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Nanomaterials That Can Safeguard Against Destructive Lasers

Assistant Professor Jayan Thomas from the University of Central Florida has synthesized a new nanomaterial which has the potential to safeguard sensitive equipment and pilots from destructive lasers.

31 Aug 2012

Laser Shock-Induced Shaping Technology Tunes Nanowires

Researchers at the Purdue University have developed a novel "nano machine shop" that can be used for shaping ultrathin films and nanowires.

30 Aug 2012

New Method to Measure Catalytical Reactions of Single Nanoparticles

A Biodesign Institute researcher at the Arizona State University, Nongjian Tao has discovered a novel method of measuring the catalytical reactions of single nanoparticles. Effective nanoparticle catalysts are required to carry out many vital functions.

From Arizona State University 29 Aug 2012

mPhase Endeavors to Develop Rechargeable Version of Smart NanoBattery

mPhase Technologies has announced that it is investigating potential ways to make its Smart NanoBattery rechargeable.

From MyPebble 27 Aug 2012

Nano-Scaled Crystal Linkers Join Un-Joinable Silicone and Teflon

Researchers at the Kiel University have developed a new technology that can join Teflon and silicone. Passive nano-scaled crystal linkers are employed as staples to join these two “un-joinable materials”.

27 Aug 2012

MIT Researchers Develop Stable Nanocrystalline Metals

Most metals, irrespective of their application, are composed of crystals or orderly, repetitive arrangements of molecules. The performance of the metals is largely determined by the size of the crystals.

From Massachusetts Institute of Technology 27 Aug 2012

Synthesis of Inorganic Nanocrystals Paves Way to Design Highly Stable Solar Panels

The poor durability of light absorbing materials is one of the reasons that hinder the wide adoption of solar energy because they often degrade or overheat over time. To address these challenges, a research team comprising Dr. Mikhail Zamkov of Bowling Green State University and colleagues has developed a technique to produce two inorganic nanocrystals that demonstrate better durability when compared to organic materials.

24 Aug 2012

Researchers Quantify Health Impact of Nanofibers

Researchers at University of Edinburgh have quantified the health impact of nanofibers, paving the way to reduce health risks faced by people working with these small fibers utilized in manufacturing industries.

24 Aug 2012

MIT Researchers Produce Electronic Components from Graphene-Like Molybdenum Disulfide

The discovery of graphene, a material just one atom thick and
possessing exceptional strength and other novel properties, started an
avalanche of research around its use for everything from electronics to
optics to structural materials. But new research suggests that was just
the beginning: A whole family of two-dimensional materials may open up
even broader possibilities for applications that could change many
aspects of modern life.

From Massachusetts Institute of Technology 23 Aug 2012

University of Limerick Researchers Apply Nanotechnology to Develop Large Scale Solar Power Solution

Research led by the Materials and Surface Science Institute (MSSI) at the University of Limerick has developed a cost effective solution to generate innovative solar energy conversion materials.

23 Aug 2012