The detection and use of latent fingerprints have been part of the bedrock of forensic science since the 19th century.
By Brett Smith
24 Jan 2020
The use of nanoparticles to enhance clothing is not a new development. Starting in the mid-2000s, many garment manufacturers began integrating silver nanoparticles with antimicrobial qualities into their products. More recently, major advancements have been made in self-cleaning fabrics that make use of nanoparticles.
By Brett Smith
23 Jan 2020
Developing an effective and robust system for deepening our understanding of the characteristics of the tissue, structure, mechanical properties and organization of bone at the level of the nanoscale, as well as for expanding our understanding of bone interactions at this scale, is imperative for advancing medical techniques for treating bone-related disorders.
By Sarah Moore
20 Jan 2020
Nanotube fibers are a mixture of yarns possessing impressive thermal, chemical, and electrical properties. The yarn holds carbon nanotube fibers, which wrap several electrical charges. These yarn fabrics can also semi-conduct, or super-conduct electrical charges; and, the fibers may be either single or multi-walled nanotubes
By Sydney Luntz
20 Jan 2020
A catalytic converter reduces the toxicity of nanoparticles released by petroleum-based engines. In January 2018, researchers from the University of Technology in Tampere, Finland, took atmospheric measurements near traffic.
By John Allen
16 Jan 2020
The carbon footprint of the chemical industry is huge; in the UK alone direct emissions from the sector accounted for 11.2m tonnes of CO2 - 10m tonnes from burning fuel and 1.2m tonnes from chemical processes, producing greenhouse gases as a by-product.
By Kerry Taylor-Smith
16 Jan 2020
The development of agriculture is essential due to the rapid growth in population, creating a demand for food. Sustainable growth of the agricultural system using new and innovative techniques such as nanotechnology, brings positive increases in agricultural produce.
By Priyom Bose, PhD
16 Jan 2020
In the global energy market, hydrocarbons have been the principal source of energy supply. Global energy demand has increased significantly over the last few decades, but the discovery of new oil and gas resources is diminishing constantly.
By Priyom Bose, PhD
16 Jan 2020
A borehole is a narrow shaft drilled into the ground, either vertically or horizontally. It is constructed for different purposes, such as the extraction of water, petroleum, and gases, etc.
By Priyom Bose, PhD
16 Jan 2020
Nano-alloy is a broad term used to describe two, or sometimes multiple component nanoparticles, made of atomic species that are metals. A nano-alloy can be what is referred to as a very small “cluster”, containing only a few atoms, or a large nanoparticle with a diameter of a few hundred nanometers.
By Stephen Edgar
15 Jan 2020