Industrial Nanotech, Inc. Announces Increase to Million Dollar Order for DEBA Textile Plant in Turkey - August 15, 2008

Industrial Nanotech, Inc. today announced that the Company’s Turkish Distributor, Kolorgen, Ltd., intends to replace the balance of the order for the Denizli Basma ve Boya Sanayii a.s. (DEBA) textile plant with the Company’s revolutionary new patented product, EPX-4. Industrial Nano Coating >>

QD Vision’s Quantum LightTM Product Platform Drives Expansion in First Half of 2008 - April 11, 2008

QD Vision, developer of nanotechnology-based solutions for displays and lighting, experienced significant growth in the first half of 2008, driven by increased momentum behind its Quantum Light™ product platform. Nanotechnology Display >>

UNC study: shape, not just size, impacts effectiveness of emerging nanomedicine therapies - August 4, 2008

In the budding field of nanotechnology, scientists already know that size does matter.
But now, researchers at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill have shown that shape matters even more — a finding that could lead to new and more effective methods for treating cancer and other diseases, from diabetes and multiple sclerosis to arthritis and obesity. Nanomedicine Therapies >>

Article in LT sheds light on future challenges in the nano food and packaging sector - July 28th, 2008

Companies in the food and packaging sector have long recognized the potential of nanoparticles for the extension of the shelf life of perishable products. The antimicrobial properties displayed e.g. by nano silver can be integrated in a variety of packaging devices. If these substances are contained within the matrix of the packaging and therefore immobilised, they do not represent a health risk to consumers. Nano Food and Packaging >>

Nanomaterials can move up the food chain - July 21, 2008

The potential environmental risks of nanomaterials have been a central argument for regulating the nanotechnology sector. New research suggests that engineered nanomaterials can be transferred from single celled organisms in the lowest levels of the food chain, to higher, multi-celled organisms. Nanomaterial Food Chain >>

Essential Report on Nanomaterials: An Introduction to Synthesis, Properties and Applications Available Now - July 20, 2008

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Nanomaterials: An Introduction to Synthesis, Properties and Applications" report to their offering. Nanomaterials Report >>

Wyden and Snowe Propose Prize Competition to Spur Nanotech Innovation - July 16, 2008

Working to stimulate innovation and private investment in nanotechnology, U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Olympia J. Snowe today introduced the Nanotechnology Innovation and Prize Competition Act. Nanotech Prize >>

Industrial Nanotech, Inc. Expands New EPX Product Line - July 16, 2008

Industrial Nanotech, Inc. today announced that the Company has released a second addition to their patented revolutionary new water-based Nansulate EPX line. EPX-K will offer the same outstanding corrosion and chemical resistance as their EPX-4 product, with increased thermal resistance and greater ease of application due to lower viscosity. Nanotech Product Line >>

Mesothelioma.com Supports Federal Monitoring Of Nanotech Corporations - July 1, 2008

A report released by the University of Madison-Wisconsin’s Nanoscale Science and Engineering Center has revealed that there is a lack of Federal guidelines applicable to the popular area of nanotechnology, and that state health departments are working overtime to regulate nanotech companies. Nanotech Federal Monitoring >>

Nanotechnology Turning Energy & Textile Sectors Smart - June 24, 2008

M+W Zander Selected to Design Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory Facilities in Portugal - June 10, 2008

M+W Zander announced today it has been selected by the international Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL) to design its new nanotechnology center in Braga, Portugal. Nanotechnology Laboratory >>

NaturalNano Announces Two Funded Projects With Specialty Materials Leader Rohm and Haas Company - June 9, 2008

NaturalNano, Inc. today announced a partnership with Philadelphia-based Rohm and Haas Company, a leader in specialty materials, to explore the development of polymers with enhanced properties. Nanomaterials Development >>

Energenics Agrees Enercat Fuel Nanocatalyst Distribution With Eastern European Leader in Nanotechnology - May 27, 2008

Energenics Pte Ltd announced today it has recently agreed to appoint Nanotrade sro as an exclusive Eastern European distributor for its Enercat fuel borne catalyst product. Nanocatalyst >>

Industrial Nanotech, Inc. Announces Program to Help Homeowners on a Budget Reduce Energy Bills with “One Room At A Time” Program - May 27, 2008

Industrial Nanotech, Inc. announced a new incentive program called “One Room At A Time” designed to help homeowners reduce their energy costs by protecting their homes with the Company’s energy saving coating, Nansulate® HomeProtect. Nano Coatings >>

