To untangle the effects of nanoparticles on microbes, look at the genes

Nanoparticles are one of a long list of substances that can perturb microbes, but teasing out their effects is a Sisyphean task.

Biocompatible anti-burn nanotechnology fibers that act as 'living bandages'

Researchers present a new therapeutic material based on nanofibers made of polycaprolactone modified with a thin-film antibacterial composition and plasma components of human blood. Biodegradable bandages made from these fibers will accelerate the growth of tissue cells twice as quickly.

Deep-brain exploration with nanotechnology material

A less invasive way to stimulate the mouse brain with light.

System draws power from daily temperature swings

A new device can draw power out of the daily cycle of temperature swings to power remote sensors or communications systems.

Creating low-cost, pain-free injections

Researchers devise a new, inexpensive way to fabricate microneedles.

Gel uses nanoparticles for on-demand control of droplet shapes

Scientists discovered a simple way to form stabilized droplets in a variety of structures. Tightly packed nanoparticle-polymer assemblies at droplet surfaces were squeezed into desired shapes assemblies with an electric field.

New printing technique uses cells and molecules to recreate biological structures

Researchers have developed a printing technique using cells and molecules normally found in natural tissues to create constructs that resemble biological structures.