Gold nanoparticles may pan out as tool for cancer diagnosis
Researchers have created gold nanoparticles that are capable of identifying marker proteins on breast cancer cells.
Posted: Jul 31st, 2007
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Under magnetic force, nanoparticles may deliver gene therapy
New delivery system might also carry drugs or cells to targeted sites.
Posted: Jul 31st, 2007
Read moreArtificial nanopores take analyte pulse
Researchers have come up with a breakthrough that will aid the reproducible fabrication of robust synthetic single-nanopore membranes.
Posted: Jul 31st, 2007
Read moreMilitary to study better, nanoparticle-based pain relief in battle zones
DARPA grant to create and test nanoparticles that may deliver morphine to wounded soldiers faster and more safely.
Posted: Jul 30th, 2007
Read moreDepartment of Defense awards $1.6 million for implantable biochip research
A grant for the development of an implantable biochip that could relay vital health information if a soldier is wounded in battle or a civilian is hurt in an accident.
Posted: Jul 30th, 2007
Read moreNanotechnology halves precious metal content in new automotive catalyst
Nissan develops new technology for cleaner exhaust emissions.
Posted: Jul 30th, 2007
Read moreNew aerogels could clean contaminated water, purify hydrogen for fuel cells
Scientists have identified a new technique for cleansing contaminated water and potentially purifying hydrogen for use in fuel cells, thanks to the discovery of a innovative type of porous material.
Posted: Jul 30th, 2007
Read moreThe story of a nanotechnology start-up
A TV interview with the founder of Midatech, a nanoparticle manufacturer.
Posted: Jul 30th, 2007
Read moreGraphene sniffs out dangerous molecules
Researchers have used the world's thinnest material to create sensors that can detect just a single molecule of a toxic gas.
Posted: Jul 30th, 2007
Read moreNew joint venture for nanotechnology water and process treatments
New company will create products with nano-features for industrial markets.
Posted: Jul 30th, 2007
Read moreNew technique to 'see' and protect transplants successful in diabetic animal model
Researchers have found a way to overcome a major stumbling block to developing successful insulin-cell transplants for people with type I diabetes, encapsulating them in spheres with nanoscale pores.
Posted: Jul 29th, 2007
Read moreNanotechnology in construction engineering research grants
The German Federal Ministry for Education and Research (BMBF) has issued a call for research projects that deal with nanotechnology applications in the construction industry.
Posted: Jul 28th, 2007
Read moreHow to deal with nanotechnology waste
A new report presents the most comprehensive analysis to-date of two key Environmental Protection Agency laws that regulate the end-of-life management of nanotechnology.
Posted: Jul 27th, 2007
Read moreFDA nanotechnology task force report available for download
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration yesterday released a report that recommends the agency consider developing guidance and taking other steps to address the benefits and risks of drugs and medical devices using nanotechnology.
Posted: Jul 26th, 2007
Read moreHidden order found in a quantum spin liquid
A newly detected, hidden "string order" that extends over a length of 30 nanometers in a material that is otherwise apparently disordered, could have implications for the design of materials at the nanoscale, including those used for a developing concept known as quantum computing.
Posted: Jul 26th, 2007
Read moreNew technique may speed development of molecular electronics
To produce materials for modern electronics, small amounts of impurities are introduced into silicon - a process called doping. Scientists recently succeeded in being the first to implement doping in the field of molecular electronics.
Posted: Jul 26th, 2007
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