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• Awards from the Bayer Science & Education Foundation

  The winners of the Bayer Early Excellence in Science Award 2012 have been announced. The prizes, each worth EUR 10,000, have been awarded by an independent scientific committee of the Bayer Science & Education Foundation. The Bayer foundation presents for the fourth time the Bayer Early Excellence i more

• Nanosilver: progress in the sphere of analysis, gaps in toxicology and exposure

  According to industry and trade sources, nanoscale silver is the nanomaterial most often used in products intended for consumers. However, consumers are frequently not told which products actually contain nanosilver. In Europe, nanosilver is predominantly used as an antimicrobial substance in functi more

• Probing the nanoparticle: Predicting how nanoparticles will react in the human body

  Researchers at North Carolina State University have developed a method for predicting the ways nanoparticles will interact with biological systems – including the human body. Their work could have implications for improved human and environmental safety in the handling of nanomaterials, as well as a more

White papers Nanomaterials

• Characterization of micelles and liposomes using the Eclipse AF4 separation system coupled to a DAWN HELEOS II MALS detector
  

  Micelles and liposomes can serve as vehicles used to solubilize and carry bioactive compounds to their site of action, thus increasing their bioavailability. First experience has been made using vitamins and enzymes as functional food additives. Moreover, micelles could be useful to deliver drugs to a defined site of action, thus reducing frequently occurring side effects of systemic drug administration. Micelles are true nano-materials with a size range of 10 to 30 nm in diameter. Ideally, they should have a narrow size distribution. Furthermore, they have to be stable and should release their active compound only in the target region. Characterization of the micelle suspensions is vital to guarantee these properties and has to cover several aspects. One important point is size distribution, which has to be determined with high resolution more

Publications Nanomaterials

• Nanosilver suppresses growth and induces oxidative damage to DNA in Caenorhabditis elegans

  ABSTRACT Studies on the effects of nanomaterial exposure in mammals are limited, and new methods for rapid risk assessment of nanomaterials are urgently required. The utility of Caenorhabditis elegans cultured in axenic liquid media was evaluated as an alternative in vivo model for the purpose o more

• Systematic Analysis of Multiwalled Carbon Nanotube-Induced Cellular Signaling and Gene Expression in Human Small Airway Epithelial Cells

  Multiwalled carbon nanotubes (MWCNT) are one of the most commonly produced nanomaterials, and pulmonary exposure during production, use, and disposal is a concern for the developing nanotechnology field. The airway epithelium is the first line of defense against inhaled particles. In a mouse model, more

• Astrocyte behavior and GFAP expression on Spirulina extract‐incorporated PCL nanofiber

  Abstract Nanomaterials are attractive for use in biological systems due to their ability to control the microenvironment of cells. Additionally, nanofibers can mimic fibrous characteristics of natural tissues. This study was conducted to assess astrocyte activity and infiltration behavior on Spi more

Market studies Nanomaterials

• Eu Yan Sang International Ltd. (E02) - Financial and Strategic SWOT Analysis Review

  Eu Yan Sang International Ltd. (EYS) is a publicly held global healthcare company. It is engaged in manufacturing and marketing of traditional Chinese medicine and herbal products. The company is involved in the distribution and sale of traditional Chinese medicines, food and beverages and medical p more

• SciGen Limited (SIE) - Financial and Strategic SWOT Analysis Review

  SciGen Limited (SciGen) is a bio-pharmaceutical company engaged in the development, manufacturing and marketing of recombinant human health care biotechnology products and solutions. The company mainly focuses upon the areas of endocrinology, oncology and immunology. SciGen's product portfolio compr more

• Luna Innovations Incorporated (LUNA) - Financial and Strategic SWOT Analysis Review

  Luna Innovations Incorporated (Luna Innovations) is engaged in the research, development and commercialization of new-generation products for the healthcare, telecommunications, energy and defense markets. The company operates through two business segments namely technology development and products more

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