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Researchers Demonstrate for First Time Plants Ability to Absorb Nanoparticle and Accumulate them in Tissues

Researchers at the University of Delaware have provided what is believed to be the first experimental evidence that plants can take up nanoparticles and accumulate them in their tissues.

13 Nov 2008

Scientists Uncover New "Nano Alloys" Created by Steel Mill in the Nanoworld

In the neverland between molecule and metal they discovered a new family of compounds. The prototype of these new “nano alloys” is a compound containing one central molybdenum atom binding twelve zinc atoms.

From Arburg GmbH 13 Nov 2008

Scientists Breed Biomimetic Surfaces from Molecular Coating

Proteins play a decisive role in both the tolerability of contact lenses and the adherence of mussels to the hulls of ships. They develop a biofilm during their initial contact with the foreign material. This highly complex process is extremely difficult to study.

12 Nov 2008

Researchers Creates New Molecule Stopping the SARS Virus

A Purdue University researcher has created a compound that prevents replication of the virus that causes SARS and could lead to a treatment for the disease. "The outbreak of SARS in 2003 led to hundreds of deaths...

12 Nov 2008

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

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.

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Researchers Demonstrate for First Time Plants Ability to Absorb Nanoparticle and Accumulate them in Tissues

Scientists Uncover New "Nano Alloys" Created by Steel Mill in the Nanoworld

Scientists Breed Biomimetic Surfaces from Molecular Coating

Researchers Creates New Molecule Stopping the SARS Virus

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

From Lab to Industry: How Additive Manufacturing is Transforming Structural Integrity

How do CT Instruments Help with Battery Analysis?

How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

CSP Temperature Standards by Thermometrics

Coolant Control Module for Plasma Cleaning

Nano-Observer II: AFM for Nanoscale Imaging

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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?

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From Lab to Industry: How Additive Manufacturing is Transforming Structural Integrity

How do CT Instruments Help with Battery Analysis?

How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

1Accelerating Ion Transport with New Material

2YASA and Automobili Lamborghini Unveil Next-Generation High-Performance E-Propulsion Technology

3New Lithium Composite Promises Enhanced Safety and Lifespan

4A Novel Approach to Enhancing Thermophotovoltaic Efficiency

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