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Increasing Efficiency of Cooling Devices in Oil, Gas Industries
Fars News Agency February 21st, 2015 Iranian researches from Ferdowsi University of Mashhad in association with their counterparts from University of Malaya, Malaysia, studied the effect of presence of nanoparticles in increasing the efficiency of cooling devices used in various industries, including power plants, petroleum industry, gas, and petrochemicals.
Fars News Agency February 21st, 2015 Iranian researches from Ferdowsi University of Mashhad in association with their counterparts from University of Malaya, Malaysia, studied the effect of presence of nanoparticles in increasing the efficiency of cooling devices used in various industries, including power plants, petroleum industry, gas, and petrochemicals.
Ocean Optics Names Winner of 2015 Young Investigator Award: Cash prize and grant awarded during SPIE BiOS/Photonics West 2015 conference
Ocean Optics February 21st, 2015 Ocean Optics, the industry leader in modular spectroscopy applications and products, recently named Amelie Heuer-Jungemann from the University of Southampton, UK the winner of the 2015 Ocean Optics Young Investigator Award.
Ocean Optics February 21st, 2015 Ocean Optics, the industry leader in modular spectroscopy applications and products, recently named Amelie Heuer-Jungemann from the University of Southampton, UK the winner of the 2015 Ocean Optics Young Investigator Award.
EPSRC unveils world-leading SuperSTEM microscope that sees single atoms
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) February 22nd, 2015 A new super powerful electron microscope that can pinpoint the position of single atoms, and will help scientists push boundaries even further, in fields such as advanced materials, healthcare and power generation, has been unveiled yesterday, Thursday February 19th, by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC).
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) February 22nd, 2015 A new super powerful electron microscope that can pinpoint the position of single atoms, and will help scientists push boundaries even further, in fields such as advanced materials, healthcare and power generation, has been unveiled yesterday, Thursday February 19th, by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC).
KIT Increases Commitment in Asia: DAAD Funds Two New Projects: Strategic Partnerships with Chinese Universities and Communi-cation Technologies Network
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology February 22nd, 2015 Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) has successfully acquired funding for two projects by the DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service): Under "StratP_KIT - China", KIT plans to establish an interdisciplinary research and innovation platform with four Chinese universities in the Jiangsu Province and in the Shanghai Metropolitan Region. Under "CLICS", KIT will extend the existing research network with partner universities in Hong Kong, Japan, and the USA and develop new joint education programs in the area of communication technologies.
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology February 22nd, 2015 Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) has successfully acquired funding for two projects by the DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service): Under "StratP_KIT - China", KIT plans to establish an interdisciplinary research and innovation platform with four Chinese universities in the Jiangsu Province and in the Shanghai Metropolitan Region. Under "CLICS", KIT will extend the existing research network with partner universities in Hong Kong, Japan, and the USA and develop new joint education programs in the area of communication technologies.
Application of Biocompatible Polymers in Production of Nanodrugs
Fars News Agency February 22nd, 2015 Iranian researchers succeeded in the production of a new drug delivery nano-system with applications in the treatment of cancer.
Fars News Agency February 22nd, 2015 Iranian researchers succeeded in the production of a new drug delivery nano-system with applications in the treatment of cancer.
Magnetic nanoparticles could stop blood clot-caused strokes
Houston Methodist February 23rd, 2015 By loading magnetic nanoparticles with drugs and dressing them in biochemical camouflage, Houston Methodist researchers say they can destroy blood clots 100 to 1,000 times faster than a commonly used clot-busting technique.
Houston Methodist February 23rd, 2015 By loading magnetic nanoparticles with drugs and dressing them in biochemical camouflage, Houston Methodist researchers say they can destroy blood clots 100 to 1,000 times faster than a commonly used clot-busting technique.
Stretch and relax! -- Losing 1 electron switches magnetism on in dichromium
Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin für Materialien und Energie February 23rd, 2015 The scientists used the unique Nanocluster Trap experimental station at the BESSY II synchrotron radiation source at Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin and published their results in the Journal Angewandte Chemie.
Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin für Materialien und Energie February 23rd, 2015 The scientists used the unique Nanocluster Trap experimental station at the BESSY II synchrotron radiation source at Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin and published their results in the Journal Angewandte Chemie.
Building tailor-made DNA nanotubes step by step: New, block-by-block assembly method could pave way for applications in opto-electronics, drug delivery
McGill University February 23rd, 2015 Researchers at McGill University have developed a new, low-cost method to build DNA nanotubes block by block - a breakthrough that could help pave the way for scaffolds made from DNA strands to be used in applications such as optical and electronic devices or smart drug-delivery systems.
McGill University February 23rd, 2015 Researchers at McGill University have developed a new, low-cost method to build DNA nanotubes block by block - a breakthrough that could help pave the way for scaffolds made from DNA strands to be used in applications such as optical and electronic devices or smart drug-delivery systems.
