Protein 'filmed' while unfolding at atomic resolution
With a novel approach, researchers have now succeeded in 'filming' the complex process of protein folding for the first time.
Posted: Feb 11th, 2013
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Nanodermatology Society announces agenda for its annual meeting
For this coming year we have lined up an outstanding faculty of international nanotechnology experts from industry, academia, and government to speak on clinically important topics and on new and emerging technologies including: nanodrug delivery for cutaneous disease, cosmeceuticals employing nanotechnology, and sunscreens.
Posted: Feb 11th, 2013
Read moreVisualizing nanoscale biological networks in 4D
A unique microscope invented at Caltech captures the motion of DNA structures in space and time.
Posted: Feb 11th, 2013
Read moreStem cell breakthrough could lead to new bone repair therapies on nanoscale surfaces
Scientists at the University of Southampton have created a new method to generate bone cells which could lead to revolutionary bone repair therapies for people with bone fractures or those who need hip replacement surgery due to osteoporosis and osteoarthritis.
Posted: Feb 11th, 2013
Read moreWith nanotechnology against hay fever
Scientists ahve been able to identify the grass pollen molecule, against which the allergic response of hay fever in children is initiated. In addition, it was shown that the first individual antibodies generated in children against individual pollen molecules can be identified even before the initial symptoms of a pollen allergy are developed.
Posted: Feb 11th, 2013
Read moreAn innovative nanotech water purification tablet for developing world (w/video)
PureMadi, a nonprofit University of Virginia organization, has invented a simple ceramic water purification tablet. Called MadiDrop, the tablet is impregnated with silver or copper nanoparticles.
Posted: Feb 9th, 2013
Read moreResearchers explore quantum entanglement
A new paper delves into phenomenon Einstein called 'spooky'.
Posted: Feb 8th, 2013
Read moreNanoscale imaging with a single nano-positioned quantum dot (w/video)
A novel technique gives researchers the ability to manipulate a single dot precisely, guiding it quickly to desired locations, and holding it in each position with nanometer accuracy so it can be used to scan objects.
Posted: Feb 8th, 2013
Read moreNanotechnology checks on transplanted cell survival
Researchers at Johns Hopkins are using nanotechnology to track the survival and location of transplanted cells. The device, based on nanoscale ph sensors and imaging via magnetic resonance, could help improve outcomes from cell replacement therapies used for conditions such as liver disease or type 1 diabetes.
Posted: Feb 8th, 2013
Read moreGerman Academic Exchange Service funds international project on spintronics (w/video)
Up to EUR 1 million for cooperation with international partners for research into energy-efficient information technology.
Posted: Feb 8th, 2013
Read more3D printing on the micro- and nanometer scale (w/video)
With the world's fastest 3D printer of micro- and nanostructures, smallest three-dimensional objects, often smaller than the diameter of a human hair, can be manufactured with minimum time consumption and maximum resolution. The printer is based on a novel laser lithography method.
Posted: Feb 8th, 2013
Read moreOxide flips from open to closed
A transistor made from vanadium dioxide could function as a smart window for blocking infrared light.
Posted: Feb 8th, 2013
Read moreCalculating quantum vacuum forces in nanostructures
Quasianalytical modal approach for computing Casimir interactions in periodic nanostructures.
Posted: Feb 8th, 2013
Read moreInsights into lead nanoparticles as an advanced semiconductor material
Indian researchers have developed a new metallic semiconductor. This appears to be the first demonstration of semiconducting nature of lead nanoparticles.
Posted: Feb 8th, 2013
Read moreResearchers create 'building block' of quantum networks
A proof-of-concept device that could pave the way for on-chip optical quantum networks has been created by a group of researchers.
Posted: Feb 7th, 2013
Read moreGold squeezed into micro-Velcro
Velcro consists of one surface with loops, and another with hooks that latch onto the loops, joining opposing surfaces strongly. A miniaturised version of Velcro could be used in micro- and nanotechnology, but to form the surfaces, microwires are needed with properties that provide strength and durability.
Posted: Feb 7th, 2013
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