French nanotech boosted by best research tax credit in Europe - May 19, 2008

Support for electronic and medical nanotechnologies continues to be a priority for France. The government has put in place the best research tax credit in Europe for the sector’s R&D activities, so that 50% of R&D costs can be reimbursed during the first year. Nanotech Research Tax Credit >>

Micronora 2008 to Put Nanotechnology in The Limelight - May 19, 2008

Micronora, the international micro-technology and high-precision trade fair, will be held from 23 to 26 September 2008 in Besançon (in Eastern France). In 2008, for the first time, the event will also feature a Nanotechnology Pavilion, which will be open to both companies and R&D centres. Nanotechnology Trade Fair >>

Industrial Nanotech, Inc. Announces Product Launch - May 9, 2008

Industrial Nanotech, Inc. announced recently that the Company has begun production of their revolutionary, patented, NansulateEPX product line at the Company's new manufacturing and distribution center in New Brunswick, NJ. Nanotech Product Launch >>

NanoBusiness Alliance Announces Record Number of Participating Nanotechnology Companies at NanoBusiness 2008 Conference in New York Next Week - May 1, 2008

The NanoBusiness Alliance today announced that a record number of innovative nanotechnology companies will be sponsoring and exhibiting at the NanoBusiness 2008 conference and exhibition, being held May 4 – 6 at the Marriott Marquis in New York City. Nano Conference >>

Transition Time for the National Nanotechnology Initiative - April 24, 2008

In 2001, the U.S. launched the National Nanotechnology Initiative (NNI), the federal coordinating program for nanotechnology research which has channeled $7.2 billion in funding since inception. The NNI has been a great success, catalyzing a virtuous cycle of innovation. Nanotechnology Research >>

Chadbourne Launches Nanotechnologies Practice, Drawing on Firm's 'Critical Mass' of Legal Expertise - April 24, 2008

The international law firm of Chadbourne & Parke announced today that it has launched a nanotechnologies practice, with a transdisciplinary approach bringing together the expertise of long-established Chadbourne practices. Nanotechnology Law Practice >>

University of Glasgow - Nanotechnology paves way for super iPods and more - April 16, 2008

A breakthrough by scientists from the University of Glasgow could see the storage capacity of an iPod increase 150,000 times. Nanotechnology researchers have developed a molecule-sized switch which means that data storage can be dramatically increased without the need to increase the size of devices. Nanotechnology Storage Capacity >>

MIT Enterprise Forum of Cambridge Presents Session on Nanotechnology - April 4, 2008

On April 9, the MIT Enterprise Forum of Cambridge will feature a keynote address by Josh Wolfe, founding partner and managing partner of Lux Capital. Widely recognized as one of the preeminent minds in nanotechnology and investment. Nanotechnology Forum >>

PPG Volunteers for U.S. EPA Nanoscale Materials Stewardship Program- March 24, 2008

PPG Industries has volunteered to participate in the basic program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA's) Nanoscale Materials Stewardship Program (NMSP). Nanoscale Materials >>

NanoBusiness Alliance and Colorado Nanotechnology Alliance Announce New Nanotechnology Conference- March 22, 2008

The NanoBusiness Alliance, the world’s leading nanotechnology trade association and the Colorado Nanotechnology Alliance today announced that it is launching a new conference, The Nano Renewable Energy Summit, to be held in Denver, Colorado from July 20 – 22, 2008. http://www.nanoenergysummit.org Nanotech Conference >>

New Nanotechnology Television Series Does 'Sweat the Small Stuff' - March 10,2008

The Project on Emerging Nanotechnologies (PEN) and National Science Foundation (NSF) will host the Washington, DC, premiere event for the television series "Nanotechnology:
The Power of Small" on Wednesday evening, April 2 Nanotechnology Television Series >>

IBM Scientists discover graphite as a material for building nanoelectronic circuits - March 6, 2008

Researchers today announced a discovery that combats one of the industry's most perplexing problems in using graphite -- the same material found inside pencils -- as a material for building nanoelectonic circuits vastly smaller than those found in today's silicon based computer chips. Nanoelectronic Circuits  >>

Fujitsu Achieves Breakthrough with World's First New Carbon Nanotube Composite - March 3, 2008

Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd. today announced the successful formation of a new nano-scale carbon composite featuring a self-organizing structure[1], by combining carbon nanotubes and graphene which are both nano-scale carbon structures. Carbon Nanotube Composite >>

