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Book Discusses Science and Applications of Carbon Nanomaterials

Research and Markets has included a new book titled ‘Advances in Carbon Nanomaterials: Science and Applications’ to its database.

2 Mar 2012

Metamaterial Can Make High-Power Electromagnetism Systems Safer

Electromagnetism consists of electric and magnetic fields. Sources of alternating current produce these fields.

2 Mar 2012

Study Findings Help Advance Safe Implementation of Nanotechnology

The findings of research studies conducted at the lab of James E. Hutchison from the University of Oregon utilizing small-angle X-ray scattering and high-precision microscopy techniques will be helpful in using green chemistry in nanotechnology in order to improve efficiency and yield, and significantly decrease waste and risk to environment and human health.

1 Mar 2012

Asian Research Network-A Collaborative Venture for Nanotechnology

An Asian Research Network (ARN) has been formed by the Hanyang University of Korea and RIKEN of Japan in collaboration with other institutes and universities in Asia. This network has been launched to reinforce a strong education and research collaboration throughout Asia.

29 Feb 2012

Goldwin Produces Motorcycle and Bicycle Gloves Using Teijin’s Polyester Nanofiber

Teijin Fibers, the flagship company of the polyester fibers business of Teijin Group, has announced that its 700-nm-thick high-strength polyester nanofiber called Nanofront has been used by Goldwin, a Japanese manufacturer of sport apparel, for producing the palms of motorcycle and bicycle gloves.

29 Feb 2012

Twisted Graphene Nanoribbons Yield Carbon Nanotubes

Scientists from Harvard University, US and the NanoScience Center from the University of Jyväskylä, Finland have identified a new method for producing nanomaterials. The research has been funded by the Academy of Finland.

28 Feb 2012

Researchers Demonstrate First Physical Metatronic Circuit Using Nanotechnology

A research team led by Nader Engheta from the University of Pennsylvania is working on ways to use light in place of electricity. The team has developed the first physical illustration of ‘lumped’ optical circuit elements using nanotechnology.

27 Feb 2012

Researchers Develop Tunable Color Filter by Engineering Metal Nanoparticles

A research team comprising Kenneth Crozier and colleagues from the Harvard University has developed a novel tunable color filter, which utilizes optical nanoantennas for accurately controlling color output.

27 Feb 2012

Researcher Receives Grant to Treat Ovarian Cancer Using Nanoparticle-Based Technology

Dr. Robert C. Bast, Jr. from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center has received a grant from the National Foundation for Cancer Research to detect early-stage ovarian cancer using Senior Scientifics’ novel technology.

27 Feb 2012