Explosive breakthrough in research on molecular recognition
Researchers discover new detection technique.
Feb 12th, 2013
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Ocean Optics Names Winner of 2013 Young Investigator Award
Ocean Optics has named Christian F. Gainer of the University of Arizona as winner of the 2013 Ocean Optics Young Investigator Award.
Feb 12th, 2013
Read moreSpider skin image captures Grand Prize in nanotechnology image contest
FEI today announced that Maria Carbajo from the Universidad de Extemadura, Spain, is the winner of the FEI Image Contest for her "Spider Skin" image.
Feb 12th, 2013
Read moreBuilding a biochemistry lab on a chip
Miniaturized laboratory-on-chip systems promise rapid, sensitive, and multiplexed detection of biological samples for medical diagnostics, drug discovery, and high-throughput screening. Using micro-fabrication techniques and incorporating a unique design of transistor-based heating, researchers at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign are further advancing the use of silicon transistor and electronics into chemistry and biology for point-of-care diagnostics.
Feb 12th, 2013
Read moreCheap, strong lithium-ion battery uses silicon nanoparticles to improve capacity
Researchers at USC have developed a new lithium-ion battery design that uses porous silicon nanoparticles in place of the traditional graphite anodes to provide superior performance.
Feb 12th, 2013
Read moreNanotechnology RNA drug reduces ovarian cancer tumors by 83 percent
By loading fragile RNA into silicon nanoparticles, researchers from The Methodist Hospital and two other institutions found a new drug delivery system can reduce the size of ovarian tumors by as much as 83 percent - and stop tumor growth in chemotherapy-resistant ovarian cancer tissue.
Feb 12th, 2013
Read moreBiological connections in microelectronics
Biologists and physicists have developed a system of self-assembled connections using actin filaments for 3D microelectronic structures. Once the actin filaments become conductors, they join the various components of a system together.
Feb 12th, 2013
Read moreA taste of the graphene sandwich
University of Manchester scientists have discovered a way to create high-quality graphene capacitor, which could deliver high-frequency electronics.
Feb 12th, 2013
Read moreThe InLiveTox project explores the impact of nanoparticles on the immune system
The InLiveTox project, which has been funded by the EU over the past three years, has significantly advanced the capability of in vitro testing of nanoparticles. The project focused on the impact of nanoparticle exposure on the gut, cardiovascular system and liver. Exposure via ingestion is particularly relevant due to the inclusion of nanoparticles in food, food packaging and oral medicines.
Feb 12th, 2013
Read moreNew material from single atomic layers promises better solar cells
Researchers at the Vienna University of Technology show that a recently discovered class of materials can be used to create a new kind of solar cell.
Feb 12th, 2013
Read moreNANOTEC Thailand sign collaborative LOI with Nanosystem Research Institute of AIST
The initial research collaboration discussion focused on the topic of functional nanomaterials for various applications between NRI and NANOTEC. In addition, the two institutes also discussed the possibility of organizing regular joint technical seminars to be held in both Thailand and Japan.
Feb 12th, 2013
Read moreUnderstanding anti-corrosion paint
Researchers have revealed detailed 3D images of an important industrial coating that is used to reduce corrosion of ship hulls. The work allows the automatic identification of aluminium, talc, pigment and remaining filler components in the image, based solely on X-ray refractive data.
Feb 12th, 2013
Read moreScientists confirm original tetrahedral model of the molecular structure of water
Resolution of controversy about structure of liquid water.
Feb 12th, 2013
Read moreQuantenregister in Diamant
N�chster Schritt zum einsatzf�higen Quantencomputer.
Feb 12th, 2013
Read moreInvisible tool enables new quantum experiments
Experiments on the quantum wave nature have enabled researchers to precisely measure tiny forces and displacements as well as to shed light onto the unexplored zone between the microscopic realm of quantum physics and our everyday world.
Feb 11th, 2013
Read moreArtificial atoms allow for magnetic resonance on individual cells
Researchers from the Institute of Photonic Sciences (ICFO), in collaboration with the CSIC and Macquarie University in Australia, have developed a new technique, similar to the MRI but with a much higher resolution and sensitivity, which has the ability to scan individual cells.
Feb 11th, 2013
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