Researchers in Japan have succeeded in developing an aligned and highly densely packed carbon nanotubes material that retains the excellent physical and chemical properties of individual single-walled carbon nanotubes.
Jul 24th, 2007
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New discovery could lead to faster, cooler interconnects.
Jul 23rd, 2007
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New color-changing technology has potential packaging, military, aerospace applications.
Jul 23rd, 2007
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A new report summarizes the contents of an event entitled "NIA Masterclass & Workshop: REACH for Nanomaterials", held in London on May 9, 2007. The event discussed the implications of the new European law on chemicals - REACH - for nanomaterials.
Jul 23rd, 2007
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The world leading capabilities of NSLS-II will enable exploration of the scientific challenges faced in developing new materials with advanced properties.
Jul 23rd, 2007
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More efficient and less costly solar cells, solid-state lighting and industrial catalysts are potential applications of atomic layer deposition (ALD).
Jul 23rd, 2007
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, has published a state-of-the-science report that examines scientists' understanding of plant-based alternatives to petroleum for materials and energy.
Jul 23rd, 2007
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Apoptosis, or programmed cell death, is a hallmark effect triggered by effective anticancer drugs. Now, researchers have developed a biocompatible, fluorescent nanoparticle that could provide an early sign that apoptosis is occurring as a result of anticancer therapy.
Jul 23rd, 2007
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Researchers have created biocompatible single-walled carbon nanotubes that can target lymphomas and deliver both imaging and therapeutic molecules to these tumors.
Jul 23rd, 2007
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Using a series of gold nanorods, each with its own characteristic optical signature, researchers have developed a method for rapidly assaying the cellular composition of breast tumors.
Jul 23rd, 2007
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By taking advantage of the full range of ways in which molecules can interact with and bind to one another, researchers have created nanoparticles that assemble themselves layer by layer.
Jul 23rd, 2007
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An initiative to develop a "Responsible NanoCode" for businesses working with nanotechnologies has been launched by the Royal Society, Insight Investment, the Nanotechnology Industries Association and the Nanotechnology Knowledge Transfer Network today.
Jul 23rd, 2007
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The EPA currently has two open solicitations for research grants on environmental impact of engineered nanomaterials.
Jul 22nd, 2007
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Scientists have discovered the surprising strength of a sheet of nanoparticles that measures just 50 atoms in thickness.
Jul 22nd, 2007
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Researchers have created two tiny instruments capable of detecting a range of contaminants, from molecules to whole bacteria, in food and water.
Jul 20th, 2007
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Wake Forest University has launched two startup companies, FiberCell and PlexiLight, to turn breakthrough technologies developed at the university�??s Center for Nanotechnology and Molecular Materials into products for the commercial marketplace.
Jul 20th, 2007
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