietary measures are boosting the market growth. Thus, the demand for linoleic acid is increasing due to the growing global market for beauty products.
In the present environment of ever-increasing oil prices and crises of inflation, especially in developing countries, petroleum fuel optimization technology acts as a boon. Many countries are promoting and developing such technology due to its commercial capabilities. Hence, this market is expected to increase in the coming years.
Transparent conducting films (TCF) are thin layers of transparent electrically conductive material having touchscreen and photovoltaics modules. TCF are fabricated from organic and inorganic materials. Inorganic films are made up of thin layers of transparent conducting oxide which include fluorine doped tin oxide (FTO), indium tin oxide (ITO), and doped zinc oxide. Organic films are developed using networks of carbon nanotubes and graphene, coupled with poly (3, 4-ethylenedioxythiophene) (PEDOT) and its derivatives.
Coated fabrics are those which have a synthetic coating of high performance materials like polyester, nylon, and PVC over the fibers to increase their existing quality. These fabrics are of various varieties depending on their composition and formulation and are easy and safe to use. They have a wide range of domestic as well as industrial applications
DNA Probes-based diagnostics deals with the study to examine the chemical structure of DNA by undoing the presence of abnormal gene sequence of DNA on the DNA strand. This abnormal gene sequence is mainly responsible for causing disease and hence technique such as gene polymorphism can help to limit the chances of occurrence of diseases.
Epichlorohydrin (ECH) is an organochlorine compound and an epoxide. It contains an organic compound having at least one chlorine covalent bond and cyclic ether rings. This is the compound mainly used for the production of epoxy resins which are used in coating, adhesives, and plastics. However, it is also used in manufacturing commercial pesticides. There are several other applications of epichlorohydrin as well.
An ion exchange resin is a kind of insoluble type matrix that is very small in size. Ion exchange resins are developed from the organic polymer’s substrate. The surface of ion exchange resins comprises of pores which helps in releasing or capturing ions easily. There are different types of ion exchange resins that are developed according to different characteristics of different type of ions. Ion exchange resins are very useful in water purification, separation processes, and decontamination processes.
Electronic components may be broadly classified as active and passive. Unlike the latter, active electronic components possess a p-n junction and need a minimum energy threshold in order to function. Active electronic components constitute the electronic circuitry in a number of devices and can be divided into transistors, diodes, and semiconductors among others.
A signal generator is an electronic device that generates electronic signals of known oscillating voltages to test electronic instruments. Some of the factors driving the growth of this market are increasing demand for signal generators with greater precision, advanced features, and functionality of electronic devices.
The similarities in the structure and functioning of body parts in humans and in animals increases the size of the animal therapeutics and diagnostics market. The rising number of pet adoptions across the globe, rising incidences of chronic diseases such as bovine spongiform encephalopathy, rising global meat consumption, and the rising incidences of pet obesity, especially in developed countries such as the U.S., are some of the growth drivers for the market.
In medicine, a bionic refers to an artificial robotic body part. Bionic implanting is a method of replacing or enhancing the functionality of an organ by replacing it with robotic part(s). With the advent of improved technology, it has become possible to implement the use of robotics in human organs. The medical bionic implants market is advancing and has witnessed growth in the last two decades and is expected to grow further in the future.
Natural gas compressed to a pressure of 200-250 bars which results in 200-250 folds reduction in volume, is referred to as compressed natural gas. It is a colourless, odourless, highly flammable, and non-corrosive gaseous hydrocarbon. Natural gas is primarily composed of methane and ethane. It is stored and distributed in hard containers which are usually cylindrical or spherical in shape. CNG has emerged as an abundant, clean, and safe alternative fuel and produces 28% less CO2 and other greenhouse gases compared to petrol and other fuels.
A composite material with at least two parts one being metal and other compound may be ceramic, organic material or another metal is called a metal matrix composite. Metal matrix composites can be manufactured by three main types: solid, liquid and gaseous. Metal matrix composites are widely used in ground transportation, electronics, aerospace, industrial use, construction and in consumer products.
Collagen peptide is a protein which is a primary constituent of the fibrous connective tissue found in skin, bones, and cartilage. These proteins form the dermal layers below the skin to keep the skin firm and healthy. Collagen peptide is used in pharmaceutical, food, dietary supplements, and cosmetic industries. They have various application segments such as in sports performance, weight management, skin health, and joint and bone health.
Biotechnology reagents are the substances or chemical compound that is added to a system to detect, examine or synthesize other substances. Biotechnology industry mainly combines cellular and molecular biotechnology, human immunology and genetics, focusing mainly upon research and innovations in recombinant DNA technology or genetic engineering.
According to geographic segmentation of this market, Europe continues to lead as an established market while Asia Pacific follows as a growing market for geogrids consumption. Countries such as Switzerland and Singapore have exhibited remarkable growth in the infrastructure sector in the past year. The U.S. economy and the North American region lag behind as does the rest of the world.
Globally, the advent and growth of industrialization and information technology has taken place swiftly at a brisk rate. Owing to continuously evolving technology, the requirement for new products is on a constant rise. These industries have huge requirements of various electronic products to perform their functions. The increasing production of such electronic products is proving hazardous to the environment, affecting human health as well.
Enhanced oil recovery (EOR) is a term for the techniques used for boosting oil recovery by injecting chemicals, gas, or steam to force more oil from an aged field. EOR is also called tertiary recovery or improved oil recovery. On an average, 70% to 75 % of the oil remains trapped in reservoirs because it is too difficult to extract, so by using EOR, about 30 to 60 % of the reservoir's original oil can be extracted. EOR has the capability to increase oil recovery up to 75%, although it is expensive to use in an oil field.
Hydrogen gas is a major energy source and is widely used in various industrial sectors such as petroleum refineries, chemical processing, automotive fuel, fuel cells, aerospace and many more. Commercially, hydrogen gas is produced by steam reformation of natural gas or by partial oxidation of petroleum oil.
Psoriatic Arthritis is a type of rheumatoid arthritis which mainly affects fingers and toes followed by psoriasis. Moreover, a condition in which person has both psoriasis and arthritis is identified to have suffered from psoriatic arthritis. Major symptom for psoriatic arthritis is associated with inflammation of the skin and joints. About 11% of patients who has psoriatic also develop inflammation of their joints in a time frame ranging from 6 months to 1 year or sometimes even more, depending upon the personality of the patient.
Occult blood testing is carried out to test for the presence of microscopic or invisible blood cells in the stool. It is a type of colorectal cancer screening test. Occult blood is the sign of a problem in the digestive system, which can be a polyp, growth, or a cancer in the rectum or colon. Once microscopic blood is detected, proper diagnosis can take place. Occult blood can also be the result of ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, diverticular disease (caused by outpouching of the colon wall), and abnormalities of the blood vessel in the large intestine, etc.
The invention of plastic created a new revolution across the globe satisfying many needs and proving a crucial element in packaging and many such applications in varied fields. However the increasing complications related to its decomposition and recyclability led the Environment Protection Agency (EPA) to undertake aggressive decisions. The implementation of these policies resulted into the innovation of polymer plastics complying with the standards as set by the EPA and governmental agencies regulating the emission of pollutant contents.
Phthalic anhydride is an organic compound used mainly for the production of plasticizers and dyes. Phthalic anhydride has applications in various industries such as plastic, paints and coatings, pharmaceutical, consumer goods, pigment, and resins. The market has experienced a negative growth during the economic downturn but now the consumption of phthalic anhydride is growing owing to the increase in demand from end-users. Phthalic anhydride is an important raw material for the production of compound esters, phthalimide, and phthalonitrile, etc.
Polymers exhibiting change in their size and shape in the presence of an electric field are referred to as electroactive polymers. They are most commonly used in sensors and actuators, as they can withstand large force. Conductive plastics emerged as the leading type of electroactive polymer which accounted for approximately 84.2% of the total electroactive market revenue in 2011.
More than 1.5 billion people around the world suffer from chronic pain and it is one of the leading causes of patients seeking medical care. Moreover, cost of pain comes to around USD 100 billion per year which includes lost workdays and medical bills. The global pain management therapeutics has observed healthy growth rate in the past and has huge market potential in the future due to increase in the number of population that suffers from medically significant pain.
Furfural is an organic compound made from a variety of agricultural products such as sugarcane bagasse, corncobs, oat, wheat bran, and sawdust and used in the synthesis of furan as a solvent for refining lubricating oil, and as a fungicide and weed killer. It is an important renewable building block from which plastic and other industrial and household chemicals can be synthesized.
Artificial joints have been anchored with bone cements for more than half a century. Bone cement plays the important role of an elastic zone by filling the space between the prosthesis and the bone. The necessity of bone cement is supported by the fact that the human hip is acted on by 10-12 times the body weight and therefore the forces acting on hips should be absorbed by the bone cement to ensure the safety of artificial implants.
Diammonium hydrogen phosphate (DAP) is a type of water-soluble chemical salt that releases ammonia and phosphoric acid and thus acts as a source of nitrogen and phosphates. This ammonia and phosphate released on reaction with water can temporarily increase the pH and make the solution alkaline. Due to this property and the release of nitrogen and phosphates, DAP finds utility in the fertilizers industry. These released chemicals are also the additives that provide necessary nutrients to yeast for its sustained fermentation.
An alkyl amine is a compound that has an alkyl group attached to the nitrogen atom of an amine. Alkyl amines arise when one of the three hydrogen atoms in ammonia is replaced by an alkyl. These amines are classified on the basis of the number of alkyl groups present in it by replacing one, two or all three hydrogen atoms in ammonia.
Motor vehicle sensors are sensing devices which detect the variations and changes in levels of certain parameters of a vehicle. In a motor vehicle, there are many features which are governed by sensors. The features and actions of a vehicle are mostly controlled by sensors and thus there are a huge variety of sensors needed for an automobile. Starting from breaks to the parking of a vehicle, almost all the features are dependent on sensory actions.
Bio seeds are the inventions of biotechnology, and are used in order to incorporate desired qualities into seeds. They are formed by the laboratory infusion of quality genes into the host body. This is a supervised and improved form of the existing variety in terms of some new introduced genes. It is a process of continuous research, development, and coordination between various levels.
Voice verification technology enables identification of an individual on the basis of voice biometrics. Its works in the same manner as blood DNA and fingerprint matching enables identification of individual. Its main application is in verification of financial transactions to guard against frauds. By assigning proper combination of voice biometrics, consumers can use their own unique voice to authorize transactions, signing and protecting personal data thus reducing risk of fraud and identity theft by making highly secure environment.
Rapid industrialization in developing economies the world over is one of the major boosting factors for the thermosets market. Thermosets are classified into polyester resins, epoxy resins, vinyl ester resins, and phenolic, polyurethane, and other high temperature resins such as cyanate esters. The demand for lightweight and high performance materials from various end-use industries such as automotive, water tanks, and chemical tanks is expected to expand the global market for thermosets over the next six years.
Green Tea Extract (EGCG) is a herbal derivative extracted from the green tea leaves. The antioxidative ingredient in green tea consist of four major epicatechin derivatives such as, epicatechin gallate (ECG) epicatechin (EC), epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), and epigallocatechin (EGC). EGCG is the most active and abundant catechin found in green tea.
Fermentation is natural process in which microorganisms breakdown the carbohydrates into alcohol or an acid. These carbohydrates can be starch or sugar. Fermentation chemicals are the chemicals produced out of fermentation process and act as direct agents to initiate the desired process. There are several processes where fermentation chemicals are the base for raw material breakdown or a part of process initiators.
An aircraft is made up millions of complex parts. The fate of airline companies depends on the health of the aircraft and with increased number of aircrafts worldwide and increased scope of the travel and tourism sector, various new aircrafts projects are coming up. The aircraft health monitoring systems market is booming and the future holds great potential.
An aerogel is a synthetic porous material derived from gel whose liquid component is replaced with gas and which results into a very low density thermal conductor. It is used for thermal insulation purposes and also acts as a trap for space and star dust. Silica aerogel is highly toxic and can be an irritant to the eyes, skin, and to the repository and digestive system.
Yogurt is produced by bacterial fermentation of milk. During the fermentation process, the lactose present in the milk changes to lactic acid and is responsible for making the milk thick and sour. Yoghurt has been eaten for centuries and even today it is a popular food item. It is good for health since it is rich in calcium, protein, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, and riboflavin.
The global display market has shown remarkable progress in recent years and is also showing attractive market potential for the future. The market has a huge share in smartphones and related applications and is expected to be the major technology for TV, smartphones, and relevant applications. North America holds majority of the market share and is followed by Europe and the Asia-Pacific regions.
Airport operations and business models have evolved dramatically over the last two decades to support the explosive growth of the global airline industry. Regulatory reform and deregulation ushered in a new aviation era in North America, as well as in Europe, Asia, and in emerging countries, producing dramatic traffic growth, diversity, and choice for airline passengers.
Fat replacers are used in the food and beverages industry. They are substances that are used as fat substitutes in food items. They are primarily used for reducing the calorie content in food and yet provide the same taste and texture. Some of the types of fat replacers are carbohydrate based fat replacers, fat based fat replacers and protein based fat replacers.
Medical aesthetics is a branch of medical science that deals with the use of artificial organs and body parts for patients who have lost a body part or are in need of corrective surgery on a body part. The growth of the market is attributed by driving factors such as rising disposable incomes of consumers coupled with the rising trend of body altering and the growing number of customer focused aesthetic organizations.
The global pharmaceutical contract manufacturing (PCM) market is believed to hold huge opportunities in the future. With economic constraints in European countries, global pharma manufacturing companies are facing extensive cost containment pressures. As a result, pharmaceutical companies are compelled to explore ways to reduce the cost of drug manufacturing.
Long fibers bound together by either chemical or mechanical or thermal or solvent treatment are referred to as nonwoven fibers. Major applications of nonwoven products are in filters, masks, caps and surgical gowns, and personal care among others. The application scope of nonwovens is increasing as more industries are substituting plastics, papers and woven fabrics with nonwoven products.Depending on the process of generation, nonwovens can be segmented as textile, paper, and/or extrusion.
Nanotechnology has tremendous potential to reform the healthcare industry. It is expected that incorporation of nanotechnology in various applications of healthcare will be the major phenomenon to watch in the next decade. Thus nanotechnology in healthcare offers substantial opportunities to revolutionize the field of diagnosis, prevention and treatment of diseases.
Paper thin display (PTD) is a new generation ultra-thin display with a thickness smaller than 1.5 mm which is similar to a standard sheet of paper. These displays can be used for non-flat surface devices and can be easily wrapped on any electronic device. PTD finds a wide range of applications in electronic devices, signage used for advertising, and automotive display.
Gallium nitride (GaN) is a very hard material with a crystal structure and due to its special properties it is used in high frequency and high power devices such as modules, electronic equipments, packages, and other similar devices. Gallium nitride has special properties such as high thermal conductivity and a high heat capacity.
Medical gases and pharmaceutical gases are specialized gases used for medical purposes, drug processing and various applications of biotechnology. Medical gases include pure gases and mixture of gases for various medical processes. The major types of gases included in the pharmaceutical and medical gases segment are hydrogen, oxygen, ammonia, boron hydride, nitrous oxide, nitrogen, and carbon dioxide.
Uranium is mostly used in nuclear power plants to generate electricity. The rising demand for electricity and the capacity of nuclear reactors is driving the uranium market. The global uranium market is expected to witness significant growth in next six years. Nearly 75% of uranium supply is through mining activity and it is expected to grow further in the coming years.
Industrial protective clothing is utilized mainly for reducing health risks at the workplace. Chemical and biological industries are required to continuously formulate new methodologies and techniques in order to develop new safety measures for employees. Industrial protective clothing comprises of fire retardant clothing, chemical defending garments, clothing for clean rooms, and limited-use general clothing.
Isosorbide is a white heterocyclic solid derivative of glucose, commonly used in medical applications and has also been tried and tested as a bio-feedstock. Isosorbide as a medical ingredient functions as a diuretic and is used in the treatment of diseases such as glaucoma and hydrocephalus. Isosorbide derivatives such as dinitrates and mononitrates are useful in treating coronary artery diseases such as angina pectoris.
A smart TV is an advanced version of a basic television set and is equipped with an internet connection or a computer with a high definition (HD) or a 3D picture quality. Smart TV’s allow users to access social networking sites like Facebook, Google, and others through Wi-Fi connectivity and provide a facility to record TV programs.
Outsourcing has become a popular global issue and the automotive manufacturing industry is now in line with this growing trend. With an increase in globalization, outsourcing is seen as an opportunity to tap the global market. India and China are regarded as a huge potential market due to their growth in infrastructure and easy availability of educated and trained labor.
Smart glass is also known as magic glass or switchable glass and has a wide range of applications in residential, commercial, architectural, and automotive industries. Smart glasses are used as sun roof tops (to control the amount of sunlight) and in rear view mirrors in vehicles. Smart glass technology includes suspended particle devices, liquid crystal devices, electrochromic devices, and micro-blinds.
A wireless chipset or wireless adapter or wireless internet card is an internal hardware design used in computer or wireless communication systems to communicate with other wireless enabled devices. These chipsets are primarily used in hardware including external wireless local area network (WLAN) adapters or WLAN cards. The most common wireless chipsets used in computers is wireless cards with 802.11g or 802.11b wireless technology.
A solvent is a substance which when dissolved with a solute forms a solution. Usually, solvents are liquids but they can also be in the form of solids and gases. They are used for various purposes such as in dry cleaning, nail enamels, paint thinners, detergents, and perfumes among other applications. Industrial solvents are mainly used in pharmaceuticals and in the paints and coating industry.
Metallocene based technology is estimated to boost the growth of the polyolefin polyethylene, and polypropylene industries. The major players operating in the global polyethylene and polypropylene industries invest heavily in developing metallocene technologies to obtain a cutting edge advantage over their competitors.
Fatty acid methyl esters (FAME) are produced by reacting fatty acids and methanol. They are also present in biodiesels and are similar to those in conventional diesel but expel lower concentrations of toxic emissions and thus, are non-toxic and biodegradable. They are produced from vegetable oils and animal fats by the process of transesterification. Rapeseed, soybean, UCO, palm oils, sunflower and animal fat are used as raw materials for the production of FAME.
Energy is one of the basic requirements in almost all fields and sectors. The rising global requirement for energy is triggering research and development teams across the globe to develop new systems that can provide better and adequate amount of energy. The utility-scale energy storage technologies market is expected to excel effectively from 2013 to 2018 due to the wide applications that require a large amount of energy.
Composites (glass fibers, resins, and carbon fibers) find their application in several sectors of the global market including the automotive market. There are several benefits of using composites in vehicles. It renders greater resistance to heat, makes the car lighter, and improves the fuel efficiency of the vehicle.
Rising global prevalence of Parkinson’s disease, cardiovascular diseases and rapidly aging world’s population are some of the drivers for the blood-brain barrier technologies market. Blood-brain barriers create CNS drug delivery problems and manufacturers are making rigorous investments in research and development to invent new drugs and drug delivery systems to amend CNS drug delivery problems. This holds the potential to open up new avenues for the market in terms of future growth opportunities.
Orthopedics is the branch of medical science which deals with healing of bone and muscle related deformities. The global aging population, technological advancements in the field of orthopedics such as the invention of robotic minimally invasive procedures, and the rising healthcare related consumer expenditure are some of the growth drivers for the market. The future sustainability of the market will be ensured by the economic growth in the Asia Pacific and Latin American regions.
1, 3 propanediol (1, 3 PDO) is an isomer of propylene glycol and is extensively used for the production of polytrimethylene terephthalate (PTT) and polyurethane. The method of production of PDO is an important factor for the market; it can be produced either by anaerobic fermentation of glucose or by glycerol fermentation or from ethylene oxide.
Wax consists of compounds that are malleable at ambient temperature and melt above 45 degree Celsius to give non-viscous liquids. Waxes can be natural or synthetic, depending on the source of the raw material used in them. Natural waxes are generally plant or animal based. All waxes are organic compounds irrespective of their nature. The most important source of wax is petroleum but due to the uncertainty concerning crude oil supply, natural and synthetic wax has gained importance over the last few years.
Liposomes are phospholipid vesicles used for drug delivery. Inhalation drug delivery technologies mainly deal with pulmonary drug delivery. Such technologies form a part of advanced drug delivery technologies. Rising prevalence of pulmonary disorders, frequent discovery of new drugs, and technological advancements in the field of healthcare and biotechnology are some of the growth drivers for the market. Economic growth in the Asian and Latin American region will serve as future growth opportunities for the market.
The global wireless HD market has shown remarkable progress in the recent years and is also showing good market potential in the future. A wireless HD is used in many applications such as in medicine, industrial processes, and consumer electronics. Some of the recent applications of wireless HD are portable media players and portable gaming devices, HD camcorders, and 3G/4G mobile communications handsets.
The technological advancement and increase in factory automation has created a need for human machine interface (HMI) and this is the major factor driving the growth of the human machine interface market. Moreover, the growth of metal and mining, automotive, aviation, and packaging industries has paved the way for discrete applications to grow at a faster rate.
Non sugar sweeteners are a form of additives which are added to provide the same effect as natural sugar in terms of taste. Most commercially available sweeteners are artificially synthesized, though they can also be manufactured using natural materials. These are normally used in low calorie diets and beverages.
Succinic acid is a dicarboxylic acid which is a white and odorless solid. It is also called spirit of amber. Succinic acid has a wide range of applications in areas such as pharmaceutical, food and agricultural and chemical industries. Presently a major share of succinic acid is derived from petroleum feedstock.
Many companies that deal in a wide variety of industries are using power rentals to fulfill their temporary power requirements. These companies hire a wide range of power equipment and power services from rental companies to fulfill their power needs without investing huge amounts for such equipment and services. This helps these companies in reducing their overall cost of initial investment and saves them from making long term investments.
Palm oil is one of the most commonly consumed edible oils and is extracted from the fruit of the palm tree. It has comparatively low cost and does not have any trans fat, making it ideal for use in the food industry. India, Indonesia, and China are the major consumers of palm oil in the world and with the growth in emerging economies, the demand for this oil is expected to grow.
