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Nano-particles to Treat Nickel-Related Skin Ailments

Nano-particles could treat people allergic to nickel present in consumer products such as jewelry, coins and cell phones, according to researchers at Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH).

8 Apr 2011

Biodegradable Polymer Nanoparticles Combat Drug-Resistant Superbugs

Scientists at the Institute of Bioengineering and Nanotechnology (IBN) and IBM Research – Almaden have developed the first biodegradable polymer nanoparticles to combat drug-resistant superbugs, such as Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).

3 Apr 2011

Nanotechnology for Healthcare and Medical Applications

Nanotechnology is being used in production and industrial applications in North Carolina, especially in healthcare and life sciences. Companies help apply nanotechnology in medicines and medical equipment. The North C...

2 Apr 2011

Report Analyzes Use of Nanotechnology in Pharmaceuticals

GBI Research, a company that offers business intelligence, has recently published its report titled, ‘Nanotechnology in Drug Delivery - Technological Improvements and Novel Approaches to Fulfill High Potential’.

31 Mar 2011

Polymeric Nanoparticles to Fight Cancer of the Pancreas

The SaveMe project introduced in March will develop nanotechnology-based solutions to diagnose and treat cancer of the pancreas.

31 Mar 2011

Acquisition of High-Resolution Microscope to Advance Nanotechnology Research in Africa

A state-of-the-art high-resolution transmission electron microscope (HRTEM) has been purchased by the Department of Science and Technology, South Africa.

31 Mar 2011

Pediatric Center Focuses on Nano-Medicine for Pediatric Care

Researchers at the Center for Pediatric Nanomedicine (CPN) will design specific, nanoparticles in an endeavor to treat pediatric illnesses. Focus will be on pediatric heart disease and thrombosis, infectious diseases,...

30 Mar 2011

Cleaning Enzymes to Remove Drug Nano-Particles from Body

Dr Julianna Olah, an EU Marie Curie Fellow in Bristol has worked with Professor Jeremy Harvey and Professor Adrian Mulholland of Bristol's School of Chemistry, to analyze a group of enzymes called cytochromes P450, which help remove drug molecules from the human body.

30 Mar 2011

Molecular Nano-Motor to Repair Damage in DNA Structure

Researchers at The Scripps Research Institute have developed a technology that offers insights into the functioning of the molecular motor inside the DNA structure. This development, they say could impact treatment of me...

30 Mar 2011

GenScript Signs Worldwide Non-Exclusive License Agreement with TransGenic

GenScript has made a worldwide (excluding Japan) non-exclusive license agreement with TransGenic for utilizing the GANP (Germinal Center Associated Nuclear Protein) technology in the development of antibodies with high affinity.

30 Mar 2011