The first published study on the environmental impact of manufactured nanoparticles on ordinary soil showed no negative effects, which is contrary to concerns voiced by some that the microscopic particles could be harmful to organisms.
Mar 22nd, 2007
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Scientists have developed a hyperlens that brings them one major step closer to the goal of nanoscale optical imaging.
Mar 22nd, 2007
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ICON launches virtual journal of nanotechnology risk research.
Mar 22nd, 2007
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The Houston Chronicle reports today that carbon nanotubes producer Carbon Nanotechnologies Incorporated and Unidym, which is developing carbon-based materials, processes, and devices for the electronics industry, will merge.
Mar 22nd, 2007
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Under FP7, running from 2007 to 2013, funding for nanotechnology related projects is expected to reach Euro 3.5 billion.
Mar 21st, 2007
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A new material developed at Oak Ridge National Laboratory's Nanoscience Center could replace a costly process in the manufacture of biodiesel that consumes chemicals, water and energy and also reduces the yield of the final product.
Mar 20th, 2007
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Researchers believe that believe that absorbing properties of fullerenes and other nanostructures that include fullerenes have not been fully investigated.
Mar 20th, 2007
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A new class of smart fluids capable of switching from gel to liquid upon exposure to ultraviolet light.
Mar 20th, 2007
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Inaugural industry forum on printed electronics to showcase stunning technology and product breakthroughs to a world-class gathering of business, academic and government leaders.
Mar 20th, 2007
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Life cycle assessment, a cradle-to-grave look at the health and environmental impact of a material, chemical, or product, is an essential tool for ensuring the safe, responsible, and sustainable commercialization of nanotechnology.
Mar 20th, 2007
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Advancing how computers and electronics work with spintronics.
Mar 19th, 2007
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According to researchers at the FOM Institute for Atomic and Molecular Physics it is possible to have lasers that consist of only two atoms.
Mar 19th, 2007
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Researchers have detected superconducting properties in a material comprised of massless, relativistic electrons.
Mar 19th, 2007
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Using wood for battery power.
Mar 19th, 2007
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U.S. Department of Defense awards $6M for joint research effort to six universities.
Mar 19th, 2007
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Nanotechnology may unlock the secret for creating highly efficient next-generation LED lighting systems.
Mar 19th, 2007
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