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Ask EPA: What's up with nanotechnology?

Tomorrow (Wednesday, February 20) at 1 p.m. EDT, James Gulliford, assistant administrator for Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances will host the online interactive forum Ask EPA and discuss the EPA's new Nancoscale Materials Stewardship Program.

February 19, 2008 Read more

University of Oregon dedicates nanoscience research center

University of Oregon students crossing a grassy oval in the Lorry I. Lokey Science Complex this spring will be surprised to learn that, under their feet, researchers are operating millions of dollars worth of delicate high-tech equipment to find answers that could help propel Oregon to the forefront of the fast-growing nanotechnology industry.

February 19, 2008 Read more

New technique promises to aid doctor's ability to identify, treat bacterial infections

A new technique developed by a University of Central Florida chemist will help physicians more quickly identify the bacterial infections patients have so they can be treated in hours instead of days.

February 19, 2008 Read more

NASA MidSTAR-1 puts nanotechnology in space

Two new technologies launched onboard a U.S. Naval Academy satellite called MidSTAR-1 have proven successful in their tests in space. One technology is a sensor that can check for harmful chemicals and the other is a special 'film' that can control heat.

February 19, 2008 Read more

Astronomy technology brings nanoparticle probes into sharper focus

Georgia Tech and Emory researchers have created a technology based on stellar photometry software that provides more precise images of single molecules tagged with nanoprobes, particles specially designed to bind with a certain type of cell or molecule and illuminate when the target is found.

February 19, 2008 Read more

Federal nanotechnology risk research plan still comes up short

An improved but still flawed government-wide plan for nanotechnology risk research is the result of a broken system. Federally funded studies essential to managing possible risks from this cutting-edge technology should be guided by a top-down strategy tied to projected commercialization, expected human and environmental exposures, and the regulatory decision-making process.

February 19, 2008 Read more

Meyyappan, Director of NASA's Center for Nanotechnology, to receive 2008 IEEE Judith A. Resnik award

The IEEE has named Meyya Meyyappan as the recipient of its 2008 Judith A. Resnik Award, recognizing his contributions and leadership in the emerging field of nanotechnology, particularly carbon nanotubes and their applications in sensors, instrumentation and nanodevices in both aerospace and industrial applications.

February 19, 2008 Read more

AIBN to host strategic NSF nanotechnology workshop in Australia

In a major coup, University of Queensland's Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (AIBN) will host the first ever National Science Foundation (NSF) strategic workshop to be held in Australia.

February 19, 2008 Read more

MIT creates gecko-inspired bandage

MIT researchers and colleagues have created a waterproof adhesive bandage inspired by gecko lizards that may soon join sutures and staples as a basic operating room tool for patching up surgical wounds or internal injuries.

February 18, 2008 Read more

New filter clears up fiber optic communications

Ames Lab shows 3-D photonic crystals make novel add-drop filters.

February 18, 2008 Read more

India's Fab City investment to top $7 billion as focus moves to solar

The Indian government has approved an additional five companies to take part in projects in Fab City, a proposed semiconductor manufacturing location near Hyderabad. This would take the total investment in Fab City to $7 billion, Minister of State for Commerce, Jairam Ramesh said on Monday (Feb. 18), speaking at the two-day India Semiconductor Association summit.

February 18, 2008 Read more

Prestigious global nanoelectronics research collaboration awarded to UAlbany NanoCollege

Semiconductor Research Corporation and NY CAIST will team to enable development of smaller, faster and cheaper computer nanochips.

February 18, 2008 Read more

A joint initiative to bring science and technology to life through art and design

Addictlab and IMEC are launching a new call for ideas and visions on future applications of emerging technologies in the field of art, design , architecture, fashion, communication, environments, health and well-being. After a first successful collaboration researching visual, conceptual and more practical ways of communicating about nanotechnology, a new call will take it one step further into the world of emerging technologies and their applications, with a focus on the emerging invisible (a-material) production, where benefits are perceptions centred.

February 18, 2008 Read more

Stem cells safely made into nerve tissues

South Korean scientists on Monday said they have successfully used nano and bio technologies to grow nerve, muscle and liver tissues from stem cells.

February 18, 2008 Read more

Solar cell directly splits water for hydrogen

Plants trees and algae do it. Even some bacteria and moss do it, but scientists have had a difficult time developing methods to turn sunlight into useful fuel. Now, Penn State researchers have a proof-of-concept device that can split water and produce recoverable hydrogen.

February 17, 2008 Read more

There is 'design' in nature, Brown biologist argues at AAAS

Brown University biologist Kenneth Miller has to hand one victory to the 'intelligent design' crowd. They know how to frame an issue.

February 17, 2008 Read more