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Monthly Archives: May 2010
Questions and Answers on nanotechnology safety
Well I guess I set myself up good and proper – I should have realized that in asking people for their questions on nanotechnology safety last week, they would actually want answers! Having failed miserably to compile a catalog of websites that provide clear and concise answers to the questions asked in last week’s blog (I gave up after the ... Read More »
US: University Education Nano Degrees
US: University Education Nano Degrees Choosing a course of study for work in nanotechnology? Will it be chemistry, physics, engineering, biology, IT or other technology fields? I want people who are very deep in their discipline and can talk to each other. Stan Williams, Director, Quantum Science Research, Hewlett Packard. Research, Hewlett Packard Highly regarded researcher Stan Williams says that ... Read More »
Worldwide nanotechnology programs
Study Nanotechnology There are many countries with universities offering nanotechnology degrees. Because nanotechnology is so new, universities around the world are just beginning to offer programs for undergraduates and graduate students. Some programs are offered in conjunction with an engineering degree, or or an optional concentration within an engineering or science degree. Some fields that offer joint programs may include ... Read More »
India: Universities and Research Centers
Nanotechnology Research in India: Universities ….. 1 Alagappa University, Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu • Synthesis and preparation of nanoparticles secondary cell materials of spinel structure and their compatibility to intercalation process http://www.alagappauniversity.ac.in / 2 Amity Institute of nanotechnology, Noida, UP • Synthesizing of Carbon Nanomaterials • Development of Nanophosphors Drug/Vaccine Delivery,Water Purifications • Development of Nano-oxides- Al2O3, TiO2 etc. http://www.amity.edu/aint/ 3 ... Read More »
National Nanotechnology Initiative Centers
NNI Research Centers A highly significant impact of the NNI has been the focused investment by the NNI-participating agencies in the establishment and development of multidisciplinary research and education centers devoted to nanoscience and nanotechnology. NNI agencies have developed an extensive infrastructure of over 60 major interdisciplinary research and education centers and user facilities across the country. Many such centers, ... Read More »
Web searches may sacrifice accuracy for popularity
By adding a subtle nudge to each of more than 1 billion search requests every day, Google may be steering the direction of public discussion. Begin typing a word in the search box at google.com, and the Google Suggest feature starts kicking in ideas — “tiger” begets “tiger woods,” “tea” draws “tea party movement” and “craig” will summon “craigslist.” “It ... Read More »
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