Micron Foundation Pledges $1.25 Million for USTAR Building - February, 2008

The University of Utah today announced a $1.25 million pledge from the Micron Technology Foundation to support the development of a nanofabrication teaching and research laboratory as a core facility in the new USTAR building now under development on the university’s campus. Nanofabrication >>

Yamaha Named Innovation Award Winner for Nanotechnology Engineering in Personal Watercraft - February 26, 2008

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA announced today that its new lightweight, nano-engineered hull and deck material, NanoXcel™, has won the JEC Group's 2008 Innovation Award, the world's most prestigious recognition in the composites industry. Yamaha is one of only eight companies worldwide to receive this honor. Nanotechnology Engineering >>

The First Book to Teach Children About MEMS and Nanotechnology Now Available from Research and Markets - February 26, 2008

A basic introduction to MEMS and nanotechnology, this 32-page book explores what we can find at the micro- and nano-scale, and then takes a look at various MEMS devices and nanomaterials. Products discussed include accelerometers, gyro sensors, pressure sensors, ink jet nozzles, optical MEMS, lab-on-a-chip, aerogels, carbon nanotubes, dendrimers, fullerenes, nanoclay, nanofibers, nanoparticles and nanowhiskers. Nanotechnology Book >>

Nanocomp Technologies Produces World’s Largest Sheet of Carbon Nanotube Material - February 18, 2008

Nanocomp Technologies, Inc. today announced it has successfully produced 3-foot by 6-foot sheets of carbon nanotube material. This significant production milestone, the result of the company’s ongoing investment in nanotube growth technology and manufacturing capacity, gives Nanocomp the ability to generate the largest cohesive sheets of nanotube material ever produced. Carbon Nanotube Material >>

Prestigious Global Nanoelectronics Research Collaboration Awarded to UAlbany NanoCollege - February 18, 2008

Nanotechnology Business Leaders to Meet With Key Legislators in Washington, D.C. During NanoBusiness Alliance Public Policy Tour - February 11, 2008

The NanoBusiness Alliance today announced that many of its members will converge in Washington, D.C. from February 26 - 28 for its annual Public Policy Tour. As in past years, NanoBusiness Alliance members will meet with key House and Senate Committees, participate in a briefing with the Congressional Nanotech Caucus and High Tech Caucus and meet individual House and Senate members. Nanotechnology Trade Association >>

Industrial Nanotech, Inc. - Nansulate Energy Saving Coatings to be Sold by New Zealand's Largest Building Material Supply Company - February 6, 2008

Industrial Nanotech, Inc. announced that the Company's patented Nansulate® energy saving protective coatings will be sold by New Zealand's largest building material supply company in its chain of 55 home improvement retail megastores, "PlaceMakers", through an agreement reached by the company's New Zealand distributor, Matrex Cold Patch N.Z. Ltd. Energy Saving Nanotech >>

Nanotechnology Transforms Lithium-ion Batteries - February 4, 2008

Nanotechnology could make today’s lithium-ion batteries a thing of the past. Researchers at Stanford University (Palo Alto, CA) have developed a way to use silicon nanowires to improve the rechargeable battery technology commonly used in cordless tools and other devices. The new technology produces 10 times the amount of electricity of existing lithium-ion batteries. Silicon Nanowires >>

Clarkson University's Minko Featured in ACS Nano Podcast - January 29, 2008

Minko was interviewed about a paper he cowrote with Research Professor Mikhail Motornov, graduate student Roman Sheparovych and Professor Evgeny Katz. The article, "Chemical Gating with Nanostructured Responsive Polymer Brushes: Mixed Brush versus Homopolymer Brush," published in the January edition of ACS Nano. Nano Podcast >>

Nanotechnology: The Big News is Small - January 28, 2008

Americans are famous for building big: the tallest sky scraper, the biggest jet, the widest plasma TV screen. But now U.S. entrepreneurs are considering thinking small. Nanotechnology uses particles 80,000 times smaller than a human hair Nanomaterial Environmental Effects >>

Researchers Develop Darkest Manmade Material - January 19, 2008

The material, a thin coating comprised of low-density arrays of loosely vertically-aligned carbon nanotubes, absorbs more than 99.9 percent of light and one day could be used to boost the effectiveness and efficiency of solar energy conversion, infrared sensors, and other devices. Carbon Nanotubes >>

