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More bang for your bond

Size-controllable bulky ligands stabilize multiple bonds of heavy elements into photoactive materials.

February 19, 2010 Read more

Sachsen erfolgreich bei nano tech in Tokio

Die Forschungskompetenz der saechsischen Nanotechnologieexperten ueberzeugt auch in diesem Jahr wieder die Japaner. Sechs Fraunhofer-Institute, die TU Dresden, die TU Chemnitz, das Forschungszentrum Dresden-Rossendorf sowie sieben Unternehmen praesentieren sich derzeit vom 17. bis 19. Februar 2010 auf einem Gemeinschaftsstand zur fuehrenden Nanotechnologie-Messe nanotech in Japan.

February 19, 2010 Read more

Nanoparticle developed to boost anti-cancer immunotherapy

One of the hallmarks of cancer is that tumors are able to suppress the immune system, preventing the body's own defense system from eliminating the disease, particularly as tumors spread through the body. Cancer researchers have identified the molecule responsible for this unwanted immune suppression, and have even designed an inhibitor of this molecule.

February 18, 2010 Read more

Rapid, inexpensive DNA sequencing moves closer to reality

Researchers describe the use of electrically charged nanopores to detect specific genetic sequences as single DNA molecules pass through the pore. If further development proves successful, this method could yield a new approach to mutation detection that does not involve time-consuming and expensive amplification processes.

February 18, 2010 Read more

Defining the design rules for targeted nanoparticles used to image tumors

A team of investigators has developed a set of design rules that produce nanoparticles that have the best chance of binding to a tumor but that will clear rapidly through the kidneys when they do not find their target.

February 18, 2010 Read more

Nanodiamonds produce 'game changing event' for MRI imaging sensitivity

A Northwestern University study shows that coupling a widely used magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) contrast agent to a nanodiamond results in dramatically enhanced signal intensity and thus vivid image contrast.

February 18, 2010 Read more

SEMATECH kicks off consortium at UAlbany NanoCollege to develop crucial EUV metrology tools

Collaboration at CNSE's Albany NanoTech complex will target mask defects at 22 nm and below.

February 18, 2010 Read more

Photosynthesis: a new source of electrical energy

CNRS scientists have transformed the chemical energy generated by photosynthesis into electrical energy. They thus propose a new strategy to convert solar energy into electrical energy in an environmentally-friendly and renewable manner.

February 18, 2010 Read more

When molecules leave tire tracks - A new approach to optimizing molecular self-organization

Some classes of molecules are capable of arranging themselves in specific patterns on surfaces. This ability to self-organize is crucial for many technological applications, which are dependend on the assembly of ordered structures on surfaces.

February 18, 2010 Read more

Could nanomaterials save the world, and make a profit?

The latest issue of NANO Magazine explores the advances in nanotechnology towards creating sustainable technologies. Nanomaterials for the Future - clean, green and profitable contains articles on clean tech, next-generation batteries, biofuels and the advances made towards nanoparticles which are capable of tolerating extreme heat, opening the doors for them to be used in everyday systems.

February 18, 2010 Read more

Partnership to develop the world's smallest pixel micromirror array device for high definition display

The Institute of Microelectronics (IME), a research institute of the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), and Silicon Quest, Inc., a US-based fab-less company, today announced their partnership in the development of a CMOS compatible high density array MEMS micro-mirror device for the next generation high definition display applications.

February 18, 2010 Read more

Understanding public debate on nanotechnologies options for framing public policy

This publication consists of a series of research articles on the nature of public debate on nanosciences and nanotechnologies, and the ways in which deliberative approaches could lead to better governance of these technologies.

February 18, 2010 Read more

Engineer studying nanoscale semiconductor structures elected to National Academy

The National Academy of Engineering recognized Thomas Kuech, Milton J. and A. Maude Shoemaker Professor of Chemical and Biological Engineering at UW-Madison, for his contributions in developing and characterizing compound semiconductors.

February 18, 2010 Read more

How does the proton get its spin?

New results provide better understanding of the internal structure of the proton, the basic building block of all nuclei.

February 18, 2010 Read more

Eine neue Generation von Elektronenmikroskopen

Mit der Entwicklung und dem Einsatz einer neuen Generation von Elektronenmikroskopen beschaeftigt sich ein internationales Symposium, zu dem der Exzellenzcluster 'Zellulaere Netzwerke' der Universitaet Heidelberg am 19. Februar 2010 einlaedt.

February 18, 2010 Read more

Nanotechnology DNA reader expedites code sequencing

Arizona State University (ASU) scientists have come up with a new twist in their efforts to develop a faster and cheaper way to read the DNA genetic code. They have developed the first, versatile DNA reader that can discriminate between DNA's four core chemical components - the key to unlocking the vital code behind human heredity and health

February 17, 2010 Read more