The public looks at synthetic biology — cautiously

National survey finds support for research but with oversight and greater attention to risks WASHINGTON, DC: Synthetic biology—defined as the design and construction of new biological parts, devices, and systems or re-design of existing natural biological systems for useful purposes—holds enormous potential to improve everything from energy production to medicine, with the global market projected to reach $4.5 billion by 2015. But what does the public know about this emerging field, and what are their hopes and concerns? A new poll of 1,000 U.S. adults conducted by Hart Research Associates and the Synthetic Biology Project at the Woodrow Wilson Center finds that two-thirds of Americans...

Egypt seeks to bridge the nanotechnology divide

CAIRO: As the technology sector continues expanding in Egypt, a concerted effort has been made to forge ahead in the field of nanotechnology. As well as capitalizing on the potential benefits of nanotechnology, Egypt is hoping to avoid falling through the crack of what scientists have termed the “nanodivide.” Hassan Azzazy, professor and chairman of the chemistry department at the American University in Cairo (AUC), underscored the dilemma: “Egypt is falling behind,” he said, as research and development only represent 0.5 percent of GDP, which is “miniscule.” “Egypt must enter heavily into the field now, or risk losing out” by having to...

New Winter School on Emerging Nanotechnologies

Grenoble Ecole de Management is launching a new Winter School on Nanotechnology in collaboration with IEP – Grenoble, ESIEE-Univ Paris Est-LAST, FRIDA and supported by ANR-France*. Grenoble, France, September 09, 2010 –(PR.com)– The aim of the winter school is to explore issues related to nanotechnologies so as to better understand possible trajectories of development of nanotechnologies in different areas: To what extent do nanotechnologies exemplify a new regime of development? To what extent social scientists may focus on nanotechnologies to renew scientific approaches in sociology, economics and management of innovation? To what extent can we transfer strategies...

Nanomaterials Poised for Big Impact in Construction

Nanomaterials are poised for widespread use in the construction industry, where they can offer significant advantages for a variety of applications ranging from making more durable concrete to self-cleaning windows. But widespread use in building materials comes with potential environmental and health risks when those materials are thrown away. Scientists Pedro Alvarez (left) and Jaesang Lee stand behind a concrete cylinder and an I-beam, which are among the construction materials that manufacturers could potentially improve using certain nanomaterials. (Credit: Jeff Fitlow, Rice University) Those are the conclusions of a new study published by Rice University engineering researchers...

New York state plans to spend $28 million to create nanotechnology lab in Salina

Salina, NY — The state will invest $28 million to turn a former General Electric Co. laboratory in Salina into a nanotechnology research and development facility projected to employ up to 250 people. David Lassman / The Post-Standard Building 3, the former electronics laboratory at Electronic Park, will be the site of a nanotechnology lab. Touring office space on the first floor are (from left) state Assemblyman Al Stirpe; Kevin Schwab, vice president of marketing and communications for Centerstate Corp.; and Troy Scully, Lockheed Martin senior manager for communications and public affairs. The center will allow local companies including Lockheed Martin Corp. to exploit technologies...

Sweden: PhD position “Silicon and Graphene based Spin-electronic Nanodevices”

Reference number 2010/173 Apply for this job Application deadline 2010-09-30 The position will be placed at the Quantum Device Physics Laboratory in the department of Microelectronic and Nanoscience at Chalmers University of Technology, Göteborg, Sweden. The Department is doing research and education with focus on future electronics, photonics, bio- and nanosystems and houses a 1240 m2 of cleanroom space, with state-of-the-art research equipments providing a broad platform for the development and testing of new ideas in nanoelectronic devices. Job description Spin-electronics is an alternative paradigm for information processing...

Canada: Research Associate – Radiation Oncology

The BC Cancer Agency (BCCA) is committed to reducing the incidence of cancer, reducing the mortality from cancer, and improving the quality of life of those living with cancer. It provides a comprehensive cancer control program for the people of British Columbia by working with community partners to deliver a range of cancer services, including prevention, early detection, diagnosis and treatment, research, education, supportive care, rehabilitation and palliative care. It operates five regional cancer centres in the Surrey, Kelowna, Vancouver, Vancouver Island and Abbotsford, with a sixth centre scheduled to open in Prince George in 2012. The BC Cancer Research Centre conducts research...

