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Graphene study confirms 40-year-old physics prediction

Researchers from the U.S. and Japan have observed a rare quantum effect that produces a repeating butterfly-shaped energy spectrum, confirming the longstanding prediction of this quantum fractal energy structure called Hofstadter’s butterfly. Read more
Injectable nanoparticles may simplify treatment for Type 1 Diabetes

Injectable nanoparticles developed at MIT may someday eliminate the need for patients with Type 1 diabetes to constantly monitor their blood-sugar levels and inject themselves with insulin. Read more
Nanotube-infused silicone liquid crystal stiffens with repeated compression

Squeeze a piece of silicone and it quickly returns to its original shape. But scientists at Rice University have discovered that the liquid crystal phase of silicone becomes 90% stiffer when silicone is gently and repeatedly compressed. Read more
Can Solar Energy Get Bigger by Thinking Small?

National Geographic looks into advances in solar energy and examines the various ways in which nanotechnology could provide a gigantic boost in solar energy efficiency and affordability. Read more
Supertough & Strong Nanofibers

UNL materials engineers have developed a structural nanofiber that is both strong and tough, two traits that are usually mutually exclusive. This discovery could transform everything from airplanes and bridges to body armor and bicycles. Read more

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NNI Supplement to the President's 2014 Budget

NCI Cancer Dialogue logo This document gives a description of the activities underway in 2012 and 2013 and planned for 2014 by the Federal Government agencies participating in the National Nanotechnology Initiative (NNI).

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NNI 2012 RSL Workshop Report

The formal report of the 2012 Regional, State, and Local Workshop in Portland, Oregon, is now available on Nano.gov.

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Nano in your Neighborhood

Map of USA Our Interactive Nanotechology Resource Map allows users to search state-by-state to find nano-related college degree programs and training programs, labs, facilities, NNI R&D Centers, and economic development organization across the country. Find out what's happening in your area.

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The NNI Dashboard shows annual spending for the agencies participating in the NNI. This cross-cut budget information can be sorted by agency and by Program Component Area to better identify funding trends.

Learn About Nanotechnology

The NNI has two brochures for the public that introduce concepts in nanotechnolgy. Big Things from a Tiny World (left) is a general overview; Powerful Things from a Tiny World (right) delves into nanotechnology and energy. Click on the images to see more.

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Graphene study confirms 40-year-old physics prediction

Injectable nanoparticles may simplify treatment for Type 1 Diabetes

Nanotube-infused silicone liquid crystal stiffens with repeated compression

Can Solar Energy Get Bigger by Thinking Small?

Supertough & Strong Nanofibers