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Under Magnetic Force, Nanoparticles May Deliver Gene Therapy

After binding DNA segments to tiny iron-containing spheres called nanoparticles, researchers have used magnetic fields to direct the nanoparticles into arterial muscle cells, where the DNA could have a therapeutic effect...

1 Aug 2007

Graphene Sensors Can Detect Single Molecules of Toxic Gas

Researchers at the University of Manchester have used the world’s thinnest material to create sensors that can detect just a single molecule of a toxic gas. The development of graphene-based devices – whic...

31 Jul 2007

Does EPA Have an Adequate Strategy to Oversee Nanotechnologies?

Does the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have an adequate strategy to ensure that nanotechnology is being safely commercialized? Can it get needed information through a proposed program where companies voluntarily ...

31 Jul 2007

Nissan Develops New Nano-Technology Catalyst Using Half Conventional Systems’ Precious Metals

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd has developed as part of the Renault-Nissan Alliance a new catalyst for petrol cars that uses only half the precious metal components versus conventional catalyst currently available, and will launc...

30 Jul 2007

Nalco and Keystone Nano Announce Joint Nanotechnology Development Venture

Nalco and Keystone Nano, a nanotechnology development company in State College, Pennsylvania, have formed a joint venture company, NanoSpecialties, LLC. The venture will conduct research and development of nanotechnology...

30 Jul 2007

NanoWaste Needs Attention of EPA, Industry and Investors

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) must make key decisions about how to apply the two major end-of-life statutes to nanotechnology waste in order to ensure adequate oversight for these technologies, concludes a ne...

From Project on Emerging Nanotechnologies 26 Jul 2007

Nanoscale Dots Target and Track Apoptosis

Apoptosis, or programmed cell death, is a hallmark effect triggered by effective anticancer drugs. Now, researchers in Korea have developed a biocompatible, fluorescent nanoparticle that could provide an early sign that ...

25 Jul 2007

US Navy Begins Use of Industrial Nanotech Patented Product for Lead Abatement

Industrial Nanotech, Inc., an emerging global leader in nanotechnology, announced today the use of the Company’s nanotechnology based coating on US Navy buildings for lead abatement. Nansulate LDX is the Company&rs...

25 Jul 2007

US Environmental Protection Agency Establish Position on Nanoscale Materials

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency released its current thinking on whether a nanoscale material is a new or existing chemical substance under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). In the document, TSCA Inventor...

From Project on Emerging Nanotechnologies 13 Jul 2007

EPA Invites Public Comment on Design of Nanotechnology Stewardship Program

In its continuing efforts to better understand the potential risks and benefits of nanotechnology, EPA is inviting the public to comment on the agency's proposed approach to developing a Nanoscale Materials Stewardsh...

12 Jul 2007