Bacteria network for food: Bacteria connect to each other and exchange nutrients
Max Planck Institute for Chemical Ecology February 23rd, 2015 Bacteria usually live in species-rich communities and frequently exchange nutrients and other metabolites. Until now, it was unclear whether microorganisms exchange metabolites exclusively by releasing them into the surrounding environment or whether they also use direct connections between cells for this purpose. Scientists from the Research Group Experimental Ecology and Evolution at the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Ecology in Jena, Germany addressed this question using the soil bacterium Acinetobacter baylyi and the gut microbe Escherichia coli. By experimentally deleting bacterial genes from the genome of both species, the scientists generated mutants that were no longer able to produce certain amino acids, yet produced increased amounts of others.
Max Planck Institute for Chemical Ecology February 23rd, 2015 Bacteria usually live in species-rich communities and frequently exchange nutrients and other metabolites. Until now, it was unclear whether microorganisms exchange metabolites exclusively by releasing them into the surrounding environment or whether they also use direct connections between cells for this purpose. Scientists from the Research Group Experimental Ecology and Evolution at the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Ecology in Jena, Germany addressed this question using the soil bacterium Acinetobacter baylyi and the gut microbe Escherichia coli. By experimentally deleting bacterial genes from the genome of both species, the scientists generated mutants that were no longer able to produce certain amino acids, yet produced increased amounts of others.
Simulating superconducting materials with ultracold atoms: Rice physicists build superconductor analog, observe antiferromagnetic order
Rice University February 23rd, 2015 Using ultracold atoms as a stand-in for electrons, a Rice University-based team of physicists has simulated superconducting materials and made headway on a problem that's vexed physicists for nearly three decades.
Rice University February 23rd, 2015 Using ultracold atoms as a stand-in for electrons, a Rice University-based team of physicists has simulated superconducting materials and made headway on a problem that's vexed physicists for nearly three decades.
Arrowhead Begins Phase 1 Trial of ARC-AAT for Treatment of Liver Disease Associated with Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency
Arrowhead Research Corporation February 23rd, 2015 Arrowhead Research Corporation (NASDAQ: ARWR), a biopharmaceutical company developing targeted RNAi therapeutics, today announced that it has initiated dosing in a Phase 1 clinical trial of ARC-AAT, the company's candidate for the treatment of liver disease associated with Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD), a rare genetic disorder that severely damages the liver and lungs of affected individuals. Trial initiation followed successful completion of the Clinical Trial Notification (CTN) regulatory process in Australia. The study will be conducted in two parts, with Part A in healthy volunteers and Part B in patients with AATD. The primary objectives of the study are to determine the safety and tolerability of escalating doses of ARC-AAT, evaluate the pharmacokinetics, and determine the effect on circulating levels of alpha-1 antitrypsin. Initial data from this study is expected in late 2015.
Arrowhead Research Corporation February 23rd, 2015 Arrowhead Research Corporation (NASDAQ: ARWR), a biopharmaceutical company developing targeted RNAi therapeutics, today announced that it has initiated dosing in a Phase 1 clinical trial of ARC-AAT, the company's candidate for the treatment of liver disease associated with Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD), a rare genetic disorder that severely damages the liver and lungs of affected individuals. Trial initiation followed successful completion of the Clinical Trial Notification (CTN) regulatory process in Australia. The study will be conducted in two parts, with Part A in healthy volunteers and Part B in patients with AATD. The primary objectives of the study are to determine the safety and tolerability of escalating doses of ARC-AAT, evaluate the pharmacokinetics, and determine the effect on circulating levels of alpha-1 antitrypsin. Initial data from this study is expected in late 2015.
Graphene 2015: remarkable program online
Phantoms Foundation February 23rd, 2015 Graphene 2015, the International Conference & Exhibition on Graphene and 2D Materials, to be held in Bilbao (Spain), from March 10-13 announces a remarkable program online.
Phantoms Foundation February 23rd, 2015 Graphene 2015, the International Conference & Exhibition on Graphene and 2D Materials, to be held in Bilbao (Spain), from March 10-13 announces a remarkable program online.
Rosetta Team Wins the National Space Society's Science and Engineering Space Pioneer Award
National Space Society (NSS) February 23rd, 2015 The National Space Society announces that the European Space Agency (ESA) Rosetta mission team is the winner of its 2015 Space Pioneer Award for science and engineering. NSS recognizes the achievements of the Rosetta team, which include the construction, launch and operation of the spacecraft. This award will be presented at the National Space Society's 2015 International Space Development Conference ( http://isdc.nss.org/2015/ ). This will be the 34th ISDC and will be held in Toronto, Canada, at the Hyatt Regency Toronto (downtown). The conference will run from May 20-24, 2015.
National Space Society (NSS) February 23rd, 2015 The National Space Society announces that the European Space Agency (ESA) Rosetta mission team is the winner of its 2015 Space Pioneer Award for science and engineering. NSS recognizes the achievements of the Rosetta team, which include the construction, launch and operation of the spacecraft. This award will be presented at the National Space Society's 2015 International Space Development Conference ( http://isdc.nss.org/2015/ ). This will be the 34th ISDC and will be held in Toronto, Canada, at the Hyatt Regency Toronto (downtown). The conference will run from May 20-24, 2015.
