Molybdenum disulfide (MoS2) is a two-dimensional (2D) nanostructured material that has been used for many years as an industrial lubricant in its bulk form. The 2D form of the material was not discovered until 2011, when scientists succeeded in producing a transistor made from this new material.
By Will Soutter
3 Jan 2013
Nanotechnology has been heralded as a new industrial revolution - as in the 18th and 19th centuries, nanotech has the potential to bring about drastic changes in the agricultural industry. The development of new nanotech-based tools and equipment may help to increase efficiency and overcome challenges faced by the agricultural industry.
By Will Soutter
2 Jan 2013
Solid lipid nanoparticles (SLNs) serve as an alternative carrier system for traditional colloidal carriers like polymeric microparticles, nanoparticles, liposomes and emulsions. SLNs act as a new colloidal drug carrier for intravenous applications.
By Will Soutter
20 Dec 2012
Nanopollution is a growing issue - we are already releasing a large amount of nanomaterials into the environment, and we do not have a strong idea how many of them will impact human health. Research is progressing rapidly, and hopefully we will build a picture of which materials need particular care and attention, and develop methods of dealing with them, before too much damage is done.
By Will Soutter
18 Dec 2012
For years, there has been a growing demand for materials that are lightweight with high strength. Metal matrix nanocomposites are often better in these areas than pure metals or alloys, and CNTs are an increasingly popular composite material.
Researchers are paying more and more attention to graphene derived materials which may be just as revolutionary as graphene itself.
By Will Soutter
12 Dec 2012
Nanocellulose is a light solid substance obtained from plant matter and comprises nanosized cellulose fibrils.
By Will Soutter
10 Dec 2012
The demand for smaller devices with better performance has driven the development of carbon nanotube-based chips, which open up exciting possibilities for the semiconductor industry.
Laser Scanning Confocal Microscopy (LSM or LSCM) and Scanning Near-Field Optical Microscopy (SNOM) are the two optical microscopy techniques used to break the diffraction limit of resolution. Both techniques are looked at here, as well as the benefits and ongoing history of optical microscopy.
By Will Soutter
21 Nov 2012
Nanotechnology is being used in more and more consumer products - despite environmental concerns, clothing is currently one of the biggest areas of expansion.
By Will Soutter
16 Nov 2012