Renewable chemicals are used for enhancing the use of renewable resources rather than fossil fuels. Renewable chemicals include all the chemicals which are produced from renewable feedstock such as microorganisms, biomass (plant, animal, and marine), and agricultural raw materials. Strict government regulations, environmental concerns and awareness among people are enhancing the use of bio-based products produced from biomass sources, which in turn is expanding the market for renewable chemicals.
Transfection is the process of intentionally introducing nucleic acids into a cell to study its genetic structure. Approximately 202 million transfection procedures are conducted every year and the market is expected to witness substantial growth during the forecasted period. Some of the growth drivers for the market are increasing research initiatives undertaken in the field of molecular biology, increasing clarity of the metabolic pathways, and the rising demand for genetically modified cells.
Paint additives are formulations which are antifungal, antibacterial, adhesive, flow enhancing, and have odor modifying properties, which paint might otherwise lack. They are generally added in small amounts yet have a significant effect on the paint. The automotive paint additives market can be segmented into rheology modifiers, catalysts, preservatives, driers, and foam control agents surfactants.
A superconductor is a material that transfers electrons at critical temperature (Tc) from one atom to another without generating any resistance (heat, sound, or any other form of energy). The demand for superconductors is growing rapidly due to their increasing applications in commercial, health care, and industrial sectors. Superconductors are also widely used in technologically advanced studies and in magnetic resonance imaging.
Flame retardant chemicals are halogen, nitrogen and phosphorous containing compounds which are added to plastics and rubber in order to reduce the magnitude of burning and inhibit flames. They are increasingly being used in construction of buildings, textiles, and automobile and electronic parts manufacturing.
A photonic integrated circuit or PIC is a device that integrates a number of photonic functions and is analogous to an electronic integrated circuit. PIC is a breakthrough technology as it uses photons as a data carrier rather than electrons. As light travels at a high speed, photonic integrated technology is extensively used for transferring huge amount of data at high speed. Hence, PIC technology based products are largely used in optical fiber communication.
The worldwide agricultural film market is gaining importance due to increase in the size of the agriculture industry. An agricultural film contains various properties such as durability, thermal effect, light transmission, anti-fog properties, diffusion, degradation, and many more. Agricultural films are made up of various innovations such as ultrathermic films, ultraviolet blocking films, fluorescent films, and NIR blocking films.
An embedded system is a special purpose system which is designed to control a few dedicated functions within a larger system. Embedded systems can be hardware or software. More than 98% of computing devices are embedded in almost all kinds of machines and electronic equipments. An embedded system adds substantial value to these products. With wide spread industrial applications, the global market for such a system is expected to show substantial growth in the next decade.
Toluene is a colorless, water insoluble, volatile, inflammable liquid with odor that resembles paint thinner. It is primarily obtained from petroleum and coal tar. Toluene is commonly used as industrial feedstock and as solvent. It is used in paints, inks, adhesives, disinfectants etc. It is also used as a raw material to manufacture benzene, xylene, TNT, production of pharmaceuticals, dyes and cosmetic nail products.
Nanoelectromechanical systems, commonly referred to as NEMS, are systems which impart electrical and mechanical functionality on a nano scale. Some commonly used NEMS devices include sensors, cantilevers, accelerometers, and tweezers. NEMS are an advanced and miniature form of MEMS (microelectromechanical systems). NEMS offers a variety of advantages over MEMS due to which the former are expected to be preferred over MEMS in applications requiring high frequencies.
As one of the first plastics made from synthetic components, bakelite marks the start of plastics. Due to its electrical non-conductivity and heat resistant property, bakelite is majorly used for wire insulation, semi conductors, brake pads and related automotive components, and in industrial electrical-related applications. The commercial uses of bakelite are mainly in the manufacture of inexpensive games, billiard balls, and dominoes produced in countries like China, India, and Hong Kong due to its durability, fine finishing, weight, and sound.
This market is primarily driven by the growing number of new airport terminals and upgradation of existing airport infrastructure. The upgrades can be due to existing systems turning obsolete on the basis of technology used, or due to increase in the handling capacity of the airport. Irrespective of the factors affecting the market demand, the global market is experiencing a surge in demand, attributed to rise in airline passengers, airline operators, and the airport as an independent unit
Smart antennas are also known as multiple antennas or adaptive antennas (MIMO) and are used for identifying the direction of the arriving signal at the receiver or transmitter or both. Owing to authorization of 802.11 standards along with increasing applications of wireless technology in mobile communication and defense, the global market for smart antennas is expected to grow at a significant rate from 2012 to 2018.
Proteomics is the study of structures and functions of genomes and is conducted in protein purification and mass spectrometry. Proteomics is next to genomics and is more complex than the latter as the proteome differs with different types of cells. Owing to its efficacy in cellular analysis, there has been a shift in focus from genomics to proteomics in the field of biopharmaceuticals.
The growing need of nations across the globe to reduce the cost of blackouts is driving the market for smart grids. The conventional electrical grids installed in many countries are now aging and this is causing massive electrical blackouts. Governments of many countries are incurring huge losses in order to maintain conventional electrical grids, owing to which they are now focusing on smart grid technologies.
Moldable semi-synthetic or synthetic organic solids are known as plastics. Plastic packaging revolutionized the packaging market by reducing the overall cost of packaging. Plastics are insoluble in water and chemically inert, due to which they are less toxic in nature. The traditional methods of packaging involved wood, paper etc. which incurred huge costs that was coupled with razing of forests.
PaaS (Platform as a Service) is a service that provides a cloud computing platform and solution stack services. PaaS, the service model of cloud, is used by consumers for developing software by using tools or libraries from the provider. Consumers can also control the configuration settings and software deployment. Platform as a service model helps in the employment of applications, eliminating the cost and complexity of buying and managing the necessary hardware and software.
E-Paper displays, a novel technology, supports the improvement of next generation e-displays. Widespread use of e-paper technology is affecting the paper industry to a great extent and will cause it to shrink. With the growing use of the internet and the introduction of different file formats for sharing documents over the internet, the concept of a paperless office is gaining popularity rapidly.
Cancer cells exhibit a fundamentally modified metabolism that creates an environment in the body to support the growth of tumors and malignancy. In-depth understanding of the biochemical characters of cancer has facilitated the understanding and implementation of several different cancer profiling platforms.
High performance films have wide applications in different fields, as engineers are devising new products that require protective high performance films. Photography and reprography were the most important applications where high performance films were utilized on a large scale. Recently these films are experiencing high demand from the photovoltaic (PV) industry.
A corrosion inhibitor is a chemical compound that curbs the corrosion rate of a material, especially an alloy or a metal. The corrosion rate can be reduced by adding some material that reduces the corrosion rate and prevents the metal or alloy from further degradation. The corrosion rate is dampened depending on the effectiveness and quantity of the corrosion-inhibiting material. Such material is utilized in order to extend the shelf life and retain the tensile strength of the materials for a longer duration.
Silicones are synthetic compounds which are used most widely in applications such as sealants, adhesives, insulation, medical applications and lubricants owing to their excellent heat resistance and rubber like quality. Silicones are basically polymers that contain silicon along with carbon, oxygen and hydrogen.
Microelectronic medical implant is any sort of medical device that involves microelectronic components and is placed inside the body of the patient to achieve the desired physiological response. The microelectronic medical implants market has come a long way since the introduction of the first pacemaker in the 1970s.
Mouthwash is a liquid which comprises of an antiseptic and is used for gargling or rinsing the mouth. Most of the population uses mouthwash in order to prevent dental caries/cavities. A Mouthwash maintains the pH level of mouth, thereby inhibiting the growth rate of oral bacteria. It also helps in curbing tooth decay caused due to oral bacteria.
Electronic prescribing is the electronic generation of medical prescriptions, instead of using the conventional paper copy. The system allows sending a new prescription or its renewal directly to pharmacies without the patient having to carry it with them. The system ideally consists of three components. The physician who is the prescriber, a transaction hub, and a pharmacy equipped with electronic prescribing software.
The change in the rate of a chemical reaction is called catalysis and the substance that causes it is called the catalyst. Catalysts may be solid, liquid, or gaseous and may function in a single phase or multi phase. Catalysts are usually not consumed by the chemical reaction but rather destroyed, deactivated, or inhibited by other processes. Catalysts that speed up the reaction are called positive catalysts while those that slow the reaction are called inhibitors.
A mental disorder is a psychological anomaly that is reflected in the behavior of the patient through distress, disability or any conduct that is not a part of a person’s normal mental development. The causes of mental disorders are varied in nature and many are also unclear. Psychiatric medication and psychotherapy are the two modes of treatment for mental disorder. In psychiatric medication drug classes such as antidepressants, anxiolytics, and antipsychotics are most commonly used.
Metabolomics is a nascent upcoming technology in the field of analytical biochemistry. It can be defined as a systematic study of unique chemical fingerprints that specific cellular processes leave behind. The metabolomics study engages study of metabolic profiles and their comparative analysis. The major hindrance profiling these metabolites is the analysis of all classes of compounds found in the organism and not a single entity like a cell, protein or DNA. Hence, to analyze such minutest details in the organism requires robust platforms.
Marine coatings are applied in military and commercial ships in offshore oil rigs, yachts, and in boats. It is expected that the marine coatings market will witness a double digit growth rate in the next six years owing to higher demand for reducing fuel consumption of ships and the eco-friendly nature of coatings. A specific area of marine yachts and vessels requires specialty marine coatings to prevent fouling above and below the waterline areas.
The wide acceptance of biometrics such as facial recognition, fingerprinting, iris recognition, and hand geometry have already stormed the global biometrics market. However, the new vein recognition biometrics technology, with its unique features, is expected to create its mark in the biometrics market. Of all the latest biometrics technologies, vein pattern recognition is one of the fastest growing new entrants in this market.
A global surge of patient pool and healthcare professionals along with enhancement in medical technology has propelled the growth in the medical tourism market. Medical tourism is when the consumers opt to travel abroad to take advantage of some form of medical treatment at a more affordable price. Rise in the large number of uninsured population in developed countries like the U.S. and frail reimbursement policies has forced people in these regions to exploit cost effective methods of medical treatments.
Thermoplastic polyolefins (TPOs) contains some fraction of polypropylene, polyethylene, rubber and filler (fiberglass, carbon fiber, and metal oxysulfate). The properties of a thermoplastic polyolefin’s depend greatly on the size and distribution of the microstructure. Thermoplastic polyolefins come under thermoplastic elastomers which are polymers and are processed like a thermoplastic material.
The rising demand for energy and limited/inefficient storage systems are proving inadequate to satisfy the demand for industrial energy requirements. Researchers are aggressively and continuously working in order to develop and manufacture effective and efficient systems that will store and distribute the required amount of energy globally. Energy retrofits are the adjustment or addition to the existing energy consuming equipment that are utilized in commercial outlets and in buildings.
Cement additives are chemical formulations added to cement or concrete in small quantities to meet the design requirement and functional and aesthetic aspects of civil structures. These additives are used in residential, industrial, and commercial buildings. The major advantages of using additives include improved strength, color, chemical resistance, enhancement of cement properties and reduction in the use of other chemicals and water.
Over 50% of the world’s most popular drugs are sourced directly or indirectly from natural sources. Pioneering research in marine based drug discovery began with Roche Research Institute of Marine Pharmacology during the mid 1970s. Tethya crypta a marine sponge was the first organism to be commercialized to produce drugs against HIV & Herpes. A small number of marine organisms primarily constituting of algae and other invertebrates have already been researched for commercial value in pharmaceuticals.
The growing awareness about following a healthy lifestyle is one of the major factors for the emergence of fortified foods and beverages. The fortified foods market consists of a wide range of product lines ranging from cereals to baby foods, making the market one of the most difficult ones to track and analyze with precision.
Industrial sludge treatment chemicals are the formulations used for treating waters which are polluted by harmful industrial chemicals or by commercial activities, prior to the waters’ re-use or release into the environment. The end-users of these chemicals are all the industries that produce harmful sludge such as mining processing chemicals, iron and steel industries, mines and quarries, food industries, complex organic chemicals industries, nuclear industries and water treatment industries.
Lactitol is one of the artificial sugar alcohols which is used as an alternative sweetener in low-calorie foods. It is not available naturally and is derived from whey. It is 60% relatively less sweet than table sugar and comprises of two calories per gram. Lactitol is also utilized medically as a laxative. The glycemic index of lactitol is low and hence it is beneficial for diabetic patients. The two major manufacturers of lactitol are Pura Biochem and Danisco which is one of the subsidiaries of DuPont.
Automotive paint plays an important role in the protection of automotives against acid rains, UVrays, oxidization and corrosion. It is one of the primary features that a customer sees and is attracted towards. Most people judge the performance and durability of the respective vehicle by the quality and durability of its paint. Automotive paints have low VOC & high solid content.
The developments taking place in the field of transportation and technology, coupled with the rising incidents of traffic congestions and road accidents, has given rise to the demand for an intelligent transport system (ITS). The purpose of an ITS is to integrate real time information and provide it to the users, who can then make careful decisions and make their travel plans accordingly.
Haptic technology is mechanical simulation used to create the sense of touch in computer and other electronic devices by using different forces, motion, and vibration. The haptic and touch screen technology market observed significant growth in the last few years with growing application in Smartphone devices, navigation devices, portable gaming devices, digital cameras, media players, tablet computers, and e-readers.
Capacitive sensors are devices that enable the measurement of the position of a conductive or nonconductive surface. The high-resolution sensing ability of these sensors makes them highly popular in detection and measurement of position, proximity, acceleration, and fluid levels. Currently, capacitive sensing is widely being used in devices like mobile phones, tables, other mobile devices, laptop trackpads, and in many other applications.
Polyacrylamide is a kind of polymer that is formed by mutually crossing link with an acrylic amide. Polyacrylamide is also known to be formed out of the acrylamide subunits. It is economic, environment friendly, and being versatile it is used in different industries. It is non toxic, however, non polymerized acrylamide may be present in a small amount in polymerized acrylamide which is a neurotoxin and is handled with care. Polyacrylamide consist copolymers of acrylamide and certain few other chemical species like acrylic acid or salt.
Still drinks refers to drinks that include ready-to-drink fruit or non-fruit that typically contains juice content of lower than 25 percent, and water is also included in this sweetened flavor. Generally, in most countries consumers don’t tend to distinguish between juices, nectars, and the still drinks. It’s mostly the price that determines the consumer buying rather than the juice content. Of all the categories under the soft drinks, the still drinks market has shown continual growth with volumes advancing by almost close to 7% which is highest after energy drinks and HOD water.
Fungal infections occur due to unhygienic, damp, and unclean environment. They are caused by microscopic organisms that can invade the epithelial tissue. Most dermal infections are the tinea group of infections and are commonly observed in people. They affect nails, hair, scalp, and the skin in various areas of the body.
Nanoscience or nanotechnology is the study of management of materials at molecular or atomic scale on different applications. The market for nanoparticles in drug technology holds prime share in the global pharmaceuticals market. Applications of nanotechnology can be classified into nanomedicine, chemicals and cosmetics, materials, food technology, energy, military, electronics, agriculture and others.
Contrast media or contrast agents provide better images of anatomical structures since they increase the image contrast, thus providing better images of body structures and organs. These agents are helpful in providing better visualization of body structures during several medical procedures such as computed tomography (CT), X-ray, catheterization laboratory (cath lab), and ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).
Noble gas includes helium, argon, xenon, radon, krypton and neon which have similar properties under standard conditions. Noble gases are all tasteless, odorless, colorless, and non flammable gases. Helium is obtained from natural gas whereas argon, krypton, neon, and xenon are separated from the air by using the process of fractional distillation and liquefaction of gases. Noble gases play an important role in industries such as space exploration, lighting, and welding.
Smart materials are referred to materials whose properties can be modified according to the given requirements by means of stress, temperature, light, electric potential difference, pH or a strong magnetic field. There is wide range of smart material varieties with various properties that make a material well suited for a particular use.
The drug delivery method plays a crucial part in the success of any drug. Drugs with high efficacy and those which are easy to use are an instant success in most medical communities and even among patients. Pulmonary drug delivery is the inhalation of aerosol based drugs through a device called “Inhaler” and the drug aerosol is called an inhalable.
Nanofibers Technologies Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth Nanofibers belong to the market of nanotechnology. They are fibers with diameters less than 100 nanometers. Most nanofibers are produced by electrospinning which is the most conventional method of production. Spinning biocomponent fiber is another emerging technique of nanofiber production. Some other nanofiber production methods include melt spinning, template synthesis, electroblowing, self-assembly, and forcespinning.
Aesthetic laser and energy devices market focuses on the physiology of aging and wrinkled skin and uses technical based procedures for rectification of these processes. Physicians working on aesthetic science are skilled in both non-invasive and invasive procedures, and typically utilize a combination of both to meet the needs of the patients.
Specialty pigments are a class of color additives that are used for enhancing product value and product performance in their application segments. The metallic and special color-shifting effect of specialty pigments has made them popular among consumers. They are primarily used for high-end products and attractive packaging. The application areas of specialty pigments include paints and coatings, plastics, printing inks, cosmetics, and toiletries.
Marine derived pharmaceuticals are the drugs and other pharmacological substances which are made from extracting elements present in marine life. Although the concept of marine ethnomedicine dates back to the 18th and 19th century, actual exploratory work on marine pharmacology began in the mid and late 1960s when groups of chemists in the United States, Japan, and Europe began to explore sponges, marine algae, and other forms of marine life for their medicinal properties.
The global arthroscopy market is expected to undergo rapid growth in the next few years. Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive orthopedic surgical procedure in which examination of joints and their treatment is performed. Arthroscopic procedures are thus primarily performed to evaluate or treat certain orthopedic conditions such as torn cartilage, ACL reconstruction and others.
Bio-succinic acid is derived from plant and animal tissue and acts as a substitute for petroleum based succinic acid. It can also be a substitute for maleic anhydride used in the production of several commodity chemicals such as 1, 4-butanediol (BDO). The application areas of Bio-succinic acid include bio-plastics, resins, surfactants, coatings, lycra fiber, bio-polymers and pharmaceuticals.
The global market for components of proton exchange membranes (PEM) and membrane electrode assemblies (MEA) used in PEM Fuel cells (PEMFC) is witnessing a trend of rising demand. The market is expected to record a compounded growth of approximately 21.1% from 2012 to 2018. The key factors influencing the market growth are growing environmental problems and depleting conventional fuel resources
Photonics is the technology or area of study that involves the study of different forms of radiant energy whose unit is photon. The electronic applications use the electron, whereas the photonic applications use photons. At present, the photonics market is growing at a rapid pace compared to other high-tech industries in the world. Photonics are used in spy and weather satellites, optical imaging and optical communication.
Monoclonal antibodies have brought a paradigm shift in biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors. Monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) are mono-specific antibodies which comprise of identical immune cells and these immune cells are clones of a single parent cell and are distinguished by their unique property to bind to the same epitope.
The demand for biofertilizers is witnessing strong growth since the last decade owing to its eco-friendly characteristics and a trend to reduce the reliance on chemically derived fertilizers. Biofertilizers are manufactured using living cells of microorganisms which help in the growth of crops by providing the required nutrients from the soil.
Wind energy storage devices consist of devices used to store wind energy. The wind energy storage devices market can be classified based on the modes of storage of wind energy such as pumped hydro storage, compressed air storage, and flywheels. The pumped hydro storage method uses wind turbines to pump water from a low reservoir to a high reservoir, which is then dropped onto a turbine to generate electricity.
There has been an increase in demand for the refurbished medical equipment market globally, along with the new equipments market. Until a decade ago, refurbished medical equipments were exported to developing countries, and the suppliers involved were not professionally trained, which restrained the growth of this market.
A class of polyesters used in composite materials, which comprises approximately 80% of the total thermoset resins, is unsaturated polyester resin which is commonly referred to as UPR. The growing demand for UPR from end use industries is expected to drive its demand over the next five years. During the recession of 2009-2010, all the major industries across the globe experienced an adverse effect due to the economic downturn which included the UPR industry as well.
The growing automotive industry and continuous technological developments have transformed the driving experience completely. Cars in today’s world are equipped with unprecedented numbers and types of advanced gadgets. Be it the GPS system or entertainment systems, everything is going digital and driving the global market for automotive electronic devices. Electronic components in vehicles make up more than 30% of the production cost, and this is expected to rise.
Asia-Pacific dominates the current market with more than half of the global market share and is expected to post double digit growth from 2012 to 2018. This growth is accelerated by the growing industrialization in emerging countries such as India and China. Europe is the second largest market because this industry will grow at a slower rate due to the current debt crises in the region.
The global market for tire reinforcement materials, amidst growing safety concerns and rising demand from automotive industry, is witnessing a growing trend. New technologies developed in the industry are attracting the attention of automotive industry leaders, who aim to impart safe and comfortable driving experiences to their customers.
The widening spectrum for application of computed tomography scan and growing incidences of chronic diseases, coupled with an aging population is set to drive the market for CT scanners globally. The global market is expected to grow at an estimated CAGR of 7.1% from 2012 to 2018, with the scope of growth increasing even more in the near future. The CT scanners market has been growing at a significant pace ever since Siemens introduced the multi-slice technology in the field of CT scanning.
Roll to Roll technology (R2R), also known as reel to reel processing, is an upcoming flexible electronics technology enabling advanced manufacturing in the sector. Roll to Roll technology includes several rollers forming a web, around which a substrate is routed through various fabrication operations.
Ultraviolet light is used for water, air and soil treatment which diminishes pathogens present in them, and the germ count as well. The ultraviolet light market is expected to cross USD 2 billion by 2018 at a CAGR of 12.5%. Ultraviolet light is more economical and eco-friendly compared to chemical substances used in water treatment which is the primary reason for this growth.
The term ‘cell based assay’ refers to the use of live cells to test the effect of a foreign substance on the functionalities and behavior of a cell. These cell based assays are the most accurate method of cell testing, due to the fact that live cells are utilized for experiments. It is used for determining factors like cell toxicity, cell proliferation, motility, and cell morphology. The global market for cell based assays is expected to reach an estimated value of USD 1.55 billion in 2018.
Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software is a business tool that allows you to connect with your target audience more effectively to improve operating efficiency. CRM software segment is expected to show a substantial growth in all software application markets with an increasing deployment of software solutions such as Software-as-a-Service, online channels, customer service applications, customer loyalty management, and others.
Smart cards market can be classified based on the basis of the interface into contact smart cards, contactless smart cards, and hybrid smart cards. Based on its components, there are two types - memory smart cards and microprocessors. Smart cards have a wide area of application such as in transportation, telecommunication, for making government IDs, in the financial sector and in paid TV services.
The personal protective equipment (PPE) industry was one of the less affected industries during the recession in 2009. Owing to the higher cost of job related injuries compared to the cost of protective gear procured, industries invest a sufficient amount for acquiring protective gear for employees. A wide range of protective equipment is available with customization to provide the desired safety and the comfort required for employees.
Drug discovery technologies play a significant role in the field of pharmaceuticals as they heavily contribute to the introduction of drugs to the market. The application of drug discovery technologies have a significant opportunity in the launch of drugs for severe diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular diseases, Parkinson’s disease, central nervous system disorders and others. However, the slow growth in the introduction of blockbuster drugs could pose a major threat for the growth of this market.
Graphene, also known as “magic material” by various research labs, is composed of pure carbon placed in a hexagonal pattern. Graphene can be used in a variety of applications owing to its superior performance. The material is said to offer extraordinary properties in all its applications. Graphene is useful in high-end technologies like RFID, sensors and super capacitors among others.
This market includes various products, technologies and services which are used in sample preparation for genomics, proteomics and epigenomics. The market was valued at USD 4 billion in 2011 and is expected to reach USD 9 billion by 2016, growing at a CAGR of 19%. This can be attributed to the fact that sample preparation is the basic step involved in any life sciences research project.
Biological therapies for cancer include the usage of body’s immune system to curb cancer and to fight the side effects generated out of some other chemotherapeutic treatments. The human body has biological response modifiers (BRMs) that stimulate the body’s response towards an infection. Scientists are now involved in producing such biological response modifiers artificially in laboratories to use them in triggering an immune response against cancer.
After the evolution of global positioning system (GPS) in 1990, there have been many new technologies developed for determining the geographical coordinates for moving and fixed objects. Mobile positioning system is one of these innovations which are used to trace an object or person on or above the earth surface.
Antibody drugs make use of the body’s own immune system to locate and eliminate cells which are responsible for the target disease. Antibody drugs have been successful in attracting the attention of researchers worldwide owing to their characteristic features such as fewer side effects and high efficacy in curing certain diseases which were previously untreatable.
Neurodegenerative disorders cause progressive loss of function structure of the neurons in the human brain. The most commonly known neurodegenerative diseases are Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, and Huntington’s Syndrome. Most neurodegenerative disorders are caused because of genetic mutation in completely unrelated cells.
The two most important aspects associated with an intelligent highway are the safety of vehicles and individuals. Use of navigation systems, use of telematics in vehicles, tolling of roads and highways, congestion avoidance, and location services are all associated with an intelligent highway market.
Flow sensors are devices which are used for measuring the flow of liquid, gases, viscous media, solid materials and steam. There are several industries that use flow sensors such as discrete manufacturing industries, process industries, automotive industries, aircraft industries, and medical and construction sectors. Automotive industries and process industries are the leading markets for the usage of flow sensor devices.
Metamaterials are artificially modified materials which possess the properties that are not found in nature. They are assembled together from various conventional materials such as metals and plastics and fashioned in a manner which helps them to exhibit superior characteristics over conventional materials.
Amino acids are organic compounds made from the amine and carboxylic acid functional groups. The key elements of an amino acid are carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, and nitrogen. Structurally they can be segmented as alpha, delta, beta and gamma. Because of their biological significance, amino acids are commonly used in nutritional supplements, food technology and fertilizers. In industrial applications they are used for the production of biodegradable plastics, chiral catalysts, and drugs.
The adsorption process involves the adhesion of atoms, molecules, or ions of substances that are in gaseous or liquid form onto a solid substrate surface. This surface is called the adsorbent and the other substance adhering to the surface is called the adsorbate. Inorganic nanoporous adsorbents have a pore size smaller than 50 nm while micro porous adsorbents are the ones which have a pore size greater than 50 nm. These materials are effectively used in the separation of various chemicals in chromatographical procedures. The adsorption characteristics of these materials help in separating the impurities and required chemicals from the original solution.
The solid state transformer (SST) market is in its nascent stage but is expected to grow exponentially due to its numerous advantages. An SST consists of semi-conductor based components and diodes which are capable of handling high power and fast switching of current. The SSTs have in-built hardware which allows them to communicate with the operator and consumer. The reduced size provides for higher efficiency along with better automation and control. The SST market is estimated to grow with a CAGR of 81% from 2012 to 2018. The solid state transformer market can be classified based on the product type, components, application and geography.
Preventive healthcare technology refers to a very broad range of products and services used on a regular basis for diagnosis, monitoring, and control of diseases ranging from minor colds to major ailments such as breast cancer, heart attacks, and stroke etc. This broad range of devices can be used through a mobile platform and as independent technologies as well.
The nonwoven materials market experienced a slower growth during the economic slowdown in 2008 and 2009. North America and Europe were primarily experiencing a slower growth rate, but the market has recovered and the nonwoven materials market is expected to grow at an annual rate of 8% during the forecasted period.
Technology advancements in forensics have been a primary reason for the considerable growth of the forensics technology market. Improved fingerprint recovery from metals, DNA profiling techniques used at crime scenes, and sensing technologies that are improving the detection of explosives and drugs at security checkpoints is enhancing the demand for forensics technology.
Kinase inhibitors are enzymes which selectively block the action of other enzymes. They help in regulation of the activity of other proteins and, more indirectly, the activities of cells. All these kinases can be divided by amino acids in which phosphorylation is inhibited. Since they can control or regulate the activities of other cells, they are often used in the treatment of cancer and inflammatory conditions.
Metal finishing refers to any process of deposition of a metallic or a non metallic coating on a substrate. Substrates are metal parts and the coating could be metallic or non metallic based on the desired properties. Metal finishing is done on most metal parts in order to enhance its properties, obtain specific characteristics or to enhance the appearance in order to make it more marketable. Most metal manufacturers use the coating process on the manufactured parts so as to obtain the desired results. Metal finishing process has wide spread applications and is used in all areas of metallurgy.
Surface acoustic wave (SAW) devices have been gaining popularity these days due to their increasing applications in different fields such as industries, military, communication, safety monitoring, and many more. These acoustic wave devices are now used as filters, resonators, sensors and actuators. These devices can be used in both liquid and gas environments since they are highly sensitive to surface changes. These have been helpful in measurement of several parameters such as liquid density, pressure, temperature, electrical conductivity, liquid viscosity and so on.
The growing need for reducing the cost of blackouts by various nations across the globe is driving the market for smart grids. The conventional electrical grids installed in many countries are now aging and this is causing massive electrical blackouts. Governments of many countries are incurring huge losses in order to maintain the conventional electrical grids, owing to which they are now focusing on smart grid technologies.
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBO) includes 100% oxygen administration under high atmospheric pressure. Owing to its therapeutic values, HBO therapy is gaining popularity in healing chronic wounds. HBO therapy finds its wide range of applications in wound healing, soft tissue healing and in treatment of cerebral strokes and bends.
Increasing focus on research and development initiatives by the drug manufacturers, lift of export standards for heparin and global aging population are the three most prominent growth drivers for the market. Rise in the healthcare expenditure and research in emerging economies especially China and the presence of a strong pipeline exploring new application areas for heparin, are some of the future growth opportunities for the market.
Theranostics is the fusion of drug therapy and diagnostics to optimize effectiveness, safety, and streamline drug development. Combination of medical drugs with diagnostic tests is also known as integrated medicine, pharmacodiagnostics, companion diagnostics, and Dx/Rx partnering. Theranostics market is an emerging field which is generating strong interest from healthcare industry and regulatory bodies. It is an emerging clinical diagnostics field that focuses on developing specific analysis to predict the use of most significant drug for patient.
The worldwide market for set top boxes is expected to experience significant growth rate in the near future as a result of technological advancements and better quality of signal transmission. Asia Pacific and Latin America markets are expected to witness double digit growth rate in this market as subscribers are gaining access to pay TV platforms for the very first time. Shaken by the economic slowdown, set top boxes market noted slow growth rate in past few years; however, the condition is significantly changing with many new manufacturers emerging in the market, thus increasing the competition.
Autoimmune diseases occur because of the body’s hyperactive immune response in relation to the tissues and substances normally present in the body. In autoimmune diseases, the body actually starts acting against itself. These disorders may be restricted to only a particular organ or tissue. Autoimmune diseases are treated with administration of medications which suppress the activity of the target organ –known as immunosuppression. The exact classification of autoimmune diseases is not possible. However, the overall domain of autoimmune diseases can be classified on indirect evidence based on generation of autoimmune disease in animals, direct evidence acquired from the transfer of antibody and circumstantial evidence.
Cellulose ethers are high weight molecular substances produced by alkalization of cellulose. Due to a variety of important properties like organic and water solubility, pH stability, surface activity, water retention, binding, emulsification, thermal gelation and others, the use of cellulose ethers in various industries has increased over the last few decades. These properties of cellulose ethers changes with the type of cellulose used in production. Owing to the increasing commercial applications of cellulose ethers, the global market for cellulose ethers observed a significant growth rate in the last five years and is expected to grow in future.
Home automation helps to control basic home functions and are automatically or remotely integrated with a computer (or computers). Home automation not only improves standard of living, but also increases energy efficiency and secures lives. Basic components required to develop a well designed home automation system include a computer (or computers) with suitable programming, the systems and devices to be controlled, Wi-Fi connectivity or interconnecting cables, a high-speed internet connection, and a emergency back-up connection for computers. The global home automation market is estimated to grow from USD 16, 879.9 million in 2011 to USD 47,378.2 million in 2018 at a CAGR of 15.8% from 2011 to 2018
With growing number of mobile phone users every day and increasing network complexity, there is a rising demand for self organizing networks and optimization software to manage complex networks. As a result, future for SON and optimization software industry seems bright in the upcoming years. Implementation of 4G network resulted in network complexity, thus facilitating the need of effective technology to manage such complex networks. In anticipation of these issues, large operators have developed self organizing network technology to address these challenges.
Battery is an electric cell which produces electricity from chemical reactions. Batteries are used in laptops, cars, portable devices and household devices. Owing to growing industrial applications the global market for battery raw materials is expected to grow significantly through 2018. The global market for battery raw materials observed rapid growth in the past several years and is expected to grow at a considerable rate in the future. North America is the leading regional market in the global battery raw materials market and Asia-Pacific represents the fastest growing regional market.
A smart/intelligent sensor is a device, which acquires input in the form of physical, chemical or biological mode, converts the input into digital form and relays the output on a monitoring device. The smart/intelligent sensor market can be classified on the basis of the input it measures, as smart flow sensors, smart pressure sensors, smart temperature sensors, smart position sensors and smart load/force sensors. Classification is further possible on the basis of its application in automobiles, medical sector, industry, avionics, meteorology and aerospace. Geographically the market can be segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and Rest of the world.
The Asia Pacific video surveillance market has shown remarkable progress in the recent years and is also showing attractive market potential for the future. Demand for video surveillance is increasing due to the rising demand for high quality images. Video surveillance has proved to be a huge crime deterrent and is being adopted by security and law enforcement agencies across the region.
Driven by rising health awareness and continuous disruptive innovations made in the field of medical and biological technologies, the global market for neurostimulation is expected to reach a market size valued at USD 7.3 billion in year 2018. The market is expected to grow at a healthy CAGR of 8.2% from 2012 – 2018. It was estimated at USD 4.2 billion in 2011. Medical devices manufacturing companies and their technological affiliates or subsidiaries are continuously working on developing novel devices and technologies which can enhance the efficacy of existing treatments and devices, and simultaneously gain market advantage.
Aquaculture is the farming of aquatic organism like fish, aquatic plants, crustacean, and mollusks. Aquaculture involves the process of cultivating saltwater and freshwater organisms under certain conditions. The global aquaculture market size declined during the economic crises in 2008 and 2009. However, the global market for aquaculture witnessed a positive trend with recovery in the world’s major economies and subsequent increase in production levels. Currently, aquaculture is the fastest growing food production system in the world as fish is the primary source of animal protein in all coastal areas.
The world market for 1,3 butadiene is largely driven by demand for elastomers due to their extensive use in manufacture of tires. The global market for 1,3 butadiene was estimated at USD 22 billion for the year 2011, and is estimated to rise by 45.6% in the next 5 years and reach a market size of approximately 32 billion by year 2018. The demand for elastomers is expected to rise at a CAGR of 5.8% during 2012 – 2018, which in turn will drive the 1.3 butadiene market growth, growing at 6.5% during the same period. The market for butadiene, segmented on the basis of applications includes sub segments such as – synthetic elastomers, polymers and resins, and other chemicals and uses.
Policy management software market is gaining momentum as more number of network operators are using policy solutions to generate revenues from new services and to optimize the subscriber experience. Policy management software industry is set to witness strong growth rate in the near future with increasing policy management applications and new vendors. The global sales of policy management software reached $589 million during 2011 and expected to go beyond $1.9 billion by 2016. Wireless market is the most popular segments of policy management software industry. Most network operators are using policy management software to launch new capabilities via secure API networks with third parties.
Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) are tube shaped materials, made of carbon, having a diameter close to nanometers. Due to its extraordinary properties and variety of applications, carbon nanotubes have gained the attention of various industries including electronics, nanotechnology, optics, and other structural materials. Based on structures, carbon nanotubes are categorized into single-wall nanotubes, multi-wall nanotubes, and double-wall nanotubes. Based on applications, carbon nanotubes are segmented into electronics and semiconductors, chemicals and polymers, batteries and capacitors, medical applications, energy, composite, aerospace and defense, and others.
Activated carbon is carbon produced from carbonaceous sources like peat, nutshells, wood, lignite, coir, petroleum pitch and coal. Activated carbon is widely used for its extraordinary absorption properties in various industries like drinking water, purifier industry, food industry and metal plated industry. The growth of the activated carbon market is strongly dependent on growth of these industries. Activated carbon is also used in mining of gold. The U.S represents the dominating single market in the global activated carbon market and is expected to grow at a significant rate in future.
Printing inks are used in the publishing and packaging industry. Printing inks is an emerging industry that embodies the strength of the global as well as regional economies. Asia Pacific holds majority of the market share closely followed be North America. China and India are expected to witness growth in the consumption of printing products. Western Europe and South America also hold immense opportunities in the growth of the global printing inks market.
Worldwide market for solid oxide fuel cells (SOFC) is forecasted to reach $530 million at the compounded annual growth rate of 6.9% from 2011 to 2016. This growth in solid oxide fuel cells industry is expected as a result of its better efficiency and cost effective nature. These types of fuel cells are mainly used in stationary, mobile, and portable applications. Development in technology is also helping in growth of this industry. Solid oxide fuel cells play vital part in securing energy security for the country, improving environment, reducing urban pollution, and creating jobs in manufacturing industry.
The active, smart and intelligent packaging (advanced packaging) refers to the packaging system used in pharmaceuticals, food and other products. Advanced packaging is rapidly replacing the traditional packaging system as it improves the visual appearance of the products by interacting internally and externally with the environment. The global food packaging industry has witnessed significant growth in the last five years due to rising urban lifestyles and rising global population. North America is the largest regional market in the global advanced packaging market followed by Europe.
Sports medicine device markets include devices and products which help in the diagnosis and treatment of injuries mainly caused while performing a sport. This is one of the newest and fastest growing fields in healthcare. The high growth rate can be attributed to the changing lifestyle and higher occurrence of sports injuries due to more exposure of the youth population to sport related activities. The sports medicine device market can be primarily classified based on the product type as body construction and repair, body support and recovery and cardiac monitoring. Sports medicine devices have numerous applications based on the body part they would be used at.
Ready to drink (RTD) tea and coffee is a substitute for carbonated drinks and is widely gaining popularity due to fast and busy lifestyles. RTD tea is especially preferred by consumers who are health conscious, while RTD coffee is perceived as an instant energy source. RTD tea and coffee are one of the most selling products worldwide. The RTD tea and coffee market has shown remarkable growth in recent years. Asia Pacific holds majority of the market share, closely followed by Europe.
Antioxidants are molecules that prevent other molecules from oxidizing. They act as free radicals in the human body and prevent the body from the chain of oxidation reaction by getting oxidized themselves or by eliminating radical intermediates. Different types of anti oxidants include vitamin E, Vitamin C, BHT, BHA and propyl gallate. Anti oxidants are used to safeguard the food from deterioration. The global market for antioxidants is growing at a considerable rate with rapid growth in the Asia-Pacific and North America market. Europe represents the largest regional market for antioxidants with strong growth in UK and Ireland. The global market for antioxidants is segmented into two major types, natural and synthetic.
Global spectacles market is forecasted to grow at the compounded annual growth rate of 3% and reach the market value of $24 billion by the year 2016. This growth is mainly driven by increasing number of population suffering from refractive errors and rising awareness and cost effectiveness of eye care devices over refractive surgeries. About one third of population aging more than 40 years suffers from refractive errors in US and Western Europe. Occurrence of myopia is higher, around 70-90% in some Asian countries. Compared to men, females are at higher risk of developing refractive errors. All these factors are together responsible for driving the growth of spectacles industry all over the world. Currently remains the largest contributor to the spectacles industry driven by increase in aging population and brand consciousness among the consumers.
Radiotherapy is a treatment for cancer which uses beams of high energy radiation to kill cancer tissues in the body. This therapy stops cancer cells from multiplying. Also called radiation therapy, radiotherapy is emerging as a major technology for killing the cancer disease. The global radiotherapy market is a widely growing sector in recent years. The global radiotherapy market could be segmented into three categories, on the basis of types into: external beam radiation therapy, internal radiation therapy and systemic radiation therapy, on the basis of technology into: external beam radiation therapy (image guided radio therapy, intensity modulated radiation therapy, tomotherapy, 3-D conformal radiotherapy, adaptive radiation therapy and others), internal beam radio therapy (low dose rate, high dose rate), and systemic radiation therapy.
Waste derived biogas market is projected to reach $217 billion by the year 2016 owing to the factors like price instability, supply anxieties, and environmental awareness towards the use of fossil fuels. Biogas is a clean fuel mainly obtained from waste materials and is a significant substitute for conventional fossil fuels. Renewable, sustainable energy generation will be the fastest growing energy sector over two decades due to increasing awareness towards environmental protection, and growing concerns towards overuse of fossil fuels. Energy generation techniques from renewable resources are in increasing demand, particularly energy generation from biogas. Biogas is generated through the process of anaerobic digestion.
Supercapacitors are the devices having electrical characteristics between capacitors and batteries. Supercapacitors are the energy storage devices that can charge quickly and store electrical energy in a small package. Capacitors were initially used for faster operating speeds rather than durability; however, most companies and manufacturers are now focusing on developing the capacitors that can match batteries in both areas. Supercapacitors market is rapidly booming and the sales of these devices is forecasted to reach the value of $3 million by the year 2016 due to their increasing use in mobile phones, electric vehicles, energy harvesting, renewable energy, and other products.
The global printed electronics market is a widely growing sector in recent years owing to the many benefits it offers such as long switching times, simple fabrication and low fabrication cost. The Asia Pacific market holds majority of the market share closely followed by North America. The market in Europe also holds immense growth opportunities owing to developments in Eastern Europe. The global printed electronics market could be segmented into three major categories, on the basis of materials into: substrates and inks, substrates could be segmented into glass, plastic and paper and inks could be segmented into conductive inks and dielectric inks.
ROADM is a system that allows flexible, precise, and remote selection of wavelengths transiting a given intermediate node on network for dropping or adding. ROADM components allow access to any wavelength passing through node. This can be done for adding or modifying the data before transmitting to the next node. ROADM components also allows interconnection of multiple intersecting networks at optical level preventing the expense and complexity of OEO conversions to setting up interconnection. The key factor contributing to growth of ROADM WSS component market is the growing demand for dynamic ROADMs.
Telemedicine involves the use of information technology and telecommunication to provide healthcare at a remote location. The primary concept of telemedicine is to negate the distance factor in providing life saving clinical healthcare. Telemedicine can be classified on the basic on technology and services used. Based on services, telemedicine can be divided into remote monitoring, store and forward (real-time) interactive services. Furthermore, based on the application, telemedicine is classified as Telecardiology, Teleconsultation, Teledermatology and Teleradiology. Telesurgery and home telehealth are not very popular in the BRIC region and are in the nascent stage. The BRIC countries have a high proportion of population that suffers from diseases like diabetes and asthma.
Plasticizers are additives that increase the plasticity and fluidity of a material. They are known for their effectiveness in producing flexible plastics for applications in many industries such as automotives, medical and consumer goods. Plasticizers are one of the best selling chemicals worldwide. The global plasticizers market has shown remarkable growth in recent years. The global plasticizers market has registered revenue of USD 26 billion in 2009 and is expected to reach USD 36.7 billion by 2015. The global annual demand for the plasticizers market is projected to exceed more than 13.2 million tonnes per year till 2018.
Small cell architecture deploys significant commercial and performance benefits for 3G and 4G networks, thus, expected to drive the market to a great extent in the near future. Small cell architecture offers 2.5 times user data rate of pure macro cell environment, providing about 1.8 times the capacity for mean data rate of 10Mbps per user. Small cells are widely used in cellular phone applications. Continued aggressive growth in data traffic fuelled by increase in sale of smart phones, and video and application usage, and M2M devices is creating urgent need for faster and efficient networks. Small cells are small cellular base stations designed for use in homes or small businesses.
