Watch this year's winner of the American Chemical Society  "What is Nano?" Video Contest, which sought creative videos that conveyed the scientific and cultural significance of nanoscience to a broad audience.

Mia Ertas, CNSE staff
April 27, 2009 

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Infrared (IR) detectors are used in many applications, including medical diagnosis, environmental monitoring, space science, and security and military sensor devices.  Scientists are currently researching how nanotechnology could be used to improve IR detector technology.

Kristin Wolf, CNSE staff
April 22, 2009

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Researchers have created light-sensitive carbon nanotubes that could be used to make artificial retinas, solar cells, and digital cameras. 

Mia Ertas, CNSE staff
April 20, 2009

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Scientists have discovered a process that unzips carbon nanotubes to create flat nanoribbons.  These nanoribbons, when placed side-by-side, show great potential for use in flat-panel displays, touch screens, solar cells and various other applications.

Kristin Wolf, CNSE staff
April 16, 2009

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Researchers have developed a hybrid nano-energy harvester that harnesses both sunlight and mechanical energy. 

Mia Ertas, CNSE staff
April 14, 2009

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Researchers have been working with magnetic nanotechnology and bio-sensing for early detection of cancer markers in the bloodstream.  This could lead to earlier treatment of the disease.

Kristin Wolf, CNSE staff
April 13, 2009

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You can now make your home energy efficient and receive tax credits for doing so thanks to the stimulus plan approved by Congress in February.

Mia Ertas, CNSE staff
April 10, 2009 

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A new "nanofarming" technique can safely harvest oil from algae.  The new technology does not harm the algae, helping to reduce costs and the amount of time required for the production cycle.

Kristin Wolf, CNSE staff
April 9, 2009

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Want a glimpse into our nano-enabled future? If so take a look at the Center for Responsible Nanotechnology's series of scenarios depicting various versions of a near-future world into which transformative manufacturing concepts may emerge. 

Mia Ertas, CNSE staff
April 7, 2009

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The progress on research being conducted using nanotechnology to prevent, diagnose and treat infectious diseases is moving at an exponential pace.  The research includes lab-on-a-chip technology and nanotechnology-based microbicides against HIV.

Kristin Wolf, CNSE staff
April 6, 2009

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