Industrial Nanotech, Inc. Announces Updates to Oil & Gas and Biofuels Projects - January 19, 2008

Two new projects will begin in 2008. One project will be an initial application of the company's patented Nansulate® coatings by Abu Dhabi Gas Industries Ltd. (GASCO), at their Ruwais plant. The total size of this project has not yet been determined and it will be ongoing. Nanocoatings >>

JumpStart Announces Investment in AMT -January 16, 2008

JumpStart Inc. has made an investment commitment of $350,000 in Advanced Materials Technology International LLC (AMTI). The Cleveland-based company is developing and commercializing a line of high-tech, energy-curable, nanoparticle materials for ink and coatings applications. Nanoparticle Materials >>

Advanced Energy Consortium Will Develop Micro and NanoSensors to Boost Energy Production - January 15, 2008

The Richard E. Smalley Institute for Nanoscale Science and Technology at Rice University will be a collaborative technical partner. Geoscientists believe that more oil and gas can be extracted by improving their understanding of the chemical and physical characteristics of existing oil and gas reservoirs. NanoSensors >>

Nanotechnology and food safety - January 8, 2008

Only five years old but an institution… The food safety responsibles meet again at the “KALS” The topic at the “expert day” this year will be “Nano4Food”. Do we have to pay attention to potential risks of nanoparticles, if we eat them? It will be gathered, what is possible, we discuss risks and consumer opinion. A Round-table discussion at the end of this day tries to summarize and to frame an opinion. Nanotechnology Food Safety >>

Nanotechnology Company Closes Equity Financing, Solidifies Strategic Additions to Management Team - January 8, 2008

This week Carbon Nanoprobes Inc., a company specializing in nanotechnology and biotechnology, announced that it had successfully closed an A-round of investment capital as well as solidified several strategic additions to its management team. Nanotechnology Financing >>

NIOSH Informs, Leads Nanotechnology Actions By International Partner Organizations - January 4, 2008

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) provided technical input, support, and leadership for three recent actions by international organizations to address the occupational safety and health implications of nanotechnology. Nanotechnology Safety and Health >>

Nanotechnology Company Closes Equity Financing, Solidifies Strategic Additions to Management Team - January 8, 2008

This week Carbon Nanoprobes Inc., a company specializing in nanotechnology and biotechnology, announced that it had successfully closed an A-round of investment capital as well as solidified several strategic additions to its management team. Nanotechnology Financing >>

NIOSH Informs, Leads Nanotechnology Actions By International Partner Organizations - January 4, 2008

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) provided technical input, support, and leadership for three recent actions by international organizations to address the occupational safety and health implications of nanotechnology. Nanotechnology Safety and Health >>

National Nanotechnology Initiative releases new strategic plan - January 2, 2008

A new strategic plan for the work of the National Nanotechnology Initiative has just been released by the interagency Nanoscale Science, Engineering, and Technology (NSET) Subcommittee of the National Science and Technology Council’s Committee on Technology with support from the National Nanotechnology Coordination Office (NNCO). Nanotechnology Strategic Plan >>

The Future of Nanomaterials - December 28, 2007

The DC-based research and consulting firm Social Technologies recently released a series of 12 briefs that shed light on the top areas for technology innovation through 2025. The brief on “nanomaterials,” by futurist Peter von Stackelberg, is the fourth trend in the series. Nanomaterials >>

ITT Introduces Nano-Miniature Connectors - December 28, 2007

ITT Interconnect Solutions developed a range of nano-miniature connectors that use twist pin micro-miniature contact technology. The connectors feature a reduced contact pitch of 0.635mm, providing significant space and weight savings when compared to conventional micro-miniature connectors. Nano-Miniature Connectors >>

Stanford's nanowire battery holds 10 times the charge of existing ones - December 18, 2007

The new version, developed through research led by Yi Cui, assistant professor of materials science and engineering, produces 10 times the amount of electricity of existing lithium-ion, known as Li-ion, batteries. A laptop that now runs on battery for two hours could operate for 20 hours, a boon to ocean-hopping business travelers. Nanowire Battery >>

Scenario Series Depicts Nanotech Revolution - December 11, 2007

Across eight separate storylines, an international team of policy, technology, and economic specialists has imagined in detail a range of events to see how they might affect the development of advanced nanotechnology over the next 15 years. Nanotech Revolution >>