Biopharmaceuticals are medical drugs which are produced with the help of biotechnology. The US is the largest market for biopharmaceuticals and is the leader in terms of revenue, by a substantial margin. The biopharmaceutical market can be classified based on the class of the medical drug into recombinant proteins, monoclonal antibodies and purified proteins. Based on the therapeutic applications, biopharmaceuticals can be classified as blood factors, thrombolytic agents, hormones, hematopoietic growth factors, interferon’s and vaccines.
Biocides are chemical agents like herbicides or pesticides that are capable of destroying living organisms. Biocides are used as additives in polymers to destroy fungi, bacteria, and marine organism. Use of biocides in rubbers and plastics helps to reduce the cost and cleaning efforts. Biocides are widely used in various industries like water treatment, hospitals, home care, food processing and others. The global market for antioxidants is growing at a significant rate. North America represents the largest regional market in the biocides market and holds 45% of global market share by revenue.
Power management integrated circuits (PMICs) are used to manage a server’s power requirements. PMICs are included in battery operated devices such as media players and mobile phones. Demand for PMICs is increasing due to the rising demand for portable gadgets with multiple functionalities. The global PMIC market also includes LED lighting, electric vehicles, energy harvesting and renewable energy markets. The global market for PMICs has shown remarkable progress in recent years and is also showing attractive market potential for the future. The global PMICs market has registered sales revenue at USD 15.8 billion in 2011 and is projected to exceed USD 26 billion by 2018 growing at a healthy CAGR of 7.4% from 2011 to 2018.
Development of electronic stethoscope is gaining an edge over traditional stethoscopes mainly due to enhanced digital sound transmission capabilities of digital stethoscopes and their increasing use in telemedicine. Despite of invention of advanced technologies like handheld ultrasound systems, stethoscopes are mostly preferred by healthcare professionals for physical examination. Global stethoscope market is estimated to grow and reach $342 million over the year 2017 as a result of increasing demand for electronic stethoscope and fetal heart rate detectors.
Mobile commerce is handled by devices like laptops, cellular phones, Smart phones and tablet computers to execute online commercial transactions. Mobile commerce is experiencing continuous growth in a variety of fields including sales and purchase of a wide range of services and goods, payments of bills, net banking and so on. All these transactions are collectively known as m-commerce or mobile commerce. Mobile commerce is a successor of e-commerce but with its unique functionalities it should be viewed as the next powerful tool to communicate with the customers. Increasing usage of smart phones has led to the growth of mobile commerce.
Debit card users are increasing in number as compared to credit card users. Use of debit card allows the consumers to save money for future use as they know how much money they have and how much money they have to spend. This trend leads to the growth of merchant paid reward programs. Credit cards do not give customers this privilege as they pay later for whatever they have purchased. Merchant-paid programs persuade customers to use their debit cards rather than credit cards or paper coupons. Merchant paid programs are gaining popularity in the market as it offers convenience to the customers and banks as well.
Membrane bioreactor is a combination of various components which are used for waste water treatment. Membrane bioreactor incorporates two processes to treat water. The first step is a bioreactor, in which bacteria consumes organic material with the help of dissolved oxygen in the water, and the second step is a membrane module in which relatively pure water separates itself from organic matter and bacteria. These two units run step by step - firstly liquid flows through the bioreactor and then through the membrane separation process. Membrane bioreactors serve the municipal and industrial sector.
Telemedicine technology is making healthcare market more interactive by implementing the latest technology and telecommunication in providing healthcare services. This market is witnessing stupendous growth due to increase in remote monitoring of patients along with the increasing demand for telesurgery. Driven by the telehospital services market, telemedicine technologies market is expected to reach $7 billion from $5.9 billion by the end of 2013. Telemedicine technology is used as a tool to cut down healthcare costs and save lots of funds spent on healthcare services. This technology is offering one of the few ways of enabling healthcare personnel to meet the growing demand for healthcare services without unacceptable delays.
Global router and switch market is experiencing significant growth rate owing to the driving factors like video, carrier Ethernet, and convergence of residential and business networks. This trend is expected to continue in future in addition to wireless backhaul, which is currently an emerging opportunity that is expected to become a strong market driver in the near future. Increasing use of carrier Ethernet technology and increasing bandwidth usage is one of the major reasons driving this market. Mobiles phones are becoming integral part of day to day communication and they are increasingly used for carrying out business operations even in rural areas. Other significant application areas include personal banking, internet and others.
Changing lifestyle is one of the major factors driving the ready meals market. Manufacturers are making it much more convenient for consumers to prepare homemade style foods with the use of fresh and local ingredients. Ready meals are completely pre-cooked meals readily available at retail outlets that are just need to be heated for consuming. Ready meals market is gaining popularity worldwide as it is most convenient and time saving method to have healthy food.
Power over Ethernet is the technology that offers transfer of electrical signals (power) and data over existing cabling, avoiding the use of separate power cords. Power is supplied in common mode over two or more differential pairs of wires found in Ethernet cables and comes from the power supply within PoE enabled networking device like Ethernet Switch. PoE chipset market is gaining momentum in developed economies as a result of more number of internet users and need for faster and effective communication in minimum costs. Implementing the PoE chipsets for transferring data signals, information can be successfully transferred over power cables, thus saving the cost for setting up of separate network of cables. PoE chipset industry is also expected to witness significant growth in developing markets with the increasing number of end users every day.
Laundry care market is changing drastically since past few years as consumers have started finding value in their purchases. With US economy still recovering from economic downturn, many consumers are evaluating their purchasing habits to ensure that they obtain greatest value for their money. Increasing preference for scented laundry care products and allergenic/ green products, and development of new products is gaining consumer acceptance and accelerating the growth of laundry care industry. Most market segments are growing at more than 5% growth rate annually. Detergent liquid - the largest market segment of laundry care industry has undergone double digit growth.
Optical network equipment market is expected to grow at the annual growth rate of 35.7 % by the year 2014. One of the major market drivers contributing to the market growth is rising demand for FTTH (fiber to the home) and FTTB (fiber to the building) solutions in preference to wireless solutions. Optical network equipment market is growing continuously in developed economies even in economic downturn as a result of more number of mobile internet users and high household internet penetration. China is the developing market for optical network equipments and offers huge potential for optical networking devices suppliers. Telecom bubble burst has contributed to the growth of optical networking equipments market by creating strong market for metro WDM devices.
With end users ranging from teenagers with iPhones to corporate data centers demanding higher bandwidths, there is an increasing demand for newer technologies to deliver this bandwidth. Use of fiber optic cables is the best option for delivering this bandwidth as these cables are considered to be the ultimate bandwidth delivery medium; however, the method is quite costlier. Millimeter wave wireless technology has potential to offer similar bandwidth compared to that of fiber optics without posing financial challenges.
Products such as neodymium-based performance butadiene rubber (Nd-PBR) and solution styrene butadiene rubber (S-SBR) are chief ingredients of high performance rubber. These products represent the family of synthetic rubbers derived from styrene and butadiene. Nd-PBR is chiefly used in manufacturing the treads and side walls of "Green Tires" whereas S-SBR is used as the chief tread compound of "Green Tires". Addition of these products makes tires safe, lessens rolling resistance, improves grip on wet road and increases fuel efficiency, provides high resistance to abrasion and thus makes them more durable. Increasing popularity of high performance rubber in the market is enabling market players such as Germany's LANXESS to develop new production capacities and targets.
Nutraceuticals are defined as the food and dietary substances which help lower the TC (total cholesterol) levels of the body. It functions by triggering the cholesterol inhibiting hormones of the body and thereby restoring homeostasis and preventing coronary heart diseases. Nutraceuticals are currently preferred more than general cholesterol lowering medications. The cholesterol lowering nutraceuticals ingredient market bears two major segmentations, on the basis of types into: beta glucans, soluble fibers, omega 3 fatty acids, plant sterols, soy foods and others, and on the basis of geography into: the North American, European, Asia Pacific and rest of the world regions.
A full-body scanner is a specialized device which is capable of seeing through clothes and walls by creating the image of a person’s naked body without making any kind of physical contact or physically removing their clothes. Technology used in the scanner is a millimeter wave technology which is mainly responsible to see through the body. The device in active form reflects radio waves of high frequency off the body and generates an image which enables to spot some types of objects hidden under the clothes or under any kind of cover. This technology is gaining popularity as it is quick to perform (few seconds) and does not need any personnel to actually strip search and not even touch physically.
The global microwave oven market is projected to grow to $72.5 million by the year 2015 mainly driven by the replacement demand, niche product development and re-establishment of old product line in developed markets of America and Europe. Increasing income levels and growing living standards are influencing the growth of this market across the developing markets of Asia and Eastern Europe. Due to the increasing need of luxury gadgets, microwave ovens are becoming an essential part of modern and well furnished kitchen. Number of technological developments and improvements in design technology is making microwave ovens common in every household, thus contributing to the overall market growth.
In the past decade the global personal care chemicals and ingredients market has demonstrated rapid growth. It is further expected that this growth will not slacken in the next decade as well. Several factors contribute to this rapid pace of the market; however certain challenges of the past will still persist. The major driver of this market is the growth in demand for cosmetics and similar items. With the growth in the purchasing power of the people especially the middle class, the demand for products like anti ageing formulas and hair removal items has grown.
Nutraceuticals have medicinal properties to treat or prevent diseases and they are food or parts of foods in the form of nutrients. Nutraceuticals foods have high antioxidant properties and are beneficial in fighting the causes of anti-aging. The free radicals produced by the body when cells in our body use oxygen, may cause oxidative damage to the body. Thus, these nutraceuticals help in preventing the side effects of those free radicals. Moreover, the human nature to remain young always has made popular the anti-aging medicines in the market. The rising disposable incomes and health awareness among people are expected to boost the anti-aging market in the near future.
Hadoop is an open source software framework which supports reliable data distribution and its applications. Hadoop enables applications to comply with thousands of computers at a time. It was derived from Google File System (GFS) and Google’s MapReduce papers. It is widely used across various industries, owing to its property of crunching large amount of data. The major factor driving the global market for Hadoop includes rapidly growing corporate data which needs to be stored and analyzed for crushing valuable data, which is only possible by the use of Hadoop. In the current market, Hadoop is the only cost sensitive software framework which gives it an advantage of competing against many other commercial software platforms available in the market.
Growing need of alternative energy sources due to rapidly depleting non-renewable energy sources is driving the market for photovoltaics. The global photovoltaic market is expected to reach 55,621 megawatts value by the year 2015 with the compounded annual growth rate of 38%. Continuous developments in this market and growing support from government of most countries are some of the major factors contributing to the growth of this market. Improvements in manufacturing techniques and efficiencies will reduce the actual material quantity used in solar cells. Value of photovoltaic material is projected to grow by 12.3% by the year 2015 and reach $47 million.
Synthetic coating refers to the use of synthetic compounds in the coating of an automobile. Bio based coating involves the use of biodegradable and organic compounds for the process of coating. The synthetic and bio based coating market can be classified based on the composition of the coating and the technology used in the coating process. Automotive coating can either comprise of synthetic material or bio-based material. Also the coating process involves different technologies for the electrocoat, primer surface and top coat. Apart from the above classification, coating can be done on the interior as well as the exterior of the automotive. Synthetic coating is used for the internal surface of automotives due to its superior luster and appearance.
The major factors driving the global market for adhesives and sealants include the growing demand from end use industries such as packaging, construction, automotive and many more. Other factors which are impacting the positive growth of the market include the need for good performance materials across various industries. The volatile price of raw materials and regulatory issues regarding their impact on the environment is acting as the major factors restraining the market.
The BaaS segment has within a short span of time evolved into a complete potential market from a small niche vertical market for cloud computing services. The fast growth exhibited by smart phones, which is driving the market for mobile based applications has seen a surge in demand for BaaS solutions, where in application developers are looking for services such as data storage, user profile management and other services required for running mobile apps successfully.
Autologous cell therapy is a therapeutic procedure which uses the cells of an individual, which are well-bred and nurtured outside the body and then reintroduced at the site of the disease of the individual. Autologous cell therapy is a new breakthrough in the field of medical history. Autologous cell therapy (ACT) is one of the most rapidly evolving fields due to the revolution in the bioengineering sector since the last few decades.
Customer Experience Management (CEM) is getting a lot of attention in the technology market. CEM is a solution through which an organization can interact with their customers and analyze customer behavior, purchasing patterns, satisfaction, complaints, insights and their overall experience. Organizations have to reach out to customers and hence are applying this customer centric approach.
Microwave equipment market is witnessing constant growth rate driven by need for operators to install new base stations for providing better quality of experience over LTE networks. One of the major factors contributing to the growth of microwave equipment market is increasing adoption of Ethernet based microwave transmission. Apart from these growth drivers, high development cost is the major challenge faced by microwave equipment industry.
Near field communication (NFC) has been around since past few years but was not yet implemented as it was undergoing pilot testing phase. Considerable research and developments have been made in this field and several prototypes are developed for number of products and applications. Major application areas of NFC include mobile payments, data sharing, and advertisement among others.
Wireless technology is in vogue at present. People have a huge preference for wireless devices because of its speed and convenience. The most recent innovation in wireless technology is Wireless Gigabit or WiGig. In simple terms WiGig is a wireless technology which operates in a wireless platform over the bandwidth of 60 Hz or more. WiGig is thus designed so as to facilitate faster communication and rapid data transmission. It also possesses more speed than WiFi.
CDN stands for “Content Delivery Network.” This network delivers a variety of content mainly video to web browsers, set-top boxes, mobile devices and gaming consoles. It is the basic term in online video or streaming. In the system of distributed servers, the web content and webpages are delivered based on the geographic location of the user, a content delivery server and the origin of the webpage.
The global metal cans market is projected to reach $466 billion by the year 2017 driven by recovery in consumer spending patterns and innovative product designs along with technological advancements. Expansion in end use application market and increasing demand from emerging market is further driving the growth in market volumes.
Smart pill technology is used to diagnose gastro intestinal disorders such as constipation and gastroparesis. Smart pill technology functions by providing the practitioner with information pertaining to the GI (gastrointestinal) tract such as pH, temperature and pressure. The technology comprises of a wireless capsule, a receiver worn by the patient and the computer software which analyzes and sorts the information collated.
Biosimulation is computer aided mathematical simulation of biological systems and processes. Biosimulation is used for model based calculation of biological systems. The global biosimulation market is expected to grow at a considerable rate from 2011 to 2018.The primary reason for the growth of biosimulation is the increasing use of pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic (PKPD) modeling in pre-clinical drug development. PKPD is the most widely used method in drug development.
Channel-in-a-box (CiaB) is defined as collapsing the pieces of traditional master control and playout chains such as switchers, graphics, servers, audio, routing and channel branding into a single integrated software application that runs on generic IT-based hardware. Channel-in-a-box technology is the next big thing in master control automation this year but most of the major hardware merchants, even those selling it warn that (CiaB) is not yet ready for every buyer. This is mainly due to the fact that TV channels differ in sophistication, and complex installations may work best with traditional control room automation.
In flight entertainment, also referred to as IFE, is the entertainment provided to passengers traveling in an air craft during the flight. The entertainment services comprise of food and drink, along with availability of different entertainment media including individual television sets for every passenger, reading material such as magazines, and music among others.
Portable power fuel cell market is witnessing significant growth since past few years due to its use in number of applications. With advancement in science and technology, there emerged a need for portable electrical energy source which has given rise to development of portable power fuel cells. Fuel cells are more energy efficient and it is believed that traditional batteries will not provide required energy for the modern age electronic devices. Hence, such portable power fuel cells are best alternative for batteries.
Carrier Ethernet equipment market is expected to grow at the compounded annual growth rate of 19.2 percent up to 2014. One of the key factors driving this market growth is the increasing adoption of IP based next generation networks. The US market for Carrier Ethernet equipments is also witnessing stupendous growth rate due to the increasing adoption of carrier Ethernet for mobile backhaul. However, rapid advancements in technology are posing major challenge to the growth of this market as it is encouraging end users to delay equipment purchase.
Ethernet over Coax (EoC) is the term used for Ethernet data transfer systems that make use of coaxial cables to transfer Ethernet data signals between two or more sites. Ethernet over Coax equipment market is growing significantly due to the number of advantages offered by this technology like faster data transfer and better connectivity.
Passive optical network (PON) is a network architecture that brings fiber cabling and signals to home using point to multipoint scheme that enables single optical fiber to serve multiple premises. This architecture makes use of passive optical splitters that helps in reducing cost of equipments compared to point to point architecture.
Home care market is growing considerably as the number of people opting for home care services rather than medical care in hospitals is increasing day by day. Home care services are cost effective and hence mostly referred by patients. The global market for home care products is growing significantly due to increasing adoption of this trend in developed economies; however, it is expected to witness an increase in demand in developing countries in near future due to the growing awareness about home care services.
The basic element used in LEDs is phosphorous that is responsible for light emission. With increasing use of LEDs in number of applications, there is increased demand for construction of LEDs, and hence increasing requirement for LED phosphor. LEDs offer increased efficiency and lifetime as compared to other light sources and hence, they are highly preferred lighting technology in most of the countries.
Digestive health enzymes market is witnessing upsurge demand in developed economies due to growing health concerns and rising standard of living. This market is set to witness double digit growth rate during the forecasted period. Demand for digestive health enzymes is also expected to grow in developing economies as people are becoming aware about the benefits of these enzymes and spending more on personal health.
Diameter signaling controllers are used to lessen diameter traffic congestion and allow signaling and control plane within the networks. Some of the factors such as technological improvements and congestion of network traffic are forcing operators to utilize diameter signaling controllers for efficiently managing and scaling data traffic.
Increasing use of renewable energy sources, aging infrastructure, and rising demand for electricity are encouraging the need to improve transmission efficiency and energy security, thus contributing to the growth of electrical transmission and distribution market. This market is forecasted to reach the market value of $33.45 billion by the end of the year 2012 owing to the technological developments in transmission grid technology.
Video analytics holds great promise, enabling enhanced security and surveillance solutions by automatically monitoring video with specific objective. Video analytic system can provide real time alarms based on defined rules without the need for human interface. This enhances operation effectiveness by working 24/7, reducing the amount of video data to be reviewed by human operators, and thus enabling a high level accuracy of video monitoring.
Increasing demands for electrical power systems, electricity shortages, rising electricity prices, power quality problem, and rolling blackouts have caused many customers to look for alternative power sources to meet their power demands. Distributed energy resources provide best alternative for enhancement of traditional electric power grid.
Some of the major factors driving the growth of hygiene products market are rising concerns about personal hygiene and product innovations. Although, feminine hygiene products share the maximum market size, men’s hygiene products are also growing in demand. This is opening new opportunities for the hygiene product manufacturers to develop innovative personal care products.
An enzyme is a protein molecule that is a biological catalyst with three characteristics - firstly, to increase the rate of a reaction, secondly to act specifically with only one reactant (called a substrate) to produce products and the third and the most remarkable characteristic is that enzymes are regulated from a state of low activity to high activity and vice versa. Being specific in nature, enzymes are required to operate under certain substrate concentrations, chemical environment and temperatures. The global market for enzymes will reach $8.5 billion in 2015. Moreover, the emerging economies of North America and Western Europe will achieve gains; while rapid growth will continue from emerging economies of Asia Pacific, Africa, Latin-America, and Eastern Europe.
Cancer biomarkers serve as an indicator of normal biological processes, pharmacologic response or pathogenic processes, to a therapeutic intervention. These biomarkers are used for prognosis, in order to predict the causes of a tumor. A doctor can also decide with the help of the biomarkers what dose might be most effective for the patients and which patient will respond positively to a given drug.As the area of drug development is facing new challenges and the cost of drug development is increasing, biomarkers are widely used by the pharmaceutical companies to overcome these challenges. Several new companies are emerging, in order to provide advanced technology platforms in different areas such as transcriptomics, genomics, metabolomics, bioinformatics and pharmacogenomics and this is serving as an important driver for the biomarkers market.
Biometrics refers to the technology utilized through measurement of physiological and behavioral characteristics used to identify computer users. Such physiological characteristics commonly include the face, fingerprints, and DNA. Behavioral characteristics commonly include the user’s digital signature, his or her voiceprint, and walk. In the previous decade, the market for biometrics was about USD 100 million. Further, the prospect for biometrics market rose because of several powerful and developed countries beginning to use anti-terrorist mechanisms to combat events such as various terrorist attacks and infiltrations. Also, biometric devices are often used for authentication before allowing access to a computer system..
Continuous developments in the automobile, machine, and transportation industries are driving the lubricating oil market extensively. Driven by relative industries, the lubricating oil industry is emerging as one of the top petroleum and chemical industries all over the globe. Lubricating oil find numerous applications in various industries. Changing lifestyles and the growing need of comfort in each and every aspect of life is giving rise to the invention of various machines, thus indirectly driving the market for lubricating oil. The automobile industry is a major contributor towards the growth of this market. Production and demand for lubricating oil is expected to rise in the coming years due to growth in relative industries.
The global brachytherapy market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 2.2% by 2017 and reach a market value of USD 301 million as a result of the increasing number of patients opting for brachytherapy. Improved efficiency, shorter time required for treatment, and cost effectiveness are some of the factors driving the growth of the brachytherapy devices market. Brachytherapy is an effective, well tolerated, and non-invasive outpatient procedure that is easily personalized depending on individual needs. Technological improvements in dose delivery, coupled with image guided techniques like 3D treatment planning is allowing physicians to get more accurate and precise results. The brachytherapy segment is expected to experience high uptake in emerging economies like India, China, and Brazil. Moreover, extending applications of this technique to other body sites is expected to drive this market temporarily in the near future.
The perpetual obsession among the younger generation, both men and women, to look young and beautiful is influencing the demand for personal care appliances and this demand is expected to remain modest in the future. In the present scenario, customers are very particular about their health and looks, and this is the reason behind the continuous increasing demand for personal care appliances. There are several appliances related to personal care that has acquired a position in the daily routine life of a person.
Demand for power lawn and garden equipment is rising considerably mainly because of improvements in housing activities like new construction and single family home sales. Currently, the residential market dominates the power lawn and garden equipment market owing to increasing concerns of people towards gardens. Also, this market is gaining momentum in the commercial sector, particularly golf courses. Government funding and positive response from private firms for development of landscapes is expected to double the growth rate of this market.