QD Vision Named Edison Award Finalist for Innovative Color IQ™ Quantum Dot Technology
QD Vision, Inc. February 23rd, 2015 QD Vision, Inc., the leading manufacturer of quantum dot solutions for display products, has been named a 2015 Award Finalist by the internationally renowned Edison Awards™. The distinguished awards, inspired by Thomas Edison's persistence and inventiveness, recognize innovation, creativity and ingenuity in the global economy.
QD Vision, Inc. February 23rd, 2015 QD Vision, Inc., the leading manufacturer of quantum dot solutions for display products, has been named a 2015 Award Finalist by the internationally renowned Edison Awards™. The distinguished awards, inspired by Thomas Edison's persistence and inventiveness, recognize innovation, creativity and ingenuity in the global economy.
Silicon Catalyst Announces Partnership With imec to Support Semiconductor Start-Ups
Silicon Catalyst February 23rd, 2015 Silicon Catalyst today announced a partnership with imec to support semiconductor solution start-ups. While there are many incubators and accelerators for software and even some for hardware, Silicon Catalyst is the world's first focused exclusively on semiconductor solutions. Imec is not only one of the world's leading nanotechnology research organizations but also one of the most advanced and comprehensive design services partners.
Silicon Catalyst February 23rd, 2015 Silicon Catalyst today announced a partnership with imec to support semiconductor solution start-ups. While there are many incubators and accelerators for software and even some for hardware, Silicon Catalyst is the world's first focused exclusively on semiconductor solutions. Imec is not only one of the world's leading nanotechnology research organizations but also one of the most advanced and comprehensive design services partners.
Purification of Industrial Wastewater Using Visible-Light Sensitive Photocatalysts
Fars News Agency February 24th, 2015 Researchers from Iran and South Korea used nanotechnology to synthesize photocatalysts which have applications in various industries, including textile and pharmaceutics.
Fars News Agency February 24th, 2015 Researchers from Iran and South Korea used nanotechnology to synthesize photocatalysts which have applications in various industries, including textile and pharmaceutics.
Ultra-thin nanowires can trap electron 'twisters' that disrupt superconductors
Johns Hopkins University February 24th, 2015 Superconductor materials are prized for their ability to carry an electric current without resistance, but this valuable trait can be crippled or lost when electrons swirl into tiny tornado-like formations called vortices. These disruptive mini-twisters often form in the presence of magnetic fields, such as those produced by electric motors.
Johns Hopkins University February 24th, 2015 Superconductor materials are prized for their ability to carry an electric current without resistance, but this valuable trait can be crippled or lost when electrons swirl into tiny tornado-like formations called vortices. These disruptive mini-twisters often form in the presence of magnetic fields, such as those produced by electric motors.
Together, nanotechnology and genetic interference may tackle 'untreatable' brain tumors: Tel Aviv University researchers' groundbreaking strategy stops brain tumor cell proliferation with targeted nanoparticles
American Friends of Tel Aviv University February 24th, 2015 There are no effective available treatments for sufferers of Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM), the most aggressive and devastating form of brain tumor. The disease, always fatal, has a survival rate of only 6-18 months.
American Friends of Tel Aviv University February 24th, 2015 There are no effective available treatments for sufferers of Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM), the most aggressive and devastating form of brain tumor. The disease, always fatal, has a survival rate of only 6-18 months.
Detecting defects at the nanoscale will profit solar panel production: Researcher Mohamed Elrawemi develops new technologies for defects in thin films, vital in products as printed electronics and solar panels
University of Huddersfield February 24th, 2015 RESEARCH at the University of Huddersfield will lead to major efficiency gains and cost savings in the manufacture of flexible solar panels. It has also resulted in an exceptional number of scholarly articles co-authored by a Libyan scientist who is completing his doctoral studies as a participant in the EU-backed project.
University of Huddersfield February 24th, 2015 RESEARCH at the University of Huddersfield will lead to major efficiency gains and cost savings in the manufacture of flexible solar panels. It has also resulted in an exceptional number of scholarly articles co-authored by a Libyan scientist who is completing his doctoral studies as a participant in the EU-backed project.
Optical nanoantennas set the stage for a NEMS lab-on-a-chip revolution
American Institute of Physics February 24th, 2015 New research shows how cubic nanostructures made of insulating materials overcome the heating, fabrication and intensity challenges of nanonantenna technology, paving the way for NEMS applications in biomedicine, nanolasers and photovoltaics.
American Institute of Physics February 24th, 2015 New research shows how cubic nanostructures made of insulating materials overcome the heating, fabrication and intensity challenges of nanonantenna technology, paving the way for NEMS applications in biomedicine, nanolasers and photovoltaics.
