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Measuring & Characterizing Nanoparticle Size – TEM vs SEM

Article - 4 Sep 2015

Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) and Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) are widely considered the gold standard for nanoparticle characterization. However, choosing which to employ is a complex...

Nanoparticle Tracking Analysis for the Measurement of Environmental Impact of Nanomaterial Wastes and Contaminants

Article - 6 Jul 2015

NTA is crucial for analyzing nanomaterial waste's environmental impact, though it can't detect

The Challenges Facing Graphene Commercialisation

Article - 20 Mar 2015

In this Thought Leader interview, Dr Ania Servant, Knowledge Exchange Fellow for the National Graphene Institute (NGI) at the University of Manchester, talks to AZoNano about the fundamental...

2015: The Year of the Trillion Dollar Nanotechnology Market?

Article - 2 Jan 2015

One of the most widely repeated predictions for nanotechnologies was its role in the creation of a trillion dollar industry by 2015. Were they right?

The Future of Power at a Nano Scale

Article - 2 Oct 2014

The future of power may be on the nanoscale. Scientist around the world are currently trying to solve some of the major issues associated with todays technology. Advancements in solar cells, batteries...

Fine Tuning Graphene with Nano-Ribbons

Article - 17 Jul 2014

Researchers from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) have developed a new way of using graphene ribbons to fine tune the wonder material causing it to act like a semiconductor.

Nanotubes to Revolutionize Lithium-Ion Batteries

Article - 15 Jul 2014

We are constantly seeking to increase the lives of batteries. No matter how advanced a cell phone is or how far an electric vehicle can drive on one charge, there is always the necessity to try and...

Applications of Graphene in Medicine

Article - 9 Sep 2014

With exceptional electrical, optical, mechanical and chemical properties, Graphene was deemed a wonder material upon its fabrication in Manchester, UK in 2004. It is comprised solely of carbon bonded...

Advanced Materials Used in Military Technology

Article - 15 Nov 2013

DARPA, the research arm of the United States defense agencies, has been in pursuit of special suit for warriors that would utilize advanced robotics and nanomaterials technology to prevent injury and...

Gelatin-Based Catalyst Could Replace Platinum for Fuel Cells

Article - 4 Oct 2013

A new fuel cell catalyst made from gelatin has been created at Birmingham University. The material could replace the much more expensive platinum in fuel cells for vehicles and small-scale electricity...