Podcasts about Nanomaterials

Episode: 2461 The Growth of Nanotechnology.  Today, small is big.

In this podcast episode, MRS Bulletin's Sophia Chen interviews Xingchen Ye of Indiana University about his research group's studies on the fundamental behavior of colloidal materials. Colloidal materials consist of liquids with nanoparticles suspended in them. Ye's team is interested in how a colloidal material's properties change as the team spatially rearranges the nanoparticles in the liquid. They looked specifically at the self-assembly of gold nanocubes into a lattice structure. Ye's team studied how that structure gives rise to the material's bulk properties. This work was published in a recent issue of Nature Chemical Engineering.

In this podcast episode, MRS Bulletin's Laura Leay interviews Fabian Meder from the Italian Institute of Technology in Genova and the Sant'Anna School of Advanced Studies in Piza, Italy about his research group's device that makes use of wind-driven plant leaf motion to generate electricity which can power a chemical delivery system. Their triboelectric nanogenerator involves an artificial leaf made of a 500 μm silicone elastomer layer and an electrode made from indium tin oxide. This is attached to the leaf of a plant. A gold-coated pin electrode inserted in the stem of the plant harvests charges from the plant tissue. This work was published in a recent issue of Bioinspiration & Biomimetic. 

A propósito de los accesos a internet fijo a través de fibra óptica, Javier Jules conversó con un vocero de la Comisión de Regulación de Comunicaciones quién le reveló el incremento de este tipo de conexiones en Colombia; además Nanomaterial para mejorar los cultivos; también IA y sus respuestas a la humanidad; Asus y mucho más.

In this episode, we dive into the weird world of nanomaterials and their game-changing role in sustainable technology and space exploration.My guest is Connor Boland, a researcher a Dublin City University. He breaks down how everyday substances like gypsum or pencil lead are transformed into high-tech nanostructures with applications for electronics, engineering, or space travel. He also explains how this can be down with minimal environmental impact. In some cases only requiring a kitchen blender. It's all part of his philosophy for doing cutting-edge science that's not just innovative but does no harm for the planet.From eco-friendly advancements to responsible research, we explore why sustainability should be at the core of scientific breakthroughs. Get ready to rethink what's possible and discover how these futuristic materials could shape the world and space in ways you never imagined.

What if the tiniest materials in the universe could save lives, fight diseases, and reshape our future?Today, we're uncovering the answers with Dr. Antonios Kelarakis. Join us for: The power of nanomaterials: Discover the science behind these tiny but mighty materials and their revolutionary potential. Exciting real-world applications: Learn how ultra-bright carbon dots are transforming medical treatments and how graphene coatings are combating harmful microbes. The role of AI in research: See how artificial intelligence is reshaping the discovery and development of groundbreaking materials. The big question: Can science truly save the next generation? This episode is packed with cutting-edge insights and real-world applications that will leave you inspired about the future of science and technology. Episode Chapters To help you navigate this episode, here are the chapter timestamps: 04:31 – Navigating the Academic Landscape 11:29 – Materials Alchemy: The Science Behind Innovation 16:59 – The Smart Revolution: Nanomaterials in Action 23:23 – Collaboration: The Heart of Scientific Discovery 27:21 – Theragnostics: The Role of Carbon Dots 29:52 – Graphene and Antimicrobial Coatings 33:33 – AI's Impact on Research and Academia 37:32 – Challenges and Opportunities in Nanomaterials 40:29 – Can Science Save the Next Generation?

In this podcast episode, MRS Bulletin's Sophia Chen interviews postdoctoral research fellow Rohit Pratyush Behera and Prof. Hortense Le Ferrand of Nanyang Technological University in Singapore about their design of a strong and tough ceramic that absorbs energy, inspired from biology. They borrowed microscopic designs found in a mollusk, a mantis shrimp, and the enamel casing surrounding human teeth. The researchers stacked round discs of aluminum oxide particles in horizontal layers in a helical structure, then encased the structure in an extra protective layer made of alumina nanoparticles. The aluminum oxide in the discs is designed to respond to an external magnetic field, modifying the orientation of the discs layer by layer, consequently adjusting the properties of the ceramic composites. This work was published in a recent issue of Cell Reports Physical Science.