Cutting-edge technology optimizes cancer therapy with nanomedicine drug combinations: UCLA bioengineers develop platform that offers personalized approach to treatment
UCLA February 24th, 2015 In greater than 90 percent of cases in which treatment for metastatic cancer fails, the reason is that the cancer is resistant to the drugs being used. To treat drug-resistant tumors, doctors typically use multiple drugs simultaneously, a practice called combination therapy. And one of their greatest challenges is determining which ratio and combination -- from the large number of medications available -- is best for each individual patient.
UCLA February 24th, 2015 In greater than 90 percent of cases in which treatment for metastatic cancer fails, the reason is that the cancer is resistant to the drugs being used. To treat drug-resistant tumors, doctors typically use multiple drugs simultaneously, a practice called combination therapy. And one of their greatest challenges is determining which ratio and combination -- from the large number of medications available -- is best for each individual patient.
Dendrite eraser: New electrolyte rids batteries of short-circuiting fibers: Solution enables a battery with both high efficiency & current density
PNNL February 24th, 2015 Dendrites - the microscopic, pin-like fibers that cause rechargeable batteries to short circuit - create fire hazards and can limit the ability of batteries to power our smart phones and store renewable energy for a rainy day.
PNNL February 24th, 2015 Dendrites - the microscopic, pin-like fibers that cause rechargeable batteries to short circuit - create fire hazards and can limit the ability of batteries to power our smart phones and store renewable energy for a rainy day.
Chromium-Centered Cycloparaphenylene Rings as New Tools for Making Functionalized Nanocarbons
ITbM, Nagoya University February 24th, 2015 Professor Kenichiro Itami, Yasutomo Segawa and Natsumi Kubota of the JST-ERATO Itami Molecular Nanocarbon Project and the Institute of Transformative Bio-Molecules (ITbM), Nagoya University have synthesized novel cycloparaphenylene (CPP) chromium complexes and demonstrated their utility in obtaining monofunctionalized CPPs, which could become useful precursors for making carbon nanotubes with unprecedented structures. CPPs consist of a chain of benzene rings and are the shortest segment of carbon nanotubes. Since their first synthesis and isolation in 2008, CPPs have attracted wide attention in the fields of materials science and supramolecular chemistry. Applying the basic concepts of chromium arene chemistry, Itami and his coworkers have performed the first selective installation of a functional group on CPP, which has previously been difficult due to multiple reactive arene sites on the CPP ring. By being able to selectively install and tune the functional groups on CPPs, it is envisaged that carbon nanotubes with new properties can be constructed by this method. The study, published online on January 12, 2015 in the Journal of the American Chemical Society, illustrates the first synthesis, isolation and analysis of a CPP chromium complex, which enables a one-pot access to monofunctionalized CPPs. This outcome is believed to be a significant advance in the fields of both CPP chemistry and organometallic chemistry.
ITbM, Nagoya University February 24th, 2015 Professor Kenichiro Itami, Yasutomo Segawa and Natsumi Kubota of the JST-ERATO Itami Molecular Nanocarbon Project and the Institute of Transformative Bio-Molecules (ITbM), Nagoya University have synthesized novel cycloparaphenylene (CPP) chromium complexes and demonstrated their utility in obtaining monofunctionalized CPPs, which could become useful precursors for making carbon nanotubes with unprecedented structures. CPPs consist of a chain of benzene rings and are the shortest segment of carbon nanotubes. Since their first synthesis and isolation in 2008, CPPs have attracted wide attention in the fields of materials science and supramolecular chemistry. Applying the basic concepts of chromium arene chemistry, Itami and his coworkers have performed the first selective installation of a functional group on CPP, which has previously been difficult due to multiple reactive arene sites on the CPP ring. By being able to selectively install and tune the functional groups on CPPs, it is envisaged that carbon nanotubes with new properties can be constructed by this method. The study, published online on January 12, 2015 in the Journal of the American Chemical Society, illustrates the first synthesis, isolation and analysis of a CPP chromium complex, which enables a one-pot access to monofunctionalized CPPs. This outcome is believed to be a significant advance in the fields of both CPP chemistry and organometallic chemistry.
European roadmap for graphene science and technology published
Graphene Flagship February 25th, 2015 In October 2013, academia and industry came together to form the Graphene Flagship. Now with 142 partners in 23 countries, and a growing number of associate members, the Graphene Flagship was established following a call from the European Commission to address big science and technology challenges of the day through long-term, multidisciplinary R&D efforts.
Graphene Flagship February 25th, 2015 In October 2013, academia and industry came together to form the Graphene Flagship. Now with 142 partners in 23 countries, and a growing number of associate members, the Graphene Flagship was established following a call from the European Commission to address big science and technology challenges of the day through long-term, multidisciplinary R&D efforts.