Fiber optics uses the principles of internal reflection, and they are made up of glass or plastic, sheathed with materials with lower refraction index. Fiber optics has varied applications in the medical science frontier, especially in the field of medical diagnosis and surgery. The medical fiber optics market could be segmented into two major segments. The medical fiber optics market segmentation on the basis of applications include: surgery related, sensors, dentistry, and endoscopy and other applications.
Several studies are performed on a human being to check the efficacy or safety of drugs, devices or therapeutic products, and these types of research performed are known as clinical trials. These researches are carried out before drugs, devices and therapeutic products are launched into the market. They require huge investment at the initial level and in the present scenario it has become mandatory for hospitals to carry out such research. It is expected that the global CTMS (Clinical Trial Management System) market will grow at a CAGR of 14.54% during the period 2011 to 2016.
Chelating agents are organic compounds that form co-ordinate chemical bonds. The compound that forms the bond is called a chelate. Chelating agents have different applications in different industrial markets such as enzyme deactivation, textile dyeing, bacteriocides and water softening. The global chelating agent’s market volume is expected to reach more than 5 million tonnes in 2018. The market is growing rapidly due to factors such as innovative use of chelating agents and the increase in demand of cleaners and detergents.
Real time location systems allow a user to identify and track the location of objects in real time by attaching a simple tag or badge to the object. The user can receive the signal from this badge to track the exact position of the object. RTLS integrates with a system that provides passive or active information of location. Real time systems help companies to arrange their assets effectively. This machinery is specially used in various warehouses or logistics companies to track the exact position of automobiles. In 2011, the RTLS market was reported to be about USD 256 million. The market is estimated to reach USD 4 billion by 2022.
Metrology is the science that deals with the measurement of any parameter which includes both experimental and theoretical aspects of measurements determined at any level of uncertainty. Now days, consumers are adopting the conservative approach towards investing in capital equipments. Despite correctness and accuracy in manufacturing processes, rising cost of dimensional metrology equipments is of great concern which has enabled the outsourcing of metrology services. Keeping in mind the complexity of manufacturing processes in industries, it is important to have the measuring equipments that are highly accurate and precise. Multiple technologies are implemented to ensure the appropriate 3D measurements.
Among the several diseases worldwide, cancer is majorly responsible for a high global mortality rate. The number of cancer patients is soaring and in 2012 it is projected that 1,638,910 new cases of cancer will be found, whereas 577,190 people are projected to die from cancer. Of the several cancer types that exist, kidney cancer is projected to cause 12,484 deaths in 2012 and it is estimated that 59,588 new kidney cancer cases will emerge. Kidney cancer can be divided into two groups, i.e., renal pelvis cancer and renal parenchyma cancers.
The term telemedicine refers to the utilization of telecommunication technologies in the healthcare industry. Doctors use such technologies to diagnose or treat a patient remotely. Video telemedicine deals with that part of the telemedicine market, which is done through video conferencing. The global telemedicine market was estimated to be USD 740 million in 2011. The market will grow to reach USD 877.50 million in 2012, and will grow at an estimated CAGR of 18.58% from 2012 to 2018, to reach USD 2440 million by 2018.
Ribbed smoke sheet is a natural rubber in the form of a sheet which is used in various industries owing to its properties like tear strength and cleanliness. The main reason the rubber sheet is smoked is to improve its tensile strength. The ribbed smoke sheet market suffered a setback during 2008 – 2009 when the global economy was under pressure, but since then the global ribbed smoke market is growing at a healthy pace. The major factors which are contributing to the continuous growth of the market include the growth of the global automotives market which in turn is increasing the market for tires globally.
Chiral technology is widely spread in human life for instance, drugs for treating diseases, hair sprays, clothes and other several materials are composed of chiral molecules. The global market of chiral technology was USD 4.75 billion by 2010 and expected to reach at USD 5.83 billion by 2017 at an estimated CAGR of 3.05% between 2010 and 2017.
Valves which are used to control pressure, temperature and level of liquid are called control valves. It is widely used in industries where the flow and level are required to be maintained. Control valves open or close responding to the process variable defined for its operation by means of electric and pneumatic actuators. The major factors which are driving the control valves market includes: growing investment in the oil & gas sector. This automatically creates demand for control valves, as they find application right from the extraction of crude oil/gas till it reaches the end customers via refinery and oil terminals/depots.
Bottled water market is one of the rapidly growing and competitive markets worldwide. It plays a significant role in solving the water pollution problems by providing safe and purified drinking water to people. Growing concerns about personal health and increasing promotional activities are some of the major factors driving the market growth. Rise in water pollution level is encouraging the use of water filters or bottled water for daily for daily use, thus contributing to the market growth. Tremendous growth in population, increasing disposable income, poor quality tap water, rampant water pollution, panic water buying triggered by chemical spills, and impact of natural calamities on water resources are some other important factors boosting the growth of bottled water industry.
Omega 3 and omega 6 are the essential fatty acids which are not synthesized by the body but are important for its metabolism. Marine oils, one of the sources of omega 3, continue to dominate the omega 3 fatty acids market. Fish oil concentrates are expected to witness highest growth in terms of volume as well as value in upcoming years. The market for omega 3 and omega 6 is expected to witness considerable growth in the near future due to increasing market potential and growing preference from consumers. This market is expected to continue penetrating functional foods and dietary supplements arena.
With the growing population and ever increasing need of power generation to satisfy the needs of this population, it has become extremely important to look out for alternative sources of energy. BIPV roofing is emerging as the best alternative energy source and hence, the future of this market seems to be extremely bright. Building integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) makes up an important part of photovoltaic market. Global BPIV market is expected to undergo annual growth rate of about 56% and reach the capacity of 11,392 megawatts over the year 2015. Building integrated photovoltaic roofing is the fastest growing segment of this market and it is expected to reach the capacity of 3197 megawatts over the year 2015 with the compounded annual growth rate of 51% during the forecasted period.
Energy drinks boost up the energy levels and make you feel healthier. Worldwide energy drinks market is projected to grow at the compounded annual growth rate of more than 10% by the year 2016. Increasing health awareness among people is playing a significant role in the rising popularity of energy drinks. Most energy drink manufacturers are launching innovative products in the market to withstand the strong competition from emerging players. Industry is also continuously experimenting with products like light drinks or sugar free products to attract female consumers.
Beer, an alcoholic beverage, is made through the process of fermentation and brewing of starch from malted barley. This industry involves production, distribution and sale of beer in the market. The beer market consists of retail sales of bitters, ales and stouts. It is categorized into four categories - low/no alcohol beers, premium lager, specialty beers and standard lager. This market is valued according to the retail selling price of the products and also includes certain taxes. Three prominent brewers in this sector are South African breweries’ Miller, Anheuser-Busch and Molson Coors brewing company.
Global energy market is witnessing a shift toward waste to energy technologies as a result of the increasing energy demand worldwide, depletion of conventional energy sources, and growing concerns of environmental pollution from conventional energy sources. Governments across the globe and social organizations are offering financial schemes for encouraging generation of energy from agricultural and industrial waste. The waste to energy market is expected to reach a market size of USD 29.98 billion by 2015 at a CAGR of 5.5%. This growth is expected because of the increasing influence of WTE for generation of electricity and heat required for various applications.
The microwaveable foods market had remained immune to the economic downturn and grew moderately in later years. This trend is expected to continue in future and this market is expected to witness a healthy growth in the coming years backed by factors like ease of preparation, convenience, and time constraints of a busy population. Increasing working women population, changing purchasing patterns and wide availability of microwaveable food products are some of the major factors contributing to the growth of the microwaveable food market. To satisfy the needs of a fast paced lifestyle, manufacturers are focusing on innovative microwaveable food products development.
The global biogas upgrading market is expected to reach $338.5 million by the year 2016 at the compounded annual growth rate of 22%. Europe is the largest contributor to the growth of this market and it is expected to hold the market value of $250.5 million in 2016 with CAGR of 22%. Asia Pacific market is projected to reach $83.9 million at a CAGR of 22.8% by the year 2016. Renewable energy is expected to be one of the fastest growing energy sources in the near future. The market for biogas generation is estimated to grow significantly due to its use in number of residential and industrial applications. Biogas offers better efficiency as compared to other renewable energy resources and it is even more cost effective.
Angina pectoris market is expected to grow at the CAGR of 3.5% and reach the value of $12,707.4 million by the year 2018. This growth is primarily driven by the increase in number of patients undergoing treatment for angina pectoris and likely approval of new therapies like varespladib and Generx that are in late stage of clinical development. If approved, these products are expected to contribute in the growth of angina pectoris industry as they will be marketed at premium price by their inventor companies. Innovative mechanism of action of these products will lead to improvements in effectiveness and safety over currently marketed products.
A photocopier is a machine that makes paper copies of documents and other visual images quickly and cheaply. Photocopying is widely used in business, education, and government. The biggest differentiators in the industry are the penetration, distribution strength and efficient after-sales-support. The photocopier demand has been to a large extent fuelled by the growth in the services sector, with banks and multinational companies leading the way. The future is likely to be in developing India as a manufacturing base and in providing comprehensive services to customers.
The wound care market is gaining traction worldwide, due to the increase in diseases caused by the change in lifestyle. People are more prone to diseases like diabetes, heart diseases and obesity. The number of population above forty is also increasing globally, Aged people are more prone to diseases when compared to the younger generation, thus driving the overall wound care market. The increase in number of new entrants in this market is increasing the competition across the globe.
Colorectal cancer is formed due to uncontrolled cell growth mainly in rectum, colon and appendix. The major reasons for colorectal cancer are aging population and changing lifestyle. People above 50 are more prone to colorectal cancer. It is the third most common type of cancer diagnosed across the world. More than 11 million people were diagnosed with cancer in 2008 and the number is set to rise in the coming years.
Telemedicine makes healthcare more interactive by utilizing latest technology and telecommunication. Telemedicine market is witnessing double digit growth in the past and will continue to do so in the future. Major factors driving telemedicine market is the increase in remote monitoring of patients along with the increasing demand for telesurgery. Global Telemedicine market is dominated by United States.
Cryogenic equipments are designed to keep liquefied gases in liquid state as these gases are required to be stored at a temperature below -150°C, commonly referred as cryogenic temperature. Some of the major factors driving this market are the increasing consumption and demand of energy and power from the growing population and industrialization. With the growth in global economy, especially china the demand for cryogenic equipments is set to rise. Cryogenic equipments are widely used in industries such as chemical, electronic, metals, energy, and power among others. Among all the major geographies APAC is leading the market with a market share of more than 35% followed by Europe and North America. Cryogenic equipments are mostly used in the form of tanks, vaporizers, pumps and valves. Out of all these types, tank is the most popular and growing segment closely followed by valves and others.
Rising awareness among consumers towards health benefits of foods and their nutritional benefits for potential disease prevention and health enhancement is driving the global market for functional foods. Functional foods are the medicinal foods that provide health benefits beyond energy and essential nutrients. They have health promoting and disease preventing properties which are the major reasons for growing preference for functional foods. Growing interest of consumers and widespread understanding of how proper diet can improve immune power are some important factors driving the functional foods market.
Naphtha is basically used as the primary component in the production of gasoline and fuels. It is used as feedstock for production of olefin and aromatic petrochemical products. The increasing use of naphtha in different applications is driving the naphtha market. Chemical applications of naphtha include its usage as feedstock for steam cracking to produce petrochemicals. Naphtha is also used for producing reformate for gasoline blending stock.
Tomato ketchup is a high demanding condiment in the fast food industry. It is used as an accompaniment with various food items like french fries, burgers, chips, sandwiches, and also as a base for other sauces. Earlier, this ketchup was thin and watery; it is now available as a thicker sauce. The global ketchup market is growing rapidly. Tomato is a major ingredient for any ketchup or sauce because of its various health benefits. The global tomato ketchup market is gaining maximum share from the US and Europe and also growing in Asia Pacific and Middle East. This market is expected to reach USD 3.3 billion by 2015.
Increasing concerns about the use of conventional thermal energy sources, developed economies are largely dependent on nuclear energy for power generation in order to satisfy their power demands. Nuclear power is used for the generation of electricity across the world due to its power efficiency and sufficient availability. Nuclear disasters in the past few years have questioned the safety of using nuclear power. This industry has been experiencing tremendous growth in the past few years. Significant technological development in reactor technology, safety measures, and zero carbon emissions from nuclear power plants are some important factors driving the growth of this market. Impact of nuclear disaster remains foreseen in the coming years, but there are many countries adopting this technology to meet their energy demands.
Worldwide increasing prices of crude oil and growing demand for fuel operated machinery is encouraging the need for alternative fuels. Currently, natural gas, ethanol, methanol, biodiesel, propane and others are some of the best alternatives available. With the advent of new technology, these fuels are used in number of vehicle applications. Use of these alternative fuels in vehicles can reduce emission of harmful pollutants. Alternative fuels market has not only revolutionized transportation industry, but it has also created new boundary for expansion of emerging energy players.
Increasing pressure on businesses to grow revenues by keeping the production cost low is driving the outsourcing market across the globe. Most leading manufacturers are opting for network outsourcing due to its numerous advantages over self manufacture of goods. The outsourcing market is becoming widely popular and growing rapidly as most companies are feeling the need to outsource their jobs for saving production and service costs and managing their businesses intelligently. Network outsourcing is helping to increase the network capacity to meet the growing demands of data services. Even the companies are struggling to reduce costs in the times of economic uncertainty.
Global market for air care is growing significantly due to the rising consumer concerns about aesthetic qualities of air care products and improving living standards. Despite of slower recovery rate from economic crisis, there is an increasing demand for air care products in the US market, as consumers are opting to purchase more expensive and aesthetically pleasing air care devices. Development of new range of air care products and packaging innovations are some of the important factors driving the growth of air care industry.
A biomarker is a gene, molecule or characteristics, by which pathogenic processes, biological processes or pharmacologic response can be evaluated or measured. They are classified on the basis of their application in different medical processes. These biomarkers help effectively in clinical decision making and thus help in diagnosing the health of a patient. In the present scenario, biomarkers are extensively used in the treatment of diseases such as cancer. The worldwide market of biomarkers is increasing tremendously due to its popularity and wide use in different drug discovery.
The advanced materials and devices for renewable energy market is projected to reach $31.8 billion by the 2016 with the compounded annual growth rate of 7.4%. This significant growth is expected as a result of depleting energy resources and increasing demand from growing population for satisfying energy related needs. Developed economies like Europe and America are the biggest consumers of this market as a result of upsurge advancements in technology and higher standard of living. European market is expected to reach $14.4 billion by the year 2016 with the compounded annual growth rate of 11.7%.
Warm air heating is the recent replacement for traditional methods of water heating systems within the industrial arena. Warm air heaters are now largely becoming popular in residential areas with their increasing use in home heating applications and a number of other residential applications. The global market for warm air heaters is expected to witness significant growth in the coming few years with tremendous growth potential in new installations. Warm air heaters force the air around the building and are used in industries and public spaces to increase efficiency by saving up to 20% energy.
Demand for power generation has grown immensely with tremendous growth in the world population and the consequent need to fulfill the ever-increasing demands. Fossil fuels are proving insufficient in meeting the increasing demand for energy and hence there is a need to look out for substitute energy resources. Natural gas is the best alternative that can be used for generation of electricity. The natural gas-fired electricity generation market is growing rapidly as it offers a number of advantages over other fossil fuels.
CLEC market is growing in demand in developed countries with huge numbers of telephone users, increasing need for faster communication, incorporation of advanced services, and emergence of small market players in the field. CLEC is also making significant progress in business sector by collaborating with incumbent local exchange carriers to provide services like wireless fidelity (Wi-Fi). The competitive local exchange carriers market is focusing on development and deployment of advanced services like VoIP (voice over internet protocol), particularly with phasing out of unbundled network element platform.
Network virtualization provides a powerful way to run multiple networks at the same time over a shared substrate. It is a method of combining the available resources in a network by splitting up the available bandwidth into channels. The network virtualization market is growing rapidly as it is making it easier to manage the network and reduce the time required for the administrator to perform a task. This method is proposed to increase productivity, efficiency, and job satisfactions of the administrator as many of the tasks are performed automatically, thus reducing the complexity of the network. With the implementation of this technology, it has become easier to manage files, images, folders, and programs centrally from a single physical site.
Worldwide market for needle free delivery devices is forecasted to grow and reach the value of $5.9 billion by the year 2022 driven by the factors like developments in technology and emergence of new products such as micro needle patches and novel jet injectors. This market is expected to benefit from increasing efficiency of manufacturing processes, and the growth of emerging economies. Developed economies like the U.S. as well as Japan are also expected to witness double digit growth in the sales of needle free delivery devices market. Needle free delivery technology is proving useful in drug delivery techniques. This method is advantageous for device developers as well as end users.
Thin film photovoltaics are solar cells manufactured by placing one or more thin layers of photovoltaic material on a substrate. The thickness of such a layer varies widely ranging from few nanometers to a few micrometers. There are two leading manufactured solar photovoltaic (PV) technologies in commercial use today; crystalline silicon PV and thin-film PV. Photovoltaic (PV) technology transforms solar energy from the sun released in the form of photons into electricity. Current PV technologies use semiconductor materials also found in computers and other electronic equipment. Semiconductors release electrons from their atomic bonds producing electrical current.
Cloud computing, the recent buzz word in the internet market, in simple terms is the process of delivering hosted services through the internet. Though the concept is in its naïve stage, it is generating tremendous interest among users of all types, and has become a promising business opportunity to venture in and explore. The cloud computing services market which is currently valued at USD 79.60 billion for the year 2011 is projected to grow steeply at a CAGR of 23.21% and reach a market size of USD 148.9 billion by year 2014.
Medical education is the term associated with the practice of working as a medical practitioner either for initial training to become a doctor or for additional training after gaining the degree. Medical education market actors includemedical schools, health program providers, nursing programs providers, and such others. Continuous growth in world population and rising awareness towards personal health is creating the need for seeking medical education, either for working as a medical practitioner or for personal care.
Ethylene Glycol is an organic compound used as automotive antifreeze; it is an odorless and colorless liquid in its pure form. Ethylene Glycol is used as a raw material on the production of polyester fibers such as PET among others. It is used as a medium for convective heat transfer in automobiles and liquid cooled computers. It has got huge importance and has multiple applications due to its availability and price.
As the consolidation in healthcare industry is pacing up, need of shared databases and medical records is increasing day by day. Upcoming technologies such as SaaS, helps in implementing electronic medical records and various other applications quite efficiently and effectively. IT and Telecom together is making it possible to monitor patients at any point of time irrespective of the location. Thus the need for IT and Telecom products and services is growing worldwide.
Over the counter abbreviated commonly as OTC is practice of selling non prescription drugs or medication that can be sold without physician consultation. The drugs sold through OTC are “Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API)”. OTC drugs are proprietary mixtures formulated using single API or combination of APIs. There are more than 80 therapeutic classifications that are allowed to sale products through OTC. These categories range from analgesics, antipyretics to aphrodisiacs.
Energy harvesting is basically is power harvesting or energy scavenging. It includes photovoltaics, piezoelectrics, thermovoltaics and electrodynamics. With increasing environmental concerns and escalating demand for green, Energy harvesting is paving its way into variety of applications, especially small electronic devices.
Impotency and urinary incontinence are growing concerns among people these days. Technological development is helping to overcome these age-related problems. There are various genitourinary drugs available today to cure the related illnesses. The genitourinary drugs market is expected to grow in developing economies in the near future due to growing concerns about urinary incontinence and related illnesses. The U.S. market remains the largest market for genitourinary drugs, while Japan stands in the second place in the consumption of genitourinary drugs.
Wi-Fi has emerged as an important market driver for the mobile industry. In response to the dilemma of network traffic congestion, major mobile operators have publicly adopted Wi-Fi technology, but they are yet to implement its integration that will make Wi-Fi an extension to wireless mobile networks. This Wi-Fi offload is expected to offer traffic congestion relief and encourage users to choose Wi-Fi over cellular networks, thus distancing the subscriber from service providers. As a result, the future for Wi-Fi offload equipment market seems to be bright with the number of mobile user increasing every day. Wi-Fi offload equipment market is growing due to the increasing need for access to multiple networks in one subscription because of network traffic congestion.
Healthcare equipments are used to provide a variety of healthcare services to patients thus helping in reducing pain and initiating better recovery. Demand for healthcare equipments is rising as a result of the growing population and rising awareness among people of the importance of self monitoring of chronic conditions. This trend of preventive healthcare is growing in demand leading to an increased usage of self monitoring devices. Convenience and cost effectiveness of home healthcare equipments is another major reason for the increasing adoption of such healthcare devices. Constant innovation in design and technology is making these equipments user friendly.
Rich communication suite (RCS) service provides rich messaging and multimedia services for mobile subscribers. The increasing number of mobile phone users and the need for faster and effective multimedia communication are driving the market of rich communication suite services. Rich communication suite services support the RCS-enhanced variant of the standard to allow fast delivery of new services within the traditional contact list framework. One of the major drivers of the RCS market is the increasing penetration levels of mobile subscribers in many regions, which is encouraging the implementation of value-added services and applications, specifically mobile broadband, to increase revenues.
The technology used for producing/generating electricity by burning coal is known as coal fired power generation. Globally it is one of the oldest and an efficient way for generating electricity. Its value can be understood as its ability of supplying power during both peak-demand and non-peak demand. The main driver which is pushing the coal fired generation market is the fact that it costs less than other sources of energy and since it’s an old concept it is reliable in terms of its technology. The factors that are hampering this market are the environmental concerns related to burning coal. An opportunity lies in looking for some technological advancement which can negate the effect of coal on the environment.