As part of the European Cooperation in Science and Technology, or COST Action, Working Group 2 of the COSY network focuses on developing efficient methods for describing the motion of molecules in confined systems. Their work covers four key areas, ranging from toxic gas separation to tumour biomarker detection. Find out more about the COSY COST Action network on cost-cosy.eu Read the original research:https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/sstr.202400147https://doi.org/10.1039/D2CP04295Ahttps://doi.org/10.1021/acs.jpcc.3c02494https://doi.org/10.1016/j.molliq.2023.122828https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0146680https://doi.org/10.1080/00268976.2024.2341106https://doi.org/10.1002/anie.202205198  

Mehdi Tajvidi is a Professor of Renewable Nanomaterials in the School of Forest Resources at the University of Maine. His areas of research interest are production, characterization and performance evaluation of renewable nanomaterials and their composites. Mehdi's core research area at UMaine is focused on utilization of cellulose nanomaterials in high volume applications such as coatings, packaging and building products.Our conversation was recorded in May 2024. ~~~~~The Maine Science Podcast is a production of the Maine Discovery Museum. It is recorded at Discovery Studios, at the Maine Discovery Museum, in Bangor, ME. The Maine Science Podcast is hosted and executive produced by Kate Dickerson; edited and produced by Scott Loiselle.The Discover Maine theme was composed and performed by Nick Parker.To support our work: https://www.mainediscoverymuseum.org/donate. Find us online:Maine Discovery MuseumMaine Discovery Museum on social media: Facebook InstagramMaine Science Festival on social media: Facebook Twitter InstagramMaine Science Podcast on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram © 2024 Maine Discovery Museum

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In this podcast episode, MRS Bulletin's Laura Leay interviews Michael Pettes, deputy group leader and staff scientist at the Center for Integrated Nanotechnologies in Los Alamos National laboratory about a characterization technique that employs a four-dimensional scanning transmission electron microscope (4D-STEM) paired with complex computational data analysis to directly measure the thermal expansion coefficient (TEC) of monolayer epitaxial tungsten diselenide. The standard technique for directly measuring the TEC involves X-ray diffraction, but 2D materials are too thin. 4D-STEM uses a patterned electron probe which enables diffraction positions to be accurately mapped in real space. This method overcomes the challenges of indirect measurements and spatial resolution. This work was published in a recent issue of ACS Nano. 

How are nanomaterials being used around us – and what are the potential risks? Khara D. Grieger, an Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist in Environmental Health and Risk Assessment at North Carolina State University, joins us to discuss this intriguing topic. With a Ph.D. in environmental engineering, Khara is interested in unpacking the uses and risks of nanotechnology in agriculture and food production. Drawing from her extensive knowledge of risk assessment, risk management, and stakeholder engagement, her research is truly ahead of its time… In this episode, we cover: The range of nanomaterials that are being developed and used in food and agricultural products. Examples of engineered nanomaterials. Food additives that may be detrimental to health, and why companies keep using them. To learn more about Khara and her work, click here now! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

In this podcast episode, MRS Bulletin's Laura Leay interviews Falon Kalutantirige from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and Ying Li from the University of Wisconsin-Madison about their approach and discovery when characterizing nanovoids in polymer films. Using polyamide (PA) membranes as their subject of study, the researchers applied graph theory combined with electron tomography and molecular dynamics simulations to characterize the morphology of the nanovoids. The key to understanding permeance of the membranes lies in understanding the void space that was mapped using electron tomography. Using their mixed-method approach, the researchers were able to relate the nanoscale morphology to membrane function. Taking this beyond the study of PA membranes, the research team showed how nanovoids impact the synthesis‒morphology‒function relationships of complex nanomaterials. This work was published in a recent issue of Nature Communications. 

