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New Technique to Measure Spin Properties of Electrons in Graphene

Ramesh Mani, an associate professor of physics at Georgia State University (GSU), and Walter de Heer, Regents' Professor of physics at the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech), have developed a new technique to study the spin characteristics of electrons in graphene.

13 Aug 2012

Rheology of Suspensions/Dispersions (Particles CIC) Short Course - Early bird registration fee until 28 September

Following the continued success of the course last year The University of Leeds are pleased to announce that the Rheology of Suspensions/Dispersions (Particles CIC) Short Course will run again in November here at the Uni...

8 Aug 2012

Investigating Aquatic and Environmental Aspects of Nanoparticles using the Zetasizer Nano from Malvern Instruments

Researchers at the University of Alberta, Canada, working as part of a major Canadian initiative to investigate the aquatic and environmental aspects of nanoparticles, are using the Zetasizer Nano from Malvern Panalytical to characterize nanoparticle behavior in biological and aqueous matrices.

From Malvern Panalytical 7 Aug 2012

Nanocomp Opens New Facility in New Hampshire to Meet Demand for Carbon Nanotube Products

Nanocomp Technologies, a manufacturer of carbon nanotube-based component products and performance materials, has opened its new headquarters in Merrimack, New Hampshire, marking the conclusion of the first phase of a proposed expansion of 100,000 sq. ft, based in part on funding from the Defense Production Act Title III.

2 Aug 2012

Viasystems Certified to Make PCBs Using Shocking Technologies’ Voltage Switchable Dielectric Material

Shocking Technologies, a developer of the patented nanocomposite material named as Voltage Switchable Dielectric that gives protection for electronic products against electrostatic discharge (ESD), has reported that Viasystems and its subsidiary DDi have been certified to make printed circuit boards (PCBs) using Shocking Technologies’ breakthrough Voltage Switchable Dielectric (VSD) material.

31 Jul 2012

SouthWest NanoTechnologies Selects Itochu Plastics as Distribution Partner for Asian Market

Itochu Plastics, a company of Itochu Group, has become a distribution partner by signing a deal with SouthWest NanoTechnologies to supply its commercially-produced specialty single-wall and multi-wall carbon nanotubes and carbon nanotube dispersions, pastes and inks throughout the Asian region.

26 Jul 2012

NaturalNano Awarded Patent for Use of Halloysite Nanotubes to Reinforce Polymer Composites

NaturalNano, a materials science company, has reported the issuance of a key patent by the United States Patent & Trademark Office.

26 Jul 2012

NTU and NUS Host Chemist and Nanoscience Expert, Chad Mirkin

Professor Chad Mirkin from Northwestern University in the US is a guest of Nanyang Technological University (NTU) and the National University of Singapore (NUS) from 22 to 28 July 2012 as part of the Lee Kuan Yew Distinguished Visitor Programme.

24 Jul 2012

Study Reveals Self-Repairing Nature of Graphene

A team of researchers from the SuperSTEM facility at Science & Technology Facilities Council’s Daresbury Laboratory and The University of Manchester has found that graphene, a one-atom-thick carbon material, undergoes a self-mending process to repair holes.

21 Jul 2012

SGS Proves XTIO2 Active-Shield Fabric Coating as 100% Antigerm

Based on the standardized AATCC100 test, SGS, an inspection, verification, testing and certification firm, demonstrated that the XTIO2 Active-Shield Fabric has achieved the world’s highest 100% antibacterial efficacy rate. Cleancoating, a Philadelphia-based company, had commissioned the tests.

20 Jul 2012

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.

Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology News

New Technique to Measure Spin Properties of Electrons in Graphene

Rheology of Suspensions/Dispersions (Particles CIC) Short Course - Early bird registration fee until 28 September

Investigating Aquatic and Environmental Aspects of Nanoparticles using the Zetasizer Nano from Malvern Instruments

Nanocomp Opens New Facility in New Hampshire to Meet Demand for Carbon Nanotube Products

Viasystems Certified to Make PCBs Using Shocking Technologies’ Voltage Switchable Dielectric Material

SouthWest NanoTechnologies Selects Itochu Plastics as Distribution Partner for Asian Market

NaturalNano Awarded Patent for Use of Halloysite Nanotubes to Reinforce Polymer Composites

NTU and NUS Host Chemist and Nanoscience Expert, Chad Mirkin

Study Reveals Self-Repairing Nature of Graphene

SGS Proves XTIO2 Active-Shield Fabric Coating as 100% Antigerm

How to Use AFM to Study 2D Materials and Superlattices

How are Fine Ceramics Supporting the Next Generation of Renewable Energy?

Beyond Lithium: How Group14 Is Redefining the Future of Battery Technology

AirBreather Platform for Continuous Gas Analysis

SU7000 & SU8700 Schottky Field Emission SEMs: Ultra High-Resolution & Analytical Imaging

TSL-570: High Performance Tunable Laser

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Powering the Future: The Solid-State Battery Revolution

What is the Gold Foil Covering Spacecraft and Satellites?

Sheet Resistance Measurement on TOPCon Solar Cells

The Link Between FIB-SEM and TEM

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?

Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology News

How to Use AFM to Study 2D Materials and Superlattices

How are Fine Ceramics Supporting the Next Generation of Renewable Energy?

Beyond Lithium: How Group14 Is Redefining the Future of Battery Technology

1Aluminum-Scandium Alloys: A Game Changer for Hydrogen Energy

2Recycled Milled Carbon Fibers for Automotive Parts Manufacturing

3Developing Digital Twins for Durable 3D-Printed Military Parts

4Improving Wound Care with Bioactive Material-Based Dressings

5Neutrinos are at Least a Million Times Lighter Than Electrons

6Single-Atom Catalysts for Efficient Chemical Reactions

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