Nanotech Semiconductor touts breakthrough in CMOS TIA design - December 7, 2007

Nanotech Semiconductor Limited today announced what it claims is a breakthrough in CMOS transimpedance amplifier (TIA) design. Nanotech's new family of 2.5-Gbit and 10-Gbit TIAs offers at least 3-4 dB more sensitivity at each data rate vs. the best existing devices, which are typically in expensive SiGe processes, say company representatives. Nanotech Semiconductor >>

Industrial Nanotech Announces Participation in Major Arctic Pipeline Project - December 4, 2007

Industrial Nanotech, Inc. announced today that the Company is participating in a major arctic pipeline project estimated to span over 3000 miles. “We were recently contacted by an international oil and gas company based in the US to provide a custom formulated version of our patented Nansulate coatings..." Nanotech Coatings >>

Cima NanoTech Selected as a 2008 Technology Pioneer by the World Economic Forum - November 29, 2007

The World Economic Forum today named 39 visionary companies as Technology Pioneers 2008. Cima NanoTech, Inc., based in St. Paul, Minnesota, has been selected as one of these Technology Pioneers for advancing the field of nanomaterials in electronic applications. Nanotech Pioneer >>

Industrial Nanotech Announces Important New Agricultural Market Sector - November 27, 2007

Mr. Alexandros Karatoupouzis, our representative in Greece, first spoke with the Agricultural University of Athens in July of this year," explained Francesca Crolley, V.P. of Operations & Marketing for Industrial Nanotech, Inc. "The university was interested in testing Nansulate to determine its effect on the plant production and energy savings in agricultural greenhouse applications when applied to the clear roof and side panels. Agricultural Nanotech >>

Industrial Nanotech Awards Exclusive Distributorship for Spain to Aktarus S.r.l. - November 12, 2007

Industrial Nanotech, Inc. announced today that it has awarded exclusive distributorship rights for the country of Spain to its current Italian Distributor, Aktarus S.r.l. Industrial Nanotech >>

Public Awareness Of Nanotechnology Stuck At Low Level, According To Polls - October 1, 2007

National survey findings recently released indicate that Americans' awareness of nanotechnology remains low. Nanotech Public Awareness >>

Peter Balbus to Speak at nanoTX'07 Nanotechnology Conference in Dallas, Texas - September 17, 2007

Pragmaxis LLC, a Dallas-based business strategy and technology commercialization consulting firm, announced today that its founder and managing director Peter Balbus will be a featured speaker at the nanoTX'07 conference being held October 2-4, 2007 in Dallas, TX. Nanotechnology Conference >>

French nanotechnology boosted by US and Japanese investment - September 17, 2007

More and more companies from the USA and Japan are investing and launching partnerships in France to take advantage of its cutting-edge nanotechnology expertise. Minalogic, in Grenoble, is among the fast-growing high-tech clusters that are at the forefront of micro-nanotechnology in France. French nanotechnology >>

NanoViricides, Inc Engages Pharmaceutical and Life Science Division of Grubb & Ellis/BRE Commercial - September 10, 2007

 NanoViricides, Inc. announced today that it has signed a letter of agreement with the Pharmaceutical & Life Science Group at Grubb & Ellis|BRE Commercial. The PLSG at G&E|BRE will help NanoViricides develop manufacturing operations. Nanopharmaceuticals >>

Tiny Tubes and Rods Show Promise as Catalysts, Sunscreen - September 10, 2007

Scientists at the U.S. Department of Energy's Brookhaven National Laboratory have developed new ways to make or modify nanorods and nanotubes of titanium oxide, a material used in a variety of industrial and medical applications. Nanomaterials and Nanostructures >>

American Elements Quantum Dots Nanoparticles Basis for Next Generation Lighting Source Solid State Semiconductor Replacing Light Bulb - September 4, 2007

American Elements announced today the formation of a new product group to manage the production, sales and marketing of its quantum dot nanopowder production facilities. The new division was spun off from the Nanometals™ Group and will operate under the tradename AE Quantum Dots™. Nanopowder >>

IBM Unveils Two Major Nanotechnology Breakthroughs as Building Blocks for Atomic Structures and Devices - August 30, 2007

BM  today announced two major scientific achievements in the field of nanotechnology that could one day lead to new kinds of devices and structures built from a few atoms or molecules. Nanostorage >>

Professors envision advanced global travel - August 26, 2007

Nanotechnology and GPS positioning holds the key to making worldwide transportation a simpler affair, two professors from New Zealand have suggested. Nanotechnologically Enhanced Products >>

