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Nanotechnology development bill introduced in U.S. Congress

US Rep. Mike Honda today introduced HR 3235, the Nanotechnology Advancement and New Opportunities (NANO) Act, comprehensive legislation to promote the development and responsible stewardship of nanotechnology in the United States.

July 31, 2007 Read more

Nanotechnology in Mexico: A path with no plan

As a result of the absence of a Mexican National Initiative in the field of nanotechnology research, the United States influence in the area has grown significantly.

July 31, 2007 Read more

Nanotechnology helps scientists make bendy sensors for hydrogen vehicles

In comparison to previously designed hydrogen sensors, which are rigid and use expensive, pure palladium, the new sensors are bendy and use single-walled carbon nanotubes to improve efficiency and reduce cost.

July 31, 2007 Read more

Gold nanoparticles may pan out as tool for cancer diagnosis

Researchers have created gold nanoparticles that are capable of identifying marker proteins on breast cancer cells.

July 31, 2007 Read more

Under magnetic force, nanoparticles may deliver gene therapy

New delivery system might also carry drugs or cells to targeted sites.

July 31, 2007 Read more

Artificial nanopores take analyte pulse

Researchers have come up with a breakthrough that will aid the reproducible fabrication of robust synthetic single-nanopore membranes.

July 31, 2007 Read more

Military to study better, nanoparticle-based pain relief in battle zones

DARPA grant to create and test nanoparticles that may deliver morphine to wounded soldiers faster and more safely.

July 30, 2007 Read more

Department of Defense awards $1.6 million for implantable biochip research

A grant for the development of an implantable biochip that could relay vital health information if a soldier is wounded in battle or a civilian is hurt in an accident.

July 30, 2007 Read more

Nanotechnology halves precious metal content in new automotive catalyst

Nissan develops new technology for cleaner exhaust emissions.

July 30, 2007 Read more

New aerogels could clean contaminated water, purify hydrogen for fuel cells

Scientists have identified a new technique for cleansing contaminated water and potentially purifying hydrogen for use in fuel cells, thanks to the discovery of a innovative type of porous material.

July 30, 2007 Read more

The story of a nanotechnology start-up

A TV interview with the founder of Midatech, a nanoparticle manufacturer.

July 30, 2007 Read more

Graphene sniffs out dangerous molecules

Researchers have used the world's thinnest material to create sensors that can detect just a single molecule of a toxic gas.

July 30, 2007 Read more

New joint venture for nanotechnology water and process treatments

New company will create products with nano-features for industrial markets.

July 30, 2007 Read more

New technique to 'see' and protect transplants successful in diabetic animal model

Researchers have found a way to overcome a major stumbling block to developing successful insulin-cell transplants for people with type I diabetes, encapsulating them in spheres with nanoscale pores.

July 29, 2007 Read more

Nanotechnology in construction engineering research grants

The German Federal Ministry for Education and Research (BMBF) has issued a call for research projects that deal with nanotechnology applications in the construction industry.

July 28, 2007 Read more

How to deal with nanotechnology waste

A new report presents the most comprehensive analysis to-date of two key Environmental Protection Agency laws that regulate the end-of-life management of nanotechnology.

July 27, 2007 Read more