Advanced Materials & Manufacturing – Page 423

Cytotoxicity of bare and PEGylated silica nanoparticles as potential gene-delivery vectors

Yagüe C., Saldaña L., Martin F., Arruebo M., Vilaboa N., Santamaria J., Universidad fe Zaragoza, ES

Silica and other inorganic carriers are one of the major groups used to transport drugs and bioactive molecules into cells. The others are viral carriers, organic cationic compounds and recombinant proteins. The use of mesoporous [...]

A Needs-based Assessment of Measurements for Nanotechnology / Environmental Health and Safety

Allocca C.M., Campbell T., National Institute of Standards and Technology, US

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is engaged in a continuing needs-based assessment of the state of the United States Measurement System (USMS). The USMS assessment addresses innovation-limiting measurement needs in three ways: [...]

Gold nanoparticle-based miniaturized NSET Probe for rapid and ultra-sensitive detection of toxic metals in soil, water and fish

Ray A., Ray P.C., Darbha G.K., Ray A., Ray P.C., Jackson State University, US

Contamination of the environment with toxic metals like mercury and arsenic have been an important concern throughout the world for decades. Human exposure to high Hg or As levels can harm the brain, heart, kidneys, [...]

Modulation of g-Irradiation Induced ROS Responses by Engineered Fullerenes in Human Epidermal Keratinocytes

Gao J., Wang H.-L., Shreve A.P., Iyer R., Los Alamos National Laboratory, US

High-dose ionizing irradiations can cause acute tissue and organ damage, especially severe cutaneous lesions. These cutaneous injuries often result in further complications and incur high mortality. Therefore, it is critical to develop effective therapeutic approaches [...]

Environment, Health & Toxicology

Why Does One Nano Lab Cost More Than Another?

Wilson W., Gregg A., Wilson Architects, US

Construction costs of nano labs reflect the differential between the required performance criteria and the in situ conditions. Nano retrofits in existing buildings range from $300 to $1000 NSF, depending on the isolation required. New [...]

Partnering in Nanotechnology Ventures: Critical Decision Factors

Woolley J.L., Santa Clara University, US

Business executives are often faced with the decision of whether to optimize the firm’s performance by partnering with another company or exploring growth alone. Although nanotechnology firms are no exception, the high level of tacit [...]

Nanotechnology in Pharmaceutical Education In USA

Pathak Y.V., Koomer A., Sullivan University College of Pharmacy, US

Nanotechnology is on its way to make a big impact in Biotech, Pharmaceutical and Medical diagnostics sciences. A dynamic collaboration is observed within the Researchers, Government, Pharmaceutical - Biomedical companies and educational institutions all over [...]

Designing the new engineer and scientist

Wauters J., De Wachter J., Flanders Investment and Trade - Consulate General of Belgium, US

Bio-nano science and technology is reaching a high level of technical expertise and knowledge. It opens up completely new ways of design, production and manufacturing. It has the capacity to impact the whole industry, the [...]

MEMS and NEMS research for education

Husak M., Jakovenko J., Czech Technical University in Prague, CZ

The paper describes methods of active involvement of students in research work and application of research work results in educational process. Individual tasks are parts of solutions of large research projects. Individual work contributes to [...]