Kristin Wolf, CNSE staff
January 28, 2009

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The emerging field of transparent and flexible electronics is opening up the possibility of a wide range of new environmentally friendly applications ranging from windshield displays and flexible solar cells to clear toys and artificial skins and even sensor implants.

Mia Ertas, CNSE staff
January 26, 2009

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Nanotechnology may be making anticancer therapy easier.  Instead of injecting anticancer therapies, a team of researchers has discovered a method for delivering anticancer therapy orally.

Kristin Wolf, CNSE staff
January 22, 2009 

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Reasons for International Changes in the Ratio of Natural Science and Engineering Degrees to the College-Age Population
Recent reports have expressed concern that other countries are surpassing the United States in science and engineering education, particularly in the natural sciences and engineering. Data examined for 23 countries/economies where such data are available show that the ratios of first university degrees in natural sciences and engineering (NS&E) to the college-age population have increased substantially in recent decades. 

Diana Dumesnil, CNSE staff
January 21, 2009

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Battery company Saft and power product maker ABB say they are working on "the world's first" high-voltage lithium-ion battery for power grids.

Mia Ertas, CNSE staff
January 20, 2009

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Dr. Vincent LaBella, Associate Professor of Nanoscience at CNSE, was recently presented with a Nanotech Briefs Nano 50 Award for his development of a Ballistic Spin Transport Metrology Tool, which will significantly impact the state of the art in nanotechnology by providing the ability to study electron spin scattering at interfaces between materials. 

Kristin Wolf, CNSE staff
January 19, 2009

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Education Practices Influence Women Engineer Shortage, MU Study Finds
As the need for engineering professionals grows, educators and industry leaders are increasingly concerned with how to attract women to a traditional male career. A new University of Missouri study found the impact of the engineering curriculum and obstacles, including self-efficacy and feelings of inclusion, can impede women's success in the predominantly male discipline of engineering.

Diana Dumesnil, CNSE staff
January 15, 2009

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According to the to a new analysis by New Energy Finance, the cost of photovoltaic electricity is due to drop in 2009, helping to catalyze change in the solar electric market.

Mia Ertas, CNSE staff
January 14, 2009

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Researchers have recently developed a nanoscale trap that can catch moving DNA molecules and nanoparticles.  The trap is created by a beam of light that is forced through a tiny silicon channel.

Kristin Wolf, CNSE staff
January 13, 2009

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A wake-up call for science education
President-Elect Barack Obama has named Harvard and Woods Hole physicist John P. Holdren to serve as assistant to the president for science and technology and director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. Three other renowned scientists - Jane Lubchenco, Eric Lander, and Harold Varmus - also were tapped by Obama to fill key roles.  Read the full article from The Boston Globe.

Diana Dumesnil, CNSE staff
January 12, 2009

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Researchers have found a new approach to help solar cells harvest light more efficiently by enhancing solar cells with nanoparticles. This approach creates a tiny electrical disturbance called a surface plasmon.

Mia Ertas, CNSE staff
January 9, 2009

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The nanotechnology industry will continue to see fast-paced growth in near future according to a recently released research report.  With an increase in R&D, nanotechnology is being used for improvement in various fields and the demand of nanotechnology-enabled products is continuing to grow.

Kristin Wolf, CNSE staff
January 7, 2009

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During 2008, CNSE hosted more than 25,000 individual - including over 6,000 elementary, middle- and high-school students - through educational and community outreach initiatives.  Learn more about CNSE's 2008 educational and community outreach initiatives.

Diana Dumesnil, CNSE staff
January 6, 2009

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As we look forward to the new year, we've also reflected on CNSE's educational and community outreach initiatives, major announcements and events in the 2008 Year in Review.

Mia Ertas, CNSE staff
January 5, 2009

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