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NanoSight NTA System Used To Characterize Nanoparticles At NTNU's NanoLab Facility

NanoSight, leading manufacturers of unique nanoparticle characterization technology, reports on the characterization of nanoparticles at the NanoLab of the Norwegian University of Science & Technology, NTNU.

16 Oct 2012

Critically Needed Chemical Metrology Enabled By AFM-IR

Anasys Instruments reports on joint research with the University of Illinois' Department of Engineering where nanotechnology-based materials identification enables critically needed chemical metrology for nano-manufacturing.

16 Oct 2012

Study Results Shed Light on Nano-Cluster Formation of Ras at Cell Membrane

Bochum biophysicists in collaboration with the MPI Dortmund have for the first time measured the orientation of the Ras protein bound to the cell membrane. The RUB team combined the use of three biophysical methods - infrared spectroscopy, computer simulations and fluorescence measurements - and came to the surprising conclusion that two Ras molecules form a pair to take an upright position on the membrane.

16 Oct 2012

KYOCERA’s New Milling Cutters with MEGACOAT NANO Technology

Kyocera Industrial Ceramics Corporation, Cutting Tool Division recently introduced its new MEW M-Four and MFWN M-Six Milling Cutters, both featuring unique advantages and inserts with MEGACOAT NANO, Kyocera’s new proprietary coating technology for stable cutting and extended tool life.

16 Oct 2012

Novavax Begins Phase 1 Clinical Trial of Nanoparticle-Based RSV Vaccine Candidate

Novavax, today announced that enrollment has begun in a Phase 1 dose-ranging clinical trial of its respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine candidate in healthy adults 60 years of age and older.

From Novavax Inc. 16 Oct 2012

Nanotechnology-Based Delivery System for Sustained Release of Drugs

pSivida Corp., a leader in developing sustained release, drug delivery products for treatment of back-of-the-eye diseases, today announced that its President and CEO, Dr. Paul Ashton, will discuss “Cross Fertilization: Sustained Delivery and Nanotechnology in Ophthalmology” at an upcoming Formulation and Drug Delivery Committee Meeting of the Massachusetts Biotechnology Council on Wednesday, October 17.

From EyePoint Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 16 Oct 2012

Researchers Explore Interaction of Engineered Nanoparticles with Environment and Live Systems

Our understanding of the creation and use of nanomaterials is growing, but so much about our long-term relationship with their tiny component particles remains little understood.

16 Oct 2012

NSF Grant to Penn State to Invigorate Nanotechnology Workforce Development

Penn State will receive $4.2 million over the next three years from the National Science Foundation to continue the work of the National Nanotechnology Applications and Career Knowledge Network (NACK Network), founded at the University with a four-year grant from the NSF in 2008.

16 Oct 2012

New Magnetic Nanoparticle-Based Tool to Quantitatively Explore Cell Behavior

Using clusters of tiny magnetic particles about 1,000 times smaller than the width of a human hair, researchers from the UCLA Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science have shown that they can manipulate how thousands of cells divide, morph and develop finger-like extensions.

From University of California, Los Angeles 16 Oct 2012

New Carbon Nanotube Straightening Techniques to Fabricate Stronger Composites

Researchers from North Carolina State University have developed new techniques for stretching carbon nanotubes (CNT) and using them to create carbon composites that can be used as stronger, lighter materials in everything from airplanes to bicycles.

From North Carolina State University 16 Oct 2012

Synopsys Teams Up with TSMC on 20 nm Process Technology

Synopsys, a global leader accelerating innovation in the design, verification and manufacture of chips and systems, today announced 20-nanometer (nm) process technology support for the TSMC 20nm Reference flow. This includes Synopsys® Galaxy™ Implementation Platform support for the latest TSMC 20nm design rules and models.

From Synopsys, Inc. 16 Oct 2012

Major Semiconductor Company Places Order for n&k Gemini for EUV Photomask Measurements

n&k Technology Incorporated, a manufacturer of state-of-the-art OCD/scatterometry and thin film metrology systems, today announced that a major semiconductor company in the US has ordered the n&k Gemini for measurements of EUV photomasks.

16 Oct 2012

New Research Report on Global MEMS Market

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global MEMS Market 2011-2015" report to their offering.

From Research and Markets 16 Oct 2012

Oxford Instruments FlexAL ALD System Chosen By Chalmers University

Oxford Instruments, one of the world’s key manufacturers of plasma etch and deposition systems, is pleased to announce that it has been chosen by Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden to supply a FlexAL ALD system for installation in their state of the art cleanroom.

16 Oct 2012

Nano Job Fair Scheduled By UAlbany CNSE

Further expanding its high-tech workforce in support of Governor Andrew Cuomo’s leadership in building a world-class nanotechnology industry in New York, the College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering (CNSE) of the University at Albany announced today that it will hold a Nano Job Fair on Wednesday, November 7 to assist in filling more than 300 current and future openings, to include a significant outreach to attract qualified women, veterans and minority candidates to apply for a growing number of exciting career opportunities.

16 Oct 2012