Nanoparticles have the potential to revolutionise the construction industry, but we need to tread carefully until the potential hazards of these "wonder materials" are fully understood
Electroednics that dissolve in the environment or are even edible are the answer to the ever-growing problem of e-waste
February 2014
Could nanoprinting kick-start a world of versatile home manufacturing?
Nanoparticle inks can turn your existing 2D printer into a circuit board production line – and the possibilities for 3D printers are mind-boggling
January 2014
Nanomedicines set to revolutionise the treatment of diabetes
The treatment of diabetes could be transformed by using nanotechnology to create a 'smart delivery' system that regulates glucose levels from within the body – effectively replicating the work of the pancreatic cells that produce insulin
November 2013
Nanotechnology on the crime scene
Scientists are working at nanotechnology applications that may steer the power of forensics, but the challenge is bringing them from lab to court
October 2013
Nanotech's role in feeding the planet
Nano: a cleaner option?
September 2013
Precious particles
Valuable metals acquire unusual colours and textures when they are reduced to the nano scale. But nano-jewellery raises a question: is it wise to use a debated technology for purely aesthetic means?
August 2013
Nanotech's Sunday best
Amidst fears of nanobots crawling under our skin, or "grey goo" infiltrating our world, there are some areas where consumers are happily embracing nanotechnology
July 2013
Big ambition for nanotechnology
Could nanotubes be the next big thing for detecting disease early? One high school student in the US hopes so
June 2013
Putting nanotechnology regulation under the microscope
An international survey suggests current regulations are sufficient to ensure products containing nanotechnology are safe – but should more be done?
May 2013
Mapping the mind with nanotechnology
The Brain Initiative is combining neuroscience with nanotechnology in the world's biggest project to understand the mind. By Katharine Sanderson