Researchers have developed a microchip that is 10 times faster and 14 times more sensitive than earlier methods to diagnose lung cancer with a blood draw. The microchip captures nanoscale particles called exosomes from blood plasma. 

Using peptides and a snippet of the large molecules in plastics, scientists have developed materials made of tiny, flexible nano-sized ribbons that can be charged just like a battery to store energy or record digital information. 

Nano4EARTH participants publish a comment article on nanotechnology solutions for the climate crisis. 

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Researchers have discovered a novel means of directing lipid nanoparticles to target specific tissues. The engineers demonstrated how subtle adjustments to the chemical structure of an ionizable lipid, a key component of a lipid nanoparticle, allow for tissue-specific delivery to the liver, lungs, and spleen. 

Researchers have developed boron nitride nanotubes containing spin qubits. These nanotubes are more sensitive in detecting off-axis magnetic fields at high resolution than traditional diamond tips used in scanning probe magnetic-field microscopes.

The Nanotechnology Characterization Laboratory will host a one-day public symposium on Nov. 7 to celebrate 20 years of medical advancements in the field of cancer nanotechnology. 

During this workshop, nanotechnology environmental, health, and safety scientists will discuss scientific advancements toward the responsible development and application of nanotechnology, nanomaterials, and advanced materials.