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World's only ultrafast electron microscope takes 4-D 'movies' of molecules
A unique electron microscope that can help create four-dimensional 'movies' of molecules may hold the answers to research questions in a number of fields including chemistry, biology, and physics.
December 24, 2007 Read more
Nanotechnology applied to the aquatic environment
In the framework of CEI (Central European Initiative) Cooperation Activity, the National Institute of Oceanography and of Experimental Geophysics - OGS is organizing a workshop on Nanotechnologies@sea.
December 23, 2007 Read more
Gold nanoparticle probes may allow earlier cancer detection
Using tiny gold particles embedded with dyes, researchers have shown that they can identify tumors under the skin of a living animal. These tools may allow doctors to detect and diagnose cancer earlier and less invasively.
December 23, 2007 Read more
Sri Lanka to set up nanotechnology research institute
The Ministry of Science and Technology of Sri Lanka is ready to launch the nanoscience project together with industrial private sector early next year.
December 22, 2007 Read more
Nanotechnology town hall meetings at Northwestern University
Northwestern University researchers are staging nanotechnology town hall meetings. It gives scientists a chance to talk about their work, and interested citizens can ask questions.
December 22, 2007 Read more
Inhofe recycles unscientific attacks on global warming
So Sen. James 'global warming is a hoax' Inhofe (R-OK) issues a report in which he claims: Over 400 prominent scientists from more than two dozen countries recently voiced significant objections to major aspects of the so-called 'consensus' on man-made global warming.
December 21, 2007 Read more
Beautiful nanotechnology images from the Science as Art competition
This was the first time that the popular Science as Art competition was held at an MRS Fall Meeting. Three first place and three second place winners were selected from the various entries.
December 21, 2007 Read more
Pennsylvania NanoMaterials Commercialization Center now Accepting Proposals for Product Development Projects
Previous two rounds of funding totaled more than $1 million.
December 21, 2007 Read more
Last minute nanotechnology Christmas gift
Just when you think you've seen it all: here is the Pugster Nanotechnology Science Italian Charm Bracelet.
December 21, 2007 Read more
Silicon nano research for lithium-ion batteries commercialized within five years?
This past week, Yi Cui, assistant professor of materials science and engineering at Stanford, announced success in expanding the energy storage capacity of lithium ion batteries by using silicon nanowires for the anode, which in current batteries are typically made of carbon.
December 21, 2007 Read more
Grants help UNCG shape state's economic future
Three faculty members have won more than $850,000 in grants from the University of North Carolina system for research projects with the potential to create jobs and promote economic development.
December 21, 2007 Read more
Workshop on cross industry issues for nanomanufacturing
A workshop on Cross Industry Issues for Nanomanufacturing will be held on February 26-28, 2008 at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in Gaithersburg, MD.
December 21, 2007 Read more
Capped carbon nanotubes as chemical couriers
US scientists have reported a mild new method for trapping liquids and nanoparticles inside carbon nanotubes.
December 21, 2007 Read more
Next-generation RAM: remembering the future
European researchers have a strong position in a new technology known as resistive RAM (RRAM) that could soon be replacing flash RAM in USB drives and other portable gadgets.
December 21, 2007 Read more
CIRCA'08 - leveraging state-of-the-art nanofabrication for electronics
Join global nanoelectronics and technology industry leaders by attending or sponsoring CIRCA 08.
December 21, 2007 Read more
NIOSH informs, leads nanotechnology actions by international partner organizations
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) provided technical input, support, and leadership for three recent actions by international organizations to address the occupational safety and health implications of nanotechnology.
December 21, 2007 Read more
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