A new generation of dental restorative materials is being developed thanks to advancements in nanotechnology.
By Sarah Moore
3 Feb 2020
Back in 2014, a team of researchers from the University of Lausanne, Switzerland, uncovered the exact underlying mechanisms that allow nanoparticles to detect fingerprints.
By Sarah Moore
3 Feb 2020
Nanotechnology has seen a boom in recent years as scientists continue to develop its use in an increasing number of applications.
By Sarah Moore
3 Feb 2020
Recent years have seen nanotechnology applications emerging as a promising area of cancer research and cancer treatment.
By Sarah Moore
3 Feb 2020
Non-destructive testing (NDT) is the name given to the family of techniques that can investigate materials or components without damaging them or impairing their function.
By Sarah Moore
3 Feb 2020
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