Scientists have twisted DNA into programmable nanostructures that form themselves — and could reshape future materials for light, sound, and electronics.

A group of University of Ottawa researchers have already shown how scientists can harness gene therapies to deliver ...

Meanwhile, nanocomposite materials in energy storage systems are enabling the recovery and reuse of waste heat from industrial processes—addressing that staggering 70% energy loss that represents one ...

Excessive nutrients in wastewater can lead to detrimental discharges into natural water bodies, prompting harmful algal blooms with severe environmental and economic repercussions. To address this ...

A novel self-propelled ferroptosis nanoinducer was able to achieve deeper penetration into tumor tissues to show enhanced anti-cancer effects, while remaining considerable biocompatibility.

Biochar (BC) is a carbon-rich material that can be obtained by thermal decomposition of agricultural solid waste under oxygen-limited conditions. It has received increasing attention as a ...

Sorption processes regulate the bioavailability of FASAs to microorganisms for transformation, driving the environmental transport and fate of FASAs. In this critical review, we provide a ...

Wang, F., Zhang, M., Sha, W., Wang, Y., Hao, H., Dou, Y., et al. (2020) Sorption Behavior and Mechanisms of Organic Contaminants to Nano and Microplastics. Molecules ...

Tiny Tech, Big Gains: How Nanotechnology Could Revolutionize Vaccines and Future-Proof Immunity Nanotechnology creates vaccines that suit to our immune systems.

Nanotechnology advances metal casting by integrating nanoparticles, improving mechanical properties and addressing challenges in high-strength alloy production.

The nanotechnology developed by Toma and his colleagues represents a significant advancement, showcasing how science can address complex environmental issues. Professor Toma calls for persistent ...