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A Nanoscale Agricultural Experiment With Global Potential

Researchers are experimenting with nano-sized nutrients that might help curb chemical fungicide use and transform agriculture on the cheap. Read more
Nanomachines drill holes into cancer cells

Although the nanodrillers bear no physical resemblance to a machine we would recognize, the molecules strung together by chemists run like an electric motor. Read more
Beating the Heat with Nanoparticle Films

Thermochromic nanoparticles switch from infrared transparent to infrared reflective when they heat up, which will help to keep office buildings, homes and even cars cool. Read more
Nanoneurons Enable Neuromorphic Chips for Voice Recognition

An international team of scientists has zeroed in on the non-linear oscillations of human neurons that they believe will bring the capabilities of artificial neurons much closer to the ones in our heads. Read more
The Power Suit: Not Just for Work

Manufacturing USA and NIST are playing a vital role in the integration of nanomaterials and garment fabrics to create a whole new wearable “power suit” that can help monitor patients or generate energy. Read more

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What are YOU doing for National Nano Day?

National Nano Day collage with runners and scientists National Nanotechnology Day is an annual event featuring a series of community-led events and activities on or around October 9th to help raise awareness of nanotechnology. This date, 10/9, pays homage to the nanometer scale, 10^-9 meters. See a list of the events and activities planned for 2017 and have your event added to the list and online map.

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Workshops & Events

Sep 2017: Atlanta, GA

International Conference on Nanomaterials & Nanochemistry

Sep 2017: Atlanta, GA

2017 International Conference on Nanomaterials & Nanochemistry

Oct 2017: Nationwide

National Nanotechnology Day 2017

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Current Solicitations

Jan 25, May 25, Sept 25

NCI: Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (NRSA) Institutional Research Training Grant (Parent T32) [PA-16-152]

Jan 25, May 25, Sept 25

NIH: Bioengineering Research Grants (PAR-16-242)

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Learn About Nanotechnology

These NNI brochures introduce basic concepts in nanotechnology. Big Things from a Tiny World (left) is a general overview; Powerful Things from a Tiny World (right) looks at nanotechnology and energy. These brochures are also available in Spanish.

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