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Nanoporous, Nanofiber, and Nanowire-Based Materials

In the last 10 years, there has been a great increase in synthesis, characterization, and application of innovative porous materials for catalysis, separation, and sensors.

3 Mar 2004

Understanding & Acknowledging the Risks Associated with Nanotechnology

There are legal, ethical, policy, and social problems that have to be taken into account if the prospective advantages of nanotechnology are to be accomplished safely and effectively.

21 Aug 2009

Applications and Key Driving Factors Behind Nanotechnology Advancement

Nanotechnology is generally considered as one of the most significant sources of novel technology, and its advancement will have an impact on a wide range of end-users and industries.

30 Aug 2009

Nanotechnology Advancement in Aerospace and Defense Industries

The US believes that nanotechnology development is important for maintaining its hold in national defense, specifically with respect to aerospace capabilities.

4 Mar 2004

Atomic Force Microscopes - Properties, Operation & Future Developments

The atomic force microscope (AFM), together with the scanning tunneling microscope (STM), was invented in 1986 by Binnig, Quate, and Gerber.

13 May 2004

Atomic-Scale Structure of Co-Mo-S Nanoclusters in Hydrodesulfurization Catalysis (HDS)

Hydrodesulfurization catalysis is connected to the presence of Co-Mo-S structures that comprise small WS2 or MoS2 clusters with promoter atoms, Ni or Co, placed at the edges.

28 Jun 2005

Commercial Applications of Nanotechnology - Materials, Composites, Coatings, & Textiles

Composite materials are extensively used, but they are being impacted by the addition of nanotechnology to production processes.

29 Oct 2004

What is Plasma Technology and What are its Applications?

Plasma technology is commonly used in many industries, including in the automotive, microelectronics, packaging and medical device industries.

By Brett Smith 27 Aug 2019

Nanotech Sensors - Is Smaller Always Better?

In a world of advanced data manipulation and analysis methods, the ability for sensors to create data points with high precision and accuracy has never been more important.

By Liam Critchley 27 Aug 2019