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Researchers Observe Growth of Free Nanoparticles in Helium Gas

Researchers from the University of Leicester and G2ELab-CNRS have observed the manner in which free nanoparticles grow in helium gas which improves our understanding of the structure of nanoparticles.

23 Jul 2015

Carbon Ion Implantation Technique Allows Direct Synthesis of Wafer-Scale Graphene in Silicon Microelectronics

A team of researchers from Korea University, Seoul, has developed an easy and scalable technique for growing graphene, and have synthetically produced high-quality, multi-layer, wafer-scale graphene on silicon substrates. This latest breakthrough paves the way for using graphene in silicon microelectronics on a commercial scale.

23 Jul 2015

NanoCampers Visit the University of Cincinnati

A group of NanoCampers recently visited the University of Cincinnati campus as part of a collaboration between UC and the Cincinnati Museum Center.

23 Jul 2015

Industrial Nanotech Develops MicroProtect Ultra Thin Thermal Insulation Film for Electronic Devices

Industrial Nanotech, Inc., a global leader in nanotechnology based energy saving solutions, today announced that the Company has developed an ultra thin high performance thermal insulation film called MicroProtect™ for use on the interior of personal electronic devices including laptop computers and cellular phones.

From Industrial Nanotech, Inc. 22 Jul 2015

Novel Method Utilizes Nanoparticles and UV Light to Isolate, Extract Contaminants

Many human-made pollutants in the environment resist degradation through natural processes, and disrupt hormonal and other systems in mammals and other animals. Removing these toxic materials — which include pesticides and endocrine disruptors such as bisphenol A (BPA) — with existing methods is often expensive and time-consuming.

22 Jul 2015

MIT Scholars Engaged in Nanomaterials Study for Drug Delivery, Biofuel Catalysts

From wet chemistry to computer simulations, this year's Materials Processing Center-Center for Materials Science and Engineering Summer Scholars are engaged in MIT research projects targeting stronger materials, more efficient drug delivery, and catalysts for biofuel production.

22 Jul 2015

Novel Method for Growing 'Hybrid' Crystals at Nanoscale

Researchers have developed an innovative technique that makes it possible to self-organize and customize complicated structures at the nanoscale. This breakthrough was facilitated through an international collaboration headed by IBM and the University of Cambridge. The study paves the way to customize material properties and functionalities for a variety of semiconductor device applications.

22 Jul 2015

Graphene Nanoribbons Could Replace Traditional Power Control Systems

University at Buffalo engineers have been awarded an $800,000 grant by the Office of Naval Research to create narrow strips of graphene called nanoribbons, which can be a probable solution for how power can be controlled in ships, smartphones and other electronic gadgets.

21 Jul 2015

Global Nanotechnology Industry Estimated to Reach US$ 75.8 Billion by 2020

Nanotechnology is a growing interdisciplinary technology that is often seen as a new industrial revolution. Nanotechnology is increasingly attracting worldwide attention owing to its wide range of end-uses. As nanotechnology is evolving, so is the scope for its commercial expansion.

21 Jul 2015

New Tier 1 Display Customer Places Order for VERTEX Physical Vapor Deposition System

Intevac, Inc., a leading supplier of thin-film deposition equipment, today announced that a new Tier 1 display customer has ordered a VERTEXTM Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) system. Scheduled to ship in the fourth quarter of 2015, this system will be used to provide enhanced scratch protection on mobile device displays, camera lenses, and glass covers.

21 Jul 2015