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583 articles for “Nano”
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NANOTECHNOLOGIES FOR THE FUTURE
Abstract: The needs of the world are growing while the sources are decreasing. The existing systems have not been able to cope up this developing situation. It is likely that with the fast increasing population will worsen this situation. All types of sciences, commerce and arts have not been able to provide the solutions to this situation so far. Nanotechnology is the new field which provides us some hope to meet …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 35–46 Read article
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STUDY OF NANOFLUIDS AND THEIR APPLICATION IN HEAT TRANSFER
Abstract: Heat transfer enhancement has always been the area of improvement. A large amount of research is going by changing the design, shape and size of the devices which requires high quality materials. Nano-fluids can serve this purpose very correctly, because of their high heat transfer capability. Nano-fluids have higher thermal conductivity and higher surface area to volume ratio which helps in increasing the heat transfer. Nano-fluid thermal conductivity models are …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 22–27 Read article
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Magnetic Field Guided Diluted Magnetic Semiconductor, ZnxFe2-xO3 Nanoparticles for Biomedical and Biosensing Application
Abstract: The magnetic field guided nanoparticles are studied in the viewpoint of diluted magnetic semiconductor. Different structures and properties associated with Zn doped αFe2O3 nanostructures are presented in theoretical formulations. In addition, scientific methods of synthesizing particularly Solvothermal and biological methods of synthesizing Zn0.6Fe1.6O3 nanoparticles are discussed. More emphasis is given to the essence of nanotechnology from non-organic to organic matter namely nanoparticles of Zn0.6Fe1.6O3 to DNA. For in vivo or …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–18 Read article
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Microscopic Avengers: The Rise of Nanorobots in Biomedical Engineering
Abstract: Nanorobotics is an emerging field at the intersection of nanotechnology and robotics, offeringa promising new frontier in biomedical engineering. Nanorobots, at the scale of a fewhundred nanometres, are designed to perform a variety of tasks within the human body,ranging from targeted drug delivery to precise surgical procedures. This article explores theevolution, design, functionality, and applications of nanorobots in biomedical engineering,highlighting their potential to revolutionize healthcare.The evolution of nanorobots has seen …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 10–15 Read article
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Targeted Drug Delivery and Nanotechnology: An Overview
Abstract: Targeted drug delivery is a special form of drug delivery system where the medicament is selectively delivered or targeted only its site of action and keeping rest part of the body relatively free. Drug is a substance used for prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cure of a disease.Drug and medicine are synonym of each other and commonly used interchangeable. But there is minor difference in between both the terms. Drug is …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 34–38 Read article
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An Overview on Nanomaterial-Enabled Electronic Skin for Physiological Sensing and Biomedical Use
Abstract: Imagining a world in which prosthetics have the ability to feel, robots are able to detect even the faintest touch, and wearable health monitors are able to track your well-being in a seamless manner. Electronic skin, often known as e-skin, is a revolutionary technology that is set to alter the way in which we interact with the world. This vision has become a reality thanks to their development. What is …
Published in International journal of Nanobiotechnology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 53–62 Read article
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Nanomaterials in Modern Medicine: Synthesis,Applications, and Future Prospects
Abstract: Nanomaterials have significantly transformed the biomedical landscape, offering novelsolutions for diagnosis, treatment, and disease prevention. Their distinct physicochemicalcharacteristics such as a high surface area-to-volume ratio, tunable surface chemistry, andimproved bioavailability enable precise interactions with biological systems at the molecularlevel. This review presents a comprehensive examination of the synthesis methods andcharacterisation techniques employed to develop biomedical-grade nanomaterials, highlightingtheir structural and functional optimisation for clinical applications. Key areas of applicationdiscussed include targeted …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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Revolutionizing Agriculture with Nanotechnology: Enhancing Efficiency and Sustainability in Crop Protection and Pest Management
Abstract: This brief review highlights the potential of nanotechnology in addressing critical challenges in modern agriculture driven by population growth, climate change, and the intensification of farming practices. The extensive use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides has increased productivity and caused environmental issues, such as soil salinization, eutrophication, and health risks due to chemical residues in food. Nanomaterials have emerged as promising solutions, offering benefits like enhanced specificity in agrochemical delivery …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Innovative Approaches to Organic and Inorganic Nanocomposite Synthesis: Chemical Reaction Pathways
Abstract: The integration of organic and inorganic nanomaterials has emerged as a prominent trend in various sectors, driven by the unique properties and functionalities that nanoscale materials offer. This study elucidates the current landscape of organic-based nanomaterials, highlighting their synthesis, characterization, and application potential across different fields. The miniaturization principle has catalyzed the development of nanocomposites that combine inorganic and organic constituents, enhancing the reactivity and performance of traditional materials through …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Transparent Sodium Silicate Encapsulated Cellulose Nanospheres
Abstract: Transparent cellulose is a research hotspot in current science. Transparent nanocellulose finds applications in energy, environment, defense, catalysis, and medicine. Sodium silicate-modified cellulose fibers were reported to be transparent. There have been various other strategies, like generating sulfate groups on nanocellulose surfaces for inducing transparency in cellulose-based materials. However, the synthesis of transparent nanospheres of cellulose with encapsu-lated sodium silicate has never been reported in the literature. Here in, for …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 13–20 Read article
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Nanomaterials via Green Synthesis: Insights into Biocompatibility and Biotechnological Applications
