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What Happens to Biomimetic Nanoparticles When They Enter The Human Body?

Scientists funded by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) have uncovered what happens to biomimetic nanoparticles when they enter human cells. They found that the important proteins that mak...

22 Sep 2009

Theoretical Electrical Resistance Discovery Proven in Nanomaterials Lab

Does theory lead experiments or do experiments lead theory? Scientists know the correct answer is that interplay between theory and experiments result in new advances. At times, experiment and technological development p...

21 Sep 2009

Springs of Carbon Nanotubes Could Outperform Lithium Ion Batteries

New research by MIT scientists suggests that carbon nanotubes - tube-shaped molecules of pure carbon - could be formed into tiny springs capable of storing as much energy, pound for pound, as state-of-the-art lithium-ion batteries, and potentially more durably and reliably.

21 Sep 2009

Prestigious Nanofabrication Centre Orders Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology (OIPT) System

Oxford Instruments has a reputation for working with and equipping many renowned universities and research institutes throughout Europe and USA. That fact and the flexibility of OIPT’s tools were important criteria in MCN’s decision to choose OIPT as a strategic partner.

From Oxford Instruments Semiconductor 21 Sep 2009

Graphene and Gallium Arsenide Brought Together by Scientists for the First Time

PTB has for the first time made graphene visible on gallium arsenide - A successful combination of two unique electronic materials It is the marriage of two top candidates for the electronics of the future, both exce...

21 Sep 2009

Revolutionary SEM Provide Simultaneous Nanoscale Imaging

A new scanning electron microscope capable of selectively imaging single atoms on the top surface of a specimen while a second, simultaneous imaging signal shows atoms throughout the sample’s depth.

21 Sep 2009

A New Approach to Stabilizing Nanowires for Building Nanoelectronics

It's widely predicted that future electronics will largely depend on something really small -- nanomaterials used for building nanoelectronics. A key component of these tiny circuits is stable nanowires that work reliabl...

18 Sep 2009

SWeNT Introduce “Specialty” Multi-Wall Carbon Nanotube

SouthWest NanoTechnologies (SWeNT), a leading developer and manufacturer of Single-Wall Carbon Nanotube materials, today introduced a new category of Carbon Nanotube (CNT) materials it refers to as “Specialty&rdquo...

17 Sep 2009

Market Findings on Nanotechnology and Photovoltaics Trends and Market Potential

Research and Markets, the leading source for international market research and market data, has announced the addition of the "Nanotechnology and Photovoltaics Trends and Market Potential" report to their offer...

17 Sep 2009

Microscale Fluid Manipulation System Help Propel Functionalized Nanoparticles

Functionalized nano- and microscale particle systems have become a key component in biomedical applications, from drug delivery to prosthetics. Their small size and potential for modification and functionalization make them ideal for performing specific tasks within the human body.

17 Sep 2009

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