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Article - 22 Sep 2014

The future of power may be on the nanoscale. Scientist around the world are currently trying to solve some of the major issues associated with todays technology. Advancements in solar cells, batteries...

Molecular Sized Motors a Step Closer - New Technology

Article - 26 Mar 2004

A step towards building tiny motors on the scale of a molecule has been demonstrated by researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA). Posted...

Women in Graphene: A New Era of Possibilities

Article - 7 Feb 2023

AZoNano has collaborated with the Graphene Flagship to highlight two outstanding women innovating the field of graphene research.

What is Nanotechnology, What are the Nanoscale Dimensions and What are ‘Quantum Effects’?

Article - 25 Aug 2005

This article offers an understanding of what nanotechnology is all about by explaining how materials behave at nanoscale level. A definition of nanotechnology, an overview of the nanoscale dimensions,...

The Future of Nano-Robots in Industrial Clean-Up Applications and Drug Delivery

Article - 12 Aug 2021

Speedy nano-robots can exhibit promising performance in major industrial applications, from cleaning up the environment to transporting pharmaceutical agents to a desired location in the body.

Converting Plastic Waste into Carbon Nanotubes

Article - 14 Jan 2021

The conversion of plastic waste into higher-value products, namely, hydrogen and carbon nanotubes, is a novel approach to managing plastic waste.

3D Nano Structure Could Benefit Nanoelectronics and Gas Storage

Article - 17 Jul 2014

Nanoelectronics, composite materials and hydrogen fuel cells are just a few applications a new three dimensional porous nanostructure could make possible. Researchers from Rice University have made a...

Planetary Nanomedicine: Does the World Need a Global Artificial Photosynthesis Project?

Article - 1 Dec 2010

Many exciting areas of nanotechnology research are converging on artificial photosynthesis. The connection between the health of our plant and the humans it sustains is now part of a growing field...

Nanoporous Carbons for Today's Grand Challenges - Opportunities and Barriers

Article - 8 Apr 2010

Nanoporous carbons have long played a role in the areas associated with these Grand Challenges (e.g. purification of drinking water; capture of volatile organic compounds from industry; gas masks),...

Fuel Cells and Energy Storage Systems for Next Generation Motor Vehicles

Article - 21 Aug 2007

This article looks at fundamental and applied research on fuel cells and advanced batteries for electric propulsion, stationary power generation, and portable electronics. Because of their advanced...