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Researchers Chemically Disguise RNAi Drugs to Enter Cells

Small pieces of synthetic RNA trigger a RNA interference (RNAi) response that holds great therapeutic potential to treat a number of diseases, especially cancer and pandemic viruses. The problem is delivery -- it is extremely difficult to get RNAi drugs inside the cells in which they are needed. To overcome this hurdle, researchers at University of California, San Diego School of Medicine have developed a way to chemically disguise RNAi drugs so that they are able to enter cells. Once inside, cellular machinery converts these disguised drug precursors -- called siRNNs -- into active RNAi drugs. The technique will publish Nov. 17 in Nature Biotechnology.

18 Nov 2014

Genetic-Based NanoFlare Technology Can Detect Live Cancer Cells in the Bloodstream

Metastasis is bad news for cancer patients. Northwestern University scientists now have demonstrated a simple but powerful tool that can detect live cancer cells in the bloodstream, potentially long before the cells could settle somewhere in the body and form a dangerous tumor.

18 Nov 2014

Enrollment Begins for Phase 2 Clinical Trial of Novavax’ Seasonal Influenza VLP

Novavax, Inc., a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of recombinant nanoparticle vaccines and adjuvants, today announced that enrollment has begun in a Phase 2 clinical trial of its recombinant quadrivalent seasonal influenza virus-like particle (VLP) vaccine candidate (Seasonal Influenza VLP).

From Novavax Inc. 18 Nov 2014

Southampton Researchers Develop New Technique to Produce More Reliable, Robust Next Generation Photonic Chips

Researchers from the University of Southampton have developed a new technique to help produce more reliable and robust next generation photonic chips.

18 Nov 2014

Scientists Develop Nanolamp with Integrated Transistor Control and Lightning-Fast Switch

A team of researchers from the Max Planck Institute for Solid State Research, the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, and the Max Planck EPFL Center have collaborated to develop a nanolamp with integrated transistor control. The nanolamp is a light source that uses a single molecule to convert an electrical voltage pulse into a pulse of light.

By Stuart Milne 18 Nov 2014

New Macromolecular Femtosecond X-ray Crystallography at SLAC to Solve 3-D Structures of Proteins

A planned experimental station at the Department of Energy's SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory will expand capabilities for atomic-scale explorations in human health, biology, energy and environmental science using one of the brightest X-ray sources on the planet.

17 Nov 2014

BCC Research Releases Study on Thin-Film Sensors Industry

Thin-film sensors are a segment of the thin-film industry that has been characterized by very steady growth during the past 30 years, driven by miniaturization trends within the electronics industry, the availability of advanced processes and the evolution of nanotechnology.

17 Nov 2014

Student Research on Gold Nanostructures Wins Top Honors at Siemens Competition

Months of dedication and hard work in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) paid off tonight for three students named National Finalists in the Siemens Competition in Math, Science & Technology, the nation’s premier research competition for high school students.

17 Nov 2014

New Report on Innovations in Nanomanufacturing

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Innovations in Nanomanufacturing (Technical Insights)" report to their offering.

From Research and Markets 17 Nov 2014

Qualtré Launches Single Axis BAW MEMS Gyros with Superior Shock and Vibration Immunity

Qualtré, Inc introduced today the QGYR110Hx BAW MEMS gyroscopes, single-axis angular rate (rotational) sensors designed for harsh environments. Based on Qualtré’s patented Bulk Acoustic Wave (BAW) MEMS technology, the new gyros are manufactured using a highly versatile and scalable High Aspect-Ratio Poly and Single-crystalline Silicon (HARPSS™) fabrication process, which allows an unprecedented combination of robustness, performance, and size advantages over conventional MEMS tuning-fork gyroscopes.

17 Nov 2014

Johns Hopkins Greenberg Bladder Cancer Institute Awards Grant to Develop Nanoparticles to Deliver Chemotherapy Drugs

A urine-based test for early detection and monitoring of bladder cancer and a plan to develop nanoparticles to deliver chemotherapy drugs to bladder tissue are among the first round of projects awarded research grants by the Johns Hopkins Greenberg Bladder Cancer Institute.

17 Nov 2014

Michell Offers Comprehensive Range of Humidity Calibration Instruments for Pharmaceutical Production

Michell Instruments not only produce a comprehensive range of humidity calibration instruments and equipment, the company’s world-wide network of application engineers offer support and training in this complex field, which ensures that pharmaceutical companies get the best value for money from their investment.

17 Nov 2014

Canatu Qualifies TouchTurns as Official Partner for Producing CNB Film Based Touch Sensors

Canatu, a leading manufacturer of zero reflectance and flexible transparent conductive films and touch sensors, starts cooperation with TouchTurns, a designer and manufacturer of multi-touch sensors and touch modules, to deliver high contrast touch modules for a wide range of consumer electronics, industrial, medical, and automotive applications targeted at the US display markets.

From Canatu 17 Nov 2014

XENON to Demonstrate S-2300 Dual Stage Sintering System at Printed Electronics USA

XENON Corporation, world leader in Pulsed Light solutions, has announced it will be demonstrating its new S-2300 Dual Stage Sintering System at Printed Electronics USA in Santa Clara, California this November 19 and 20.

From Xenon Corporation 17 Nov 2014

Electro Scientific Industries Inks Acquisition Deal for Wuhan Topwin Optoelectronics Technology

Electro Scientific Industries, Inc., the premier source for innovative laser-based manufacturing solutions for the microtechnology industry, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Wuhan Topwin Optoelectronics Technology Co., Ltd. (Topwin).

14 Nov 2014

Nanotechnology News

Researchers Chemically Disguise RNAi Drugs to Enter Cells

Genetic-Based NanoFlare Technology Can Detect Live Cancer Cells in the Bloodstream

Enrollment Begins for Phase 2 Clinical Trial of Novavax’ Seasonal Influenza VLP

Southampton Researchers Develop New Technique to Produce More Reliable, Robust Next Generation Photonic Chips

Scientists Develop Nanolamp with Integrated Transistor Control and Lightning-Fast Switch

New Macromolecular Femtosecond X-ray Crystallography at SLAC to Solve 3-D Structures of Proteins

BCC Research Releases Study on Thin-Film Sensors Industry

Student Research on Gold Nanostructures Wins Top Honors at Siemens Competition

New Report on Innovations in Nanomanufacturing

Qualtré Launches Single Axis BAW MEMS Gyros with Superior Shock and Vibration Immunity

Johns Hopkins Greenberg Bladder Cancer Institute Awards Grant to Develop Nanoparticles to Deliver Chemotherapy Drugs

Michell Offers Comprehensive Range of Humidity Calibration Instruments for Pharmaceutical Production

Canatu Qualifies TouchTurns as Official Partner for Producing CNB Film Based Touch Sensors

XENON to Demonstrate S-2300 Dual Stage Sintering System at Printed Electronics USA

Electro Scientific Industries Inks Acquisition Deal for Wuhan Topwin Optoelectronics Technology

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