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Scientists Discover Molecular Mechanisms Responsible for Adherens Junction Formation at the Nanoscale Level

Scientists at the Mechanobiology Institute (MBI) at the National University of Singapore (NUS) have discovered the molecular mechanisms responsible for the formation of the adherens junction at the nanoscale level. This research is published in Developmental Cell (Wu et al., Actin-delimited adhesion-independent clustering of E-cadherin forms the nanoscale building blocks of adherens junctions, Developmental Cell, 16 Jan 2015, doi.org/10.1016/j.devcel.2014.12.003).

19 Jan 2015

Two ‘Parent’ Nanoparticles Method Holds Promise for More Efficient Medical Treatments

More efficient medical treatments could be developed thanks to a new method for triggering the rearrangement of chemical particles.

19 Jan 2015

NeuroInDx Releases UnipicK Universal Cell Collection and Tissue Microdissection System

NeuroInDx, Inc. is proud to announce the release of the highly anticipated UnipicKTM, a universal cell collection and tissue microdissection system.

14 Jan 2015

Nano3D Biosciences to Exhibit Revolutionary Bio-Assembler Device at Biotech Showcase 2015

Rainbow Coral Corp. executive leadership will preview the latest innovations and network with top biotechnology investors this week at Biotech Showcase 2015 in San Francisco, where the company’s joint venture partner, Nano3D Biosciences (n3D) will exhibit the revolutionary Bio-Assembler device.

14 Jan 2015

Novel Microfluidic Device Allows Electroporation of Stem Cells During Differentiation

Electroporation is a powerful technique in molecular biology. By using an electrical pulse to create a temporary nanopore in a cell membrane, researchers can deliver chemicals, drugs, and DNA directly into a single cell.

14 Jan 2015

Researchers Develop Nanoscale Surface which Prevents Bacterial Attachment

Researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and Cornell University have devised a new nanoscale surface which uses an electrochemical anodization process in order to prevent the surface attachment of bacteria.

12 Jan 2015

Sangamo BioSciences In-Licenses Nanoparticle Technology for Systemic mRNA Delivery of ZFNs

Sangamo BioSciences, Inc. announced that the company has in-licensed nanoparticle technology to enable systemic messenger RNA (mRNA) delivery of Sangamo's proprietary zinc finger nucleases (ZFNs). mRNA delivery of ZFNs is being used in the development of the next generation of Sangamo's ZFP Therapeutics®.

9 Jan 2015

Malvern Product Development Manager to Present On-Line Nanoparticle Characterization at IFPAC 2015

Malvern Panalytical’ Product Development Manager for Process Systems, Alon Vaisman, will be presenting two papers covering two very different analytical techniques and their applications at the 2015 Annual Meeting of the International Forum on Process Analytical Technology and Quality by Design (IFPAC®).

From Malvern Panalytical 6 Jan 2015

OSU's New System Using Nanoparticles Can Improve Cancer Surgery, Phototherapy

Researchers at Oregon State University have developed a new way to selectively insert compounds into cancer cells - a system that will help surgeons identify malignant tissues and then, in combination with phototherapy, kill any remaining cancer cells after a tumor is removed.

6 Jan 2015

Researchers Build New Nano-Machines with DNA Origami

If the new nano-machines built at The Ohio State University look familiar, it’s because they were designed with full-size mechanical parts such as hinges and pistons in mind.

6 Jan 2015

Bionanotechnology News

Scientists Discover Molecular Mechanisms Responsible for Adherens Junction Formation at the Nanoscale Level

Two ‘Parent’ Nanoparticles Method Holds Promise for More Efficient Medical Treatments

NeuroInDx Releases UnipicK Universal Cell Collection and Tissue Microdissection System

Nano3D Biosciences to Exhibit Revolutionary Bio-Assembler Device at Biotech Showcase 2015

Novel Microfluidic Device Allows Electroporation of Stem Cells During Differentiation

Researchers Develop Nanoscale Surface which Prevents Bacterial Attachment

Sangamo BioSciences In-Licenses Nanoparticle Technology for Systemic mRNA Delivery of ZFNs

Malvern Product Development Manager to Present On-Line Nanoparticle Characterization at IFPAC 2015

OSU's New System Using Nanoparticles Can Improve Cancer Surgery, Phototherapy

Researchers Build New Nano-Machines with DNA Origami

Gold Nanoparticles to Restore Vision in Retinal Disorders

Biochar-Modified Titanium Dioxide Nanocomposites for Enhanced Water Treatment

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Light-Induced Symmetry Shifts Enable New Advances in Nanomaterials

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Electrospinning and the Future of Nanotechnology

How Electrospinning is Shaping the Future of Nanotechnology

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