Nanosys and In-Q-Tel Expand Its Macroelectronics Collaboration to Develop High-Performance Electronics - August 22, 2007

Nanosys, Inc. today announced that it has entered into an agreement to further expand its collaboration with In-Q-Tel, the independent strategic investment firm that identifies innovative technologies to support the mission of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and the broader Intelligence Community. Nanostructure Film >>

Revolutionary Nanotechnology Chip to be Featured at nanoTX’07 - August 21, 2007

The award winning nanophotonic integrated circuit (nPIC) of Applied Research & Photonics will be a highlight during International Nanotechnology Week and has come to be known at the most comprehensive nanotechnology conference and expo outside of Tokyo. Nanotechnology Chip >>

Nanoparticle drug delivery system created - June 27, 2007

U.S. scientists said attaching polymeric nanoparticles to red blood cells might become a new way to deliver drugs. University of California-Santa Barbara researchers determined the procedure dramatically increases the in vivo lifetime of the nanoparticles, suggesting new applications for the delivery of drugs and circulating bioreactors. Nanoparticle Drug Delivery >>

Nanotechnology creates unique transistors - June 26, 2007

U.S. scientists have used nanotechnology to create transparent transistors for use in such consumer electronics as "e-paper" and flexible screens. The research, led by scientists at Purdue and Northwestern universities, involves transistors consisting of "nanowires," or tiny cylindrical structures that are assembled on glass or thin films of flexible plastic. Nanowire Transistors >>

EPA awards OSU nearly $600,000 for Nanotechnology Safety Research - June 22, 2007

Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the award of two grants totaling almost $600,000 to Oregon State University (OSU) for nanotechnology research. These grants will evaluate whether some manmade nanomaterials could be toxic to human health. Nanotechnology Safety Research and Nanotoxicity >>

Opportunities to Present Latest Developments in Advanced Ceramics and Composites, Nanotechnology, Fuel Cells and Ceramic Armor - June 20, 2007

The American Ceramic Society (ACerS) in conjunction with the ACerS Engineering Ceramics and Basic Science Divisions is hosting the 32nd International Conference and Exposition on Advanced Ceramics and Composites in Daytona Beach, Florida, January 28 to February 1, 2008, at the Daytona Beach Hilton and Ocean Center. Nanostructured Materials >>

Nanotechnology a potential boon for Canada - June 19, 2007

The Canadian Institute of Environmental Law and Policy (CIELAP) has just released an important new document discussing a policy framework for nanotechnology in Canada. Nanotechnology is the ability to measure, see, manipulate and manufacture materials at the scale of between 1 and 100 nanometers (nm). Nanotechnology in Canada >>

NASA Nanotechnology Space Sensor Test Successful in Orbit - June 18, 2007

NASA recently tested the first nanotechnology-based electronic device to fly in space. The test showed that the "nanosensor" could monitor trace gases inside a spaceship. This technology could lead to smaller, more capable environmental monitors and smoke detectors in future crew habitats. Nanosensor at NASA >>

Bourne Research to Publish A Consumer's Guide to MEMS and Nanotechnology - June 12, 2007

Bourne Research LLC today announced the upcoming publication of A Consumer's Guide to MEMS and Nanotechnology. The book, authored by Marlene Bourne, President & Principal Analyst of Bourne Research, examines how MEMS and nanotechnology are changing the way we live, work and play. What is Nanotechnology - MEMS and Nanotech >>

ISE-CCM Nanotechnology Index- Benchmark Index for the Nanotechnology Industry - June 12, 2007

Cronus Capital Markets and the International Securities Exchange jointly developed the index. The ISE-CCM Nanotechnology Index includes top Nanotechnology companies such as Cabot Corp., Headwaters Inc., Symyx Technologies Inc., and FEI COMPANY. Nanotechnology Index >>

Nanotechnology the new buzz word in dental implants - June 9, 2007

Millennium Research Group (MRG) has conducted a detailed analysis of the US dental implant market in its US Markets for Dental Implants 2007 report. The analysis reveals that nanotechnology is creating a new buzz in the dental implant market. Nanotech Dental Implants >>

New Field Of Nanotechnology Leads To Novel Control Of Quantum State In Electrons - May 31, 2007

A University of Alberta research team has combined two fields of study in nanotechnology to create a third field that the researchers believe will lead to revolutionary advances in computer electronics, among many other areas. Spintronics and Spinplasmonics >>