Abstract: This review critically examines recent advances in the green synthesis of nanomaterials (NMs) and their diverse biological applications, with a focus on antimicrobial, antioxidant, anticancer, and anti-inflammatory properties. The reviewed studies evaluated key characteristics of green-synthesized NMs, including their size, shape, and concentrations, as assessed in both in vitro and in vivo biological models. Compared to traditional chemical methods, green synthesis demonstrated superior efficacy, enhanced biocompatibility, and reduced toxicity. For …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–16 Read article
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First Ever Experimental Evidence of Nanoyeast Fermenting Glucose
Abstract: In one of the earliest attempts, nanoyeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) particles were supported on an exotic and novel support[CD1] , namely, silica gel. The presence of nanoparticles of yeast with size as small as 161 nm was reported. Nanoyeast buds of very small size namely 41 nm were also observed in the HR SEM. Analogous to the nanoparticles in the chemical world, size reduction of microorganisms with commercial relevance like, yeast, …
Published in International Journal of Energetic Materials · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Nanotechnology in Refractory Materials: Innovations and Applications
Abstract: Nanotechnology has become a focal point of research across diverse scientific fields, including chemistry, medicine, materials science, and engineering. Its integration into refractory products has led to groundbreaking advancements in industries such as steel, glass, casting, and cement, particularly using nanomaterials like nanoparticles, nano additives, and nanostructured materials. This article provides an in-depth examination of the latest developments in monolithic refractories, focusing on how nanotechnology has enhanced their performance, durability, …
Published in International Journal of Metallurgy and Alloys · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 7–11 Read article
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Nanotechnology in Healthcare Applications: A Study
Abstract: Nanotechnology has arisen as a transformative field with vast potential in healthcare applications, promising to revolutionize diagnostics, therapeutics, and overall patient management. Nanotechnology manipulates molecules and atoms, creating materials and devices with extraordinary properties. This study aims to sightsee the various solicitations of nanotechnology in healthcare, highlighting its benefits, challenges, and prospects. Targeted Medication Delivery: Nanotechnology enables the design of sophisticated drug delivery systems, precisely tailoring dosage and release for …
Published in International journal of Nanobiotechnology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 49–59 Read article
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Biosensors Powered by Nanotechnology forContinuous Insulin Delivery and GlucoseMonitoring in Diabetes Management
Abstract: Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder that necessitates continuous glucose monitoring and precise insulin delivery for effective management. Traditional methods often fall short in maintaining the necessary levels of accuracy and convenience, thereby posing challenges in achieving optimal glycemic control. Nanotechnology-enabled biosensors have revolutionized this field by leveraging the unique properties of nanomaterials, offering significant improvements in sensitivity, selectivity, and biocompatibility. This article delves deeply into the transformative role …
Published in International Journal of Applied Nanotechnology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 13–24 Read article
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Use of Micro- and Nanobubble in Waste Water Treatment Technology – Review
Abstract: ABSTRACT The environmental nanotechnology is a technical discipline which research features of natural and man-made nanomaterials, applications, techniques for their characterization, integration processes and transformation into ecosystems. Microbubbles have the capability to change the normal characteristic of water. The microbubbles (MBs) have diameter more than 100 μm, the micro-nanobubbles (MNBs) have diameter between 1 to 100 μm and the nanobubbles (NBs) have diameter less than 1 μm within the fluid …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 5–10 Read article
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Preparation and Characterization of Nanosize SnO2 Nanopowders by Precipitation Method
Abstract: Nanocrystalline Tin oxide (SnO2) powders have been synthesized by a direct precipitation method from an aqueous solution in the presence of SnCl4 and NH3. The crystallite size, lattice parameters, dislocation density and number of unit cells in SnO2 nanocrystalline powder (as-prepared and heated) are characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD). The results of XRD show that pure SnO2 nanocrystalline powder has tetragonal rutile structure; the broad peak indicates small crystallite size …
Published in International Journal of Applied Nanotechnology · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2015 Read article
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Nanoparticles to Control Stranded Packing of DNAs
Abstract: We report here on new optic and small-angle X-ray scattering (SAXS) measurements concerning the formation of the dispersions from double-stranded (ds) DNA molecules, doped with negatively charged gold nanoparticles (nano-Au). The nano-Au fixation nearby the surfaces of linear ds DNA in solution of high ionic strength (0.3 M NaCl) and subsequent phase exclusion of (ds DNA-nano-Au) complexes from solution containing poly(ethylene glycol) results in decrease in the amplitude of abnormal …
Published in International Journal of Applied Nanotechnology · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 4–10 Read article
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Synthesis of Zero Valent Silver Nanoparticles by Chemical Reduction Method and its Application
Abstract: Chemical synthesis is one of the commonly used method for nanoparticles synthesis. Different chemicals acts as reducing agents which converts chemical precursor into its nano form. There are various chemical methods for the synthesis of zero valent silver nanoparticles. The silver nitrate is commonly used as precursor, sodium borohydride acts as reducing agent while sodium dodecyl sulphate stabilizes the formation of nanoparticles. The formation of silver nanoparticles was characterized by …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 8–17 Read article
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Experiments on the Passive Capillary Flow of Aqueous Ethanol in Sudden Expansion Microchannels towards the Applications in Nanofluidics and Nanoelectromechanical Systems
Abstract: In this work, total three individual sudden expansion microchannels are designed and fabricated by maskless lithography, hot embossing lithography and direct bonding technique inside the cleanroom laboratory. Polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) is used as the selected polymer to fabricate these microchannels. Aqueous ethanol (15% ethanol, 85% dyed water) is prepared and used as dyed working liquid. Surface-driven (passive) capillary flow of prepared working liquid is recorded by a CMOS camera corresponding to …
Published in International Journal of Composite and Constituent Materials · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 15–22 Read article