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As nanotech goes mainstream, 'toxic socks' raise concerns
Nanotechnology is now available in a store near you. Valued for it's antibacterial and odor-fighting properties, nanoparticle silver is becoming the star attraction in a range of products from socks to bandages to washing machines. But as silver's benefits propel it to the forefront of consumer nanomaterials, scientists are recommending a closer... view more... (2008-04-07)

Researchers make breakthrough in the production of double-walled carbon nanotubes
In recent years, the possible applications for double-walled carbon nanotubes have excited scientists and engineers, particularly those working on developing renewable energy technologies.   view more (2008-12-23)

Nanotech's health, environment impacts worry scientists
The unknown human health and environmental impacts of nanotechnology are a bigger worry for scientists than for the public, according to a new report published today (Nov. 25) in the journal Nature Nanotechnology.   view more (2007-11-26)

Breakthroughs in nanotechnology on edge of 'knowledge frontier'
University of Missouri scientist Kattesh Katti recently discovered how to make gold nanoparticles using gold salts, soybeans and water. Katti's research has garnered attention worldwide and the environmentally-friendly discovery could have major applications in several disciplines.   view more (2008-02-29)

Using nanotechnology, UCLA researchers discover cancer cells 'feel' much softer than normal cells
A multidisciplinary team of UCLA scientists were able to differentiate metastatic cancer cells from normal cells in patient samples using leading-edge nanotechnology that measures the softness of the cells.   view more (2007-12-03)

Nanoforum Education Catalogue for Higher Education in Nanotechnology
Nanoforum is pleased to announce the online publication of the "Education Catalogue" which is a complete handbook for people in the university system (professors, students, careers advisors). It provides information on all undergraduate, graduate, and short courses related to nanoscience and nanotechnology in the EU and associated... view more... (2005-02-18)

Ultra-Useful Ultrasound Causing A Stir In Materials Science
As the molecules are manipulated by the sound wave, tiny cavities are formed and destroyed inside the material that release high levels of energy when they implode, causing chemical or physical reactions to occur. Sonochemistry is already proving a useful tool and is being applied commercially in the former Soviet Union in the casting process and... view more... (1999-02-03)

University of Pennsylvania engineers discover natural 'workbench' for nanoscale construction
Engineers at the University of Pennsylvania have taken a step toward simplifying the creation of nanostructures by identifying the first inorganic material to phase separate with near-perfect order at the nanometer scale.   view more (2007-07-18)

Harvard University engineers demonstrate quantum cascade laser nanoantenna
In a major feat of nanotechnology engineering researchers from Harvard University have demonstrated a laser with a wide-range of potential applications in chemistry, biology and medicine.   view more (2007-10-23)

Researchers discover method for mass production of nanomaterial graphene
Graphene is a perfect example of the wonders of nanotechnology, in which common substances are scaled down to an atomic level to uncover new and exciting possibilities.   view more (2008-11-11)

RC-LEDs - Super-fast light sources suitable for data transfer
Resonance-cavity light-emitting diodes (RC-LEDs) are a new type of light source which produces very intense light from quantum wells located in a microcavity. As light sources, RC-LEDs are classified as something between laser diodes and conventional light-emitting diodes (LEDs). The advantages of RC-LEDs compared with conventional LEDs include a... view more... (2000-02-25)

Nanotechnology: EU builds global leadership with comprehensive, structured approach to research
WHAT?          Special press programme on the occasion of EuroNanoForum 2003        The European and International Forum on Nanotechnology, Trieste WHEN?       Tuesday 9 and Wednesday 10 December 2003 WHERE?      ... view more... (2003-11-28)

Membership of Nanotechnology Working Group Announced
The Royal Society and the Royal Academy of Engineering today (Wednesday 30 July 2003) announced the membership of their working group on nanotechnology. The working group includes experts in ethics, health, the environment and consumer concerns, as well as scientists and engineers whose expertise is in nanotechnology. The Academies have been... view more... (2003-07-28)

Report from the Nanoforum online survey on the European Strategy for Nanotechnology published today
Between August and October 2004 Nanoforum hosted an online survey, in cooperation with the European Commission, to determine the community's attitude towards all aspects of nanoscience and nanotechnology (N&N) development.   view more (2004-12-17)

U-M physicists create first atomic-scale map of quantum dots
University of Michigan physicists have created the first atomic-scale maps of quantum dots, a major step toward the goal of producing "designer dots" that can be tailored for specific applications.   view more (2009-09-30)

New small-scale generator produces alternating current by stretching zinc oxide wires
Researchers have developed a new type of small-scale electric power generator able to produce alternating current through the cyclical stretching and releasing of zinc oxide wires encapsulated in a flexible plastic substrate with two ends bonded.   view more (2008-11-10)

Ethical Evaluations of Nanotechnology
Recent action in Congress to reauthorize the U.S. federal nanotechnology research program offers the chance to address the social and ethical issues concerning the emerging scientific field, experts say.   view more (2009-01-28)

Nanoscale silver: No silver lining?
Widespread use of nanoscale silver will challenge regulatory agencies to balance important potential benefits against the possibility of significant environmental risk, highlighting the need to identify research priorities concerning this emerging technology, according to a new report released today by the Project on Emerging Nanotechnologies... view more... (2008-09-09)

Tiny 'Lab-on-a-Chip' Can Detect Pollutants, Disease and Biological Weapons
For centuries, animals have been our first line of defense against toxins. A canary in a coalmine served as a living monitor for poisonous gases. Scientists used fish to test for contaminants in our water. Even with modern advances, though, it can take days to detect a fatal chemical or organism.   view more (2009-02-18)

Electronic structure of DNA revealed for 1st time by Hebrew University and collaborating researchers
Utilizing a technique that combines low temperature measurements and theoretical calculations, Hebrew University of Jerusalem scientists and others have revealed for the first time the electronic structure of single DNA molecules.   view more (2008-02-29)
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