For Immediate Release
Contact:
Marlene Bourne, President & Principal
Analyst
Phone: 480-695-0521
The Bourne Report Radio
Show Kicks off its Listener’s Challenge
Pick a random item from everyday life and challenge Marlene
Bourne, host of The Bourne Report, to find the MEMS or
nanotech connection. The new talk radio show airs Sundays
at 3 PM on Independent 1310 KXAM in Phoenix and streams
live on the Internet to a global audience.
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., February 20, 2008 – The Bourne
Report, a weekly talk radio show that focuses on nanotechnology
and MEMS (micro-electro-mechanical systems), officially
kicked off its Listener’s Challenge this week. Listeners
are being asked to pick a random item from everyday life
and challenge host Marlene Bourne to find the MEMS or nanotech
connection. Some of the challenge items submitted and scheduled
to be addressed include diapers, bakeware, bullet-proof
vests and keys.
“The listener’s challenge is meant to get
people thinking about how emerging technologies are changing
the things we generally take for granted,” said Marlene
Bourne, the show’s host. “It’s not only
a great way to learn the ‘who, what, why, when, where
and how’ of MEMS and nanotechnology, but to personalize
the impact these technologies are having today.”
The Bourne Report has already taken a look at a diverse
range of topics, from diamonds and car windshields to tires
and grocery bags, and is in the midst of a multi-part series
on nanosilver (or silver nanoparticles). Upcoming shows
will cover nanoplastics, private jets, renewable energy,
smart homes, food and even cosmetic surgery. From real-life
applications today, to the far-out possibilities of the
future, the Bourne Report is a fascinating program the
whole family will enjoy.
The show also highlights educational activities for both
kids and adults--such the Future City Competition and Freescale’s
FTF Design Challenge--and will soon discuss summer camps
and after-school programs that focus on science and engineering.
Links for additional information about these programs are
posted to the show’s blog at: www.bournereport.com/kids.php.
The Bourne Report is produced and hosted by Marlene Bourne,
an industry analyst with nearly 15 years of experience
covering the commercialization of MEMS and nanotechnology.
The author of two books, A Consumer’s Guide to MEMS & Nanotechnology,
and MEMS & Nanotechnology for Kids, Marlene is uniquely
capable of discussing complex information in a way that
all audiences can understand and enjoy.
Tune into The Bourne Report Sundays at 3 PM on Independent
1310 KXAM in Phoenix and join Marlene as she talks with
weekly guests and discusses the latest MEMS and nanotech-based
products, news and trends. Call-in with questions or email
your Listener’s Challenge ideas.
Listeners around the world can stream The Bourne Report
live on the Internet via www.bournereport.com. If you’re
unable to listen live, each episode is also archived for
on-demand listening anytime, anywhere; just bookmark www.bournereport.com/radio.php or subscribe to the radio show’s RSS feed via your
favorite podcast or news aggregator.
Interested in sponsoring? Sponsorship packages include
both radio and Internet visibility; contact
us for more
details. Current sponsors of The Bourne Report include
the MEMS Industry Group (MIG). MIG strives to be the unifying
voice of the commercial MEMS industry.
About the Bourne Report
Airing Sundays at 3 PM on Independent 1310 KXAM in Phoenix,
The Bourne Report is all about next-generation science,
cool technologies and real products, with a focus on MEMS
and nanotechnology. You’ll hear from top scientists
and engineers about their most innovative research, get
the inside scoop on the coolest products entering the market,
stay informed about the social implications of new technology
and learn about fun activities related to science and engineering.
This insightful, thought-provoking show is hosted by Marlene
Bourne, President & Principal Analyst of Bourne Research
LLC.
About Bourne Research LLC
Bourne Research is a trusted source of market intelligence,
with a specialized focus on MEMS, nanotechnology and the
convergence of both. Its founder, Marlene Bourne, is a
highly respected industry analyst with nearly 15 years
of experience following the development of emerging technologies,
and is internationally recognized as one of the leading
experts on MEMS. Bourne Research helps its clients assess
the competitive landscape, identify market trends, target
the applications that will grow their businesses, and identify
potential partners and/or companies for acquisition. For
more information about Bourne Research, as well as its
products and services, please visit: www.bourneresearch.com