Quantum many-body systems on the way back to equilibrium: Advances in experimental and theoretical physics enable a deeper understanding of the dynamics and properties of quantum many-body systems
Max Planck Institute of Quantum Optics February 25th, 2015 Considering that one cubic centimetre of matter already contains about 10 to the 19 to 10 to the 23 particles it is hard to imagine that physicists nowadays can prepare ensembles comprising only some hundred, or even just a handful of atoms. What is more, they have improved their techniques to the extent that they can manipulate such particles individually or jointly and can fine tune their interactions. Driven by on new numerical techniques, powerful supercomputers, and new mathematical techniques the theoretical description of such systems has seen equally impressive progress. In a recent review article in Nature Physics (3rd of February 2015) the team of Prof. Dr. Jens Eisert, Mathis Friesdorf (both from the Dahlem Center for Complex Quantum Systems, Freie Universität Berlin) and Dr. Christian Gogolin, postdoctoral researcher in the Theory Division of Prof. Ignacio Cirac at MPQ (Garching) and research fellow at ICFO (Barcelona), discuss the various quantum systems that have been realised and how they are described theoretically, and give an outlook on promising developments.
Max Planck Institute of Quantum Optics February 25th, 2015 Considering that one cubic centimetre of matter already contains about 10 to the 19 to 10 to the 23 particles it is hard to imagine that physicists nowadays can prepare ensembles comprising only some hundred, or even just a handful of atoms. What is more, they have improved their techniques to the extent that they can manipulate such particles individually or jointly and can fine tune their interactions. Driven by on new numerical techniques, powerful supercomputers, and new mathematical techniques the theoretical description of such systems has seen equally impressive progress. In a recent review article in Nature Physics (3rd of February 2015) the team of Prof. Dr. Jens Eisert, Mathis Friesdorf (both from the Dahlem Center for Complex Quantum Systems, Freie Universität Berlin) and Dr. Christian Gogolin, postdoctoral researcher in the Theory Division of Prof. Ignacio Cirac at MPQ (Garching) and research fellow at ICFO (Barcelona), discuss the various quantum systems that have been realised and how they are described theoretically, and give an outlook on promising developments.
SUNY Poly CNSE Researchers and Corporate Partners to Present Forty Papers at Globally Recognized Lithography Conference: SUNY Poly CNSE Research Group Awarded Both ‘Best Research Paper’ and ‘Best Research Poster’ at SPIE Advanced Lithography 2015 forum
SUNY Polytechnic Institute (SUNY Poly) February 25th, 2015 As a testament to Governor Andrew M. Cuomo's high-tech blueprint for New York State, SUNY Polytechnic Institute's Colleges of Nanoscale Science and Engineering (SUNY Poly CNSE) announced that it is once again playing a major role at SPIE Advanced Lithography, a leading lithography-focused forum, with forty technical papers by SUNY Poly CNSE faculty, staff, and students and its corporate partners accepted for presentation. In addition, a SUNY Poly CNSE-based research group has been awarded both best research paper and best research poster at the prestigious conference, held annually in San Jose, California.
SUNY Polytechnic Institute (SUNY Poly) February 25th, 2015 As a testament to Governor Andrew M. Cuomo's high-tech blueprint for New York State, SUNY Polytechnic Institute's Colleges of Nanoscale Science and Engineering (SUNY Poly CNSE) announced that it is once again playing a major role at SPIE Advanced Lithography, a leading lithography-focused forum, with forty technical papers by SUNY Poly CNSE faculty, staff, and students and its corporate partners accepted for presentation. In addition, a SUNY Poly CNSE-based research group has been awarded both best research paper and best research poster at the prestigious conference, held annually in San Jose, California.
National Space Society and Space Frontier Foundation announce the formation of the Alliance for Space Development
National Space Society (NSS) February 25th, 2015 The National Space Society (NSS) and the Space Frontier Foundation (SFF) will announce the formation of the jointly managed Alliance for Space Development (ASD) at a media event on 25 February in Washington DC. ASD ( http://
National Space Society (NSS) February 25th, 2015 The National Space Society (NSS) and the Space Frontier Foundation (SFF) will announce the formation of the jointly managed Alliance for Space Development (ASD) at a media event on 25 February in Washington DC. ASD ( http://
Warming up the world of superconductors: Clusters of aluminum metal atoms become superconductive at surprisingly high temperatures
University of Southern California February 25th, 2015 A superconductor that works at room temperature was long thought impossible, but scientists at USC may have discovered a family of materials that could make it reality.
University of Southern California February 25th, 2015 A superconductor that works at room temperature was long thought impossible, but scientists at USC may have discovered a family of materials that could make it reality.
Researchers enable solar cells to use more sunlight
University of Luxembourg February 25th, 2015 Scientists of the University of Luxembourg and of the Japanese electronics company TDK report progress in photovoltaic research: they have improved a component that will enable solar cells to use more energy of the sun and thus create a higher current.
University of Luxembourg February 25th, 2015 Scientists of the University of Luxembourg and of the Japanese electronics company TDK report progress in photovoltaic research: they have improved a component that will enable solar cells to use more energy of the sun and thus create a higher current.
Magnetic nanoparticles enhance performance of solar cells X-ray study points the way to higher energy yields
Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron DESY February 25th, 2015 Magnetic nanoparticles can increase the performance of solar cells made from polymers - provided the mix is right. This is the result of an X-ray study at DESY's synchrotron radiation source PETRA III. Adding about one per cent of such nanoparticles by weight makes the solar cells more efficient, according to the findings of a team of scientists headed by Prof. Peter Müller-Buschbaum from the Technical University of Munich. They are presenting their study in one of the upcoming issues of the journal Advanced Energy Materials (published online in advance).
Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron DESY February 25th, 2015 Magnetic nanoparticles can increase the performance of solar cells made from polymers - provided the mix is right. This is the result of an X-ray study at DESY's synchrotron radiation source PETRA III. Adding about one per cent of such nanoparticles by weight makes the solar cells more efficient, according to the findings of a team of scientists headed by Prof. Peter Müller-Buschbaum from the Technical University of Munich. They are presenting their study in one of the upcoming issues of the journal Advanced Energy Materials (published online in advance).
Learning by eye: Silicon micro-funnels increase the efficiency of solar cells
Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin für Materialien und Energie February 25th, 2015 The fovea centralis, or fovea for short, sits in the middle of the Macula lutea (or macula) of the retina, where the slender, funnel-like ocular cones are especially closely packed together. We see an image with greatest acuity in this small region because each cone there is connected to a nerve cell.
Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin für Materialien und Energie February 25th, 2015 The fovea centralis, or fovea for short, sits in the middle of the Macula lutea (or macula) of the retina, where the slender, funnel-like ocular cones are especially closely packed together. We see an image with greatest acuity in this small region because each cone there is connected to a nerve cell.
New nanowire structure absorbs light efficiently: Dual-type nanowire arrays can be used in applications such as LEDs and solar cells
Aalto University February 25th, 2015 Researchers at Aalto University, Finland have developed a new method to implement different types of nanowires side-by-side into a single array on a single substrate. The new technique makes it possible to use different semiconductor materials for the different types of nanowires.
Aalto University February 25th, 2015 Researchers at Aalto University, Finland have developed a new method to implement different types of nanowires side-by-side into a single array on a single substrate. The new technique makes it possible to use different semiconductor materials for the different types of nanowires.
In quest for better lithium-air batteries, chemists boost carbon's stability: Nanoparticle coatings improve stability, cyclability of '3DOm' carbon
Boston College February 25th, 2015 To power a car so it can travel hundreds of miles at a time, lithium-ion batteries of the future are going to have to hold more energy without growing too big in size.
Boston College February 25th, 2015 To power a car so it can travel hundreds of miles at a time, lithium-ion batteries of the future are going to have to hold more energy without growing too big in size.
Simple, Cost-Efficient Method Used to Determine Toxicants Growing in Pistachio
Fars News Agency February 26th, 2015 Iranian researchers from Bu-Ali Sina University, Hamedan, proposed a new, simple and cost-efficient method to determine toxic fungal species existing in foodstuff.
Fars News Agency February 26th, 2015 Iranian researchers from Bu-Ali Sina University, Hamedan, proposed a new, simple and cost-efficient method to determine toxic fungal species existing in foodstuff.
Graphene shows potential as novel anti-cancer therapeutic strategy: University of Manchester scientists have used graphene to target and neutralise cancer stem cells while not harming other cells
University of Manchester February 26th, 2015 This new development opens up the possibility of preventing or treating a broad range of cancers, using a non-toxic material.
University of Manchester February 26th, 2015 This new development opens up the possibility of preventing or treating a broad range of cancers, using a non-toxic material.
Bruker-Sponsored Sixth AFM BioMed Conference Highlights Increasing Impact of AFM in Biological Applications
Bruker Corporation February 26th, 2015 Bruker recently sponsored the sixth AFM BioMed International Meeting on AFM in Life Sciences and NanoMedicine. Held last month at the Sanford Consortium for Regenerative Medicine in La Jolla, CA, the conference brought together more than 125 scientists from around the world. The technical program featured invited talks from leading bio researchers with over 100 oral and poster presentations on topics ranging from imaging and integrative atomic force microscope (AFM) developments to biomechanics and biomedical applications. Bruker announced the release of BioScope Resolve™, a biological atomic force microscope (bioAFM) that features the highest resolution imaging and most complete cell mechanics capabilities available for use with an inverted optical microscope (IOM). Bruker also hosted two hands-on pre-conference workshops.
Bruker Corporation February 26th, 2015 Bruker recently sponsored the sixth AFM BioMed International Meeting on AFM in Life Sciences and NanoMedicine. Held last month at the Sanford Consortium for Regenerative Medicine in La Jolla, CA, the conference brought together more than 125 scientists from around the world. The technical program featured invited talks from leading bio researchers with over 100 oral and poster presentations on topics ranging from imaging and integrative atomic force microscope (AFM) developments to biomechanics and biomedical applications. Bruker announced the release of BioScope Resolve™, a biological atomic force microscope (bioAFM) that features the highest resolution imaging and most complete cell mechanics capabilities available for use with an inverted optical microscope (IOM). Bruker also hosted two hands-on pre-conference workshops.
