Advances in 3D Imaging with Atomic Force Microscopy
Researchers at Nano Life Science Institute (WPI-NanoLSI), Kanazawa University, have achieved a breakthrough in 3D imaging using atomic force microscopy (AFM), showcasing the potential of this technique in visualizing complex biological systems. By imaging a suspended nanostructure, the team has opened new possibilities for studying living cells and flexible molecular structures in three dimensions.
University of Chicago President Wins 2024 Kavli Prize in Nanoscience
University of Chicago President, Paul Alivisatos, awarded the prestigious 2024 Kavli Prize in Nanoscience for groundbreaking research in nanoscale materials for medical applications. Alivisatos, along with MIT’s Robert Langer and Northwestern University’s Chad Mirkin, revolutionized nanomedicine, advancing biomedical research and applications. The $1 million prize ceremony will take place in Norway in September, honoring their collaborative efforts and significant impact on medicine and biological discovery.
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.
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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.
Groundbreaking Soft Implantable Device Developed for Recording Brain Activity
This week, a groundbreaking development in the field of neuroscience has been announced. A team of researchers from the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, in collaboration with The University of Texas at Austin, MIT, and…
Physicists Trap Atoms of Krypton Inside Carbon Nanotube
Physicists at the University of Nottingham have made a groundbreaking discovery using advanced transmission electron microscopy (TEM) methods. They have successfully trapped atoms of krypton inside a carbon nanotube to form a one-dimensional gas. The study, led by Cardillo-Zallo et…
Electric Fields of Cells Repel Nanoparticles, Impacting Drug Design and Delivery
An intriguing discovery has been made by scientists regarding the electric fields of cells and their ability to repel nanoparticles, especially those with little or no electrical charge. The findings, published in the Journal of the American Chemical Society, shed…
New Nanotherapy Offers Breakthrough in Allergy Treatment
Northwestern University researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of allergy treatment. They have developed a new therapy that can selectively prevent allergic reactions without suppressing the entire immune system. The therapy involves decorating nanoparticles with antibodies capable…
Nanorobots Show Promise in Bladder Cancer Treatment
Researchers at the Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia (IBEC) and CIC biomaGUNE have made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of cancer treatment. Their study, published in Nature Nanotechnology, reveals the successful reduction of bladder tumors in mice by 90%…