Something Big Happening in Nanotechnology - May 30, 2007

Nobel laureate Professor Sir Harry Kroto will officially open the Nottingham Nanotechnology and Nanoscience Centre ( NNNC ) at The University of Nottingham on Monday 18th June. Nottingham Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Centre NNCC >>

Explay Unveils oio, the First Real Pocket Nano-projector at SID 2007 - May 22, 2007

Explay introduced and demonstrated the oio at a press conference at SID 2007 in Long Beach, California today. oio, the first truly mobile and fully operational nano-projector, displayed a high image quality and brightness. Nanoprojector from Explay >>

Europeans weigh nanofood risks with benefits - May 22, 2007

Led by Michael Siegrist, a social psychologist, researchers in Switzerland concluded that the perceived benefits of nanotechnology seem to be the most important predictors for willingness to buy foods processed or packaged using the techniques. Nanofood Risks >>

NeoPhotonics to Discuss Latest Advances in Nanophotonics for Optical Networking Products at Major Investor and Nanotech Conferences - May 21, 2007

NeoPhotonics Corporation today announced that President and CEO Tim Jenks and senior technical staff will present, respectively, at the JPMorgan Technology Conference in Boston and at the NSTI Nanotech 2007 event in Santa Clara, California. Nanophotonics for Optical Networking >>

Nano-Terra Inc. Announces Multi-Year Development and Licensing Agreement with 3M - May 17, 2007

In an effort to more fully realize the potential of nanotechnology fabrication in advanced materials and devices, the Nano-Terra Company today announced a multi-year development and licensing agreement with 3M. Nanoscale Fabrication >>

Nanoparticle drug delivery system created - June 27, 2007

U.S. scientists said attaching polymeric nanoparticles to red blood cells might become a new way to deliver drugs. University of California-Santa Barbara researchers determined the procedure dramatically increases the in vivo lifetime of the nanoparticles, suggesting new applications for the delivery of drugs and circulating bioreactors. Nanoparticle Drug Delivery >>

Nanotechnology creates unique transistors - June 26, 2007

U.S. scientists have used nanotechnology to create transparent transistors for use in such consumer electronics as "e-paper" and flexible screens. The research, led by scientists at Purdue and Northwestern universities, involves transistors consisting of "nanowires," or tiny cylindrical structures that are assembled on glass or thin films of flexible plastic. Nanowire Transistors >>

EPA awards OSU nearly $600,000 for Nanotechnology Safety Research - June 22, 2007

Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the award of two grants totaling almost $600,000 to Oregon State University (OSU) for nanotechnology research. These grants will evaluate whether some manmade nanomaterials could be toxic to human health. Nanotechnology Safety Research and Nanotoxicity >>

Opportunities to Present Latest Developments in Advanced Ceramics and Composites, Nanotechnology, Fuel Cells and Ceramic Armor - June 20, 2007

The American Ceramic Society (ACerS) in conjunction with the ACerS Engineering Ceramics and Basic Science Divisions is hosting the 32nd International Conference and Exposition on Advanced Ceramics and Composites in Daytona Beach, Florida, January 28 to February 1, 2008, at the Daytona Beach Hilton and Ocean Center. Nanostructured Materials >>

Nanotechnology a potential boon for Canada - June 19, 2007

The Canadian Institute of Environmental Law and Policy (CIELAP) has just released an important new document discussing a policy framework for nanotechnology in Canada. Nanotechnology is the ability to measure, see, manipulate and manufacture materials at the scale of between 1 and 100 nanometers (nm). Nanotechnology in Canada >>

NASA Nanotechnology Space Sensor Test Successful in Orbit - June 18, 2007

NASA recently tested the first nanotechnology-based electronic device to fly in space. The test showed that the "nanosensor" could monitor trace gases inside a spaceship. This technology could lead to smaller, more capable environmental monitors and smoke detectors in future crew habitats. Nanosensor at NASA >>

Bourne Research to Publish A Consumer's Guide to MEMS and Nanotechnology - June 12, 2007

Bourne Research LLC today announced the upcoming publication of A Consumer's Guide to MEMS and Nanotechnology. The book, authored by Marlene Bourne, President & Principal Analyst of Bourne Research, examines how MEMS and nanotechnology are changing the way we live, work and play. What is Nanotechnology - MEMS and Nanotech >>

