As the quest for a COVID-19 vaccine continues, researchers working in other areas of science such as nanotechnology have joined the battle against the virus.
In June 2020, engineers at the University of California San Diego published a paper demonstrating the prospect of using "nanosponges" to fight against severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (COVID-19).
By Dr. Parva Chhantyal
29 Jul 2020
Nanowear's companion diagnostic platform senses multiple biological inputs and sends alerts to help doctors and patients prevent congestive heart failure. The cloth-based nanotechnology is set to revolutionize healthcare with its applicability in connected-care technology.
A team of researchers from the Queensland University of Technology, alongside those at Griffith University, has established a new way of producing carbon nanotubes from human hair waste for use in flexible smart displays.
By Sarah Moore
21 Jul 2020
Engineered nanomaterials, as well as various nanotechnology devices and systems, offer innovative and improved solutions for the remediation of contaminated soil.
By Benedette Cuffari
20 Jul 2020
Nanotechnology has infiltrated its way into many industries, making significant improvements along the way. However, the agricultural sector has yet to reap the rewards nanotechnology has to offer.
By Kerry Taylor-Smith
17 Jul 2020
According to a recent study, new nanofiber technology from Harvard University and the US Army could help protect against both the extreme impact of bullets and the intense heat of explosions – possibly leading to the creation of next-generation body armor.
By Brett Smith
17 Jul 2020
Research teams across the world have developed reusable, nanotechnology-based face masks for increased safety from virus particles.
By Dr. Priyom Bose
16 Jul 2020
Nanomedicine, which often encompasses nanodiagnostics and nanotherapies, has revolutionized the treatment options for individuals suffering from a myriad of diseases, particularly cancer.
By Benedette Cuffari
15 Jul 2020
Spinning a magnetic property of electrons and other fundamental particles promises to play an essential role in the future of data storage and transmission. Two new pieces of spintronics research investigate this tiny phenomenon that could have huge implications for computing.
By Robert Lea
14 Jul 2020