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Imperfections in 2D Materials Lead to Nanoscale Magnets

According to a new theory by Rice University scientists, imperfections in certain two-dimensional materials create the conditions by which nanoscale magnetic fields arise.

15 Nov 2013

FibeRio Technology Exhibit New Nanofiber Filtration Media at INDA Filtration 2013

FibeRio Technology Corporation – The Force For Nanofibers – has introduced MERV 15 and HEPA grade nanofiber filtration media from Forcespinning® technology that it is displaying in its booth at the INDA Filtration 2013 tradeshow.

14 Nov 2013

Nano-Magnesium Hydroxide May Help Remove Diluted Rare Earth Elements from Wastewater

As Green Technology Solutions Inc. and electronic-waste export partner Chilerecicla begin extracting rare earths and other materials from waste, a new technology in the Far East could open up new revenue streams.

14 Nov 2013

Nano Labs Develops Next-Generation Nano Coatings for Corrosion Protection

Nano Labs Corp. (“Nano Labs” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce the development of a next-generation nano coatings specifically designed for corrosion protection.

14 Nov 2013

SUNY CNSE Hosts Hundreds of Students for NanoCareer Day Program

In accordance with Governor Andrew Cuomo’s educational blueprint to prepare students for New York’s growing nanotechnology economy, the SUNY College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering (CNSE) hosted hundreds of students from across the state for its popular NanoCareer Day program on Wednesday, November 13.

From College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering, University at Albany 14 Nov 2013

BASF to Highlight Advanced MOF Solutions for Transportation Industry at NGV Conference

BASF will showcase its advanced metal organic framework (MOF) solutions for the transportation industry at the 2013 North American Natural Gas Vehicle (NGV) Conference & Expo , taking place Nov. 18-21 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia.

From BASF 14 Nov 2013

Duke’s Center for Environmental Implications of NanoTechnology Receives $15 M Grant Renewal

The nanomaterials revolution has made exceedingly tiny engineered particles a hot commodity, used in products from clothing to sunscreen to electronics. But the very properties that make them so useful -- vanishingly small size and high surface area—may have unintended consequences as they enter living organisms and the environment.

From Duke University - Fitzpatrick Center for Photonics 13 Nov 2013

Nematic Liquid Crystal Forms Ring Defect Pattern and Directs Nanoparticles

An interdisciplinary team of University of Pennsylvania researchers has already developed a technique for controlling liquid crystals by means of physical templates and elastic energy, rather than the electromagnetic fields that manipulate them in televisions and computer monitors. They envision using this technique to direct the assembly of other materials, such as nanoparticles.

13 Nov 2013

EPFL Provides Experimental Evidence of Superfluidity at the Nanoscale

Scientists at EPFL have provided the first experimental evidence of superfluidity at the nanoscale, shedding light on the fundamental basis of the phenomenon.

13 Nov 2013

Bacteria Shuttles Electrons Along Nanowires

Tiny electrical wires protrude from some bacteria and contribute to rock and dirt formation. Researchers studying the protein that makes up one such wire have determined the protein's structure. The finding is important to such diverse fields as producing energy, recycling Earth's carbon and miniaturizing computers.

13 Nov 2013