Italy: Post-doc – Power Nanosystems Div.

Job Role: Engineering Job Hours: Full-Time Sector: Industry Location: Italy Company:  IIT@NEST Salary: Job reference: CNI.STM.PN Posted Date: 03 September 2010 11:26:53 The Center for Nanotechnology Innovation, IIT@NEST in Pisa (Italy) is inviting applications for a postdoctoral fellow to join a multidisciplinary group of scientists to work in the area of STM investigations of the interaction of hydrogen with graphene. This particular research line is embedded in a larger initiative in the area of graphene-based systems for energy applications as part of the Energy Platform of the Italian Institute of Technology. We...

Italy: PhD Studentships in Molecular Biophysics

PhD research studentships will start November 1st, 2010. The duration of the grant is four years and successful candidates will be enrolled in the PhD programme in Molecular Biophysics of the IIT-Scuola Normale Superiore in Pisa (Italy). The research activities will take place within the NEST-SNS (National Enterprise for nanoScience and nanoTechnology) and the IIT (Italian Institute of Technology), in a highly dynamic and multidisciplinary environment. Studentships will be awarded by open competition. Candidates should possess a Master Degree/University Diploma in Biology, Chemistry, Physics or related fields. It is strongly recommended for non-European candidates to take the ETS GRE...

Spain: Information Technology Strategy Consultant

If you join Accenture you can make great ideas happen for some of the world’s most dynamic companies. With broad global resources and deep technical know-how, we collaborate with clients to cultivate ideas and deliver results. Choose a career at Accenture and enjoy an innovative environment where challenging and interesting work is part of daily life. Accenture’s Consulting workforce is involved in business consulting, process design work and the application of technologies to business. A career in Consulting is varied and stimulating because each project presents a new challenge and will give you exposure to new clients, business issues, technologies and people. We need...

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Sweden: PhD position “Silicon and Graphene based Spin-electronic Nanodevices”

Reference number 2010/173 Apply for this job Application deadline 2010-09-30 The position will be placed at the Quantum Device Physics Laboratory in the department of Microelectronic...

Canada: Research Associate – Radiation Oncology

The BC Cancer Agency (BCCA) is committed to reducing the incidence of cancer, reducing the mortality from cancer, and improving the quality of life of those living with cancer. It provides a comprehensive cancer control program...

Italy: Post-doc – Power Nanosystems Div.

Job Role: Engineering Job Hours: Full-Time Sector: Industry Location: Italy Company:  IIT@NEST Salary: Job reference: CNI.STM.PN Posted Date: 03 September 2010...

Italy: PhD Studentships in Molecular Biophysics

PhD research studentships will start November 1st, 2010. The duration of the grant is four years and successful candidates will be enrolled in the PhD programme in Molecular Biophysics of the IIT-Scuola Normale Superiore in Pisa...

Spain: Information Technology Strategy Consultant

If you join Accenture you can make great ideas happen for some of the world’s most dynamic companies. With broad global resources and deep technical know-how, we collaborate with clients to cultivate ideas and deliver results....

UK: Academic Position in Nanoelectronics/ Nanophotonics

University College London London Centre for Nanotechnology and the UCL Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering Academic Position in Nanoelectronics/ Nanophotonics The appointment will be at Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, Reader...

UK: Lecturer Nanotechnology & Materials

We are seeking to appoint a talented academic seeking a good first post in which to build their independent research and teaching career. The appointee’s main roles will be to teach Physical Chemistry and to establish and develop...

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Nanotechnology for Targeted Cancer Therapy
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Silver Bullet that Kills Viruses
Only patented colloidal silver which has been aptly nick named 'the silver bullet that kills viruses'.

Lord Krebs on Nanotechnologies and Food
Lord Krebs discusses the Science and Technology Committee's report on Nanotechnologies and Food published 8 January 2010.

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