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Gold triggers a simple way to make multi-element nanoparticles for catalysis

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

A new method uses gold to assemble multi-element nanoparticles under mild conditions, offering improvements in catalytic activity and long-term stability.

Apr 28, 2025

Scientists observe how blobs form crystals and discover a new crystal type

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

In exploring how crystals form, researchers came across an unusual, rod-shaped crystal that hadn't been identified before.

Apr 28, 2025

Sparc Technologies reports positive ecosparc field trial results

Graphene Info   -   Scientific and Educational Websites

Sparc Technologies has announced successful initial inspection results for its ecosparc-enhanced anti-corrosion coating in a field trial at Streaky Bay Jetty, South Australia. According to the recent announcement, the graphene-based additive showe...

Apr 28, 2025

Researchers use nanoparticles to target glioblastoma in mice

Technology Org   -   Scientific News Websites

Glioblastoma multiforme is an aggressive brain tumor that mainly affects adults. Approximately 30,000 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with GBM every year and patients have a 5-year survival rate of 7%.

Apr 27, 2025

Nanotechnology could improve odds in treating aggressive breast cancers

Technology Org   -   Scientific News Websites

University of Queensland researchers are designing nanotechnology they believe could improve how we treat the most aggressive form of breast cancer.

Apr 27, 2025

Paladin Power to partner with Emtel Energy USA on graphene-based energy storage system

Graphene Info   -   Scientific and Educational Websites

Paladin Power, a leader in next-generation energy storage systems, has announced a joint venture with Emtel Energy USA, a global innovator in solid-state graphene energy storage technology. The partnership will focus on co-developing a fully integ...

Apr 27, 2025

Self-powered sensors enable real-time speed and skidding monitoring in high-speed bearings

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

A new self-powered bearing sensor system tracks speed and skidding in real time, offering precise, durable monitoring to improve industrial machine reliability.

Apr 26, 2025

A new catalyst sporting a graphene-protective layer and porous carbon support could enable better fuel cells

Graphene Info   -   Scientific and Educational Websites

Researchers at UCLA and University of California have designed a graphene-nanopocket-protected, pore-confined and electrochemically accessible Pt nanocatalyst supported on Ketjenblack carbon that could dramatically extend the lifespan of fuel cell...

Apr 26, 2025

Structure dictates effectiveness and safety in nanomedicine, driving therapeutic innovation, say scientists

Phys.org   -   Scientific News Websites

Historically, the vast majority of pharmaceutical drugs have been meticulously designed down to the atomic level. The specific location of each atom within the drug molecule is a critical factor in determining how well it works and how safe it is....

Apr 25, 2025

Ultrasonic nanocrystal surface modification restores stainless steel's corrosion resistance

Phys.org   -   Scientific News Websites

Found in everything from kitchen appliances to sustainable energy infrastructure, stainless steels are used extensively due to their excellent corrosion (rusting) resistance. They're an important material in many industries, including manufac...

Apr 25, 2025

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