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Novel Nanotechnology Holds Hope for Treatment of Pediatric Leukemia

Nanotechnology developed by Delaware scientists could potentially deliver chemotherapy to children in a way that attacks cancer cells without harming healthy cells, greatly reducing side effects.

5 Dec 2012

Organic Metamaterial Demonstrates Mechanical Meta-Properties

A bit reminiscent of the Terminator T-1000, a new material created by Cornell researchers is so soft that it can flow like a liquid and then, strangely, return to its original shape.

5 Dec 2012

CelluForce Will Participate in Brazil-Canada Nanotechnology Workshop in Sao Paulo

CelluForce, the world leader in the commercial development of NanoCrystalline Cellulose (NCC), is participating in the first Brazil-Canada workshop on nanotechnology in Sao Paulo, Brazil on Thursday, December 6, 2012.

From CelluForce Inc. 5 Dec 2012

Smithers Rapra Publishes Third Volume of Advances in Nanofibre Research

In the first two volumes of the "Advances in Nanofibre Research" series, published by Smithers Rapra, it was shown that submicron-sized and nanofibres can be prepared from a polymer solution by means of electro...

4 Dec 2012

Dr. Rosei Honored as AAAS Fellow for Advances in Nanotechnology

In recognition of his meritorious efforts to advance science, Professor Federico Rosei, Director of the INRS Energy Materials Telecommunications Research Centre, was elected as a Fellow by his peers in the Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS).

4 Dec 2012

New Report on Global Markets and Applications for New and High Impact Nanomaterials

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Markets and Applications for New and High Impact Nanomaterials to 2020" report to their offering.

From Research and Markets 4 Dec 2012

ARPA-E Awards for Electrochromic Windows with Nanocrystal Films to Enhance Energy Efficiency

Two Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) research projects were awarded grants by the Department of Energy’s Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) to advance energy technologies. The two grants total nearly $5 million.

From Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory 4 Dec 2012

Nano-Engineered Polymer Matrix in FIPEL Lights Convert Charge into Light

Say goodbye to that annoying buzz created by overhead fluorescent light bulbs in your office. Scientists at Wake Forest University have developed a flicker-free, shatterproof alternative for large-scale lighting.

3 Dec 2012

Genisphere, LIMR Partner to Develop Cancer Nanotherapies

Genisphere and the nonprofit Lankenau Institute for Medical Research (LIMR), which are already making progress together on identifying Inflammatory Bowel Disease biomarkers, have partnered to develop nanotherapeutics targeting cancers and eye diseases.

3 Dec 2012

Nanofiber Synthetic Scaffolds Used in Successful Laryngotracheal Implants

With headlines filled with global turmoil, it is always refreshing to see that, within the realm of biomedical research, national boundaries are being successfully transcended, paving the way for a truly worldwide effort to improve lives.

3 Dec 2012