Wireless technology is a rapidly expanding phenomenon in the 21st century. It started with wireless data transfers to wireless net connectivity to LAN/WAN/internet connection as well the modern electronics going the wireless way. Wireless personal area network (WPAN) technologies, Bluetooth, wireless USB which eliminates the need of landline cabled infrastructure while allowing electronic devices to connect and communicate are growing in popularity. WPAN enabled devices are a growing clan in the electronics industry and they mark the era of intelligent inter-device communication.
Knee implant procedures are done when a patient has knee pain, a traumatic injury or a disability from rheumatoid arthritis, or osteoarthritis. In the surgical process, a surgeon implants the device (artificial device) and replaces the damaged knee with it. There are many different types of implants - which are made of metal alloys, strong plastic parts or ceramic material. The knee implants market will grow due to factors such as increase in the rate of age related diseases like osteoporosis and arthritis, diabetes, obesity, ageing population and injuries related to sports. However due to technological advances such as minimal invasive surgery, better implant materials and better success rates, even the younger population are able to undergo knee replacement surgery.
Biometrics is the process of identification through the utilization of unique bodily functions such as DNA, finger prints and facial traits. The main function of such a system is to apprehend security threats. The healthcare biometrics market deals with the integration of the biometric process into the healthcare sector. The global healthcare biometrics market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 33% from 2012 to 2018, and it is expected to reach an estimated figure of USD 1,005.015 million by the year 2018. The U.S holds the maximum market share for the healthcare biometrics market and is also expected to grow at a steady growth rate.
The personal care packaging market is composed of three segments - plastic, glass and aluminum. Many consumers spend their time in evaluating the packaging and brand name of personal care products. They are highly attracted towards these products because of its packaging or brand name. The packaging of products differentiates the brand from other brands. This market has six main sectors - flexible tubes, plastic bottles, aerosol cans, glass containers, plastic jars and other metal and plastic containers. Personal care packaging market has registered revenue of USD 6.6 billion with a CAGR of 6.05% in 2011 and is expected to reach USD 9 billion in 2016 with a CAGR of 6.62%.
Disposable gloves are used during medical examination and certain procedures and they prevent and protect medical personnel from different types of contamination. Disposable gloves are made of different types of material such as latex, nitrile, rubber, vinyl and neoprene. William Stewart Halsted was the first to use disposal medical gloves at the Johns Hopkins University in 1890. Most of the disposable gloves are classified depending upon the powered coat or non powered coat. Disposable gloves market are finding increasing application in varied segments especially in advanced technology, service and food industries, which acts as some of the drivers fuelling the market.
The global mobile backhaul equipment and services market is experiencing stupendous growth as a result of the worldwide increase in mobile data traffic and technological advancement in the mobile industry. Mobile backhaul equipment industry is also witnessing demand for microwave-based equipments for backhaul solutions. On the other hand, rapid technological development is encouraging end users to delay equipment purchase, which is a major challenge faced by this industry. Mobile traffic has grown at tremendous pace in past few years, and development in technology is expected to double this growth in the future.
The online movie ticketing market is forecasted to grow by USD 13.72 billion by the year 2017 with a CAGR of 7.3%. Online movie ticketing industry has revolutionized the traditional ticket booking system and totally changed the consumer habits of buying movie tickets. The online movie ticketing market is experiencing continuous growth due to changing need for entertainment, penetration of internet, more awareness about online services, intensive advertising and many more. Some supporting factors which drive the market growth are: increasing digitalization, rising disposable income of consumers, internet services, frequent movie releases, and many more.
Social networking advertising is the means of gaining attention of customers by utilizing social networking portals. Increasing use of internet and social media have forced marketers to find better ways of communication and engagement with customers so as to increase the efficiency of advertising, increase their customer base and create loyal customers. The global social media market reported USD 11.78billion revenue in 2011 and this is expected to increase to USD 17 billion in 2012. In this market, the major contribution of 60% by the social networking advertising market generated revenue of USD 5.52 billion in 2011 which is expected to generate revenue of almost USD 9 billion in year 2012. Social media advertising market is expected to grow 52% to 58% year over year.
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is administration of hormones to those patients who are under a phase of declining natural hormones in their body. Hormone replacement therapy is mostly administered to women undergoing menopausal phase. The hormones which are administered to patients are mostly Estrogen also supplemented by progesterone and testosterone. The modes of administration are oral tablets, implants, patches, vaginal creams etc. The global hormone replacement therapy market is expected to rise to approximately USD 3.6 billion by 2018.
Palm methyl ester is a base used for producing biodiesel. It is produced from palm oil in a chemical process is known as transesterification. Methanol acts as a catalyst to convert palm oil to methyl ester. Palm oil cannot be directly used as engine oil due to higher viscosity than that of petroleum products. It is first converted to smaller molecules of methyl ester before being used as a diesel fuel. Palm methyl ester is a ready substitute for diesel. It is successfully tested and used as fuel for power stations and passenger cars. Increasing use of this substitute fuel is driving the palm methyl ester market. It is expected to witness significant growth in the coming years.
The changing focus of information media and entertainment industry has shifted the smart phone application market from being a niche market to an ordinary market with more and more people owning a smart phone these days. As people are becoming tech-savvy, smart phones are becoming increasing popular. Smart phone applications are useful for managing programs, photos, music, documents and many other things. Smart phones have different appearances, looks and quirks and are very easy to operate. In 2011, the smart phone application market was about USD 6.7 billion which is expected to be USD 155 billion with CAGR of almost 55% from 2011 to 2017. Developing countries like India and China are expected to be the growing market for smart phone applications in the coming years.
Globally, the Non-Small-Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC) drug market will increase from USD 4.3 billion in 2009 to USD 6.9 billion in 2019 and the market is growing with a CAGR of 4.84% during 2009 to 2019. The major markets in these segments are the United States, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, United Kingdom and Japan. The global top five global brands in NSCLC with the largest market share are Avastin, Tarceva, Alimta, Gemzar and Taxotere. For growth in the future there are drugs in the pipeline and in clinical trials at the phase 3 process development in the non small cell lung cancer market. In the year 2012 many pipeline agents are going to be launched - such as Stimuvax and Aflibercept. The drugs that are in clinical trials phase 3 processes are vargatef (BIBF 1120), BIBW 2992, Crizotinib, Erbitux, ARQ 197, and Ramucirumab.
An OTN (Optical Transport Network) is composed of a set of optical network elements, connected by optical fiber links that provides functionality of transport, multiplexing, routing, survivability, and supervision of the optical channel carrying signals. Development in 40 and 100G technologies is driving the market of OTN transport and switching equipment to a great extent, and it is expected to reach USD 10.6 billion by the end of 2015. Increasing use of OTN for transferring information signals is contributing to the growth of the OTN transport and switching equipment market. Further development in technology is expected to add to this growth.
Natural gas obtained from coal, gas shale, and gas hydrates are generally referred to as unconventional natural gases. There has been a rapid growth in the exploration and production of unconventional natural gas due to the need for power generation. Technological improvements in the extraction methods like drilling and hydraulic fracturing and benefits of natural gas over other fuels for power generation are some important reasons driving this market. Widespread availability of unconventional natural gas resources is also adding to their increasing use in the number of applications, thus leading to market growth.
Small appliances market is forecasted to grow substantially in all market segments through 2016 owing to the rise in living standards and need for more comfort. Small appliance industry consists of home appliances that are movable or partially movable and can be used on tables, counters, or other platforms. The growth of small appliances market is expected to be driven by product innovation, upgradation of existing products, and value-added features in the coming years. Small appliances are generally categorized as commercial and home appliances. Commercial appliances are meant for business or office settings, while home appliances are used for household purposes. Popular home appliances target health issues and promise consumer restaurant experience at home.
Social gaming market is witnessing tremendous growth as more than 200 million people are playing online games on social networking websites like facebook, MySpace and others. Revenues from virtual items and advertising will continue to grow exponentially in the coming few years as a result of the continuous growth in this market. Social gaming industry is emerging as one of the most prominent market, generating real revenues and market place, thus constituting a good chunk of social e-commerce market. The US market for social gaming is forecasted to reach the dollar value of $5.5 billion by 2015. Continuous growth in Smartphone market will take the social gaming market to new heights.
The global market for blood pressure monitoring and measurement equipment is forecasted to reach $2.2 billion by the year 2015 driven by growing elderly population suffering from blood pressure problems, increasing consumer awareness about regular health check-ups, technological developments in monitoring systems, and increasing stress on healthcare industry in developing nations. Attractive features of blood pressure measuring instruments and convenience in using these devices is also fueling the market growth. Ambulatory monitoring is emerging as an important tool for diagnosing hypertension. Disposable transducers are more preferred over reusable transducers because of their low cost and ease of use which is also an important factors driving the market growth.
Global market for smart fabrics and interactive textiles market is forecasted to reach the value of $1.8 billion by the year 2015 owing to the factors like economic growth, resurgence of consumer confidence, and product innovations. Future for this market remains bright especially for the products that incorporate new generation fibers like nanofibers and other hybrid materials. Despite of slower adoption rates, this market is expected to rise significantly driven by the emergence of advanced products and its use in different areas with significant growth potential.
An industrial robot is created so that it can perform regular pre programmed manufacturing and processing tasks in any manufacturing assembly line. Industrial robots perform a huge array of tasks beginning from winding the cords and screws, assembly of various components to finishing the product. With multiple arms, technology industrial robots can perform many tasks at a single point of time. Today robots are given prime importance in large scale manufacturing because robots can replace human labor in performing high risk tasks; thus, their performance is precise and accurate.
A home network or home area network (HAN) is a residential local area network (LAN) for communication between digital devices typically deployed in the home, usually a small number of personal computers and accessories, such as printers and mobile computing devices. An important function is the sharing of Internet access, often a broadband service provisioned by fiber-to-the-home or via Cable Internet Access, Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) or mobile broadband by Internet service providers (ISPs). Home networking adoption continues to grow in all regions around the world, driven by increased consumer broadband penetration, low networking equipment prices, and increased network device adoption.
Cardiac Rhythm Management (CRM) devices are used to ensure the proper functioning of the heart. Cardiac Rhythm Management includes devices such as pacemakers and Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators (ICDs), external defibrillators and cardiac resynchronization therapy devices. Globally, the incidence of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) is on the rise. In developed nations cardiovascular disease is the main cause of mortality leading to large number of deaths. There is a consistent demand for cardiac rhythm management devices and this demand will drive the market continuously in the future. Generally people suffer from cardiovascular diseases such as high blood pressure, stroke and, heart disease.
Electronics recycling is a process by which E-waste is to be recycled and that waste contains materials that are not biodegradable and harmful for environment. So by recycling the electronics products they can be used for resale and reuse. E-waste contains lead, cadmium, and many harmful components which cause serious health issues and pollution. Electronics recycling market is driven by many factors which supports the growth of this market. Increasing awareness about eco-friendly environment, the need to make the environment green and clean are some pushing factors. Governments are also drafting stringent policies regarding E-waste so that people know the benefits of recycling; these initiatives are taken by developed countries as well as developing countries.
Concrete Admixtures are added to the concrete in the form of fluids or powder, to enhance its strength, durability, chemical resistance and other properties, thus making it more suitable to satisfy the need of modern civil structures. Some of the major factors driving this market are the growing urbanization across the world, increasing demand of infrastructure in developing economies and improving quality of construction. The market for concrete admixtures is on a rise in developing countries. Increasing support from governments and global economic recovery will drive the market for concrete admixtures.
The global heat pump market is growing fast as governments of developed economies are promoting renewable energy and emphasizing on the development of energy-efficient buildings. A large number of corporate and government organizations are coming forward for the development of this industry, and financial support from such organizations is continuing to be the main driver of this market. The growth of the heat pump industry resulted in the slow development of conventional heating products like boilers. The ground-to-water heat pump segment dominates this industry accounting for the overall maximum growth rate. Air-to-water type heat pump holds the largest shares in countries like Japan, France, Switzerland, and Norway. Although, the ground-to-water segment holds the largest share, the growth of this industry is mainly driven by the air-to-water segment.
This report is an effort to identify factors, which will be the driving force behind the ophthalmic devices market and sub-markets in the next six years. This report is specially designed to estimate and analyze the demand and performance of Mexican ophthalmic devices market. The report provides extensive analysis of the ophthalmic devices industry, current market trends, industry drivers and challenges for better understanding of the ophthalmic devices market structure. The report has segregated the ophthalmic devices industry in terms of product and geography.Our research consists of both secondary and primary research with later constituting the greater portion. We also have a large internal repository and access to a number of external proprietary databases to help address specific requirements of our clients.
Therapeutic beds comprise of beddings and mattresses meant for medical purposes. These beddings could be used in hospitals, clinics and also by patients attended at home. Today the therapeutic bed market has also introduced itself in the household retail sector with its novel and innovative range of mattresses and beds. The major segments of therapeutic beds could be classified into two types - clinical beds and household beds. However the overall classification of therapeutic beds consists of ICU beds, regular medical beds, birthing and pediatric beds and support surfaces.
This report is an effort to identify factors, which will be the driving force behind the digital radiology market and sub-markets in the next six years. This report is specially designed to estimate and analyze the demand and performance of Mexican digital radiology market. The report provides extensive analysis of the digital radiology industry, current market trends, industry drivers and challenges for better understanding of the digital radiology market structure.Our research consists of both secondary and primary research with later constituting the greater portion. We also have a large internal repository and access to a number of external proprietary databases to help address specific requirements of our clients.
The global agricultural biotechnology market is expected to reach the value of USD 12 billion by 2015 attributed by the major drivers such as need to enhance productivity and crop yield, reduce the production cost, and develop pest resistant crops. Biotechnology is the most promising technology capable of solving the issues related to global food scarcity, environmental issues, and many more. Implementation of this technology in the agricultural arena is proving beneficial to mankind. Some of the major factors driving the global agricultural biotechnology market include water scarcity, scarcity of agriculture and food supplies, adverse environmental conditions, and others.
The worldwide household vacuum cleaners market is forecasted to grow and reach the value of US $13.22 billion by the year 2015 driven by factors like rising income levels, and development of advanced and efficient appliances. Demand for vacuum cleaner models differ across different markets worldwide. Upright vacuum cleaners are most popular in North America and UK while wheeled vacuum cleaner models are mostly preferred in Asia and other European countries. Bagless vacuum cleaners are witnessing substantial growth in North American households, thus accounting for the highest market share. Decreasing household sizes and consumer demand for more than one vacuum cleaner are driving the growth of this industry.
Acute myeloid leukemia grows at a fast pace and is found in the blood and bone marrow. The leukemia therapeutics market is divided into four segments namely acute lymphocytic leukemia, acute myeloid leukemia, chronic lymphocytic leukemia and chronic myeloid leukemia. In the disease process, immature blood cells are present in the bone marrow. Symptoms found in patients due to the disease are flu, loss of weight, body ache and pain and spots on skin. The Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) therapeutics market was USD 239.3 million in 2011 and this market is forecasted to reach USD 731.1 million in 2018.
With the growing concern regarding the development of alternative and clean fuel, the Biofuels market is witnessing a wide array of R&D in the fields followed by hefty amount of investments globally. In order to keep a pace with the ever increasing energy demand the companies are investing for production of biomass as a reserve for generating the Biofuels. The growing demand for the Biofuels has also triggered the high growth in its base market i.e. biomass.
Freeze drying is a process used for the preservation of food and pharmaceuticals and is considered to be the most natural method of preservation. The process involves removal of water from to be preserved substances and drying them with the help of a vacuum, so that the substance retains its sublime state. The process is also referred to as “lypholization”. The global freeze drying equipment market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.5% from 2012 to 2018 to reach an estimated value of USD 9,682.075 million by the year 2018. Europe holds the maximum share of the market followed by the U.S and the Asia Pacific segment.
Global butadiene demand was estimated to be around 10.5 million tons in 2011. In terms of revenues, the market was estimated to be worth over USD 40 billion for the same year. Also the global automotive tires market is expected to reach at a historical mark of around USD180 billion by 2017, which makes butadiene market more attractive for the investors.
AMOLED (active matrix organic light emitting diode) is the new technology utilized in mobiles and televisions, giving a bright and clear vision. The OLED is a technology that is characterized by a thin film coupled with the organic compounds forming the electroluminescent matter of the AMOLED. AMOLED comprise pixels of active matrix OLED that generate images when electricity flows through it which is controlled and regulated by the TFT displays present. Owing to the developments in AMOLED displays, the declining prices and rise in the per capita income of the population, the market of AMOLED displays is estimated to attain USD 14.1 billion by 2018.
Cloud music is a new revolution in the music industry, which is expected to bring about drastic changes in music distribution and consumption. Mobile cloud music is a service in which customers can access music tracks on demand without actually purchasing them. Cloud also provides a facility to store owned albums and tracks. With this service, users can develop and maintain new range of tracks on cloud. The global cloud music service market is expected to register 318 million subscribers by 2018. Growth in smart phone market and technologies like 3G and 4G are the key drivers for this growth.
This research is specially designed testimate and analyze the demand and performance of the health and wellness market in Russia, Ukraine and Kazakhstan. The report covers all the major segments of nutraceutical and cosmoceutical tidentify, analyze and provide in-depth analysis, market revenue, trend analysis and statistically refined forecast for the following segments covered.
Air freshener is an aerosol spray that is used in homes or offices or any other commercial environments to emit fragrance, get rid of nasty odors and freshen the air. Air fresheners or room fresheners are largely becoming popular due to their availability in varied fragrances. The global market for air fresheners is witnessing significant growth due to changing demographic trends. The worldwide market for air fresheners is expected to reach the value of USD 8.2 billion by 2015. This growth is expected to be driven by increasing consumer inclination towards various fragrant products such as candles, fragrance gels, sprays, and others.
Heart valves are medical devices used to treat heart diseases. They are used to replace diseased heart valves in patients. Heart valve devices are mostly used in the elderly demographic, because this age group suffers the most from valve disease. Heart valves are diversified into three categories - mechanical, tissue and biological types. The global heart valve devices market will grow strongly as the market shows a strong growth rate due to the arrival of transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) devices, the introduction of new minimally invasive devices and the increase in number of surgeries and technological advancements.
Electronic displays convert electrical signals into visual images that are changed in real time by refreshing the memory when new information in the form of electrical signals is received. Electronic displays are proving much beneficial in numerous applications such as televisions, mobile phones, computers, among others and replacing traditional mechanical displays like galvanometers, counters, paper displays, and others. Technological development in the field of electronics is resulting in the increasing use of electronic devices over mechanical devices. Low price, minimum maintenance, and re-usability for number of display applications are some important driving factors for the electronic displays market.
Polymethyl methacrylate, abbreviated as PMMA, is a clear transparent thermoplastic, used as a substitute of glass. The fragility of glass has seen increased adoption of PMMA across various industries, which find the impact resistant, chemical resistant and weather resistant properties of PMMA significantly important. Demand for PMMA across industries such as electronics, signs and display, lighting fixtures, automotive, construction, and sanityware has induced a sharp growth trend in the global PMMA market, especially after the recession of 2009.
An antibiotic is a compound or a substance that fights bacterial infections and kills or slow down their growth. The antibiotic market is witnessing high growth due new product innovations and higher investment in R & D activity. Moreover, the other regulatory concerns to control the antibiotic resistance problem are also expected to drive the antibiotics market. The demand for antibiotics is expected to reach USD 44.68 billion by 2016. Since, 2005 this market is seen to grow at an annual rate of 6.6% until 2011. There are many companies manufacturing antibiotic these days and there are many other antibiotics present in the market such as aminoglycoside antibiotics and it covers about 79% of the global demand.
Liquefied petroleum gas commonly termed as LPG is a form of energy which is co produced during crude oil and natural gas production; it is a portable, clean and versatile form of energy which is used in more than 1,000 different applications. It is also non hazardous in nature as it emits 50% less CO2 than coal and 20% less CO2 than heating oil, making it efficient for cooking purpose. The world is moving towards LPG for the above mentioned reasons creating more demand for LPG across the globe. The global market (in terms of volume) of LPG in the year 2010 was estimated to be around 250 million tons which has increased to 270 million tons in 2012 which grew at the rate of around 2.7%. Global demand for LPG in the year 2012 was estimated to be around 267 million tons, which is expected to exceed 300 million tons by the year 2015 owing to growing demand worldwide.
Sleep apnea devices are medical devices which remedy sleep disorders by helping the body establish controlled breathing and snoring. The sleep apnea device aides in treating sleep apnea disorders characterized by breathing problems and increased heart rate during sleep. The majority of sleep apnea patients suffer from obstructive sleep apnea. The global number of sleep apnea patients is estimated to reach 105 million patients by the end of 2012, and most of the patients remain undiagnosed due to their negligence. The sleep apnea devices market can be segmented into three categories namely sleep apnea devices market by types, by end users and by geography.
The global market for liquefied natural gas is rising due to various advantages offered by it such as cost effectiveness, lesser pollution, comparatively safe, and flexibility of trade. Major areas of application of liquefied natural gas include generation of electric power and heat. Natural gas is inefficient to store and transport over distances.
Prebiotics are non-digestible food substances that are responsible to stimulate the growth of the favorable species of bacteria in the gut and thus it benefits the host, whereas probiotics are known to be the live cultures of organisms that improve the microbial balance in the gut of an animal and thus it also benefits the host. These prebiotics are mainly supplemented in pig diets. Overall, prebiotics and probiotics are responsible to restore the balance of bacteria in the digestive tract of the body. The acceptance of phytogenics and prebiotics has increased due to the use of digestive ingredients productivity enhancers in animal husbandry systems. The acceptance of these new products is increasing the market share of mature ingredients such as probiotics and enzymes.
Hydraulic fracturing is the process of creating fractures in the rocks by injecting a mixture of sand and water to take out the oil and gas. This process allows the wellbore to crack underground and helps it to open further to flow out petroleum and natural gas. Hydraulic fracturing is used in mining industry. Government support helps it to increase its operations. The driving factors for hydraulic fracturing include the growing use of natural gas, technological advancements, increasing number of reservoirs, huge investments, mergers and acquisitions and so on. The hydraulic fracturing market is restrained by water availability, stringent government regulations and opposition by the public due to its hazardous environmental impact.
