Combination of carbon nanofibers and stem cells can regenerate lost neurons in rats
A cocktail of carbon nanofibers and stem cells can heal neural tissue in rats damaged by a stroke, according to a recent study.
Sep 13th, 2006
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Nanowerk launches world's first nanomaterial supersite
Nanowerk, a leading nanotechnology information portal and home of the unique Nanomaterial Database, launched a new service that offers custom sourcing for nanomaterials as well as discounts on carbon nanotubes, fullerenes and other nanoparticles from suppliers worldwide.
Sep 13th, 2006
Read moreQuantum dots used to track protein traffic
The natural flow of proteins inside living cells can be tracked using quantum dots, researchers have shown.
Sep 12th, 2006
Read moreModeling the movement of electrons at the molecular scale
Controlling the movement of electrons through individual molecules could allow for the development of new technologies such as small-scale circuits to be used for a variety of applications including improved solar cells.
Sep 11th, 2006
Read moreMolecular sieve advances protein research
New technology promises to speed up the accurate sorting of proteins, work that may ultimately aid in the detection and treatment of disease.
Sep 11th, 2006
Read moreElectric jolt triggers release of biomolecules, nanoparticles
Researchers have devised a way to use a brief burst of electricity to release biomolecules and nanoparticles from a tiny gold launch pad.
Sep 11th, 2006
Read moreNanotechnology propels advances in regenerative medicine research
The promise of regenerative medicine and the nanotechnology catapulting it into the forefront of chemistry are highlighted in two papers being presented on Monday, Sept. 11, in San Francisco during the American Chemical Society's 232nd national meeting.
Sep 11th, 2006
Read moreBiodegradable napkin - featuring sensitive nanofibers - may quickly detect biohazards
Detecting bacteria, viruses and other dangerous substances in hospitals, airplanes and other commonly contaminated places could soon be as easy as wiping a napkin or paper towel across a surface.
Sep 11th, 2006
Read moreCoating layered nanoparticles alters immune cell uptake
A major limitation that investigators still must overcome to fully realize nanoparticles for anticancer applications is the propensity for immune cells such as macrophages to engulf and eliminate nanoparticles circulating in the bloodstream.
Sep 11th, 2006
Read moreNanocantilevers yield surprises critical for designing new detectors
Researchers have made a discovery about the behavior of tiny structures called nanocantilevers that could be crucial in designing a new class of ultra-small sensors for detecting viruses, bacteria, and other pathogens.
Sep 11th, 2006
Read moreArtificial nanoscale cholesterol carrier targets brain tumors
New research results suggest that for cancer patients with glioblastoma multiforme (GBM), the most common malignant brain tumor in adults, synthetic LDL-like nanoparticles could prove to be the vehicle of choice for delivering potent anticancer drugs to tumor cells while sparing healthy neighboring cells.
Sep 11th, 2006
Read moreSuperb nanocrystalline alloys for plating developed
Functionally graded nanocrystalline plating with excellent lubricating, anticorrosion and antiwear performances has recently been fabricated in China.
Sep 11th, 2006
Read moreProof of concept anti-cancer studies of an exciting nanoparticle-based photodynamic therapy
The technology exploits a three-component system: metal nanoparticles, novel phthalocyanine photosensitisers and phase transfer reagent.
Sep 8th, 2006
Read moreWorld's smallest controlled heat source studies explosives at the nanoscale
Using nanometer scale analysis techniques and quantities too small to explode, researchers have mapped the temperature and length-sale factors that make explosives behave the way they do.
Sep 8th, 2006
Read moreSpinning new theory on particle spin brings science closer to quantum computing
Physicists have devised a potentially groundbreaking theory demonstrating how to control the spin of particles without using superconducting magnets.
Sep 8th, 2006
Read moreNew report on nanotechnology in agriculture and food looks at potential applications, benefits and risks
The nanotech food market is growing rapidly and will reach over $20 billion by 2010.
Sep 7th, 2006
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