Researchers at University of Houston discovered a graphene-based Janus amphiphilic nanosheet that achieves 15 percent tertiary oil recovery at a low concentration of 0.01 percent, comparable to expensive methods. This breakthrough makes the process more environmentally friendly and cost-effective.
A Northwestern University research team has developed a tool to rapidly test millions of nanoparticles at once, similar to gene chips in biology. The combinatorial library approach enables scientists to quickly identify the best nanoparticle size and composition for various applications.
Researchers develop a revolutionary approach to cancer treatment that activates two drugs within the same cell at the same time, preventing resistance in aggressive cancers. By tracking cellular signals and molecular pathways, they discovered vulnerabilities to small molecule PI3K/AKT kinase inhibitors.
Researchers at Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University have discovered a unique copper-silver nanoparticle structure resembling the Japanese glass fishing floats, known as ukidama. The 'ukidama' structure has properties that could be utilized in biomedical devices and nanotechnology.
The USDA has awarded grants to 11 universities to research the use of nanotechnology in improving food safety, enhancing renewable fuels, increasing crop yields, managing agricultural pests, and more. The research aims to develop innovative solutions for addressing key challenges in agriculture.
A novel nanotechnology-based approach detects c-myc mRNA biomarkers for early-stage colon cancer diagnosis. The technique uses peptide nucleic acid/silver nanoparticles to induce a reversible color change.
Zhong Lin Wang, a prominent nanotechnology researcher at GA Tech, has been awarded the SURA Distinguished Scientist Award. He is recognized for his pioneering work in developing nano-generator devices that enable energy harvesting from ambient sources.
Researchers at Australian National University have successfully controlled chemical reactions using static electricity, improving reaction rates by a factor of five. The breakthrough could lead to cleaner industry, cheaper nanotechnology, and unprecedented control over chemical processes.
Researchers at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem have developed a nanotechnology-based delivery system that activates the body's natural defense against free radicals. This system could control various skin pathologies and disorders by inducing antioxidant enzymes and maintaining skin cell redox balance.
Researchers have developed a new nanoparticle that kills tumor cells in the eye by mimicking an enzyme used by immune cells, extending survival of mice with advanced breast cancer. The treatment offers advantages such as producing toxins per hour and being activated by light.
Researchers have developed a novel therapeutic approach using nanomedicines called Navacims that can reprogram white blood cells to become regulatory cells capable of blunting autoimmune responses. The treatment has shown promising results in preclinical models of diabetes, multiple sclerosis, and rheumatoid arthritis.
Researchers developed a new technology to detect disease biomarkers in nucleic acids, which can be used as indicators of what's going on inside cells and tissue. The approach uses nanotechnology to identify specific target sequences and quantify them through electronic signatures.
Researchers have developed new humidity sensors with antibacterial properties to prevent biofilm formation and biofouling in high-humidity environments. The sensors combine nanotechnology and fibre optics, offering biocompatibility, low cost, and long-distance measuring capabilities.
Researchers at Penn State College of Medicine have developed a new nanotechnology approach using 'smart fat cells' that can pass the blood-brain barrier to detect early-stage brain tumors. This breakthrough could transform gliomas from a death sentence into a treatable condition, enabling patients to receive timely treatment.
A nanotechnology breakthrough from DTU allows printing of high-resolution data and colour images at 127,000 DPI, comparable to weekly magazines.
At the nanoscale, heat radiates from one surface to another in a vacuum 10,000 times faster than expected. This discovery has significant applications in next-generation information storage and devices that convert heat into electricity.
Kyungsuk Yum, a UTA researcher, is developing an injectable nanoscale device that continuously monitors blood glucose levels and transmits readings to a scanner. This innovation has the potential to transform diabetes management, providing a more accurate and pain-free alternative to current methods.
Researchers at Stanford University have developed a novel way to make metal contacts on solar cells nearly invisible to incoming light. This breakthrough uses nanotechnology to create silicon nanopillars that redirect sunlight, increasing the cell's efficiency and reducing reflection loss.
Researchers at IUPUI developed a nanotech-based sensor to detect microRNAs in blood, enabling early cancer diagnosis and potentially improving treatment outcomes. The sensor's ultrasensitivity allows for the detection of minute changes in microRNA concentrations.
Researchers at UT Austin developed a nanoscale machine made of DNA that can autonomously walk in any direction, opening doors for cancer detection and therapeutic delivery. The DNA walker, with two legs connected by a torso, moves randomly and avoids re-tracing its steps, demonstrating a new level of complexity.