In this episode of the Safer Chemicals Podcast, we explore the vital work carried out by the European Chemicals Agency's Member State Committee. Host Päivi Jokiniemi is joined by Katinka van der Jagt, Chair of the Member State Committee, alongside two of the committee's national members, Katarzyna Malkiewicz from the Swedish Chemicals Agency KEMI, and Agnieszka Dudra from the Polish Bureau for Chemical Substances.The European Union, a partnership of 27 countries, is committed to building a safer and healthier future. ECHA's Member State Committee exemplifies this commitment by bringing together representatives from all EU member states to reach consensus on key chemical safety decisions. Throughout the episode, our guests talk about the unique aspects of the Member State Committee, discussing its tasks, responsibilities, and the collaborative nature of its decision-making process. They highlight the importance of science-based decisions, transparency, and the committee's role in promoting the substitution and minimisation of harmful substances.Key topics:Committee voting procedure and its impact on committee collaborationGeneration of experimental data for industrial chemicals and its significance in identifying hazardous substancesIdentification of substances of very high concern, particularly those with endocrine-disrupting propertiesNational perspectives on chemical safety priorities and how they influence committee decisionsImportance of science and legal frameworks in resolving divergences and achieving consensusFuture challenges, including emerging chemical concerns like nanomaterials, neurotoxicity, immunotoxicity, and the development of non-animal testing methodsUseful linksGive us feedbackMember State Committee - who we areMember State Committee - meeting agendas and minutes**************Subscribe to our YouTube channelSubscribe to our Safer Chemicals PodcastSubscribe to our newsFollow us on:TwitterFacebookLinkedInVisit our website Disclaimer: Views expressed by interviewees do not necessarily represent the official position of the European Chemicals Agency. All content is up to date at the time of publication.Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Printed buildings, energy from atmospheric humidity, earthquake resilience – some of the novel ideas taking age-old construction techniques and making them fit for the future.  The way we build has not evolved much over millennia, but the context is radically different. So how can we build the homes we need in the least damaging way possible? To talk us through some of the latest ideas are:  Abdelghani Meslem is senior research engineer in Hazard and Risk Modelling at NORSAR in Norway. His work is focused on earthquake risk modelling, risk reduction and management. Paweł Sikora is an associate professor from the Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the West Pomeranian University of Technology in Szczecin, Poland, where he researches additive manufacturing, lightweight concretes and nanotechnology. Andriy Lyubchyk is assistant professor of Nanotechnologies and Nanomaterials at the Research Center in Industrial Engineering, Management and Sustainability, part of Lisbon University. Andriy focuses on harnessing nanoengineering to advance the generation of renewable energy.  

The NIEHS Superfund Research Program (SRP) is sponsoring a Progress in Research webinar series, hosted by CLU-IN, to showcase federally funded researchers developing curricula and educational programs focused on emergent technologies in the sphere of occupational health and safety. The three-part series will highlight researchers' projects, accomplishments, and demonstrate research products — included in this group of researchers are SRP's seven R25 grant recipients as well as participation from the NIEHS Worker Training Program (WTP) and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) National Institute for Occupational Safety & Health (NIOSH). To learn about and register for the other sessions in this webinar series, please see the SRP website. City University of New York (CUNY) | New York Training Center for Emerging Technologies in Industrial Hygiene: Brian Pavilonis, Ph.D., and Homero Harari, Sc.D., will plan to discuss the work their grant has facilitated in support of training and research opportunities for industrial hygiene students in New York City. They will also showcase a sensor technology employed in nail salons to monitor indoor hazardous airborne contaminants and the risks posed to nail technicians. University of California, Los Angeles | Occupational and Environmental Exposures and Work Practices for Nanomaterials and Electronic Products: Candace Tsai, Ph.D., will discuss how her grant provides professional training through academic curricula, research experiences, and continuing education courses in industrial hygiene and environmental health sciences to graduate students and industrial hygienists in the Southern California region. This presentation will also include several research results accomplished by graduate student trainees in the topics of electronic waste recycling and assessment, 3D printing evaluation, virtual reality applications to firefighters' workplace and potential biological effects associated with green solvent use as emerging alternatives. Additionally, current progress of UCLA's training program and emerging technology course will be summarized. Purdue University | Distance Education and Training on Emerging Contaminants and Technologies (DETECT): Ellen Wells, Ph.D., will introduce and provide the current status of her NIH R25 Distance Education and Training on Emerging Contaminants and Technologies (DETECT) project, which is a collaboration between faculty at Purdue University, the University of Toledo, and the University of South Florida. Goals of the project are to provide educational resources in the areas of Emerging Contaminants, Emerging Technologies, and Safety Management Systems. NIEHS Superfund Research Program: Michelle Heacock, Ph.D., and Danielle Carlin, Ph.D., of the NIEHS Superfund Research Program, will provide an overview of the Occupational Health and Safety Training Education Programs on Emerging Technologies (R25) program. To view this archive online or download the slides associated with this seminar, please visit http://www.clu-in.org/conf/tio/SRPPIR23_042624/

