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Exploring the gecko and other phenomena – Syngenta supports “SimplyNano 2” project for Aargau schools
This week, a nano training course for teachers took place in the R&D center of Syngenta in Stein. Syngenta is a financial supporter of the... More
Nanoparticles in plant protection and in fertilizers: study summarizes current knowledge
An international research group with considerable participation from Agroscope summarizes the current knowledge on efficacy of fertilizers and pesticides containing nanoparticles. The literature review further... More
Goldfinger: Nail polish with precious metal nanoparticles
Beeswax, egg white, gelatine and vegetable colors - 3000 BC, these were the proven ingredients for nail polish in China. Nowadays, the composition may be... More
Consistent EU rules for nanomaterials
In the future, consistent rules will apply to nanomaterials in the EU. The REACH regulatory committee adapted the European Chemicals Regulation... More
"SimplyNano 2" now available in German and English
The new „SimplyNano 2“ experimental kit for schools is now available in German and... More
Nanoparticles for lung cancer pass next test
The most common type of lung cancer, non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), continues to be difficult to treat, with five year survival rates of about... More
500 nano experimental kits for schools in the canton of Aargau
Brugg / Zürich. The new „SimplyNano 2“ experimental kit on nanotechnology will be available in all secondary schools in the canton of Aargau by autumn... More
A DNA nanorobot functions as a cancer therapeutic in response to a molecular trigger in vivo
In a major advancement in nanomedicine, Arizona State University scientists, in collaboration with researchers from the National Center for Nanoscience and Technology (NCNST) of the... More