Researchers at the University of Delaware have successfully developed a new method to increase the energy storage ability of dielectric capacitors using nanotechnology. The innovation achieves an energy density of about two watt hours per kilogram, significantly higher than existing structures.
Brazilian scientists review advances in nanodentistry, exploring how nanoparticles can improve dental materials, prevent oral diseases, and create wearable toothpaste. However, safety and cost concerns hinder the adoption of these new technologies.
The new center aims to develop and translate new cancer care applications based on nanotechnology, focusing on melanoma and malignant brain cancers. Researchers will use Cornell dots, silica-organic hybrid nanoparticles, to improve cancer diagnostics, surgery, and targeted drug delivery.
Researchers at Duke University have deciphered the genetic code that instructs proteins to assemble or disassemble in response to environmental stimuli. This discovery provides a new platform for designer proteins and investigations into nanotechnology, biotechnology, and medical treatments.
The NSF will provide funding for 16 sites and a coordinating office to advance nanoscale science, engineering and technology research. The NNCI framework builds on the NNIN and aims to establish a nationwide backbone for nanoscale research.
The Research Triangle Nanotechnology Network aims to increase innovation by making nanotechnology accessible to faculty, students, businesses, and educators across the Triangle and nation. The initiative provides graduate students with peer-to-peer training opportunities and 'Nano-Nights' programs for grades 7-12 classrooms.
Northwestern University has received a $5 million grant from the National Science Foundation to establish a national resource for nanotechnology facilities and expertise. The Soft and Hybrid Nanotechnology Experimental (SHyNE) Resource provides integrated capabilities for researchers, including small businesses and industry users.
A team of physicists has discovered stable ferroelectricity in a few nanometers thick strontium titanate film, contradicting expected behavior. This finding could lead to new materials for nanotechnology devices.
Virginia Tech has won a $2.5 million grant to establish its own center for earth and environmental nanotechnology infrastructure, part of the National Nanotechnology Coordinated Infrastructure network. The center will focus on characterization, fabrication, and analysis of nanomaterials in soil, water, air, and biological systems.
The Cornell NanoScale Science and Technology Facility will receive $8 million from the National Science Foundation over five years. This grant, combined with a matching commitment from New York state, will provide long-term infrastructure support for ambitious research.
The University of Washington has won a $4.5 million NSF grant to advance nanoscale science, engineering and technology research in the Pacific Northwest. The funding will support the Washington Nanofabrication Facility and the Molecular Analysis Facility, providing critical tools and resources for academic and industrial users.
The European Commission's Joint Research Centre highlights the need for global cooperation to regulate nanotechnology in food and agriculture. Current approaches vary between countries, with EU and Switzerland introducing binding provisions and others relying on non-legally binding guidance.
The University of Southampton has been awarded a £3m grant to bring together top researchers to explore new nanotechnology applications for enhanced safety at sea, on land and in the air. The project will support over 50 PhD students in interdisciplinary research projects, providing training and building technical capacity.
The new Northwestern University Center for Cancer Nanotechnology Excellence will use nucleic-acid-based nanoconstructs called Spherical Nucleic Acids (SNAs) to discover new aspects of cancer biology and create effective cancer treatment options. SNAs are nontoxic to humans, offering a versatile tool in medicine.
Scientists at UEA have discovered a way to switch the structure of DNA using copper salts and EDTA, enabling potential applications in nanotechnology and DNA-based computing. This breakthrough could also be used for detecting toxic copper cations in water.
New studies establish a framework for nanoinformatics by standardizing the way nanotechnology data are curated. This will enable future studies to combine multiple datasets to explore complex questions. The research also proposes a new, standardized way of studying the properties of nanomaterials using functional assays.
A new study using bionic liver micro-organs explains the off-target toxicity of acetaminophen, a breakthrough that could transform drug development. The device detected small changes in cellular respiration, revealing a faster and lower-dose mechanism than previously thought.
A new method using nanotechnology-based paper pages can eliminate water-borne bacteria, making drinking water safe for millions. The Drinkable Book, developed by Dr. Theresa Dankovich, uses metal nanoparticles to purify up to 26 gallons of water per page.
Researchers developed a simple electrochemical approach to create intentionally defective graphene, altering its properties. By varying voltage, they controlled the thickness, flake area, and number of defects in graphene.
Researchers at Berkeley Lab developed a new technique called SINGLE that provides 3D images of individual platinum nanoparticles in solution. This allows for the study of their structures and properties, which is crucial for applications in renewable energy, catalysis, and more.
