Graphene shows potential as novel anti-cancer therapeutic strategy

Scientists have used graphene to target and neutralise cancer stem cells while not harming other cells.

nANO meets water VI: Nanotechnik für die Wasser-Praxis

Am 19. Februar 2015 hieß es wieder 'nANO meets water' bei Fraunhofer UMSICHT. Gut 100 Fachleute aus Industrie und Wirtschaft kamen nach Oberhausen, um sich beim Thema Innovationen und Risiken von Nanomaterialien für die Wassertechnik auf den neuesten Stand zu bringen.

New nanowire structure absorbs light efficiently

Dual-type nanowire arrays can be used in applications such as LEDs and solar cells.

Cutting-edge technology optimizes cancer therapy with nanomedicine drug combinations

Bioengineers develop platform that offers personalized approach to treatment.

Optical nanoantennas set the stage for a NEMS lab-on-a-chip revolution

Newly developed tiny antennas, likened to spotlights on the nanoscale, offer the potential to measure food safety, identify pollutants in the air and even quickly diagnose and treat cancer, according to the scientists who created them.

Together, nanotechnology and genetic interference may tackle 'untreatable' brain tumors

Researchers' groundbreaking strategy stops brain tumor cell proliferation with targeted nanoparticles.

Nanoboxes provide breakthrough in rechargeable batteries

Researchers have synthesized silicate-based nanoboxes that could more than double the energy capacity of lithium-ion batteries as compared to conventional phosphate-based cathodes.