Some of the brightest colors in nature are created by tiny nanostructures with a structure similar to beer foam or a sponge, according to Yale University researchers.
Apr 3rd, 2009
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Chemists at New York University and Harvard University have created a bipedal, autonomous DNA 'walker' that can mimic a cell's transportation system.
Apr 3rd, 2009
Read moreNIH's first-of-a-kind series of events focusing on science at the nanoscale, NanoWeek 2009 will include symposia with experts in the field, demonstrations, talks, and posters from NIH scientists.
Apr 3rd, 2009
Read moreThat sinking feeling when your hard disk starts screeching and you haven't backed up your holiday photos is a step closer to becoming a thing of the past thanks to research into a new kind of computer memory.
Apr 3rd, 2009
Read moreIMEC, the Belgian nanotechnology and nanoelectronics research center, has announced the start of PEPRIC NV, a new company that will develop and commercialize molecular and functional imaging technology based on magnetic nanoparticles.
Apr 3rd, 2009
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Instead of using test tube sets, the researchers generated high-velocity beams of atoms and molecules. By imaging the collision process, they were able to visualize the exact reaction pathway taken during the creation of new molecular species.
Apr 3rd, 2009
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Researchers in Japan demonstrate their method by preparing patterns of methyl thiolate ions adsorbed on a copper surface.
Apr 3rd, 2009
Read moreThe updated document reiterates NIOSH's standing interim recommendation that employers take prudent measures to control occupational exposures in the manufacture and industrial use of engineered nanomaterials, as research advances for determining if such materials pose work-related health and safety risks.
Apr 3rd, 2009
Read moreApparently trying to copy Russia's model with Rusnano, Bulgaria's cabinet decided to set up a state-owned company dealing in nanotechnology.
Apr 2nd, 2009
Read moreThe solicitation period of the joint US-UK research program runs from March 31 to August 5, 2009.
Apr 2nd, 2009
Read moreFollowing the NANOMAT Conference June 15-17, 2009, there will be a one-day international conference on June 18 devoted to ethical, legal, social and environmental aspects of nanotechnology - 'Responsible Nanoscience and Nanotechnology'.
Apr 2nd, 2009
Read moreMcGill University researchers have successfully amplified light with so-called 'colloidal quantum dots', a technology that had been written off by many as a dead-end.
Apr 2nd, 2009
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For the first time, MIT researchers have shown they can genetically engineer viruses to build both the positively and negatively charged ends of a lithium-ion battery.
Apr 2nd, 2009
Read moreAs part of the OECD activities to promote international co-operation in addressing human health and environmental safety aspects of manufactured nanomaterials, the OECD has developed a global resource which details research projects that address safety issues of manufactured nanomaterials.
Apr 2nd, 2009
Read moreAt the conference on 'Working and living with nanotechnologies', which focused on the results of the European NanoCAP project, the European Trade Union Confederation presented its resolution adopted in June 2008.
Apr 2nd, 2009
Read moreIllinois has become a hotbed for nanotechnology and a forum on April 21st will explore how to expand the state's role in the emerging sector.
Apr 2nd, 2009
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