Researchers found that nanoparticles release nitric oxide to kill Proprionobacterium acnes bacteria and inhibit inflammation. This approach may lead to better treatment options for acne and other inflammatory skin conditions.
NC State engineers have created an effective and environmentally benign method to combat bacteria using silver-ion infused lignin nanoparticles, which effectively kill E. coli and other harmful microorganisms without harming the environment.
Researchers have created and controlled surface plasmon wakes of light-like waves on a metallic surface, demonstrating a new technology with potential applications in nanotechnology and optics. The discovery uses a faster-than-light running wave of charge along a metamaterial to create and steer the wakes.
A new study proposes a novel nanotechnology-based strategy to enhance water diffusion through sanitation filters using phonon oscillations, resulting in three times the efficiency of water transport. Crowdsourced computing played a crucial role in this project, with over 150,000 volunteers contributing their computing power.
The National Nanotechnology Coordination Office (NNCO) has published a workshop report and launched a web portal on nanosensors, addressing challenges in sensor development and commercialization. The NSI Sensors web portal provides information on funding agencies, facilities, regulatory guidance, and standards.
The university will create a new generation of tools to develop novel architectures combining hard and soft materials for electronics and biomedicine. The 4-D printer will use nanoscale technology to construct devices for research in chemistry, materials sciences, and U.S. defense-related areas.
A team of scientists has developed a new method to visualize the growth of complex self-assembled nanostructures in liquids, enabling detailed understanding of their formation. This breakthrough will facilitate future advances in nanotechnology.
Abelardo Colon and Jennifer Gill from the University of Puerto Rico won the top honors with their video explaining a new method for disinfecting drinking water using a nanodiamond powder. The process has promising results, reducing fecal E. coli colonies and increasing density.
Researchers have developed a nanotechnology that promises to make SERS simpler and more affordable, enabling the detection of trace amounts of molecules in various fields. The universal substrate can trap a wide range of wavelengths, reducing the need for different substrates and increasing the efficiency of sensing techniques.
The researcher will lead a collaboration to develop nanotechnology-based therapeutic platforms that can treat biofilm infection in chronic wounds. The goal is to create minimally invasive treatments with fast recovery times and fewer side effects.
The $1.6-million gift enables world-changing research in lung diseases and quantum computing through collaboration between the University of Waterloo and Technion-Israel Institute of Technology. Researchers aim to develop targeted drug delivery systems for pulmonary diseases and advance quantum information science.
The study demonstrates the use of DNA nanotechnology to position arrays of hundreds of identical silver clusters with tunable fluorescent properties. This approach enables controlled assembly of photonic arrays, opening up new possibilities for sensing and imaging applications.
Scientists discovered that surface oxidation significantly impacts thermal conductivity in silicon nanostructures, allowing for a huge reduction of heat conduction. Removing native oxide improves thermal conductivity, while successive re-oxidation lowers it again.
Scientists at CHOP use biodegradable nanoparticles to deliver anticancer drugs selectively to tumors, inhibiting growth and prolonging survival in animal models. The approach exploits the EPR effect, allowing for efficient delivery while avoiding toxicity in healthy tissues.
Scientists have identified a small RNA molecule called miR-182 that can suppress cancer-causing genes in mice with glioblastoma, a deadly type of brain tumor. The new method uses nanotechnology to deliver the microRNA across the blood-brain barrier, targeting multiple oncogenes at once and increasing cancer cell death.
Researchers at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre successfully converted microbubble technology into nanoparticles that retain their imaging properties. The discovery has the potential to enhance drug delivery, prolong tumour visualization, and improve cancer treatment precision.
Researchers at Northwestern University have successfully increased molybdenum disulfide's light emission by twelve times by combining nanotechnology, materials science, and plasmonics. This breakthrough enables the material to be used in light emitting diode technologies and has potential applications in solar cells and photodetectors.
The National Nanotechnology Initiative (NNI) has published a report assessing the status of environmental, health, and safety (EHS) risk science in nanotechnology. Stakeholders identified four key areas for improvement: communication resources, decision tools, data resources, and standards and guidance resources.
The National Nanotechnology Initiative has published a report on the commercialization of carbon nanotubes, outlining common themes and potential future research priorities. The report identifies the need for increased efforts in manufacturing, quality control, and scale-up to produce CNT-based bulk materials with improved properties.
The National Nanotechnology Initiative (NNI) has received a $1.5 billion budget for Fiscal Year 2016, with a focus on accelerating the transition of nanotechnology-based discoveries from lab to market.