Nanotechnology

History of Nanotechnology
Nanotechnology is a subject of special interest in the scientific community. Mr. Taniguchi of Tokyo Science University, defined nanotechnology in 1974, as the process of separation, consolidation and deformation of materials by one atom or one molecule.

What are Some Disadvantages of Nanotechnology
What is nanotechnology all about? What are the potential disadvantages of nanotechnology? Read on to find out.

Nanotechnology: Practical applications
We saw the way in which nanotechnology was started and how it works as well as techniques used for formation of nanoparticles. Here we look upon some of the most common applications of nanotechnology that have swept into the market and created a (nano) storm.

Nanotechnology: Smaller is better
The direction of technology is heading towards nano at breakneck speed. Dr. Feynman envisioned it in 1959 and since then nanotechnology, the field of construction from atoms and molecules, has proved to benefit that part of science that is purely application oriented.

A Closer Look At Nanomedicine
For centuries, man has searched for miracle cures to end suffering caused by disease and injury. Many researchers believe nanotechnology may be mankind’s first "giant step" toward this goal. Whether these beliefs are based on facts or hope, many corporations and governments are willing to invest a great deal of money to find out what happens when nanotechnology is used for medical applications – the emerging field of nanomedicine.

Nanotechnology saves Renaissance masterpieces, Mayan wallpaintings, and old shipwrecks
Nanotechnology has recently found practical applications in the conservation and restoration of the world’s cultural heritage. Nanoparticles have been used to restore and protect 15th century Italian masterpieces and to treat acidic wood from a 400-year-old shipwreck.

Military nanotechnology - how worried should we be?
The military is the single largest investor in nanotechnologies. Many military nanotech research projects are in the open domain - of course we don't know about those that are not. Is this just technological progress as usual or are there major areas of concern we should be aware of?

Nanotechnology Food Coming To A Fridge Near You
Nanotechnology has begun to find potential applications in the area of functional food by engineering biological molecules toward functions very different from those they have in nature, opening up a whole new area of research and development. Of course, there seems to be no limit to what food technologists are prepared to do to our food and nanotechnology will give them a whole new set of tools to go to new extremes.

Nanotechnology Unfolds Futuristic Green Cars
In the process of constant advancement in auto technology, car makers are pondering on manufacturing environment-friendly vehicles utilizing nanotechnology. Two of the much-anticipated future vehicles of this concept are Acura FCX 2020 Le Mans and Volkswagen Nanospyder.

Scientists Discover Mist Opportunity
Scientists have cracked a problem that popular opinion suggests they suffer from most: steamed-up spectacles.

Carbon Strips Could Build Elevator to Space
Scientists have created the ultimate ribbon. The carbon sheet is stronger than steel for its weight and could open the door to everything from artificial muscles to a space elevator capable of sending astronauts and tourists into orbit.

Size matters
For Prince Charles, nanotechnology is a nightmare of grey goo that will devour the world. For around 500 businesses, 300 university departments and investors who have so far gambled around £4bn, nanotechnology is the next big thing - only very, very small.

Prince sparks row over nanotechnology
The Prince of Wales, who is to meet leading scientists to discuss concerns about nanotechnology, was warned today against giving credence to "scare stories".

Thinktank predicts nanotechnology backlash
There is a growing backlash against the rapidly emerging field of nanotechnology that could see a rerun of clashes over genetically modified crops, experts at one of the world's leading medical ethics thinktanks warned today.