New Bioengineering & Translational Medicine Article Climbs Altmetrics Charts! September 27, 2019The new article “Nanoparticles in the Clinic: An Update” by Samir Mitragotri (Harvard) and Aaron C. Anselmo (UNC Chapel Hill) is already generating lots of attention.
The Impact of High Emissivity Coating Systems on Process Tube Coking and Heat Transfer Conference PresentationAIChE Spring Meeting and Global Congress on Process SafetyApril 3, 2019The Impact on Process Tube Coking and Heat Transfer by High Emissivity Coating Systems We examined the effects high emissivity coating systems (HECS...
CEP: News Update May2019News UpdateA Transparent Polymer Skull Lets Scientists Peek into Mice Brains Researchers at the Univ. of Minnesota (UM) have developed a transparent, 3D-printed polymer skull that can be implanted in mice to study a wide swath of the cerebral cortex — the...
Nanotechnology: What is it? What are the opportunities? Archived Webinar Mar 11, 2008 Nanotechnology deals with the creation of materials, devices and systems through the manipulation of nanoscale matter, and takes advantage of novel and interesting properties that may arise. This is...
Joshua D. Howe, Postdoctoral Researcher, Georgia Tech: The Future of Chemical Engineering October 2, 2018From the perspective of his specialty in the computational study of materials, Josh takes us through his vision of chemical engineering's future.
Robert S. Langer, Massachusetts Institute of Technology: The Future of Chemical Engineering September 13, 2018Bob Langer of MIT shares his predictions on where he sees the profession of chemical engineering heading over the next 25 years.
Polystyrene Reused to Filter Toxic Pollutants from Water March 19, 2018Researchers from Brazil and the UK are fighting water pollution two ways with a method that reuses polystyrene to filter toxic and carcinogenic waste chemicals from water.
Chemical Engineers Develop Metal-Organic Frameworks to Cut Petrochemical Energy Consumption March 16, 2018Chemical engineers have developed an MOF that promises to greatly reduce energy consumption in the propylene-propane separation process.
Self-Cleaning Nanocrystal Material Stops Spread of Disease February 14, 2018By targeting surfaces people touch frequently throughout the day, this self-cleaning material kills microbes to stop the spread of disease.
Studying Detergents to Solve Problem of Stray Silver Nanoparticles December 27, 2017Silver nanoparticles from clothing are ending up in waterways, but science is looking for ways to remove them.
Laser-Activated Carbon Nanoparticle Cellular Damage and Prevention Conference PresentationAIChE Annual MeetingNovember 7, 2013The cell membrane is a challenging barrier to cross because of its structure and composition. Endocytotic processes can be inefficient, especially...
Oxidation of Polyols Using Au-Pd and Au-Pt Alloy Supported Nanocrystals Conference PresentationAIChE Annual MeetingOctober 18, 2011Oxidation of polyols using Au-Pd and Au-Pt alloy supported nanocrystals Peter Miedziak a , Gemma L. Brett a , Yulia Ryabenkova a , Nikolaos...
Catalyzing Commercialization: New Coating Improves Solar Panel Efficiency by Reducing Soiling December2017Catalyzing CommercializationAs the worldwide price of solar photovoltaic (PV) energy decreases, a growing amount of consumers are adopting PV technologies. In 2016, the levelized cost of electricity (LCOE) for domestic utility-scale solar power reached $0.07/kWh, which is competitive with the cost of coal-generated power. However, the current cost of residential solar power remains at $0.18/kWh, which has prevented broader adoption of solar power.
Nanotechnology Commercialization: Manufacturing Processes and Products October, 2017This book presents a detailed look at the state of the art of nanotechnology and explores key issues that must still be addressed in order to successfully commercialize this vital technology. It covers military, space and commercial transport applications, as well as applications for missiles,...
Nanotube Tech Could Revolutionize Water Desalination August 30, 2017Researchers at Northeastern University have discovered a way to use carbon nanotubes to desalinate water.
New Nanomaterials Switch from Hydrophobic to Hydrophillic June 9, 2017Researchers at Swansea University have developed a new class of nanomaterials with tunable wettability that have wide ranging applications from antifouling to waterproofing.
Engineers Use Nanotube Tech to Recover Fresh Water from Waste Brine May 30, 2017Engineers at the University of California, Riverside have developed a novel technique to recover nearly all water from brine waste.
Laser-induced Graphene Exhibits Antibacterial and Anti-Fouling Properties May 26, 2017The spongy graphene known as laser-induced graphene (LIG) is extremely resistant to biofilm formation and exhibits antibacterial properties, according to researchers at Rice University.
AIChE Journal Highlight: Non-Viral Gene Delivery for Cancer Therapy May2017Journal HighlightAs researchers gain more insight into the molecular basis of cancer cell genesis, proliferation, and metastasis, gene therapy has emerged as a promising strategy for cancer treatment. In particular, the non-viral delivery of therapeutic nucleic acid...
New Breath Monitor Detects Flu Virus February 13, 2017A new tool has been developed to sniff out the flu: a hand-held breath monitor that detects the flu virus.
Graphene Detects Brain Cancer Cells December 20, 2016Researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago have used graphene to identify a single hyperactive cancerous brain cell, according to a
Novel Nanotechnique Traps Harmful Emissions December 19, 2016Researchers at the University of Texas Dallas have developed a new way of capturing potentially harmful gasses in a me
Greener Concrete Possible through "Programmed" Nanoparticles December 15, 2016Researchers at Rice University have recently published work that makes greener concrete a
Nanotechnology Growing in Importance with New Advances December 6, 2016Nanotechnology advances continue to accelerate as researchers produce an increasing amount of incredible new materials and products.
Interview: G.Q. Max Lu on Engineering Nanocrystalline Photocatalysts for Energy and Environmental Applications November 17, 2016G.Q.
Medical Potential for Temporary Nanoparticle Tattoos September 26, 2016Tests by researchers at Baylor College of Medicine have recently shown that nanoparticles modified with polyethylene glycol selectively affect specific areas of the immune system, showing potential
Engineers and Scientists Develop Treatment for Multidrug-resistant Cancer August 29, 2016Multidrug resistance (MDR) is one of main reasons chemotherapy drugs fail.
Nanotechnology: A Guide to Nano-Objects May2011On The HorizonSravani Gullapalli, Michael WongRapid change in the field of nanotechnology can make it hard to keep track of the latest nanomaterial developments. Here's a primer on the most common shapes, sizes, and compositions of nano-objects.
Chemical Engineering at the Intersection of Nanotechnology and Biology December2012SBE Special SectionGang Ruan , Jessica WinterChemical engineers are at the forefront of this rapidly developing field, with the potential to propel discoveries from the bench to bedside.
Nanosensors: Evolution, Not Revolution...Yet June2008News FeatureSuzanne A. ShelleyPromising nanotechnology-enabled sensors, monitoring devices and analytical instruments continue to advance toward commercialization for diverse industrial, environmental, medical and military applications— but hurdles remain.