ISE-CCM Nanotechnology Index- Benchmark Index for the Nanotechnology Industry - June 12, 2007

Cronus Capital Markets and the International Securities Exchange jointly developed the index. The ISE-CCM Nanotechnology Index includes top Nanotechnology companies such as Cabot Corp., Headwaters Inc., Symyx Technologies Inc., and FEI COMPANY. Nanotechnology Index >>

Nanotechnology the new buzz word in dental implants - June 9, 2007

Millennium Research Group (MRG) has conducted a detailed analysis of the US dental implant market in its US Markets for Dental Implants 2007 report. The analysis reveals that nanotechnology is creating a new buzz in the dental implant market. Nanotech Dental Implants >>

New Field Of Nanotechnology Leads To Novel Control Of Quantum State In Electrons - May 31, 2007

A University of Alberta research team has combined two fields of study in nanotechnology to create a third field that the researchers believe will lead to revolutionary advances in computer electronics, among many other areas. Spintronics and Spinplasmonics >>

Something Big Happening in Nanotechnology - May 30, 2007

Nobel laureate Professor Sir Harry Kroto will officially open the Nottingham Nanotechnology and Nanoscience Centre ( NNNC ) at The University of Nottingham on Monday 18th June. Nottingham Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Centre NNCC >>

MFIC Corporation Unveils Breakthrough Microfluidics Reaction Technology For Drug Formulation - May 25, 2007

MFIC Corporation presented a significant discovery in their development program called Microfluidics Reaction Technology during a poster presentation at the Nano Science and Technology Institute Nanotech 2007 Conference on Tuesday, May 22, 2007. Microfluidics Reaction Technology >>

Huge Things Planned for Nanotechnology in Australia - May 23, 2007

Australia's nanotechnology is expecting further growth with the establishment of a $21.5 million (US$17.8 million) National Nanotechnology Strategy, announced by Prime Minister John Howard and Industry Minister Ian Macfarlane. Nanotechnology in Australia >>

Explay Unveils oio, the First Real Pocket Nano-projector at SID 2007 - May 22, 2007

Explay introduced and demonstrated the oio at a press conference at SID 2007 in Long Beach, California today. oio, the first truly mobile and fully operational nano-projector, displayed a high image quality and brightness. Nanoprojector from Explay >>

Europeans weigh nanofood risks with benefits - May 22, 2007

Led by Michael Siegrist, a social psychologist, researchers in Switzerland concluded that the perceived benefits of nanotechnology seem to be the most important predictors for willingness to buy foods processed or packaged using the techniques. Nanofood Risks >>

NeoPhotonics to Discuss Latest Advances in Nanophotonics for Optical Networking Products at Major Investor and Nanotech Conferences - May 21, 2007

NeoPhotonics Corporation today announced that President and CEO Tim Jenks and senior technical staff will present, respectively, at the JPMorgan Technology Conference in Boston and at the NSTI Nanotech 2007 event in Santa Clara, California. Nanophotonics for Optical Networking >>

Nano-Terra Inc. Announces Multi-Year Development and Licensing Agreement with 3M - May 17, 2007

In an effort to more fully realize the potential of nanotechnology fabrication in advanced materials and devices, the Nano-Terra Company today announced a multi-year development and licensing agreement with 3M. Nanoscale Fabrication >>

Nano-Learner™ Maximizes E-Learning ROI through a Multi-Sensory Experience - May 14, 2007

Nano-Learner™ is a new innovative miniaturized powerful learning process which can change e-learning from a transactional process to a transformational experience by engaging the user at a deep emotional level through a multi-sensory experience. Nanolearning >>

Physik Instrumente announces piezo-bender Nano Actuators - May 4, 2007

PI (Physik Instrumente) L.P. offers the P-871 closed-loop piezo bender actuators and E-614 OEM controllers. These unique long-travel piezo transducer systems are based on PI’s ceramic encapsulated PICMA® multilayer actuator technology. Nanoactuator Piezo Transducer Systems >>

Nano Chemical Systems Holding Announces Nano-Encapsulation With Intelligent Dust™ to Increase the Shelf Life of Soybean Biofuel Feed Stocks - April 25, 2007

Nano Chemical Systems Holdings, Inc. announced today its launching of a new initiative which will marry two proprietary technologies of the Company to extend the shelf life of soybean biofuel feed stocks incrementally for six months at a time. Nanochemicals and Nanoencapsulation >>