Marketing is sharpening its focus on the ‘D’ word whether it is the Digital market or Digital photography market. Just 20 years ago, people were considerably less aware about this market as well as the charming opportunities that it could provide. The market for digital photography is estimated at USD 82.6 billion by the year 2016, registering a growth of 5.9% annually. The digital photography market with its complementary products like cameras, lenses, printers, storage cards, digital photo frames, and photo editing software, accounts for more than USD 68.5 billion. Hence its complementary products generate more in revenues and provide an opportunity to become huge business.
Machine to Machine also known as M2M, is a cumulating set of technologies which combines both wireless and wired network systems for communicating with other devices. The basic components of M2M systems are a sensory device which grabs signals and transmits them further to a network which could be both wireless as well as wired; an application software to process such data and finally into a relevant information. Certain major machine to machine technologies which are currently in vogue are 2G and 3G technologies, Wireless Fidelity (WiFi), Ethernet, ZigBee etc. Machine to machine technology has vast application in the fields of vehicular infotainment, medical and healthcare industry, GPS or vehicular tracking, digital signature and authentication etc.
Email marketing, a trend in its naïve stage and soon catching up, is driven by rising popularity of social media marketing and global internet reach and penetration. Businesses of all types, irrespective of their size and area of operations, are increasingly adopting to email marketing for the conceived benefits it provides. Email marketing market size which was at USD 1.5 billion in the year 2010, is growing at a healthy CAGR of 20%, and is expected to reach market size of USD 6.5 billion by year 2018. The growth in the email marketing market is attributed to rising number of email marketing and hosting service providers and growing number of internet users. Some of the leading service providers are iContact, Mailigen, Campaigner, Pinpointe, Constant Contact, GetRespnse, Vertical Response and many more.
Changing the properties of starch is referred to as modified starch. It is prepared by modifying and adding other natural variants and chemicals to native starch. Modified starch is used in many applications such as in food as a thickening substance, as emulsifier in the pharmaceutical sector and as a binder in coated paper. North America is leading the modified starch market consumption with a maximum share in terms of volume followed by Europe and Asia Pacific. North America is expected to continue its dominance in the modified starch consumption market.
Bio-implants are bioengineered products known to be of human or animal origin used in the different fields of ENT. Generally, these bio-implants are offered for safeguarding after tissue replacement. These bio-implants are made up of biosynthetic materials known as collagen or it can also be made with tissue-engineered products such as artificial tissues or skin. Bio-implants cover a wide variety of products such as orthopedic artificial implants and cardiac pacemakers as these products are implanted completely in the body of the patient. North America is estimated to be the largest market followed by Europe and Asia-Pacific, but in the coming years North America is expected to face a fall in this segment due to increase in taxation and the austerity measures of the Federal Government.
Epoxy resin is a malleable resin used for a number of applications. The most common application of these resins includes uses in laminates, insulators, jewelry, and others. Epoxy resins are popularly known for their electrical, mechanical, and heat resistant properties, due to which they are best suited in insulation applications. They are also available in a wide range of curing agent variants. There is a growing market for epoxy resins in developed economies such as North America and Europe owing to their increasing use in coating processes, wind blades in wind mill turbines, electronic applications, construction work, and adhesives among others. Paints and coatings are primary applications in terms of use of epoxy resins.
pH meters are required to detect the alkali content in water and verify its purity. These meters are most commonly required at water purification plants to check water purity and determine whether it is suitable for drinking or not. The rising population has led to the growing demand for portable pH meters for home use. Water contamination incidences and water-related diseases have prompted people to use pH meters in their homes to confirm water purity before its usage. The pH meters market is expected to witness stupendous growth in the near future due to the rising concerns of people regarding personal health.
The global network security market is experiencing constant growth as a result of the growing virtualization of servers leading to adoption of newer network security solutions. There is also an increasing use of network security solutions by small and medium-sized businesses. The growing complexity of the IT infrastructure is the major challenge faced by the network security market, which is affecting the growth rate of this industry. Another major factor contributing to the growth of the network security industry is the rising demand for workforce mobility that is necessitating improved security solutions for protecting laptops, PDAs, and smart phones from malwares and cyber attacks.
The traditional web filtering system employed firewalls and similar software’s in order to filter the web content moving in and out of computers. This however, was not so efficient in deep packet filtering and rather scanned the domain names only of the web content involving data packet as a result of which it posed a threat to the systems in an organization and in to the business deteriorating the confidentiality, availability and integrity of the documents and software developed. Evolving Web 2.0 applications are being recently used at ease, to transfer malware and illicit content damaging the information of an organization.
Commercial satellite imaging is the process of gathering data in the form of images through the use of a satellite. The commercial satellite imaging market is on a rise because of incorporation of imaging websites such as Google Earth. The commercial satellite imaging market could be segmented into two major categories: on the basis of types into: earth or terrestrial imaging, aeronautical imaging and satellite imaging, and on the basis of end users into: geospatial imaging industry, commercial enterprises, civil engineering industry and others. The market could also be geographically broken down into: North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the rest of the world regions.
Biobanks is a collection or storation of blood and cell samples from a large number of people. Biobank collection denotes its use in medical field and research. The global biobank industry is segmented into different sectors such as human tissue banking, or population banking, stem cell banking, commercial biobanks, private cord banking, academic collections and other services such as DNA and RNA storage. The global biobanks market was USD 142.million in 2011 and it is forecasted that this market will reach USD 216.3 million in 2018 with the compound annual growth rate of 5.4 % from 2011 – 2018.
Gases which are sold for general purpose to industries, mainly based on air gases and other related gases are known as industrial gases. Gases which are critical components for industries such as chemicals, materials processing, foods, semiconductors, medical, biotechnology, and environmental are known as specialty gases. The global market for industrial and specialty gases is expected to reach 10.15 trillion cubic feet by 2015.In 2009, the market for industrial and specialty gas experienced a fall due to worldwide economic slowdown. The U.S. is the market leader followed by Europe and Asia Pacific in terms of potential.
Next generation sequencers are associated with DNA sequencing, including several technologies which are used to determine the order of nucleotide bases in a DNA molecule. In the genomics space, it is estimated to be the most lucrative and fastest growing segment. The next generation sequencers market is expected to grow in double digits and it will bring in a new revolution in the field of biopharma, applied markets and academic laboratories. It can be even used in those laboratories where no sequencing techniques were used previously. The ongoing research is likely to boost the next generation sequencers market in the near future. This market is highly innovative and dynamic - the main factors responsible for driving the market at a high rate.
The luxury goods market is expected to grow by 7% by the end of 2012 despite the economic slowdown. The major reason behind this significant rise in the luxury goods industry is the rising concern of people over style and personal attire. Changing lifestyle and rising living standards are mainly driving the growth of this market. China is the leading manufacturer of luxury goods and the predicted growth rate of the Chinese market is about 18% to 20%. The luxury goods industry is forecast to grow between 5% and 7% in America and 2% and 4% in Europe in 2012.
The field of lighting is witnessing remarkable technological developments since the past few years, especially in the area of compact fluorescent lamps (CFL). Conventional incandescent lamps are replaced by CFL and LED (light emitting diode) lamps. LED lighting is experiencing a healthy growth due to its exceptional features like high energy efficiency, longer operational life, and weather resistant design. LED lighting applications are expected to witness significant growth with the highest market share in the near future.
PD pumps (Positive displacement pumps) are pumps which displace or disperse fluids at a constant rate and volume. The positive displacement market faces a constant competition from the centrifugal pumps market. PD pumps function by entrapping a fixed amount of fluid in it and then by dispersing them into the outlet. These pumps are majorly used because of their ability to exhibit high performance in dealing with fluids with high viscosities and their ability to handle pressure changes.
Broadcast switchers are an important hardware used in film or video production. It is used for switching or selecting different video and audio signals coming from different sources. It plays a crucial role in the entire video transmission process and is an integral part of video broadcasting. The switchers are used in remote trucks, edit suite, control rooms and so on. It is not possible to run a program without using these switchers and they are crucial for a fully incorporated television production. Products like switchers are gaining popularity due to several reasons such as regulatory requirements and consumer demand for high quality video.
Green marketing is a form of remodeling the existing methodology and modifying the production process in order to seek an appropriate fit between currently practiced procedures and ecological marketing. It is a type of environmental marketing that eliminates all the causes that pollute the surroundings, thereby making it unfit for human living. Green marketing finds alternative ways, rather than refocusing and reforming the previous procedures. It is defined as marketing of products in an environmentally safer manner. There are ongoing debates since the last five years over green marketing, across the globe.
Vulnerability is defined as the weaknesses in the software program that allows an unauthorized user to access the sensitive data or gain control over the data of authorized users. Vulnerability management is the practice of securing the confidential data by removing the weaknesses from the computerized digital technology. The global market for vulnerability management is expected to reach USD 1,322.6 million by 2014, growing at a CAGR of 14.2%, driven by growing number of cyber threats and emergence of new form of threats. Vulnerability management is also witnessing incorporation of IPs and network firewalls with vulnerability assessment scanning for proactive defense.
The global physician dispensed cosmeceuticals market was USD 560 million in 2011 and this market is projected to reach USD1.8 billion by 2018. The market will grow with the compound annual growth rate of 18.15% from 2011 – 2918. Physician dispensed cosmeceuticals market is categorised into product segments such as skin care and eyelash products. The demand for this market will spur due to factors such as product innovations, rise in surgical procedures, increase in consumer spending and growing number of dispensing physicians. In the current scenario, the market demand for dispensing physician’s cosmeceuticals is on a surge.
SBS (Styrene - Butadiene-Styrene) copolymer block is a homopolymer formed by a styrene and butadiene link. It can be used as a substitute to traditional vulcanized rubber, owing to its high elasticity and viscosity nature. SBS block copolymer is used as an adhesive, because of its tenacious abilities. The Styrene - Butadiene-Styrene block copolymer market could be segmented into two major categories: on the basis of types into: thermoplastic elastomers, polybutadiene rubber, styrene butadiene rubber, styrene butadiene styrene rubber and others, and on the basis of end users into: automobile parts industry, medical devices industry, electric devices industry, adhesives industry, waterproofing materials industry, office automation industry, liquid sealing industry, roofing industry, polymer alteration and others.
Treatment options for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are expanding as a result of increasing research activities and more explicit understanding of the pathophysiology of diseases. For the treatment of RA, novel selective inhibitors such as cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) are used along with the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Although COX-2 is used in treatment of RA, it has several side effects associated with the upper gastrointestinal region. Currently, use of disease modifying antirheumatic drugs is recommended by most professionals in the early stages of disease.
Nepheline Syenite is a type of igneous rock which is formed out of molten magma in the absence of silica. It is similar to granite and constitutes three types of minerals which are the microcline form of feldspar, the albite form of feldspar and nepheline. Their percentage varies - microline constitutes 24.2%, nepheline 21.8% and albite 54% respectively. Owing to the increase in demand from major markets such as filters, glass, adhesives and ceramics, the feldspar and nepheline syenite market is estimated to reach 14.1 million tons in 2017. The feldspar market leaders in 2011 - Italy and Turkey produced a noticeable 10.3 million tons.
Molded plastics have different segments such as Molded LDPE, Molded Polystyrene, Molded PVC, Molded Polypropylene Molded HDPE and Molded LLDPE. Molded HDPE resins represent the largest product segment in the molded plastics market fueled by its application in industrial packaging, while Molded LLDPE will see the fastest growth in molded plastics. During the economic recession period of 2008 – 2010, the molded plastics market declined due to decrease in plastic consumption.
Over the years the global food allergy and intolerance products market has developed from nascent to mainstream. The global food allergy and intolerance products market has enormous growth prospects due to increasing number of people with allergies and sensitivity towards specific foods. Growth in the market of such foods is mainly due to more and more people embracing foods which are gluten-free and wheat-free. Moreover, people are shifting their food habits due to an individual choice towards leading a healthier lifestyle. Also rise in education and advancements in diagnostic technologies results in more diagnosed incidence of diseases.
Prenatal diagnostics is a procedure for testing of diseases before the birth of a child, to determine certain inheritable disorders such as chromosome abnormalities, Down’s syndrome, genetic diseases, neural tube defects, and other conditions. It can be conducted by various procedures of screening, common testing, genetic testing and other measures in cases of high risk related to the birth of a child. The global market for prenatal diagnostics in 2010 was USD 5.35 billion and it is expected to grow with a CAGR of 4.35% and generate revenues of USD 5.89 billion by 2018.
With the growth in the market penetration of smart phones, the number of mobile phone users is likely to increase. The popularity of social media is also expected to increase and 14 more applications will see growth in the mobile data traffic market. Mobile traffic data was estimated at 3.9 trillion megabytes in 2011 and it is expected to reach 39.9 trillion megabytes in 2016, whereas mobile data revenue was estimated at USD 326.1 billion in 2011 and is expected to reach USD 628.1 billion in 2016. Moreover, mobile traffic is expected to grow tenfold in the coming five years, but the revenue generated from mobile traffic is expected to have twofold growth.
Growing edentulousness and rising rates of oral diseases boosts the demand for dental prostheses worldwide. Dental prostheses are artificial tooth replacements used in case of tooth loss. Complete dentition is necessary for a healthy lifestyle and dental prostheses help restore the function of lost teeth. The market for dental prosthetics holds a major share in the dental consumables market, with each segment serving the growing edentulous and aged population, across the globe. The market is mainly segmented into crowns & bridges, dentures, artificial teeth, and implants.
The market for dental diagnostic equipments consists of devices used in the diagnosis of dental diseases and conditions, so as to enable proper treatment planning. These include intraoral and extraoral radiology equipments and scanners. Consumption of unhealthy food and improper eating habits has led to an increased incidence of oral diseases worldwide. A growing consumer base opting for dental treatments accompanied by a rise in the number of dental clinics providing such treatment, fuels continuous market growth for this segment.
Dental consumables include all products and materials required by a dental practitioner while performing any dental treatment. These include prostheses, restoratives, bonding agents, infection control agents, specialty products, biomaterials, etc. The market for dental consumables is the largest segment in the overall dental market with over 60% share. The market is characterized by a range of low value – high volume products available in each segment. Dental biomaterials form one of the fastest growing segments of this market, with rapidly increasing adoption rates in the developed markets.
Natural resources are depleting rapidly and there is increasing demand from growing population for use of these resources. Necessity has provoked the need to look for alternative energy resources or renewable energy resources for fulfilling the ever increasing demands of this growing population. Governments of many countries are encouraging the use of renewable energy resources for various purposes. Renewable energy industry continues to grow in America owing to the regulations set up by the Government for mandatory use of renewable energy and active participation of corporations to offset their environmental impact by adopting eco-friendly methods for power consumption.
The home audio equipments market is forecasted to witness significant growth in the upcoming years due to continued development of innovative products with technologically advanced features, widespread popularity of new age audio technologies, and increasing preference from consumers for high quality content. Widening consumer base in Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East markets followed by increase in disposable incomes, rapid urbanization trends, and higher affordability is also responsible for driving the growth of the home audio equipments industry. Consumer electronics like mp3 players, blu-ray players, computers, and video games are providing an economic source of entertainment for families.
Rising awareness for personal hygiene, growing concerns over spread of infectious diseases and increased focus on communal hygiene are driving the market for household cleaners. Skillful innovations and promotional strategies from manufacturers and robust demand from emerging markets are also responsible for continuous growth of the household cleaning agents market. Household cleaners include a variety of cleaning solutions for house and household products and have emerged as an important product category in the past few years. Increasing focus on ensuring safety, social, and self actualization needs by enabling safe food storage, controlling garbage in a hygienic manner, and disinfecting household surfaces are driving gains in the global household cleaners market.
The industrial wireless sensor networks market is forecasted to grow and reach the market value of USD 3,975.38 million at the compounded annual growth rate of 15.59% by the year 2017. Growth of this market is driven by increasing use of wireless sensors in number of industrial applications like process automation, security, and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA). There are number of physical quantities required to be measured in the processing world. Some common parameters include temperature, pressure, level, and flow. Other wireless sensors used in manufacturing and process control include position sensors, proximity, image, and security sensors among others.
Digital cameras represent one of the most popular segments of consumer electronics products market and it has benefited immensely from digitization of consumer electronics products. The global economic downturn hampered the growth of this sector during the past few years; however, with global economy recovering from economic recession, this industry is expected to witness significant growth with more number of people buying digital SLR cameras. Increased competition and growing income levels of consumers are equally responsible for driving the demand of digital cameras in the global market. Technological advancements like introduction of touch screen technology and HD quality in cameras is also contributing to the rise in sales of compact digital cameras.
SNP (single nucleotide polymorphism) analysis is the most common type of genetic variation between human beings and can be ideal for identifying the correlation between genotype and behavior of living organisms. Due to this reason, SNP analysis represents one of many pathways to personalized medicine. SNP analysis is used in different fields for specialized purposes; however, diagnostics and pharmacogenomics are the most promising applications of single nucleotide polymorphism.SNP genotyping can only analyze the variants that are provided on chips. Despite recent technological challenges faced by this industry, there is still strong growth potential and money in this market. The need to find rare genotype variants will require new chips and more samples which are resulting in greater use of machines and chemicals in the analysis process.
The global pediatric vaccine market is forecasted to reach $24.3 billion by the year 2017 at a compounded annual growth rate of 11.5 % during 2011-2017. This growth in revenues is expected to be driven by the introduction of new molecules that are currently in regulatory filing stage and those in later stage of development. The vaccines market has become high revenue generators despite being priced at a premium because of increasing occurrences of acute diseases and growing elderly population. The vaccine market has captured the attention of big pharmaceutical companies that have been watching the progress of this market.
The global orthobiological products market is expected to grow to $15.3 billion by the year 2022 as a result of tremendous growth in the medical devices industry mainly due to increase in aging population. Growth of orthobiological products is driven by increasing awareness towards adoption of orthobiologics, development in technology, and increasing number of orthopedic related procedures. As population continues to grow, there is simultaneous rise in aging population which is contributing to the growth of the orthobiological products industry as need for orthopedic procedures is greater in such elderly population. Other factors driving the growth of this market include increasing number of obese patients with rising levels of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis and patients with need for cartilage repair procedures.
Gene amplification technology is proving to be an important technology in human genome projects and other important fields like diagnostics. There are number of companies involved in the business of gene amplification and diagnostics with over 30 gene and signal amplification technologies. These gene amplification technologies are used for variety of applications in research and clinical settings. Currently, the market for gene amplification technologies is forecast to increase to $2.2 billion over the year 2017. This growth is expected to be driven by successful completion of human genome projects that will continue to boost the growth of this industry in future owing to the development of molecular diagnostics. Need for information about genes in genomics and other research progresses, and development in clinical diagnostic tools, is also expected to boost the growth of the gene amplification technologies market.
Oil shale generally refers to any sedimentary rock that contains solid bituminous materials that are released as petroleum-like liquids after heating by chemical process of pyrolysis. Oil shale is formed by deposition of organic debris and silt on lake beds and sea bottoms. Over a long period of time, this material is transformed into sedimentary rock by heat and pressure. Oil shales are rich in oil content and can be burned without any additional processing. With depletion in natural resources, the oil shale market is growing in demand due to large availability of deposits in the world, mainly found in America. Increasing oil prices, energy security, and economic benefits are some important factors driving the growth of the oil shale industry.
DNA sequencing industry is segmented into instruments and consumables, services, and workflow products. Instruments and consumables segment are the rapidly emerging segments accounting for about $2.2 billion by the year 2016. Services segment is expected to grow significantly and reach market value of $3.5 billion with CAGR of 29% over the year 2016. The workflow segment will reach $883.6 million at CAGR of 16.6% by 2016. The chain terminator DNA sequencing market and next generation DNA sequencing market are constantly undergoing technological changes, thus creating new opportunities and attracting new market players to this industry.
The Dermatological diagnostics and therapeutics market is expected to grow steadily during the forecast period driven by increase in psoriasis market that is expected to boost competition among the existing products with more emerging therapies. Acne is the largest market segment of the dermatological diagnostics market accounting for 28.7% of the total therapeutics market followed by psoriasis (26.4%), rosacea (14.9%), and atopic dermatitis (9%). Many new players are emerging in this market as a result of a number of growth opportunities provided by this market, thus creating tough competition. Forthcoming patent expiries of major drugs is increasing the competition, further driving this market.
The global epigenetics market is projected to reach the value of $18.2 billion by the year 2015 driven by investigation of factors influencing cellular malfunction and disease development. Also, developments in epigenetic studies like biomarker discovery and scientifically useful biomarker tests are expected to support the market growth. Epigenetics is a rapidly growing field of the biological science industry and biological researchers are progressively attempting to discover the process of cells exploiting the information programmed in genomes. It is the study of regulation of mechanisms other than DNA sequence over the genomic information programmed in DNA sequence. Recent discoveries and developments in this field are expected to bring about major revolution in healthcare industry and treatment of diseases in the long term.
Regenerative medicine industry is assumed to be the next generation technology to revolutionize the medical system in the upcoming years. This industry is still in growing stage in terms of commercial applications, with a number of available products being limited to the field of orthopedics. A majority of products in other therapeutic fields are in preclinical or early clinical assessment stage. Support from governments around the world and technological breakthroughs are expected to drive the market growth for the regenerative medicines industry.
The constant pressure to reduce healthcare spending is resulting in an increased focus on clinical laboratory services, making it the most valuable element in treatment plans. As hospital stays and contact between patient and physicians is reduced, clinical laboratory services are the only way to gather, interpret, and deliver appropriate information to physicians. This is resulting in the set up of increasing number of clinical labs, especially in independent sectors.
Aging population and increasing health concerns are some important factors driving the growth of this industry. Discovery of anti-oxidant properties of polyphenols have led to the incorporation of these products into functional foods market. Food and beverage manufacturers are increasingly making use of polyphenols in energy drinks and food products knowing their health benefits and nutritional properties. Owing to the increasing use of polyphenols in different arenas, this industry is expected to undergo significant upsurge demand in the coming few years.
