Revolutionary Vortex Fluidic Device Creates Gold Nanoparticles Without Harmful Chemicals
Researchers at Flinders University in South Australia have developed a groundbreaking method to create gold nanoparticles using a vortex fluidic device without harmful chemicals. This innovative approach not only produced nanoparticles but also revealed a contact electrification reaction in water, generating hydrogen and hydrogen peroxide. The environmentally friendly and efficient process offers potential applications in various fields such as drug delivery, catalysis, sensing, and electronics.
Study Suggests Graphene Material Could Be Developed Further Without Acute Risk to Human Health
A groundbreaking study published in Nature Nanotechnology reveals the potential of graphene oxide to be developed further without acute risk to human health. The first controlled exposure clinical trial in people showed no short-term adverse effects on lung or cardiovascular function. This paves the way for the continued exploration and development of graphene-based solutions for global challenges, prioritizing human health and safety.