Regulatory considerations for nanotechnology in Australia

Publication of the report 'Nanotechnologies for pesticides and veterinary medicines: regulatory considerations' marks the culmination of four years of APVMA-led research, consultation and collaboration.

Europeans discuss application of graphene in defence

Experts from Ministries of Defence, European entities, industry and academia participated in an EDA workshop to discuss current and future areas of application of graphene in defence.

Nanoparticle transport system for genes thwarts brain cancer in rats

Researchers have designed a nanoparticle transport system for gene delivery that destroys deadly brain gliomas in a rat model, significantly extending the lives of the treated animals. The nanoparticles are filled with genes for an enzyme that converts a prodrug called ganciclovir into a potent destroyer of the glioma cells.

Quantum physics provides startling insights into biological processes

Researchers in the European project PAPETS are getting a more fundamental understanding of how photosynthesis works and this could result in the design of much more efficient solar cells.

Graphene-based film can be used for efficient cooling of electronics

The film has a thermal conductivity capacity that is four times that of copper; moreover, the graphene film is attachable to electronic components made of silicon.

Watching protein crystal growth in living cells in real time

In vivo protein crystallization offers exciting new possibilities for proteins that do not form crystals in vitro.

Researchers develop basic computing elements for bacteria

Sensors, memory switches, and circuits can be encoded in a common gut bacterium.