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Category: How do scientists use nanotechnology?

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Biofilm technology for powering wearables

Posted on November 28, 2022June 25, 2025 by Aubrey Zerkle

Scientists devised a new method for converting energy from evaporation into electricity, using sustainable microbial biofilms. This device…

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    Can nanoparticles remove plastic pollution from water?

    Posted on October 17, 2022June 24, 2025 by Melisa Yashinski

    Scientists developed iron oxide nanoparticles with water-resistant coatings. They showed that microplastics in water bind to the particles,…

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      One step closer to wearable electronics

      Posted on April 18, 2022October 24, 2022 by Melisa Yashinski

      Scientists have found the addition of conductive nanomaterials like copper and ceramics in a piezoelectric polymer material greatly…

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        Using nanoparticles to treat osteoporosis

        Posted on April 4, 2022June 24, 2025 by Sciworthy

        The cells in our bones play a crucial role in maintaining our bone health. Diseases such as osteoporosis can damage the health of our bones.…

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