Real-time observation of bond formation by using femtosecond X-ray liquidography
Institute for Basic Science (IBS) February 26th, 2015 The research team of the Center for Nanomaterials and Chemical Reactions at the Institute for Basic Science (IBS) has successfully visualized the entire process of bond formation in solution by using femtosecond time-resolved X-ray liquidography (femtosecond TRXL) for the first time in the world.
Institute for Basic Science (IBS) February 26th, 2015 The research team of the Center for Nanomaterials and Chemical Reactions at the Institute for Basic Science (IBS) has successfully visualized the entire process of bond formation in solution by using femtosecond time-resolved X-ray liquidography (femtosecond TRXL) for the first time in the world.
Maximum Precision in 3D Printing: New complete solution makes additive manufacturing standard for microfabrication
Nanoscribe GmbH February 26th, 2015 Eggenstein-Leopoldshafen With a new extension set for its 3D printer the technological leader Nanoscribe is the first manufacturer to provide a complete solution for microfabrication. This adds the highest 3D printing technology to the spectrum of additive manufacturing technologies thereby bridging the gap between 3D laser lithography and 3D printing. For the first time all the advantages of 3D printing are now also available for microfabrication.
Nanoscribe GmbH February 26th, 2015 Eggenstein-Leopoldshafen With a new extension set for its 3D printer the technological leader Nanoscribe is the first manufacturer to provide a complete solution for microfabrication. This adds the highest 3D printing technology to the spectrum of additive manufacturing technologies thereby bridging the gap between 3D laser lithography and 3D printing. For the first time all the advantages of 3D printing are now also available for microfabrication.
NanoTecNexus Launches New App for Learning About Nanotechnology—STEM Education Project Spearheaded by Interns
NanoTecNexus February 26th, 2015 NanoTecNexus (NTN) Learning Group, a leading nanotech educational organization that invests in the industry/academia/K-12 ecosystem, launched its "Do-U-Nano™" app, designed to promote nanoscience and nanotechnology education. The mobile app is available for iOS devices (iPhone and iPad) via iTunes/App Store and Android devices via Google Play Store. The Web version is available at www.nanotecnexus.orgon the NTN Resources/Explore Nanotechnology page.
NanoTecNexus February 26th, 2015 NanoTecNexus (NTN) Learning Group, a leading nanotech educational organization that invests in the industry/academia/K-12 ecosystem, launched its "Do-U-Nano™" app, designed to promote nanoscience and nanotechnology education. The mobile app is available for iOS devices (iPhone and iPad) via iTunes/App Store and Android devices via Google Play Store. The Web version is available at www.nanotecnexus.orgon the NTN Resources/Explore Nanotechnology page.
Renishaw and Bruker team up for a workshop on TERS and co-localised AFM Raman
Renishaw February 26th, 2015 Renishaw, a world leader in metrology and spectroscopy technologies, has teamed up with Bruker's Nano Surfaces Division to host a series of workshops on TERS and co-localised AFM Raman. The latest workshop took place at the end of January at Renishaw's headquarters at New Mills, Wotton-under-Edge, UK. Other workshops are planned to take place throughout the world.
Renishaw February 26th, 2015 Renishaw, a world leader in metrology and spectroscopy technologies, has teamed up with Bruker's Nano Surfaces Division to host a series of workshops on TERS and co-localised AFM Raman. The latest workshop took place at the end of January at Renishaw's headquarters at New Mills, Wotton-under-Edge, UK. Other workshops are planned to take place throughout the world.
Indefinite Life Extension Activists Organize Online Demonstration
The Movement for Indefinite Life Extension (MILE) February 26th, 2015 The Movement for Indefinite Life Extension (MILE) is organizing an online demonstration to support life extension technologies and awareness. The event is taking place from 2pm to 8pm UTC, Universal Coordinated Time, on March 21st 2015, in a live Google Hangout broadcast from locations around the world.
The Movement for Indefinite Life Extension (MILE) February 26th, 2015 The Movement for Indefinite Life Extension (MILE) is organizing an online demonstration to support life extension technologies and awareness. The event is taking place from 2pm to 8pm UTC, Universal Coordinated Time, on March 21st 2015, in a live Google Hangout broadcast from locations around the world.
Rice's Stephan Link honored for nanoscience research: The Welch Foundation honors ‘rising star’ with $100,000 Hackerman Award
Rice University February 26th, 2015 The Welch Foundation today awarded its prestigious Norman Hackerman Award in Chemical Research to Rice University scientist Stephan Link, who was named this year's "rising star" for his pioneering contributions to the emerging field of nanophotonics.
Rice University February 26th, 2015 The Welch Foundation today awarded its prestigious Norman Hackerman Award in Chemical Research to Rice University scientist Stephan Link, who was named this year's "rising star" for his pioneering contributions to the emerging field of nanophotonics.
