Nanotechnology Australia capability report
Invest Australia, the Australian Government's inward investment agency, has produced a summary of Australian nanotechnology capability from both companies and research organisations.
Aug 7th, 2007
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Nanotechnology News – Latest Headlines
Quantum analog of Ulam's conjecture can guide molecules, reactions
Like navigating spacecraft through the solar system by means of gravity and small propulsive bursts, researchers can guide atoms, molecules and chemical reactions by utilizing the forces that bind nuclei and electrons into molecules (analogous to gravity) and by using light for propulsion.
Aug 7th, 2007
Read moreSide-to-side shaking of nanoresonators throws off impurities
Tiny vibrating silicon resonators are of intense interest in nanotechnology circles for their potential ability to detect bacteria, viruses, DNA and other biological molecules.
Aug 6th, 2007
Read moreNanotechnology could save bridges from disaster
Bridge skin could reveal cracks and corrosion beneath.
Aug 6th, 2007
Read moreUniversity of Pennsylvania gets $20 million gift for nanotechnology center
Alumnus Krishna Singh gives $20 million to Penn's School of Engineering and Applied Science.
Aug 6th, 2007
Read moreNano-boric acid makes motor oil more slippery
Combining nanoparticles of boric acid - known primarily as a mild antiseptic and eye cleanser = with traditional motor oils improves their lubricity and by doing so increase energy efficiency.
Aug 6th, 2007
Read moreNanotechnology fabrication could benefit from new levitation theory
Scientists have discovered a new way of levitating tiny objects - paving the way for future applications in nanotechnology.
Aug 6th, 2007
Read moreNanoparticle technique could lead to improved semiconductors
Researchers explore 'deep trap' phenomenon.
Aug 6th, 2007
Read moreDemocratic technologies? The final report of the Nanotechnology Engagement Group
The Nanotechnology Engagement Group, a UK group established to support public bodies in developing a wider programme of social and ethical research and public dialogue around nanotechnology, has released its final report.
Aug 4th, 2007
Read moreMeasuring happiness with nanotechnology?
Nanobiotechnology could be used as a measure of happiness, stress levels and health.
Aug 4th, 2007
Read morePortugese nanotechnology priorities
Portugal hopes to stimulate initiatives in three key areas during its stint in the EU's Presidency seat: publishing and scientific information; nanosciences and nanotechnologies; reform and modernisation of universities.
Aug 4th, 2007
Read moreCeramic tubes could cut greenhouse gas emissions from power stations
Greenhouse gas emissions from power stations could be cut to almost zero by controlling the combustion process with tiny tubes made from an advanced ceramic material.
Aug 3rd, 2007
Read moreA new wrinkle in thin film science
Simple, inexpensive way to measure material properties could impact cosmetics, coating and nanoelectronic industries.
Aug 3rd, 2007
Read moreScientists train nanoscale building blocks to take on new shapes
Researchers have figured out how to train synthetic polymer molecules to self-assemble and form into long, multicompartment cylinders.
Aug 3rd, 2007
Read moreNano-layer of ruthenium stabilizes magnetic sensors
A layer of ruthenium just a few atoms thick can be used to fine-tune the sensitivity and enhance the reliability of magnetic sensors.
Aug 3rd, 2007
Read moreChanging the rings: a key finding for magnetics design
Researchers have done the first theoretical determination of the dominant damping mechanism that settles down excited magnetic states -"ringing" in physics parlance - in some key metals
Aug 3rd, 2007
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