Self-Assembling, Tunable Interfaces Found in Quantum Materials
A potential revolution in device engineering could be underway, thanks to the discovery of functional electronic interfaces in quantum materials that can self-assemble spontaneously. Read more
Daylight Turns Plastic Sheet into Germ-Killing Material
Scientists have developed membranes that produce a tiny bit of disinfecting hydrogen peroxide when exposed to light. They could find their way into food packaging as well, the researchers say, helping cut down on foodborne diseases. Read more
Nanosilicates grow bone and cartilage tissue from stem cells in the absence of growth factors
Human stem cells have shown potential in medicine as they can transform to various specialized cell types such as bone and cartilage cells. Read more
Scalable manufacturing process spools out strips of graphene for use in ultrathin membranes
MIT engineers have developed a continuous manufacturing process that produces long strips of high-quality graphene. Read more
Our phones could soon be sending data by light
Researchers have developed a method to fabricate silicon chips that can communicate with light and are no more expensive than current chip technology. Read more
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Nanotechnology Research and Development Infrastructure
Under the National Nanotechnology Initiative, several participating agencies have built or supported the development of user facilities and have established and developed multidisciplinary research and education centers across the United States.
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Responsible Development of Nanotechnology
With the advent of new technologies, including nanotechnology, one should consider both potential benefits and unintended risks to human health and the environment that might accompany development.
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Nanotechnology Commercialization
NNI agencies are collaborating with industry to facilitate the commercialization of federally funded nanotechnology discoveries.
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Nanotechnology Signature Initiatives and Nanotechnology-Inspired Grand Challenges
The National Nanotechnology Coordination Office leads two major efforts to enhance coordination and collaboration among the participating agencies of the National Nanotechnology Initiative and to engage with the public: Nanotechnology Signature Initiatives and Nanotechnology-Enabled Grand Challenges.
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Nanotechnology Research and Development Infrastructure
Under the National Nanotechnology Initiative, several participating agencies have built or supported the development of user facilities and have established and developed multidisciplinary research and education centers across the United States.
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Responsible Development of Nanotechnology
With the advent of new technologies, including nanotechnology, one should consider both potential benefits and unintended risks to human health and the environment that might accompany development.
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