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New Light on How Atoms Arrange Themselves into Thin Films

To make thin films for semiconductors in electronic devices, layers of atoms must be grown in neat, crystalline sheets. But while some materials grow smooth crystals, others tend to develop bumps and defects - a serious ...

21 Jan 2010

PI Launches New Ultra-Low Profile Direct-Driven High-Speed Rotary Stage

PI (Physik Instrumente) L.P. introduces a new ultra-low profile (0.6"), direct-driven, high-speed rotary stage based on its proprietary PILine piezomotor drive technology at this year's SPIE Photonics West conference.

From PI (Physik Instrumente) LP 20 Jan 2010

Companies Awarded Miltu-Million Project Through NIST Technology Innovation Program

Pixelligent Technologies, LLC, an emerging nanotechnology company developing patented high-performance nanocomposites for demanding applications in the electronics and military markets, and Brewer Science, Inc., a privat...

From NIST Standard Reference Materials 20 Jan 2010

Stretchable, Porous, and Conductive Energy Textiles

Scientists in California are reporting an advance in that direction with an easier way of changing ordinary cotton and polyester into "conductive energy textiles" - e-Textiles that double as a rechargeable battery.

20 Jan 2010

New Class of Materials Could Help Streamline Process of Computer Electronic Packaging

Carnegie Mellon University and Intel Corporation will unveil a new class of materials called solder magnetic nanocomposites that could help streamline the process of computer electronic packaging.

19 Jan 2010

Enhanced Photocatalytic Disinfection Process that Uses Visible Light to Destroy Harmful Bacteria and Viruses

In the battle against bacteria, researchers at the University of Illinois have developed a powerful new weapon -- an enhanced photocatalytic disinfection process that uses visible light to destroy harmful bacteria and viruses, even in the dark.

19 Jan 2010

Researchers Demonstrate How Graphene Could Hold Key to Future of High-Speed Electronics

A collaborative research project has brought the world a step closer to producing a new material on which future nanotechnology could be based. Researchers across Europe, including the UK's National Physical Laborato...

19 Jan 2010

Using Electric Fields to Manipulate Property of Electrons Known as "Spin" to Store Data Permanently

Researchers from Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin (HZB) and the French research facility CNRS, south of Paris, are using electric fields to manipulate the property of electrons known as "spin" to store data permanently...

19 Jan 2010

Sea Snails to Inspire Better Armor for Soldiers

New insights about a tiny snail that lives on the ocean floor could help scientists design better armor for soldiers and vehicles, according to MIT researchers.

18 Jan 2010

Advancing Nanotechnology in Orthopedics and Spine Surgery

A new research program at The Methodist Hospital in Houston is the nation's first dedicated solely to advancing nanotechnology in orthopedics and spine surgery. Dr. Bradley Weiner, chief of spinal surgery at Metho...

18 Jan 2010

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 Light on How Atoms Arrange Themselves into Thin Films

PI Launches New Ultra-Low Profile Direct-Driven High-Speed Rotary Stage

Companies Awarded Miltu-Million Project Through NIST Technology Innovation Program

Stretchable, Porous, and Conductive Energy Textiles

New Class of Materials Could Help Streamline Process of Computer Electronic Packaging

Enhanced Photocatalytic Disinfection Process that Uses Visible Light to Destroy Harmful Bacteria and Viruses

Researchers Demonstrate How Graphene Could Hold Key to Future of High-Speed Electronics

Using Electric Fields to Manipulate Property of Electrons Known as "Spin" to Store Data Permanently

Sea Snails to Inspire Better Armor for Soldiers

Advancing Nanotechnology in Orthopedics and Spine Surgery

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?

Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology News

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

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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

53D-Printing of High-Performance Plain Carbon Steel

6A Self-Healing Plastic Ceramic Electrolyte for Lithium Metal Batteries

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