Nanoscale ruler reveals organization of the cell membrane
Biologists measure distances and the arrangement of membrane molecules in nanometer range.
Jun 25th, 2014
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New European research project aims to tackle antibiotic resistance issue via inhalable nanotherapeutics
Funded under the FP7 programme by the European Commission, the 4-year long PneumoNP project brings together top research institutes, universities, clinicians and enterprises from 6 EU member states. This novel collaboration will contribute to answer the call of the World Health Organization (WHO), who recently released an alarming report on the global threat of antibiotic resistance.
Jun 25th, 2014
Read moreCeramics in paper manufacturing including advanced and nanomaterials
Use of ceramic materials in pulp and paper manufacturing has augmented enormously in the last two decades mainly because of their intrinsic abilities to combat the harsh environments. Advanced and nano ceramics, included in this book, are the new-generation innovative materials to help enhancing energy saving, environmental benefits and material protection in the pulp and paper mills.
Jun 25th, 2014
Read moreIron-oxidizing bacteria as source for lithium-ion battery anode material
Researchers have discovered unexpected industrial functions of the sheaths of iron-oxidizing bacteria as a great potential as an anode material in lithium-ion battery.
Jun 25th, 2014
Read moreClams use silica nanospheres as flashing reflectors (w/video)
Four years after falling in love with the disco clam - a cute little mollusk known for its underwater light show - Lindsey Dougherty has discovered the secret of its mirrored lips.
Jun 25th, 2014
Read moreUsing femtosecond lasers to administer drugs
Scientists are using lasers, nanotechnology and neuroscience to develop a new, versatile drug delivery system. The researchers describe their work using a laser to release a neurochemical that is dysfunctional in Parkinson's Disease in a controlled and repeatable manner in a new article.
Jun 25th, 2014
Read moreIntroduction to constrained Gibbs energy methods in process and materials research
In this report, the method of constrained Gibbs energy minimization for calculating chemical equilibria in arbitrary multiphase systems is derived using basic thermodynamic concepts.
Jun 25th, 2014
Read moreMagnetic field conductors
Physicists have developed a new technology to transfer magnetic fields to arbitrary long distances, which is comparable to transmitting and routing light in optical fibers.
Jun 25th, 2014
Read moreBristling nanolayer
A new synthesis method enables the production of wafer-thin carbon layers for a wide range of applications.
Jun 25th, 2014
Read moreWaveguiding and detecting structure for surface plasmon polaritons on silicon
Researchers have developed a simple, low-loss waveguide for surface plasmon polaritons that is applicable to nanoscale integrated circuits.
Jun 25th, 2014
Read moreSound waves harnessed to enable precision micro- and nanomanufacturing (w/video)
Researchers have demonstrated how high-frequency sound waves can be used to precisely control the spread of thin film fluid along a specially designed chip.
Jun 25th, 2014
Read moreNanoscale velcro used for molecule transport
Scientists have discovered that proteins found within the nuclear pore function similar to a velcro. They report how these proteins can be used for controlled and selective transport of particles.
Jun 25th, 2014
Read moreCarbon nanoparticle assisted photothermal delivery using laser light
Physics researchers may have developed a way to use laser technology to deliver drug and gene therapy at the cellular level without damaging surrounding tissue. The method eventually could help patients suffering from genetic conditions, cancers and neurological diseases.
Jun 24th, 2014
Read moreFDA issues guidance to support the responsible development of nanotechnology products
Today, three final guidances and one draft guidance were issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration providing greater regulatory clarity for industry on the use of nanotechnology in FDA-regulated products.
Jun 24th, 2014
Read moreMetal particles in solids aren't as fixed as they seem, new memristor study shows
In work that unmasks some of the magic behind memristors and 'resistive random access memory', or RRAM, researchers have shown that the metal particles in memristors don't stay put as previously thought.
Jun 24th, 2014
Read moreGlass-coated nanotechnology hip op
Using the stuff of sand, silicon dioxide, as a binding layer for replacement bone prosthetics could allow more biocompatible artificial joints to be manufactured as well as reducing the risk of post-operative infection.
Jun 24th, 2014
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