Nanotechnology in Brazil
The EU funded NanoforumEULA project released a background document exploring nanotechnology research and policies in Brazil.
Apr 18th, 2008
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Nanotechnology News – Latest Headlines
Iron nanoparticles spot tumor spread in patients with kidney cancer
New pilot phase data shows that iron nanoparticles can detect lymph node metastases in a highly sensitive and specific manner in patients with renal cell carcinoma, which accounts for some 20% of kidney cancers.
Apr 18th, 2008
Read moreNanosize rods light up pancreatic cancer cells
A team of investigators has shown that quantum rods may perform even better than their spherical cousins.
Apr 18th, 2008
Read moreNanoparticles provide detailed view inside living animals
Using nanoparticles designed specifically to produce a bright Raman spectroscopic signal, a team of investigators has shown that it can produce whole-body images in small animals that can reveal the location of tumors and track how these nanoparticles traffic through the body.
Apr 18th, 2008
Read moreFluorine-based nanoparticles on track to improve cancer detection and therapy
Three recently published papers highlight the progress developing a new use for perfluorocarbons: as the building blocks for nanoparticles capable of delivering a wide range of imaging agents and drugs to tumors.
Apr 18th, 2008
Read moreFour European countries discuss voluntary safety standards in nanotechnology
Representatives of authorities from Switzerland, Austria, Liechtenstein and Germany discussed the current state of voluntary safety measures in nanotechnology risk management.
Apr 18th, 2008
Read moreLe Conseil federal adopte le Plan d'action sur les nanomateriaux synthetiques
Le Conseil federal a adopte le Plan d'action 'Nanomateriaux synthetiques'.
Apr 18th, 2008
Read moreA new artificial material shows the pathway to improved electronics
The new material, a superlattice, which has a multilayer structure composed of alternating atomically thin layers of two different oxides, possesses properties radically different to either of the two materials by themselves.
Apr 18th, 2008
Read moreNanotechnology Knowledge Transfer Network up and running with initial appointments
The Nanotechnology Knowledge Transfer Network (KTN) has made a number of appointments to its Centre for Process Innovation (CPI), thus announcing itself fully operational.
Apr 18th, 2008
Read moreNeues Virtuelles Institut 'Nanotechnology in Polymer Composites'
Die Partner wollen kohlenstofffaserverstaerkte Kunststoffe durch nanoskalige Harzzusaetze wesentlich verbessern, um Verkehrsflugzeuge kuenftiger Generationen noch leichter gestalten zu koennen.
Apr 18th, 2008
Read moreNanocluster Dresden und Osaka kooperieren
Das Nanotechnologie-Kompetenzzentrum ultraduenne funktionale Schichten Dresden und der Nanocluster Osaka forschen kuenftig gemeinsam.
Apr 18th, 2008
Read moreUNC-CH, Hamner Institutes team up for research, commercialization efforts
In what could give a major boost to research and development as well as commercialization of new drugs and medical technology in North Carolina, UNC Chapel Hill is teaming up with The Hamner Institutes for Health Sciences.
Apr 18th, 2008
Read moreEuropean Photonics Innovation Village Awards 2008: 5 excellent teams rewarded
The European Photonics Innovation Village Awards Ceremony took place during Photonics Europe in Strasbourg.
Apr 18th, 2008
Read moreMartha Cook Piper to lead Canada's National Institute for Nanotechnology
Martha Cook Piper, a national leader in research and post-secondary education, has been named chair of the Board of Trustees of the National Institute for Nanotechnology (NINT), the institute announced.
Apr 18th, 2008
Read moreISO and IEEE strengthen partnership for development of international standards
ISO and IEEE have signed an agreement to increase their cooperation in developing international standards. The agreement initially focuses on the subjects of information technology, intelligent transport systems and health informatics.
Apr 18th, 2008
Read moreSymposium highlights leading-edge health issues nanotechnology and genetic surveillance among topics featured at AAOHN 2008
Nanotechnology and genetic surveillance and are some of the many healthcare topics that will be featured at the American Association of Occupational Health Nurses? (AAOHN) 2008 Symposium and Expo April 25 through May 1 in Salt Lake City.
Apr 18th, 2008
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