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Technique for Measuring the Tiniest Forces

When chemists want to measure the bonding forces in molecules or other most minuscule forces very accurately, they have to calibrate their measuring instruments (for example the cantilevers, i.e. the measuring tips, of s...

25 Feb 2008

Coating Increases Energy Conversion Efficiency of Solar Cells

The energy from sunlight falling on only 9 percent of California’s Mojave Desert could power all of the United States’ electricity needs if the energy could be efficiently harvested, according to some estimat...

25 Feb 2008

Cornell Resarchers Now Able to Identify Atoms in A Crystal and See How They Bond with New STEM

A new electron microscope recently installed in Cornell's Duffield Hall is enabling scientists for the first time to form images that uniquely identify individual atoms in a crystal and see how those atoms bond to one an...

24 Feb 2008

Better Solar Cells Thanks to Electrons of Nanoparticles

The electrons in nanoparticles of noble metal oscillate together apace with the frequency of the light. This phenomenon can be exploited to produce better and cheaper solar cells, scientists at Chalmers University of Tec...

22 Feb 2008

University of Oregon gets Nanoscience Research Center

University of Oregon looks to take the lead in the nanotechnology race with a new multi million dollar nanoscience research facility.

21 Feb 2008

Measuring Copper in Zinc Oxide Nanowires to Optimise Optical and Electrical Properties

Measuring copper contamination in zinc oxide nanowires is extremely important as it influences the optical and electrical properties of the material.

21 Feb 2008

Nanoparticle Containing Liquids May Find Use as Cameras or Cololing for Computer Chips

Liquids containing nanoparticles show enhanced properties when exposed to electric fields lending them to applications such as camera lenses and cell phone displays.

21 Feb 2008

Researchers to Talk About Making Solar Energy a Reality

A University of Southampton academic will talk about his plans to make solar energy a reality, on BBC Radio 4's Material World tomorrow (Thursday 21st February). Dr Darren Bagnall, at the University's School o...

20 Feb 2008

Largest Sheets of Nanotube Material Ever Produced by Nanocomp

Nanocomp Technologies, Inc., a developer of next-generation performance materials, today announced it has successfully produced 3-foot by 6-foot sheets of carbon nanotube material. This significant production milestone, ...

20 Feb 2008

Weatherproof Adhesive Bandage Inspired by Sticky Lizards

Researchers at MIT have created a weatherproof bandage that was inspired by the humble gecko. The new bandage could find a place in common surgical applications.

20 Feb 2008

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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

Technique for Measuring the Tiniest Forces

Coating Increases Energy Conversion Efficiency of Solar Cells

Cornell Resarchers Now Able to Identify Atoms in A Crystal and See How They Bond with New STEM

Better Solar Cells Thanks to Electrons of Nanoparticles

University of Oregon gets Nanoscience Research Center

Measuring Copper in Zinc Oxide Nanowires to Optimise Optical and Electrical Properties

Nanoparticle Containing Liquids May Find Use as Cameras or Cololing for Computer Chips

Researchers to Talk About Making Solar Energy a Reality

Largest Sheets of Nanotube Material Ever Produced by Nanocomp

Weatherproof Adhesive Bandage Inspired by Sticky Lizards

How do CT Instruments Help with Battery Analysis?

How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

Advancing Battery Science: PerkinElmer’s Role in Improving Chemistries and Recycling Efficiency

CSP Temperature Standards by Thermometrics

Coolant Control Module for Plasma Cleaning

Nano-Observer II: AFM for Nanoscale Imaging

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The Role of Accurate Analysis in Sustaining Critical Materials for a Circular Economy

How to Address Thermal Runaway Protection (TRP) in EVs

Torque Testing Explained

Analysis of Nitrogen Solubility in Soy Protein Using FT-NIR Spectroscopy

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 do CT Instruments Help with Battery Analysis?

How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

Advancing Battery Science: PerkinElmer’s Role in Improving Chemistries and Recycling Efficiency

1Accelerating Ion Transport with New Material

2New Catalyst Revolutionizes Hydrogen Peroxide Production

3The ECOFAP Project aims to make shoe soles and heels with a new 3D printing material based on tanned leather waste

4A Bio-Inspired Catalyst for Efficient Chemical Reactions

5New Lithium Composite Promises Enhanced Safety and Lifespan

6A Novel Approach to Enhancing Thermophotovoltaic Efficiency

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