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Scientists make breakthrough in single-molecule sensing

Simultaneous optical and electronic measurements on same molecule.

February 6, 2008 Read more

New funding to charge energy research at UCL and the London Centre for Nanotechnology

Professors Neal Skipper and Franco Cacialli, of the London Centre for Nanotechnology and the Department of Physics & Astronomy, University College London, have been awarded a £200,000 laboratory refurbishment grant to help them develop alternative fuel supplies for transport and electricity generation.

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New devices to boost nematode research on neurons and drugs

University of Oregon-led project leads to two nanotech-driven tools for biologists, neuroscientists.

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Nanotechnology to fight red wine stains

Wool skirts and silk ties may avoid those pricey trips to the dry-cleaner in the future and clean themselves, researchers in Australia and China suggest in a new study.

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'Recordable' proteins as next-generation memory storage materials

Move over, compact discs, DVDs, and hard drives. Researchers in Japan report progress toward developing a new protein-based memory device that could provide an alternative to conventional magnetic and optical storage systems, which are quickly approaching their memory storage capacities.

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European Commission gives grant to investigate transatlantic oversight of nanotechnology

Researchers at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), Chatham House, Environmental Law Institute (ELI) and the Project on Emerging Nanotechnologies (PEN), an initiative of Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars and The Pew Charitable Trusts, have been awarded a $587,000 European Commission grant to conduct an international research project on regulating nanotechnologies in the European Union and United States.

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World-class research at University of Toronto to help reduce threat of global epidemic

Developing a portable device that will help prevent, identify and contain infectious diseases such as SARS, is the goal of a new University of Toronto research project. The project is one of four cutting-edge research projects at the University of Toronto to receive funding from the McGuinty government.

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A new direction for Vietnamese science and technology

To catch up with the development of global science and technology, Vietnam should have proper investment plans, prepared for ideas and combining scientists and experts with programmes which have completely new contents, and establishing training and research centres. Apart from traditional laboratories, two National Universities have begun to do this.

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Nanotechnology masters courses directory and recognition scheme

Nanotechnology Masters Courses each vary in their emphasis and content, and the NanoMasters Course Website provides a means for prospective students to search for details of Nano Masters Courses of specific interest to them.

February 5, 2008 Read more

Safe approach to nanotechnology - BSI British Standards publishes new guidance for UK industry

Don't know your nanorod from your nanoribbon? Want to find out what nanomaterials are in the products you buy? Could the safe handling of nanomaterials be improved? Nine new nanotechnology publications lead the way.

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Transnational call for collaborative proposals in nanoscience

NanoSci-E+ is announcing the opening of a transnational call for collaborative proposals. A minimum of EUR 16M will be distributed for the funding of high-quality projects, possibly complemented by an additional EUR 8M (subject to contract with the European Commission).

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German-Australian top level talks on clean coal

A high-level delegation from Germany's leading energy state is visiting Queensland to discuss clean energy technology, renewable energy, and joint global responses to climate change.

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'T-ray' breakthrough signals next generation of security sensors

A new generation of sensors for detecting explosives and poisons could be developed following new research into a type of radiation known as T-rays.

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Nanotechnology research collaboration between King Abdullah University and Hong Kong University

A delegation from King Abdullah University of Science and Technology, visited Hong Kong University of Science and Technology today to sign a Memorandum of Understanding establishing a long-term collaboration between the two research institutions.

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Bird flu testing on the cheap

Rapid identification of bird flu infection will be the key to controlling a pandemic should the virus learn how to transmit between humans. A new lab-on-a-chip could provide diagnosis in as little as 30 minutes.

February 4, 2008 Read more

EPA's FY 2009 budget focuses on next phase of environmental progress

Building on 37 years of progress in protecting human health and the environment, EPA Administrator Stephen L. Johnson today released his agency's $7.14 billion fiscal year 2009 budget.

February 4, 2008 Read more