Hiden CATLAB Microreactor System at ARABLAB 2015 | Visit us on Booth 1011
Hiden Analytical Ltd February 26th, 2015 Hiden is pleased to announce they will be exhibiting the CATLAB Microreactor System for Catalyst Characterisation at ARABLAB 2015, 23rd - 26th March, Dubai UAE. Visit us on Booth 1011. The Hiden Catlab PCS combined microreactor and mass spectrometer system is purpose designed for the characterisation and evaluation of catalysts together with general thermal studies including temperature programmed desorption and reaction testing. The modular benchtop system features an advanced fast-response low thermal mass 1000C furnace together with multistream gas flow control of up to eight gas streams, and a precision Hiden quadrupole mass spectrometer with quartz inert sampling line close-coupled directly to the reactor for minimised dead volume and sample memory. Sample is inserted via the novel Catalyst Cartridge System to ensure consistent and reproducible sample loading, an in-bed thermocouple providing precise measurement of sample temperature and reaction exotherms.
Hiden Analytical Ltd February 26th, 2015 Hiden is pleased to announce they will be exhibiting the CATLAB Microreactor System for Catalyst Characterisation at ARABLAB 2015, 23rd - 26th March, Dubai UAE. Visit us on Booth 1011. The Hiden Catlab PCS combined microreactor and mass spectrometer system is purpose designed for the characterisation and evaluation of catalysts together with general thermal studies including temperature programmed desorption and reaction testing. The modular benchtop system features an advanced fast-response low thermal mass 1000C furnace together with multistream gas flow control of up to eight gas streams, and a precision Hiden quadrupole mass spectrometer with quartz inert sampling line close-coupled directly to the reactor for minimised dead volume and sample memory. Sample is inserted via the novel Catalyst Cartridge System to ensure consistent and reproducible sample loading, an in-bed thermocouple providing precise measurement of sample temperature and reaction exotherms.
Aspen Aerogels, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter 2014 and Fiscal 2014 Financial Results
Aspen Aerogels, Inc. February 27th, 2015 Aspen Aerogels, Inc. (NYSE: ASPN) ("Aspen Aerogels") today announced financial results for its fourth quarter of 2014 and full year 2014, which ended December 31, 2014, and discussed business highlights from the quarter.
Aspen Aerogels, Inc. February 27th, 2015 Aspen Aerogels, Inc. (NYSE: ASPN) ("Aspen Aerogels") today announced financial results for its fourth quarter of 2014 and full year 2014, which ended December 31, 2014, and discussed business highlights from the quarter.
Untangling DNA with a droplet of water, a pipet and a polymer: With the 'rolling droplet technique,' a DNA-injected water droplet rolls like a ball over a platelet, sticking the DNA to the plate surface
KU Leuven February 27th, 2015 Researchers have long sought an efficient way to untangle DNA in order to study its structure - neatly unraveled and straightened out - under a microscope. Now, chemists and engineers at KU Leuven, in Belgium, have devised a strikingly simple and effective solution: they inject genetic material into a droplet of water and use a pipet tip to drag it over a glass plate covered with a sticky polymer. The droplet rolls like a ball over the plate, sticking the DNA to the plate surface. The unraveled DNA can then be studied under a microscope. The researchers described the technique in the journal ACS Nano.
KU Leuven February 27th, 2015 Researchers have long sought an efficient way to untangle DNA in order to study its structure - neatly unraveled and straightened out - under a microscope. Now, chemists and engineers at KU Leuven, in Belgium, have devised a strikingly simple and effective solution: they inject genetic material into a droplet of water and use a pipet tip to drag it over a glass plate covered with a sticky polymer. The droplet rolls like a ball over the plate, sticking the DNA to the plate surface. The unraveled DNA can then be studied under a microscope. The researchers described the technique in the journal ACS Nano.
Moving molecule writes letters: Caging of molecules allows investigation of equilibrium thermodynamics
Technische Universitaet Muenchen February 27th, 2015 On the search for high performance materials for applications such as gas storage, thermal insulators or dynamic nanosystems it is essential to understand the thermal behavior of matter down to the molecular level. Classical thermodynamics average over time and over a large number of molecules. Within a three dimensional space single molecules can adopt an almost infinite number of states, making the assessment of individual species nearly impossible.
Technische Universitaet Muenchen February 27th, 2015 On the search for high performance materials for applications such as gas storage, thermal insulators or dynamic nanosystems it is essential to understand the thermal behavior of matter down to the molecular level. Classical thermodynamics average over time and over a large number of molecules. Within a three dimensional space single molecules can adopt an almost infinite number of states, making the assessment of individual species nearly impossible.
Leti to Offer Updates on Silicon Photonics Successes at OFC in LA
CEA-Leti February 27th, 2015 CEA-Leti will present updates on its silicon photonics technology, including its results on "heterogeneously integrated III-V on silicon distributed feedback lasers at 1310nm" and hybridization of electronic and photonic ICs at OFC 2015, March 22-26, at the Los Angeles Conference Center in Los Angeles, Calif.
CEA-Leti February 27th, 2015 CEA-Leti will present updates on its silicon photonics technology, including its results on "heterogeneously integrated III-V on silicon distributed feedback lasers at 1310nm" and hybridization of electronic and photonic ICs at OFC 2015, March 22-26, at the Los Angeles Conference Center in Los Angeles, Calif.
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