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Zinc stannate nanostructures: growing a highly useful semiconductor

This timely review focuses on the synthesis of zinc stannate (zinc tin oxide: ZTO) nanostructures by the hydrothermal method, as well as the physical properties and applications of different zinc stannate nanostructures in solar cells, gas sensors, and photocatalysts.

March 25, 2011 Read more

ONAMI and SNNI announce GN101 Workshop and GN11 Conference, May 1-3

GN101: What do policymakers and regulators need to know about nanotechnology? and SNNI's 6th annual Greener Nano Conference, GN11 will be hosted by HP in Cupertino, CA on May 1-3, 2011.

March 25, 2011 Read more

Size does matter: Smaller particles could make solar panels more efficient

Researchers study quantum dots to increase the amount of electricity solar panels produce.

March 25, 2011 Read more

Rice University unveils state-of-the-art physics research facility

Officials from Rice University and the U.S. Department of Commerce today dedicated Brockman Hall for Physics, a state-of-the-art research facility that is the new home for fundamental and applied physics research at Rice.

March 25, 2011 Read more

Major advance in understanding how nanowires form

New insights into why and how nanowires take the form they do will have profound implications for the development of future electronic components. PhD student Peter Krogstrup from the Nano-Science Center at the University of Copenhagen is behind the sensational new theoretical model, which is developed in collaboration with researchers from CINAM-CNRS in Marseille.

March 25, 2011 Read more

Solar technology scientists meet in Abu Dhabi to identify research directions for energy breakthroughs

The March 27-28 event is designed to explore the route for development of cost-effective systems capable of achieving 25 percent energy conversion from solar resources in Abu Dhabi by the year 2020.

March 25, 2011 Read more

Nanotechnology points the way to greener pastures

Solar-powered 'nanoalloys' can convert polluting nitrates into ammonia fertilizer without releasing carbon dioxide.

March 25, 2011 Read more

Kieler Institut soll das Arbeiten mit Nanopartikeln sicherer machen

Die Berufsgenossenschaft Holz und Metall hat das Kieler Unternehmen ergoTOP-Institut fuer Arbeitswissenschaft und Unternehmensoptimierung GmbH beauftragt, praeventive Massnahmen fuer das sichere Arbeiten mit Nanopartikeln in der Metall- und Holzbranche zu entwickeln.

March 25, 2011 Read more

Develop new model to predict optical properties of nanostructures

University of British Columbia chemists have developed a new model to predict the optical properties of non-conducting ultra-fine particles. The finding could help inform the design of tailored nano-structures, and be of utility in a wide range of fields, including the remote sensing of atmospheric pollutants and the study of cosmic dust formation.

March 24, 2011 Read more

BrainGate neural interface system reaches 1,000-day performance milestone

An investigational implanted system being developed to translate brain signals toward control of assistive devices has allowed a woman with paralysis to accurately control a computer cursor at 2.7 years after implantation, providing a key demonstration that neural activity can be read out and converted into action for an unprecedented length of time.

March 24, 2011 Read more

Giving children the power to be scientists

Children who are taught how to think and act like scientists develop a clearer understanding of the subject, a study has shown. The three-year project involved providing pupils aged 11 to 14 with a new computer toolkit named nQuire, now available as a free download for teachers and schools.

March 24, 2011 Read more

Atomic switches: Ionic computing

A critical review of the current status and future prospects of new computing architectures based on 'atomic switches' fabricated by controlling the movement of cationic ions during solid electrochemical reactions.

March 24, 2011 Read more

Study analyses the possibilities and bottlenecks for regulating nanomaterials with uncertain risks

The study examines the possibilities and limitations for such regulation under existing legislation covering the environment, consumer protection and occupational health and safety, given the uncertain risks attached to the use of nanomaterials. The central research question is which powers authorities hold to regulate production, processing, use and the waste phase of nanomaterials (and products containing them) and the obligations that companies have to assure the safety of man and the environment.

March 24, 2011 Read more

New technique with quantum dots allows noninvasive tracking of stem cells in the brain

Researchers report the successful use of "near-infrared fluorescence labeling" to track the behavior of injected stem cells in brain-injured rats.

March 24, 2011 Read more

Finalists selected for inaugural Nanotechnology New Ventures Competition

Five teams have been selected as finalists for Friday's (March 25) Nanotechnology New Ventures Competition, an inaugural business plan competition led by Purdue University and the University of Notre Dame with prizes totaling $57,000.

March 24, 2011 Read more

UAlbany NanoCollege to mark National NanoDays 2011 with educational and community outreach initiatives

Girl Scouts 'Go Nano' event, 'Nano in the Mall' program and community presentations to highlight CNSE's leadership in the emerging nanotechnology economy.

March 24, 2011 Read more