Materials scientists tame tricky carbon nanotubes
Based on a new theory, MIT scientists may be able to manipulate carbon nanotubes without destroying their extraordinary electrical properties.
Sep 15th, 2006
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Researchers image molecular motor structural changes
An international team of researchers has shed new light on how tiny molecular motors that transport materials within cells generate the energy that powers their movements.
Sep 15th, 2006
Read moreFerns provide model for tiny motors powered by evaporation
Scientists looked to ferns to create a novel energy scavenging device that uses the power of evaporation to move itself.
Sep 14th, 2006
Read moreWork to develop nanoparticles for imaging
University of Buffalo researchers are turning their expertise in nanomedicine to the development of new, nanoparticle-based multiprobe systems, launching a new generation of medical imaging.
Sep 14th, 2006
Read moreDouble quantum dots control Kondo effect in nanoscience study
Two quantum dots connected by wires could help scientists better control the Kondo effect in experiments.
Sep 14th, 2006
Read moreNew superlens reveals hidden nanostructures
A microscope used to scan nanostructures can be dramatically enhanced by using a superlens.
Sep 14th, 2006
Read moreResearchers develop selective sensors based on carbon nanotubes
Researchers developed a method for applying peptides to single walled carbon nanotubes (SWNT) in field effect transistors.
Sep 13th, 2006
Read moreThin film key to fast new humidity sensors
University of Alberta researchers have used their own patented nanotechnology to build one of the fastest humidity sensors in the world.
Sep 13th, 2006
Read moreCombination 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
Read moreNanowerk 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
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