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Bring young people back to science

Young Europeans are shunning science degrees in greater numbers than ever before. If this trend continues, the EU will start to lag behind China and India in scientific research and development, threatening European competitiveness and prosperity.

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Nanotechnology rust-proofing - without chromium

For a long time, chromium plating protected car bodies against rust - but this has been prohibited since 2007. However, chromium-free coatings are not suitable for universal use; they have to be adapted to the respective application. A new chromium-free coating can help.

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New SciFinder podcasts cover nanotechnology topics

The SciFinder series of podcasts from the American Chemical Society's CAS division explores a vast array of current interest topics and new discoveries in the 21st century and shows how SciFinder can play a significant role in providing solutions for the advancement of science.

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New funding for gene therapy for human degenerative retinal diseases

A Canadian and American research group including the team of Dr. Robert Koenekoop from the Research Institute at the Montreal Children's Hospital of the MUHC has just been awarded $2.4 million from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) and the Foundation Fighting Blindness Canada (FFB).

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Nanotechnology will provide superior implants for orthopedic patients

A brand new process that could revolutionise the reliability and durability of surgical implants, such as hip and knee replacements, has today , 2 December 08, received recognition for its medical and commercial potential by achieving one of the world's most sought after accolades.

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Nanoelectronics researcher Datta receives 2008 IEEE award

The IEEE has named Supriyo Datta recipient of the 2008 IEEE Leon K. Kirchmayer Graduate Teaching Award for his innovative approach to the complex concepts of nanoelectronics and non-equilibrium quantum statistical mechanics.

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$250,000 to be awarded to innovators using technology to benefit humanity

Nominations are open for The Tech Awards 2009. The deadline for nominations is March 27, 2009. Individuals, non-profit organizations and companies are eligible to apply in one of five award categories: Environment, Economic Development, Education, Equality or Health.

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Europe will establish the European Metrology Research Program

The Commission has adopted today a proposal for co-decision of the European Parliament and Council to set up a joint European Research Programme in the field of Metrology (EMRP), the science of measurement.

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Synthetic biology: Is ethics a showstopper?

Arthur Caplan, director of the Center for Bioethics at the University of Pennsylvania, will explore unresolved synthetic biology ethical questions at a January 8 program.

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READNA consortium to accelerate development of DNA/nucleic acid analysis technologies

A new consortium was launched today to further the development of new technologies for the analysis of DNA and other nucleic acids.

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Clothing with a brain: Smart fabrics that monitor health

Researchers in United States and China are reporting progress toward a simple, low-cost method to make 'smart fabrics,' electronic textiles capable of detecting diseases, monitoring heart rates, and other vital signs.

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Kommunikationswissenschaftler untersuchen Berichterstattung zur Nanotechnologie

Wenn Zeitungen ueber Nanotechnologie berichten, betonen sie meist deren Nutzen. Das ist das zentrale Ergebnis einer Studie im Auftrag des Bundesinstituts fuer Risikobewertung (BfR).

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The mystery of nanobubbles on submerged surfaces

The nanobubbles that develop on submerged surfaces should not really be able to exist. Because of the enormous internal pressure, they should disappear within a short time.

December 2, 2008 Read more

Holographic nanotechnology assembly

Researchers at Purdue University have developed a technique that uses a laser and holograms to precisely position numerous tiny particles within seconds, representing a potential new tool to analyze biological samples or create devices using nanoassembly.

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University of Wisconsin-Platteville sets inauguration, symposium for nanotechnology center

The inauguration of the Nanotechnology Center for Collaborative Research and Development at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, including a symposium on Progress in Nanotechnology Research, will take place on Saturday, Dec. 6.

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A promising solution to 'mask-less' semiconductor lithography

European researchers have developed a promising solution to 'mask-less' semiconductor lithography and generated intense interest among major industry players.

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