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Trump the clumps: Making biologic drugs safer
Scientists at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) have developed a technique to measure the formation of clumps of proteins in protein-based pharmaceuticals.
July 23, 2008 Read more
First successful fabrication of a graphene-on-silicon structure
This achievement may pave the way for the application of graphene to VLSI.
July 23, 2008 Read more
'Nanonet' circuits closer to making flexible electronics reality
Researchers have overcome a major obstacle in producing transistors from networks of carbon nanotubes, a technology that could make it possible to print circuits on plastic sheets for applications including flexible displays and an electronic skin to cover an entire aircraft to monitor crack formation.
July 23, 2008 Read more
Moderne Werkstoffe nach altem Muster
In einem Lasergitter mit quasikristalliner Struktur haben Physiker eine Monolage von Kolloidteilchen gefangen. Welches Muster die Teilchen dabei formten, hing von der Staerke des Lichtgitters ab.
July 23, 2008 Read more
Artificial lotus effect with carbon nanotubes
Carbon nanotubes with nanoscopic paraffin coating form superhydrophobic, self-cleaning surfaces.
July 23, 2008 Read more
A new UK research center for studying nanotoxicology
The National Nanotoxicology Research Centre (NNRC) is being developed at the UK Health Protection Agency's Centre for Radiation, Chemical and Environmental Hazards (CRCE) at Chilton in Oxfordshire.
July 23, 2008 Read more
Nanotechnology know-how Made in Germany
NanoBioNet, the pre-eminent center of excellence for nanobiotechnology in Germany, is acting as representative of the leading German technology at Nano Korea 2008, the 6th International Nanotech Symposium and Exhibition in Korea.
July 23, 2008 Read more
Biofilms use chemical weapons
Researcher at the Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research discovers defence strategies used by biofilm bacteria.
July 23, 2008 Read more
Nanotechnology for the Healthcare System of the 21st Century
On March 4 - 6, 2009, international experts will gather in Berlin for the NanoMed 2009 conference to discuss the state of the art in medical applications of nanotechnology.
July 23, 2008 Read more
Nanotechnology - A regulatory blueprint for the next U.S. administration
Former EPA official highlights shortcomings of current federal oversight.
July 23, 2008 Read more
Membrane model may unlock secrets of early-stage Alzheimer's
Researchers at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and three collaborating institutions are using a new laboratory model of the membrane surrounding neurons in the brain to study how a protein long suspected of a role in early-stage Alzheimer?s disease actually impairs a neuron?s structure and function.
July 22, 2008 Read more
Cool! Nanoparticle research points to energy savings
Adding just the right dash of nanoparticles to standard mixes of lubricants and refrigerants could yield the equivalent of an energy-saving chill pill for factories, hospitals, ships, and others with large cooling systems, suggest the latest results from National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) research that is pursuing promising formulations.
July 22, 2008 Read more
NNI bill would create nanotechnology clearinghouse
A Senate bill to reauthorize funding for nanotechnology research would mandate creating a publicly available database of the projects funded in several areas, including environmental, educational and nanomanufacturing.
July 22, 2008 Read more
Sandia to demonstrate hyperspectral confocal fluorescence microscope
Sandia National Laboratories will demonstrate a new hyperspectral confocal fluorescence microscope Friday, Aug. 8 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. MDT in Bldg. 897 on Kirtland Air Force Base.
July 22, 2008 Read more
Cancer nanoparticle drug delivery research cuts time from days to hours
Researchers at Case Western Reserve University have developed a technique that has the potential to deliver cancer-fighting drugs to diseased areas within hours, as opposed to the two days it currently takes for existing delivery systems.
July 22, 2008 Read more
Engineers prove graphene is the strongest material
Research scientists have achieved a breakthrough by proving that the carbon material graphene is the strongest material ever measured.
July 22, 2008 Read more
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