Biocompatible nanocrystals as MRI agents
Researchers have developed a much simpler synthetic technique for producing biocompatible magnetite nanocrystals that could be used as MRI contrast agents.
Posted: Dec 5th, 2006
Read moreNanotechnology implant measures tumor growth, treatment
A tiny implant could one day help doctors rapidly monitor the growth of tumors and the progress of chemotherapy in cancer patients.
Posted: Dec 5th, 2006
Read moreDually porous glass shows promise in helping damaged bone regenerate
International research team says nano and macroporosity gives specially engineered glass the potential to mimic the vital functions of bone.
Posted: Dec 5th, 2006
Read moreScientists uncover speedometer for crystal growth controlled by biomolecule properties
Posted: Dec 4th, 2006
Read moreNanomotor research
A multidisciplinary Purdue research team will lead one of eight national nanomedicine development centers.
Posted: Dec 4th, 2006
Read moreHow to herd atoms
Researchers observe self-organization of atoms in circular atomic pens.
Posted: Dec 4th, 2006
Read moreMultifunctional nanoparticles image and treat brain tumors
Combining two promising approaches to diagnosing and treating cancer,researchers created a targeted multifunctional polymer nanoparticle that successfully images and kills brain tumors in laboratory animals.
Posted: Dec 4th, 2006
Read moreResearchers use laser, nanotechnology to rapidly detect viruses
Waiting a day or more to get lab results back from the doctor's office soon could become a thing of a past.
Posted: Dec 4th, 2006
Read moreQuantum dots speed analysis of cellular cancer markers
Quantum dots are used to quantify protein expression in tumors in an accurate and sensitive manner.
Posted: Dec 4th, 2006
Read moreExhbit at Disney's Epcot offers window into nanotechnology world
A world that is too small to see is going to seem a bit bigger when visitors get a chance to interact with, build, play and watch molecules in an interactive exhibit, "Too Small to See" at Epcot's Innoventions.
Posted: Dec 2nd, 2006
Read moreNanotechnology in food-related applications - reference database
Useful database of scientific articles on nanotechnology in food-related applications.
Posted: Dec 1st, 2006
Read moreThe impact of medical nanotechnology on marginalized communities
The ETC Group has published a report titled Medical applications of Nano-scale technologies: What Impact on Marginalized communities?.
Posted: Dec 1st, 2006
Read moreAdvances in measurement of fine particulates
The FINE Particles Program has advanced the understanding of aerosol measurement techniques.
Posted: Dec 1st, 2006
Read moreStrontium atomic clock demonstrates super-fine 'ticks'
JILA Advances Quest for Better Time-Keeping at Optical Frequencies.
Posted: Nov 30th, 2006
Read moreBuckyball clumps damage human DNA
Buckyballs that clump together in water can induce DNA damage in human lymphocytes.
Posted: Nov 30th, 2006
Read moreEU working paper: the economic development of nanotechnology
A comprehensive analysis of the state of the art of nanotechnology worldwide.
Posted: Nov 30th, 2006
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