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Call for entries new aerospace materials prize

The Jaap Schijve Award has been established and is sponsored by the Dutch National Aerospace Laboratory (NLR) and Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands. This prize of 5000 Euro is awarded to a young researcher who has made an outstanding contribution to scientific progress in fatigue and damage tolerance as applied to aerospace.

September 26, 2007 Read more

Doping technique brings nanomechanical devices into the semiconductor world

With the help of a device capable of depositing metals an atom at a time in the materials used in computer chips, a team of engineers has successfully blended modern semiconductor technology and nanomachines.

September 26, 2007 Read more

Model for the assembly of advanced, single-molecule-based electronic components developed

Template for creating one-molecule wide wires for crafting molecular level organic semiconductors.

September 26, 2007 Read more

Cutting edge science on environmental health and safety to be revealed at NanoTX 07

Experts from government, academia, consulting companies, non-profit organizations and industry will gather to hear Dr. John Balbus, Chief Health Scientist for Environmental Defense offer the most up to date information on the potential toxicity of nanoparticles on October 3 during International Nanotechnology Week.

September 26, 2007 Read more

The Pittsburgh Conference announces the 2008 Pittsburgh Conference Memorial National College Grants Award Program

The Pittsburgh Conference on Analytical Chemistry and Applied Spectroscopy and its co-sponsoring technical societies proudly announce the 2008 Pittsburgh Conference Memorial National College Grants Program.

September 26, 2007 Read more

Scientists make two giant steps in advancement of quantum computing

Two major steps toward putting quantum computers into real practice - sending a photon signal on demand from a qubit onto wires and transmitting the signal to a second, distant qubit - have been brought about by a team of scientists at Yale.

September 26, 2007 Read more

Digital cable goes quantum

NIST debuts superconducting quantum computing cable.

September 26, 2007 Read more

Project on Emerging Nanotechnologies and Consumers Union collaborate on 'ConsumersTalkNano'

Today, the Wilson Center's Project on Emerging Nanotechnologies announces a major effort to reach out to the American public and engage them in an important online conversation about the possible risks and benefits of nanotechnology and consumer products.

September 25, 2007 Read more

Nanotechnology makes waterless car wash possible

Carpages, a UK motoring search engine carries a story about a dry, waterless nanotechnology car wash product.

September 25, 2007 Read more

Researchers develop nanoblade

Researchers have created a razor-like material that is truly on the "cutting edge" of nanotechnology. Called nanoblades, these first-of-their-kind magnesium nanomaterials challenge conventional wisdom about nanostructure growth, and could have applications in energy storage and fuel cell technology.

September 25, 2007 Read more

Spacecraft experiment confirms fluid theory

In scientific research, there is great satisfaction when theoretical work is eventually supported by experimentation. Such was the case this week for a team of Italian and US scientists when they received preliminary confirmation of a 10-year-old theory from a fluid science experiment that is currently orbiting the Earth on the Foton-M3 spacecraft.

September 25, 2007 Read more

Researchers set new record for brightness of quantum dots

By placing quantum dots on a specially designed photonic crystal, researchers at the University of Illinois have demonstrated enhanced fluorescence intensity by a factor of up to 108. Potential applications include high-brightness light-emitting diodes, optical switches and personalized, high-sensitivity biosensors.

September 25, 2007 Read more

Center for Responsible Nanotechnology leadership team expands

The Center for Responsible Nanotechnology (CRN) is adding two new members to its leadership team.

September 25, 2007 Read more

Poll reveals public awareness of nanotechnology stuck at low level

Americans look to government to ensure safety of new technology.

September 25, 2007 Read more

Survey identifies nanotechnology skills gaps

Training in research management and toxicology, interdisciplinary Masters level programmes and hands-on training experience are some of the recommendations from the Institute of Nanotechnology following a survey identifying the skills gaps and training needs in nanoscience and nanotechnology.

September 24, 2007 Read more

Scientists get first look at nanotubes inside living animals

Scientists have captured the first optical images of carbon nanotubes inside a living organism.

September 24, 2007 Read more