Posts Tagged ‘molecular engineering’
Nano pickle: Pick the perfect proteins
U. PENN (US) — A new algorithm helps engineers tackle the seemingly impossible task of selecting the right raw materials for nanoscale construction. Continue…
Tuesday, June 7, 2011 12:17 - 0 Comments
Science & Technology - Nov 23, 2010 13:16 - 1 Comment
Build it 3-D and nanodevices will come
U. NOTTINGHAM (UK) — By demonstrating how to build 3-D molecular structures on a surface for the first time, researchers have taken a big step closer to developing new nanodevices. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Nov 3, 2010 9:30 - 0 Comments
Prostate tissue kept alive and working
JOHNS HOPKINS (US) — Scientists have found a way to keep surgically removed prostate tissue alive and functioning normally for up to a week. (more…)
Science & Technology - Jul 6, 2010 10:35 - 0 Comments
First 3-D image of sub-nano pores
CORNELL (US)—In the quest for faster and cheaper computers, scientists have imaged pore structures in insulation material at sub-nanometer scales for the first time. (more…)
Science & Technology - May 13, 2010 13:09 - 0 Comments
‘Spider’ molecules behave like nanorobots
CALTECH/ U. MICHIGAN (US)—Researchers have programmed an autonomous molecular “robot” made out of DNA to start, move, turn, and stop while following a DNA track. The work is a step toward developing molecular-scale medical devices that can reposition or even rebuild themselves to accomplish different tasks. (more…)
Science & Technology - Feb 8, 2010 11:36 - 1 Comment
For liquid crystals, shape matters
TEXAS A&M (US)—A new method for manipulating the molecules of liquid crystals could result in more effective industrial sealants, food packaging that keeps food fresh longer, and even enhanced electronic displays and fuel-cell technology. (more…)
Science & Technology - Jan 11, 2010 14:09 - 1 Comment
Nanodragsters hit the street
RICE—Chemists are building better and better nanomachines, the latest of which is a nanodragster—named for its characteristic hot-rod shape—with small wheels on a short axle in the front and large wheels on a long axle in the back. (more…)
