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Using Carbon Nanotubes for Memory and Data Storage

Computers are getting smaller and smaller. And as hand-held devices —
from mobile phones and cameras to music players and laptops — get more
powerful, the race is on to develop memory formats that can satisfy the ever-growing
demand for information storage on tiny formats.

12 Nov 2008

UCLA Researchers Develop New Mass Production Method for Nanomaterials

Research on graphene sheets has been restricted, though, due to the difficulty of creating single-layer samples for use in experiments. But in a study published online Nov. 9 in the journal Nature Nanotechnology, researc...

11 Nov 2008

New Novel Approach to Polymer Synthesis to Enhance Durability and Elasticity of Materials

In the not-so-distant future, plastics could be more durable and rubbers could be more … well … rubbery thanks to a novel new approach to polymer synthesis discovered by Texas Tech University organic chemis...

9 Nov 2008

Leading Research on Properties of Semiconductor Nano-Crystals Shed Light on a Bright Future

Research that could lead to brighter LCD screens, more efficient solar panels, improved biomedical imaging and high-tech security sensors has won the University of Melbourne's Chancellor's Prize for Excellence in PhD. ...

7 Nov 2008

Bioengineers Develop Tiny Gold Stars for New Medical Diagnoses

Rods, cones, cubes and spheres - move aside. Tiny gold stars, smaller than a billionth of a meter, may hold the promise for new approaches to medical diagnoses or testing for environmental contaminants.

7 Nov 2008

Fluid Engineering Center of Excellence to Look at Replacing Copper and Brass with Thermoplastics

Growing concerns about health and safety risks and increasingly high costs of metal in fluid handling systems are prompting the use of plastic pipes, faucets, valves, boilers and other components. Plastics offer the pote...

7 Nov 2008

Insoluble Nanoparticles Increase the Effectiveness of Drugs

Scientists at the University of Liverpool have developed a new technology which can dramatically improve the effectiveness of antibacterial treatments. Drugs with the ability to dissolve have much stronger efficacy, ...

7 Nov 2008

Highly Magnetic Nanoparticles Goes Against One of the Most Toxic Substances Known to Man

Highly magnetic nanoparticles, originally devised for biomedical purposes, soon will be tested against one of the most toxic substances known to man - spent nuclear fuel. The project - funded by a one-year, $732,000 Depa...

6 Nov 2008

Cold Ice Films Holds Key to Solving Mysteries of the Universe

Could life have started in a lump of ice?The universe is full of water, mostly in the form of very cold ice films deposited on interstellar dust particles, but until recently little was known about the detailed small sca...

5 Nov 2008

Researchers Gather to Discuss Key Advancement in the Development of New Fuels in the 21st Century

Move over, oil, gasoline, and coal. Researchers are describing key advances in developing new fuels to help supply an energy-hungry world in the 21st Century in the eighth and ninth episodes in the American Chemical Soci...

4 Nov 2008

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

In recent years, the IoT is rapidly being introduced into almost all sectors, but it has particular importance in the EV industry.

Chemistry News

Using Carbon Nanotubes for Memory and Data Storage

UCLA Researchers Develop New Mass Production Method for Nanomaterials

New Novel Approach to Polymer Synthesis to Enhance Durability and Elasticity of Materials

Leading Research on Properties of Semiconductor Nano-Crystals Shed Light on a Bright Future

Bioengineers Develop Tiny Gold Stars for New Medical Diagnoses

Fluid Engineering Center of Excellence to Look at Replacing Copper and Brass with Thermoplastics

Insoluble Nanoparticles Increase the Effectiveness of Drugs

Highly Magnetic Nanoparticles Goes Against One of the Most Toxic Substances Known to Man

Cold Ice Films Holds Key to Solving Mysteries of the Universe

Researchers Gather to Discuss Key Advancement in the Development of New Fuels in the 21st Century

What's Next for the Oil Lubrication Industry?

Multi-User Facilities: Effectively Supporting Research Goals Across Academia and Industry

What are the Benefits of Single-Crystal Sapphire?

Puncture Fixture Equipment - Features and Applications

HMK-CD4 Nano Particle Size Analyzer

Defender™ Omega Handheld Raman Analyzer

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Using Vibration Control to Improve Your Microscope's Performance

Sustainable Battery Manufacturing: Industry 4.0 Solutions

Battery Cell Characterization: Electrochemical and Prismatic Cells

Creating Superhydrophobic Surfaces with Plasma Treatment

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

Chemistry News

What's Next for the Oil Lubrication Industry?

Multi-User Facilities: Effectively Supporting Research Goals Across Academia and Industry

What are the Benefits of Single-Crystal Sapphire?

1Flame-Retardant Transparent Bamboo Outperforms Silica Glass

2Eco-Friendly Zinc Battery Targets Global Electricity Access

3Smart Contact Lenses Offer Real-Time Pressure Data

4New Smart Adhesive with Unmatched Strength and Versatility

5Global Textile Designer Unveils First Printed Wool Collection Using Digital Print Technology

6New Photocatalyst to Improve Decarbonization and Other Chemical Reactions

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