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Researchers Develop Ultrasensitive Chemical Sensor Using Carbon Nanotubes

A research team has developed an ultrasensitive DNA-based chemical sensor using carbon nanotubes.

4 May 2012

Manipulation of Liquid Crystals Helps Develop New Materials

A team of international scientists led by Juan J. de Pablo, a Professor of Chemical and Biological Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, has discovered that the manipulation of liquid crystals at the nanoscale can make the molecules they interact to self-assemble, thus paving the way to develop innovative materials with novel properties.

4 May 2012

HyperSolar’s Polymer Coating Stabilizes Photoelectrodes for Renewable Hydrogen Production

HyperSolar, a company developing innovative technology to generate renewable hydrogen from solar power and water, has declared that it has achieved a major landmark in the protection and stabilization of its solar nanoparticles utilized in producing renewable hydrogen.

3 May 2012

BNNT Inks Licensing Deal with NASA Partners for High-Tech Material Technology

Newport News, Virginia-based BNNT LLC has recently licensed an advanced technology to manufacture fibril boron nitride nanotubes (BNNTs).

3 May 2012

Researchers Develop Rapid Safety-Assessment Technique for Nanomaterials

Researchers from the University of California, Los Angeles, along with scientists from the Universitat Rovira i Virgili and the University of Bremen, have developed a new screening technique to rapidly assess the safety of metal-oxide nanomaterials in large batches.

3 May 2012

Researchers Synthesize New Composite Material to Enhance Radiation Detection

A research team comprising Brent Wagner and Bernd Kahn from the Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) has devised a prototype called the nano-photonic composite scintillation detector that integrates rare-earth metals and other elements at the nanoscale for enhanced strength, accuracy and sensitivity to provide improved radiation detection.

3 May 2012

University of Warwick-led Study has outlined a New Biomimetic Polymer Synthesis which Enhances Structure Control

A new biomimetic approach to synthesising polymers will offer unprecedented control over the final polymer structure and yield advances in nanomedicine, researchers say. In a University of Warwick-led study published ...

3 May 2012

Researchers Synthesize New Class of Nanoparticles by Modifying Clathrin Protein

In a study reported in PLoS ONE, Gordana Vitaliano, who serves as Director of the McLean Hospital Imaging Center’s Brain Imaging NaNoTechnology Group, has described the modification of a common protein called clathrin as a nanoparticle for use in in-vivo studies.

3 May 2012

Book Analyzes Use of Nanomaterials in Protection, Repair, and Upgrade of Concrete

Research and Markets has included a new book titled ‘Nanomaterials in Concrete: Advances in Protection, Repair, and Upgrade’ to its database.

2 May 2012

Faster and Simpler Technique to Decorate Nanowires with Metal Nanoparticles

A research team from the Stanford University has developed a simpler and faster technique to effectively modify the surface chemistry and significantly expand the surface area of nanowires with noble metal or metal oxide nanoparticles.

2 May 2012

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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

Researchers Develop Ultrasensitive Chemical Sensor Using Carbon Nanotubes

Manipulation of Liquid Crystals Helps Develop New Materials

HyperSolar’s Polymer Coating Stabilizes Photoelectrodes for Renewable Hydrogen Production

BNNT Inks Licensing Deal with NASA Partners for High-Tech Material Technology

Researchers Develop Rapid Safety-Assessment Technique for Nanomaterials

Researchers Synthesize New Composite Material to Enhance Radiation Detection

University of Warwick-led Study has outlined a New Biomimetic Polymer Synthesis which Enhances Structure Control

Researchers Synthesize New Class of Nanoparticles by Modifying Clathrin Protein

Book Analyzes Use of Nanomaterials in Protection, Repair, and Upgrade of Concrete

Faster and Simpler Technique to Decorate Nanowires with Metal Nanoparticles

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

Advanced Masterbatch and Compounding for Polymers and Plastics

AirBreather Platform for Continuous Gas Analysis

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

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Sheet Resistance Measurement on TOPCon Solar Cells

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

2Perovskite and Copper System Creates C2 Chemicals from CO2

3The COM4PHA project develops new biodegradable bioplastics for cosmetics, food and agricultural packaging

4DS Smith Partner With TPV Automotive to Create a Sustainable Fiber-Based Packaging for the Protection of Car Wheel Carriers

5Pioneering Large-Scale Aluminum 3D Printing

6QUT Researchers Develop Promising Flexible Semiconductor for Wearable Tech

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