Is it ripe? Carbon nanotube-based ethylene sensor establishes fruit ripeness
American researchers have introduced a highly sensitive ethylene sensor that could be used to determine the ripeness of fruit.
May 15th, 2012
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New 'metamaterial' practical for optical advances
Researchers have taken a step toward overcoming a key obstacle in commercializing "hyperbolic metamaterials," structures that could bring optical advances including ultrapowerful microscopes, computers and solar cells.
May 15th, 2012
Read moreUltrasensitive biosensor promising for medical diagnostics
Researchers have created an ultrasensitive biosensor that could open up new opportunities for early detection of cancer and "personalized medicine" tailored to the specific biochemistry of individual patients.
May 15th, 2012
Read moreNanoparticle eco-friendly dye (w/video)
Nanoparticles from a fungus could lead to new eco friendly dyes claim scientists from the Catholic University of Louvain.
May 15th, 2012
Read moreInternational experts on nanosecurity debate the regulatory challenges of nanomaterials
Experts in nanosecurity at an international level discuss the regulatory framework of the nanotechnological industry in San Sebastian, on the 3 and 4 May, at the symposium: "Questions of security and regulatory challenges of the nanomaterials".
May 15th, 2012
Read moreCould paint particles protect the planet?
Dispersing fine (sub-micron) light-scattering particles into the upper atmosphere could help to combat climate change, suggests a former UK government advisor and chemical engineer.
May 15th, 2012
Read moreHydrogen as alternative to petrol: Scientists research boron in tanks
The European Technology Initiative, "Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Joint Undertaking" (FCH JU), is providing approx 2.3 million euro of finance for the development of new hydrogen solid-state containers on the basis of boron hydrides.
May 15th, 2012
Read moreGerman organizations launch long-term research project on safety of nanomaterials
Long-term studies are planned to investigate potential chronic effects of nanoparticles in the lung.
May 15th, 2012
Read moreAustralian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology and Biosceptre collaborate on cancer antibody research
UniQuest, The University of Queensland's main commercialisation company, has facilitated a strategic research collaboration and antibody production agreement between Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN) researchers and Biosceptre International Limited to develop a bioprocess for producing certain monoclonal antibodies for the treatment of cancer.
May 15th, 2012
Read moreDoctoral student's nanotechnology research wins MRS award
A UT Dallas doctoral student in materials science and engineering has been awarded a silver medal by the Materials Research Society for her work with nanomaterials.
May 15th, 2012
Read moreSingle-chip ethylene sensor to monitor fruit ripening
Imec and Holst Centre have demonstrated a single-chip electrochemical sensor for ethylene monitoring with a detection limit of 200-300ppb (parts per billion).
May 15th, 2012
Read moreWatching an electron being born
A strong laser beam can remove an electron from an atom - a process which takes place almost instantly. At the Vienna University of Technology, this phenomenon could now be studied with a time resolution of less than ten attoseconds.
May 15th, 2012
Read moreGraphen: Perfekt in Unordnung
Wie genau veraendern Stoerstellen zum Beispiel die elektronischen und magnetischen Eigenschaften von Graphen? Fuer diese Frage interessiert sich Anke Kruegers Forschungsgruppe.
May 15th, 2012
Read moreMehr sehen als das Abbesche Limit erlaubt
Physiker der Uni Jena entwickeln mit Kollegen aus Israel numerisches Verfahren zur Verbesserung der Aufloesung von Mikroskopen.
May 15th, 2012
Read moreNanodematology Society responds to FDA's new draft guidelines on the use of nanotechnology in food and cosmetics
In response to both the recently FDA released new draft guidelines on the use of nanotechnology in food and cosmetics, and subsequent dissatisfaction of the several non-profits working on nanotechnology oversight, the Nanodematology Society is issuing a response.
May 15th, 2012
Read moreINIC launches world nanotechnology statistics website
Iran Nanotechnology Initiative Council (INIC) launched a website which monitors and analyzes scientific achievements and improvements of world countries in the field of nanotechnology based on continually updated statistical data.
May 15th, 2012
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