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Nanostructures rather than pigments create some of nature's brightest colors

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.

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Bipedal, autonomous DNA walker mimics role of cell's transportation system

Chemists at New York University and Harvard University have created a bipedal, autonomous DNA 'walker' that can mimic a cell's transportation system.

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NIH nanotechnology task force and nanomedicine roadmap to host NanoWeek 2009

NIH'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.

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Racetrack nanowire memory beats the back-up blues

That 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.

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IMEC launches start-up to commercialize nanoparticle-based imaging technology

IMEC, 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.

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Scientists in Japan have broken the rules of chemical reactions

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.

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Non-contact method for rapidly and accurately positioning single molecules

Researchers in Japan demonstrate their method by preparing patterns of methyl thiolate ions adsorbed on a copper surface.

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NIOSH updates its guidance 'Approaches to Safe Nanotechnology'

The 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.

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Bulgaria to set up state-owned nanotechnology company

Apparently trying to copy Russia's model with Rusnano, Bulgaria's cabinet decided to set up a state-owned company dealing in nanotechnology.

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Funding opportunity: Environmental behavior, bioavailability and effects of manufactured nanomaterials

The solicitation period of the joint US-UK research program runs from March 31 to August 5, 2009.

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Conference: Responsible Nanoscience and Nanotechnology

Following 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'.

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Quantum dot breakthrough could lead to forward leaps in lasers, telecom and optical computing

McGill 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.

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Genetically engineered virus battery to power cars and electronics

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.

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OECD launches database on research into the safety of manufactured nanomaterials

As 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.

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Nanotechnology health and safety at work remain a priority for European Trade Unions

At 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.

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Forum showcases Illinois' role in nanotechnology

Illinois 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.

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