Smart phones and other mobile apps are largely used in various areas of healthcare like health education, health management, data management, health information, and relative workflow processes. Variety of mobile phone apps have been developed to monitor the health of patients and provide the relative data to physicians. The modern age technology is driving the market growth as it saves time and proves much beneficial in providing medical care to patients in remote areas.
Sensors are playing a significant role in enhancing safety and improving the quality of life in the healthcare industry. Accuracy, intelligence, capability, reliability, and compactness of sensors are expanding their use in medical applications. Sensors increase the intelligence of life supporting systems and can be used in various types of monitoring applications to support better quality of life to patients. Sensors are also employed for identifying advanced symptoms and preventing acute illnesses.
The segment of diagnostic industry using immunoassays, gene probes, and molecular diagnostics is developing rapidly due to scientific developments of these systems in the past few years. This industry is undergoing significant changes driven by the ongoing progress in the field of biotechnology and medicines. Initiatives in research and developments in this field are leading to the development of new products with improved performance along with improvements in the efficiency of existing immunoassay products. All these factors are directly impacting the demand, consumption, and future growth of labeling and immune agents, molecular diagnostics, and gene probes market.
Global Pulse Oximeters market is anticipated to grow significantly by year 2015 owing to the increasing penetration in alternate care market, adoption of low perfusion, motion tolerant technology, and increasing use in general care. Pulse Oximeters are used for measuring vital signs of patients as technology provides early warning for hypoxemia – a condition that indicates low arterial blood oxygen saturation level that may prove fatal. However, market is expected to gain momentum in the near future with continuous technological developments and growing implementations in the alternate care market. Introduction of pulse Oximeters with improved features is likely to accelerate the use of these devices in non critical settings, thus opening new opportunities for the market players.
Increasing demand for refined petroleum products and the high price difference between heavy and light crude oil are leading to an increase in demand for heavy crude. Availability of crude as well as the increase in production rates is driving the petroleum coke market. Petroleum coke is taking over markets like cement and power industry and has also started giving strong competition to coal. Petroleum coke is an excellent and inexpensive product to blend with coal in traditional coal fired boilers. Associated production cost is minimal as it is a by-product of the refining process and its price is determined by competitive steam coal prices.
Improving sanitation levels, low energy, and labor costs are driving the market for sanitary ware products. Also, changing consumer preferences is boosting the development of new luxury sanitary wares like private spas, shower systems, saunas, and larger baths among others. Asia Pacific leads in the production of ceramic sanitary wares due to low cost manufacturing and presence of large number of small and medium players in these regions. Asia Pacific region holds the maximum market share followed by Europe, South America and North America.
Global remote patient monitoring (RPM) devices market is forecasted to reach $556.9 million by the year 2016 at the compounded annual growth rate of 10% during the forecasted period. Some of the major factors responsible for this growth are continuously increasing number of patients suffering from chronic disorders like cardiovascular illnesses and diabetes and increasing number of elderly population, as these people often prefer house monitoring as it avoids travelling and waiting time. Cardiac remote patient monitoring is the largest segment of this industry and it is expected to reach $399.9 million by the year 2016 at the compounded annual growth rate of 11%.
Petrochemical is one of the fastest growing segments in the chemical industry, registering double digit growth rate over the coming five years. There is a huge surge in the demand for petrochemicals across the globe. The demand for petrochemicals has grown multifold in China in the past decade. The chemicals which are covered in this report are Ethylene, Propylene, Benzene, Xylene and others.
The world market for HCV drugs represents an area of potential opportunities in developed as well as developing countries. Because of the technological advancements and effectiveness, many big market players are focusing on development of innovative drugs for HCV. Major companies are forming coalitions and agreements to develop effective treatment on hepatitis C virus. In future, the growth of HCV market is expected to come from emerging markets of Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Latin America as these regions are likely to register maximum number of HCV incidences due to increasing HCV drug addicts.
Optical transport network (OTN) is evolving due to the increasing need for faster communication and increasing congestion of mobile networks. OTN networks are used in a variety of applications like video, voice, and storage. They are also used for supporting higher data transfer rates, thus allowing carriers to scale swiftly to support the tremendous growth of data traffic on their networks. Technological developments by hardware manufacturers for producing new equipments are in the last phase that will make use of advanced features and add value to transport networks.
The global market for ePharmacies is projected to reach USD 51.75 billion by the end of 2017 owing to the increasing number of tech-savvy people and rising demand for prescription drugs. The ePharmacies meeting the regulatory standards set by the government and following ethical business practices are likely to emerge as safe, affordable, and accessible source of prescription drugs in the near future. The present scenario reflects higher penetration of the ePharmacy industry in developed countries as compared to the developing market. This is mainly because of the increasing use of Internet in developed economies.
The global market for congestive heart failure treatment devices is expected to reach $5.9 billion by the year 2016 at the compounded annual growth rate of 11.7% during the forecasted period. This growth is mainly attributed by the rising incidences of heart failures across the world. American market for congestive heart failure treatment devices accounted for $1.6 billion in 2010 and is expected to reach $3.2 billion by the year 2016 at the CAGR of 12.4% during the forecasted period. European market is forecasted to reach $1.5 billion at the CAGR of 7.5% by 2016.
The US market for personalized medicines is predicted to grow at the compounded annual growth rate of 9.5% during 2010 to 2015. This growth in future is expected to be driven by different factors like cost savings on treatments, early diagnosis of disease, drug safety, patient compliance, and optimization of therapies. Currently, America dominates the market for personalized medicine; however, advancement in technology and developments in the field of DNA is expected to establish personalized medicines market in UK, France, India, China, and Japan.
The global market for cardiac pacemakers is forecasted to reach the market value of $5.1 billion at the compounded annual growth rate of 11% during the forecasted period. North America is the largest market for cardiac pace-makers accounting for nearly 40% of the total market share followed by Europe accounting for about 30% of the total market. Asia Pacific, although not largest, but is the fastest growing region with compounded annual growth rate of 13.3%.
Despite rising costs of raw materials and increasing unit prices of frozen processed food, the frozen processed food market is growing rapidly. New product launches, re-positioning of products, and perception of products amongst end users are some of the major reasons for the continuous growth of this market. Frozen processed food is easier to prepare than fresh food and can be stored in freezers for extended durations of time. Also, these foods maintain the same nutritional values as fresh food, which makes them more preferred than fresh food. The frozen processed food market is facing strong competition from chilled prepared foods that are offering better taste and quality.
Increasing incidences of sudden cardiac arrests, growth in the use of robotic guided catheters in diagnostic procedures, and increase in the arrhythmia population are some of the major factors driving the growth of electrophysiology devices industry. Need to reduce diagnostic procedure time, improve success rate, and reduce human exposure to radiations is driving technological innovations in this industry.
Increasing number of new biological products and emergence of new biosimilars is focusing the attention towards the development of advanced drug delivery technologies for delivery of these biological products. Currently, oral and parenteral drug delivery technologies are dominating the global drug delivery market. Despite of various technological innovations and discovery of more compelling and innovative methods for drug delivery, parenteral method for drug delivery remains most dominant due to its effective results.
With the ever-increasing world population, there is increasing demand for healthcare services. China, the world’s most populated country, provides a significantly large pool for under-served patients, thus representing big opportunities for medical devices and equipment manufacturers for expansion of business. Global sterilization equipment market is forecasted reach a market value of USD 2.7 billion by 2015. Some of the major factors driving the growth of this market include the enduring need for efficient infection control measures, threat of biological and chemical warfare, and recurrent outbreaks of emerging infectious diseases.
As the population continues to grow, there is an increasing demand for healthcare services, thus resulting in the growth of this industry. China is the world’s most populated country and hence, the base for this market. India is the second most populated country and is estimated that the population of India will surpass China by 2020. The global medical disposables market has grown at a tremendous rate in the past few years, and this trend is expected to continue owing to the increase in world population. Many new entrants are emerging in the market owing to the extensive growth opportunities offered by the medical disposables industry in the developing economies.
Companion diagnostics is the technique used to detect responses of different patients to particular drugs or biological agents in order to understand and correlate their responses to pharmaceutical agents. Companion diagnostics can be set up clinically to stratify patients depending on their response to certain therapeutic agents. Companion diagnostics is expected to play a significant role in the treatment of cancers in the near future.
Global neonatal equipment market is witnessing significant growth rate for the past few years as a result of improved healthcare facilities, technological innovations in medical devices, and continuous monitoring of trained healthcare professionals. Growing wealth, increasing mortality rate (IMR), increasing demand for private healthcare, reforms from governments, and active participation of social organizations in neonatal healthcare programs are some of the factors driving the growth of this industry.
This research report analyzes this market based on its segments and major geographies. It includes a complete analysis of the current market trends, market growth drivers, restraints, market structure, and market projections for the near future. It also includes an analysis of the recent technological developments in this market, Porter’s five force analysis, and detailed profiles of top industry players.
The global dermatology devices market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.3% over the period 2010 to 2015. The increasing number of people suffering from skin-related disorders and even more number of people opting for less invasive cosmetic surgeries are some of the important factors contributing to the increasing demand of dermatology devices, which in turn is contributing towards the growth of this industry.
One of the major factors driving this market is the growing demand from consumers, students, parents, employers or employees, to become digitally educated. Smart education is in growing demand in developed economies like America and Europe as a large number of students is seeking online education. This industry is also becoming popular in countries with limited educational resources and bio-diverse culture.
Global Nutricosmetics market is projected to reach USD 4.24 billion by the end of 2017. This is owing to various factors such as, growing urbanization, growth in aging population, greater spending power, and the need to look younger and attractive through natural methods. Growing awareness about health among consumers worldwide and emphasis on total wellness and health is another driving this market. Although in the developing stage, the Nutricosmetics industry is expected to witness healthy growth in the near future. Technological developments and products innovation is contributing significantly to the growth of this market.
Technological developments in the consumer electronics industry and product innovations are some of the major factors driving the growth of this market. Emergence of new players owing to increasing growth opportunities in the consumer electronics field is also contributing to the growth of this market. Research and development is been made to develop cost effective consumer electronic goods with innovative designs to withstand the increasing competition.
Limited availability of natural resources is proving insufficient to meet the increasing energy demands of the growing population. Continuous growth in demand for alternative energy resources with improved efficiency have taken the technologies and products of this market to a new level called the third generation. Increasing demand for alternative energy sources is driving the energy market to a great extent.
Prenatal diagnostics procedure is implemented to determine the health of the fetus in the mother’s womb. This method is generally used for diagnosing infectious diseases like group B streptococcus. Well-timed diagnosis and treatment will prevent premature delivery and reduce the overall healthcare costs. Noninvasive prenatal diagnostics procedures are preferred over invasive procedures as it is a safe way to determine the health of the fetus without harming either the mother or the fetus.
The emerging economies with a significantly large pool of under-served patients are creating big opportunities in the incontinence market for the leading medical equipment manufacturers. China, the world’s most populated country serves as home to the largest patient base closely followed by India. Growing population will drive the demand for healthcare, consequently resulting in the growth of the incontinence market.
The cable television networks market is growing owing to the increasing demand for digital content and the growing number of cable subscriptions. Cable operators are at the center of the cable TV revolution, broadcasting popular TV shows, movies, documentaries, news, sports, and other products to the growing population of enthusiastic subscribers. Europe and America makes up the largest market for the cable television network industry.
Software defined networking (SDN) refers to a network infrastructure where network control plane is decoupled from physical topology. The software defined networking market is growing in demand as it is offering a number of advantages like increased flexibility, improved performance, and simplified operations among others.
The shale gas market is playing a significant role in the global natural gas industry as countries around the world are continuing to seek lower carbon fuels, ensuring energy security and financial development. Demand for shale gas is expected to increase in the coming future, accounting for about 24% of the global energy supplies in 2020. While the global demand for gas is increasing, there is a significant decrease in the supplies from conventional sources.
The continuous adoption of smart phones and the corresponding rise in application downloads are some of the major factors driving the mobile entertainment market. Mobile gambling and social media are the fastest growing segments of the mobile entertainment industry. The mobile entertainment industry is expected to witness a considerable growth rate of about USD 54 billion over the year 2015 due to an increasing usage of mobile apps and developments in different segments like mobile TV, mobile music, and many more.
Direct methanol fuel cells provide extended run times with quick refill of charging liquid. These cells are expected to equal the cost with thin film batteries by the end of the forecasted period. Increasing demand for portable electricity with increasing use of broadband cell phones, laptops, and tablet PCs is mainly driving the DMFC market.
The global data center infrastructure management (DCIM) market is a combination of IT and facilities management to enable faultless monitoring of all systems across IT and facility infrastructure to improve data center efficiency. Some of the major factors driving DCIM industry are power consumption, virtualization, heat densities, consolidation of data centers, cloud computing, and increasing dependency on IT systems.
Worldwide, hospital supplies market is expected to reach USD 37 billion registering a CAGR of 11% during the forecasted period 2012 to 2018. This growth is mainly driven by an increase in the aging population across the world and rising awareness towards controlling Hospital Acquired Infections (HAIs). The rate at which the ageing population is growing, it is giving rise to an increase in hospitalization and several other related procedures thus driving the demand for hospital supplies.
The organic beverages market is an upcoming sector as people are now beginning to focus their attention on organic beverages rather than carbonated functional drinks. Organic beverages offer a number of health benefits. Rising concerns of people over health issues is fuelling the growth of organic beverages. Rising interest in organic soda without artificial flavorings and preservatives is, no doubt, in demand today. People prefer organic beverages over drinks that are high in sugar, full of chemicals and lack nutritional value.
The ECG telemetry devices market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.4% over the forecasted period of 2012-2018 as a result of increasing sales of ECG devices for home care purposes. The world market for ECG telemetry devices is also experiencing increasing adoption of advanced ECG data management systems; however, slower growth rate in developed countries is posing a challenge towards the growth of this market.
The increasing number of road mishaps mainly due to drunk driving is giving rise to the use of breath alcohol testing equipments like breath analyzers. Breath Analyzers are mainly used by transportation companies, whereas manufacturing and construction companies are also implementing on-site breath alcohol testing procedures. Demand for effective detection of alcohol impairment or blood alcohol content (BAC) level in individuals at workplaces is increasing.
The rapid urbanization of cities is posing serious infrastructural challenge for governments all over the world. As a larger number of people are shifting their base to urban settings, there is an increasing requirement for setting up new cities to live in. With the growing number of cities and the population shift from rural areas to the urban set up, management and governance will become complex. Hence, it is important to transform cities to address the social, engineering, environment, and economic challenges.
Air travel industry is emerging greatly owing to the implication of new technology every day and is expected to undergo significant growth. Although air traveling is faster and safe as compared to other means of travelling, it is quite costly. One of the major challenges faced by this industry is tremendous hike in air fares in recent years, mainly because of the increasing prices of jet fuel. Major airline companies and jet fuel consumers are looking for alternatives to limit fluctuation in jet fuel costs and return to profitability.
Gasoline-naphtha-crude-MTBE market is expected to witness an increase in MTBE consumption in the coming years in the Asian market. MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) is a flammable, volatile, and colorless liquid sparingly soluble in water and has minty odor of diethyl ether that adds unpleasant taste. MTBE is a gasoline additive that is used as oxygenate to raise octane number. It is most exclusively used as fuel component in fuel for gasoline engines to raise the oxygen content of gasoline.
The cancer diagnostics market is on the verge of sudden increase due to the technological breakthroughs in tumor diagnosis and unlocking of mysteries of genetics. The HPV (Human Papilloma Virus) testing market is expected to witness a promising growth in the next few years due to rising incidences of cancerous tumors and the growing ageing population.
The developing economies provide a significantly large pool for under-served patients, thus representing big opportunities for the leading medical equipment manufacturers. China is the world’s most populated country and home to largest patient base. There are around 120 million people aged 65 and above in need of continuous medical care.
The rising demand for data processing power and information storage is contributing to the growth of the data center equipment market. Most of the companies are adding denser servers to the existing data centers to raise the information storage capacity. This advancement is leading to challenges like underutilization of IT assets, rise in operational overhead, complexities in incorporation of information, and inflexibilities in expansion.
Increasing fuel costs and economic recession have encouraged demand for more efficient power cogeneration equipments that can improve profitability. Technological trends in the cogeneration equipment market emphasize on increasing efficiency, portability, and quality of these equipments. Product innovations and sustained research and developments in this field are some important factors contributing to the growth of cogeneration equipment market. One of the major challenges faced by this market is its inconsistency in orders.
Some of the factors driving neurometabolic disorders market are rising incidences of neurometabolic disorders and growing ageing population. Launch of new drugs coupled with the rising awareness among patients and physicians are expected to increase revenues for the neurometabolic disorders industry in the coming years.
Cancer is affecting about more than 10 million people every year globally and this number is expected to increase by 2.4% by the year 2020 and reach to 14 million. Biotherapy is one of the most promising and new approach in treatment of cancer as it enhances the natural tendency of body to defend itself against malignant tumors without damaging healthy tissues.
Being the largest economy in the world, the U.S. market provides sizeable opportunities for expansion of the organic food industry. Some of the major factors contributing towards the growth of this market are increased concerns of people towards health issues, environmental protection, food safety, animal welfare, and increasing use of natural and organic products.
Demand for medical testing will increase with a larger number of people availing the benefits of medical insurance. Also, as chronic diseases become more common, there is a need to develop sophisticated testing procedures in order to drive industry growth. Medical laboratories provide analytic services to determine the cause of a disease through evaluation of a patient’s history, examination, and data. These services are provided to patients with reference from healthcare practitioners.
Some of the major factors driving the growth of gas market are growing populations, increasing urbanization, rapidly growing automobile sector, increasing need for power generation, and growth in petrochemical industry. For decades, gas has been delivered to businesses and homes throughout the world and it has become the most dependable energy source.
The global fuel ethanol market is experiencing tremendous growth due to the increasing use of ethanol in the end-use market. Its usage is being encouraged due to the ban on gasoline in most of the countries. It is replacing other vehicular fuels and also being used as an additive along with petroleum products. Incredible hike in crude oil prices, and increased green house gas emissions are encouraging governments to promote consumption of ethanol.
Feminine care industry is loaded with intense competition, product innovation, changing consumer preferences and increasing consumer health concerns. The major challenge faced by this industry is its ability to maintain pace with the changing lifestyle, attitudes, and ideas of customers. Increasing adoption of physically active lifestyle among women is another significant factor driving the market growth. Use of innovative tampons and ultra thin sanitary pads is growing in demand as protection products as working women and adolescents are sporting figure hugging dresses, swimsuits, and spandex outfits.
Technological advancement in the skin care market combined with development of innovative products providing effective results and ease of use are contributing to the growth of this industry. The increasing demand for anti-ageing products and growing concern for the use of natural and organic skin care products are the major factors driving the skin care industry.
Product innovations and use of nature-based ingredients in bath and shower products is driving the growth of this market. Consumers are focusing on buying nature-based products rather than chemical-based products. Many new manufacturers are emerging in the bath and shower industry as this market is creating new growth opportunities with new products development, packaging innovations, lifestyle influences, and distribution or pricing issues.
Demand for hard surface flooring is expected to witness significant growth in the coming years as a result of the rebound in housing completions, residential improvements, and repair expenditures. The hard surface flooring market is benefiting from the recovery after recession in flooring remodeling and advancements in building construction spending. The residential market driven by the revolution in housing industry is one of the major factors driving this market.
The global food container market is expected to grow in the coming years as a result of increase in global food output and the increasing trend toward convenience-oriented food options because of the changing lifestyles. In addition, the rising trend of women in workforce, increasing urban population, and rise in single person households are fuelling the growth of food container industry.
The microwave packaging market is expected to witness stupendous growth fueled by consumer demand for foods offering ease of preparation and portability for on-the-go eating. Other important factors driving the microwave packaging market are improvements in packaging structure that allow food to be heated in the package itself and served instantly and innovations that overcome limitations of microwave ovens like browning and crisping.
The global fuel oil market is rising owing to the growth in petrochemicals, transportation, and building materials industry segments. Demand for better quality fuel oil is on a rise as it enhances engine life and maximizes productivity. However, the high prices of crude oil are affecting the market by slowing down its growth rate. Volatility in crude oil prices and scarcity of the crude oil has forced various R&D centers across the globe to find out an alternative source of fuel oil to satisfy the growing demand.
This industry remained unaffected during the economic recession as the products available are much cheaper than equivalent weight loss services and related methods. Despite increase in competition from weight loss services industry and recovery of world economy, revenue growth of the meal replacement market remains stable due to higher disposable incomes and rising health consciousness.
This industry is growing rapidly and undergoing many technological changes. Research and development for bio-processing of corn starch to produce ethanol and other fermentation products is the current trend. Growing environmental pressure on the use of petroleum products and rising petroleum costs will result in an increase in the production of ethanol from corn starch, thereby contributing to the growth of the corn starch industry.
The dried processed food market is growing in demand mainly because of the comparatively low prices, easy storage, and high nutritional values. Rice and dried pasta are the largest segments of the dried processed food industry, thereby having strong influence on the performance of the overall market.
The variety of laser applications ranging from cosmetic procedures to diagnosis and treatment are resulting in a stupendous growth of the medical laser systems market. Medical laser systems market noted a sluggish growth rate during the economic recession as the laser treatment procedures were costly.
The shipping industry is facing challenges due to strong regulations against the use of bunker oil for large ships. Bunker oil is a waste product of traditional fuel oil that is too thick for vehicles and small ships to burn efficiently. Its high sulfur content and difficulty for use in road vehicles makes it a cheaper power source for large ships and power plants.
An increase in ageing population and rising demand for oral care are offering enormous opportunities for product innovations and developments to oral care providers. Rising awareness of oral care and the quality of services provided by dental care providers are some important factors driving the oral hygiene market. In addition to this, innovative products development and rising demand for aesthetic dentistry in developing nations is expected to drive the growth of the oral hygiene industry.
The growing trend toward urbanization, higher spending capacity, and rising concerns for personal appearance and grooming are some of the major factors responsible for driving the fragrances market. In addition, the increased demand for youth oriented, floral and exotic fragrances is ready to set the pace for quick market expansion.