A research team at the Organic Polymer Chemistry Laboratory (CNRS/ Bordeaux 1 University/ Polytechnic Institute of Bordeaux) has succeeded in encapsulating nanovesicles inside slightly larger vesicles, paving the way for new options in terms of compartmentalized reactors, multiple encapsulation and vector administration through new delivery channels.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
2 Feb 2012
A research team from the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) of the Department of Energy has demonstrated that point defects in graphene are helpful in transferring atomic-scale data by integrating electrons with light, paving the way to develop quicker and compact electronic devices.
GT Advanced Technologies has introduced its DSS 450 MonoCast crystal growth system in the market.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
1 Feb 2012
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, a company specializing in RNAi therapeutics, has declared the issuance of a notice of allowance by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for the patent application number 12/813,448 that covers the company’s in-house second generation lipid nanoparticle platform and the MC3 lipid.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
1 Feb 2012
A research team led by Paul Alivisatos from the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) of the U.S. Department of Energy has developed a novel solution-based synthesis method to produce nanocrystals with superior optoelectronic properties.
A research team comprising Mohamed Saafi and David McGahon from the University of Strathclyde is using nanotechnology to develop an economical, eco-friendly smart paint capable of detecting tiny faults in bridges, mines and wind turbines well before the occurrence of structural damage.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
1 Feb 2012
Scientists from the Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) of the U.S. Department of Energy have demonstrated novel ways to substitute monosodium titanate (MST)’s micron-sized particles with nano-sized particles, thus improving the efficacy of the ion exchange material.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
1 Feb 2012
A theory describing the growth of a nanotube proposed by Boris Yakobson from Rice University has been corroborated experimentally by the Air Force Research Laboratory located in Dayton, Ohio.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
1 Feb 2012
JPK Instruments, a world-leading manufacturer of nanoanalytic instrumentation for research in life sciences and soft matter, reports on the research of Dr Clemens Franz at the DFG-Center for Functional Nanostructures in Karlsruhe.
A research team led by Junichiro Kono from Rice University has developed a powerful terahertz polarizer utilizing carbon nanotubes as the crucial component, paving the way to develop advanced non-invasive medical imaging solutions, communication and security devices, and sensors.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
31 Jan 2012
Integrated Device Technology has introduced first-of-its-kind multi-output, low-power PLL clock generators that utilize the company’s patented piezoelectric MEMS (pMEMS) technology.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
31 Jan 2012
Research and Markets has declared the inclusion of a market report titled ‘Nanotechnology in Drug Delivery 2011-2021’ to its offering.
A research team comprising Keith P. Johnston, Thomas M. Truskett and Jennifer Maynard from the Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin has developed a novel protein formulation strategy to develop advanced drug delivery systems for treating arthritis, cancer and infectious diseases easily, efficiently and safely.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
31 Jan 2012
Research and Markets now offers a new book titled ‘Life at the Nanoscale: Atomic Force Microscopy of Live Cells.’
A new firm named nanoRETE has been established to design and market nanoparticle-based handheld biosensors to determine a variety of threats, including tuberculosis, anthrax, salmonella and E. coli.
By Dr. Cameron Chai
31 Jan 2012