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Freeing light shines promise on energy-efficient lighting
The latest bright idea in energy-efficient lighting for homes and offices uses big science in nano-small packages to dim the future Edison's light bulb.
Posted: Jul 15th, 2008
Read moreEU funds 'Nanoscale ICT Devices and Systems' coordination project (NANOICT)
This project aims to reinforce and support the whole European Research Community in 'ICT nanoscale devices' covering the following research areas expected to demonstrate unconventional solutions beyond the expected limits of CMOS technology.
Posted: Jul 15th, 2008
Read moreIBM will make $1.5 billion nanotechnology investment in New York
Governor David A. Paterson today announced significant new investments by IBM and New York State, accelerating New York State's international leadership in nanotechnology research and development and creating up to 1,000 new high-tech jobs Upstate. The State will provide a total of $140 million in economic development grants, leveraging more than a ten-to-one private investment of $1.5 billion from IBM.
Posted: Jul 15th, 2008
Read moreRaman reveals DNA in action
Researchers at the University of Strathclyde, UK, have been able to use Raman spectroscopy to observe strands of DNA pairing up and falling apart by attaching them to silver nanoparticles
Posted: Jul 15th, 2008
Read moreResearchers generate hydrogen without the carbon footprint
A greener, less expensive method to produce hydrogen for fuel may eventually be possible with the help of water, solar energy and nanotube diodes that use the entire spectrum of the sun's energy.
Posted: Jul 15th, 2008
Read moreTG2 identified as potential therapeutic target in chemo-resistant ovarian cancer
When researchers targeted and silenced TG2 in animal models, cancer progression was reversed, suggesting the protein may also provide a novel therapeutic approach for late-stage ovarian cancer.
Posted: Jul 15th, 2008
Read moreEngineering professor conducts explorations on the nanoscale
For materials scientists like Petra Reinke, an associate professor in the University of Virginia's Department of Materials Science and Engineering, the goal is to be able to engineer materials and construct structures that perform in predictable ways at the nanoscale.
Posted: Jul 15th, 2008
Read moreEmergency response and nanotechnology
Past meets future at the Health Physics Society meeting Wednesday sessions in Pittsburgh.
Posted: Jul 15th, 2008
Read moreResearchers hone technique to KO pediatric brain tumors
Slow release of nanoparticles is key.
Posted: Jul 14th, 2008
Read moreResearch on the carcinogenicity of nanoparticles and other dusts
The primary aims of the study by the Federal Institute for Occupational Safety and Health in Germany were to analyse differences between the carcinogenicity of granular dusts in the rat lung after intratracheal instillation, to find out the optimal dose metric for their carcinogenic potency and to interprete their potential relevance for human health.
Posted: Jul 14th, 2008
Read moreControlled growth of truly nanoscale single crystal fullerites for device applications
University of Surrey researchers have found a way to make ultra-small pure carbon crystals entirely formed from the spherical carbon buckyball molecule known as C60. The method used involves mixing two liquids together, one of which contains C60, at low temperature.
Posted: Jul 14th, 2008
Read more4th Annual Workshop on Geoethical Nanotechnology
Terasem Movement, Inc. will hold its 4th Annual Workshop on Geoethical Nanotechnology on Sunday, July 20, 2008. The workshop will explore what geoethical management, if any, is appropriate for the nanotechnology necessary for cryonic revival and embodiment of downloaded cyber-consciousness.
Posted: Jul 14th, 2008
Read moreIMEC reports major progress in EUV
32nm SRAM fabricated using EUV technology in collaboration with ASML and Applied Materials.
Posted: Jul 14th, 2008
Read moreStudy reveals principles behind stability and electronic properties of gold nanoclusters
International team confirms 'divide and protect' bonding structure.
Posted: Jul 14th, 2008
Read morePhysicists tweak quantum force, reducing barrier to tiny devices
University of Florida physicists have found they can reduce the Casimir force by altering the surface of nanoscale plates.
Posted: Jul 14th, 2008
Read moreCarbon nanotubes heralded as ideal candidates for next generation nanoelectronics
A recent study published in the journal, Advanced Materials provides a comprehensive overview of the synthesis, properties, and applications of intramolecular junctions of CNTs.
Posted: Jul 14th, 2008
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