The NIEHS Superfund Research Program (SRP) is sponsoring a Progress in Research webinar series, hosted by CLU-IN, to showcase federally funded researchers developing curricula and educational programs focused on emergent technologies in the sphere of occupational health and safety. The three-part series will highlight researchers' projects, accomplishments, and demonstrate research products — included in this group of researchers are SRP's seven R25 grant recipients as well as participation from the NIEHS Worker Training Program (WTP) and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) National Institute for Occupational Safety & Health (NIOSH). To learn about and register for the other sessions in this webinar series, please see the SRP website. City University of New York (CUNY) | New York Training Center for Emerging Technologies in Industrial Hygiene: Brian Pavilonis, Ph.D., and Homero Harari, Sc.D., will plan to discuss the work their grant has facilitated in support of training and research opportunities for industrial hygiene students in New York City. They will also showcase a sensor technology employed in nail salons to monitor indoor hazardous airborne contaminants and the risks posed to nail technicians. University of California, Los Angeles | Occupational and Environmental Exposures and Work Practices for Nanomaterials and Electronic Products: Candace Tsai, Ph.D., will discuss how her grant provides professional training through academic curricula, research experiences, and continuing education courses in industrial hygiene and environmental health sciences to graduate students and industrial hygienists in the Southern California region. This presentation will also include several research results accomplished by graduate student trainees in the topics of electronic waste recycling and assessment, 3D printing evaluation, virtual reality applications to firefighters' workplace and potential biological effects associated with green solvent use as emerging alternatives. Additionally, current progress of UCLA's training program and emerging technology course will be summarized. Purdue University | Distance Education and Training on Emerging Contaminants and Technologies (DETECT): Ellen Wells, Ph.D., will introduce and provide the current status of her NIH R25 Distance Education and Training on Emerging Contaminants and Technologies (DETECT) project, which is a collaboration between faculty at Purdue University, the University of Toledo, and the University of South Florida. Goals of the project are to provide educational resources in the areas of Emerging Contaminants, Emerging Technologies, and Safety Management Systems. NIEHS Superfund Research Program: Michelle Heacock, Ph.D., and Danielle Carlin, Ph.D., of the NIEHS Superfund Research Program, will provide an overview of the Occupational Health and Safety Training Education Programs on Emerging Technologies (R25) program. To view this archive online or download the slides associated with this seminar, please visit http://www.clu-in.org/conf/tio/SRPPIR23_042624/

A game-changing solution to the global food crisis could come from something so tiny you can't see it with the naked eye. Nanomaterials chemist Christy Haynes describes her team's work designing nanoparticles that could protect plants from disease and crop loss, helping farmers reap abundant harvests and grow food that will make its way to markets and dinner tables. After the talk, Sherrell shares thoughts on the possibilities of precision agriculture.

We talked with Mohamed Elamir and  Dr. Andreas Bittner.Mohammad is the winner of the EIT Changemaker Award and co-founder of Woamy, which develops biodegradable plastic-free biofoam for protective packaging to replace harmful plastic foams. https://www.woamy.com/Dr. Andreas Bittner is the winner of the Public Award winner from HiQ-CARB, a team that produces sustainable and resource-efficient nanomaterials for high-performance batteries. These materials enable faster-charging electric vehicles, extended battery life spans for mobile phones, and enhanced safety and longevity for battery-powered devices. https://www.greener-carbons.eu/

In this conversation, Pranoti Kshirsagar interviews T N Narayanan, a group leader at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research in Hyderabad. They discuss the field of materials and interface engineering, which focuses on understanding and controlling interfaces between different materials. T N Narayanan explains the importance of studying interfaces in various applications, such as transistors and electrochemical reactions. He also shares his career journey, including his work on magnetic nanoneedles and the development of nanotube sponges for oil absorption and water purification. In this conversation, T N Narayanan discusses his career journey and research in the field of interface and materials engineering. He talks about his work on doped graphene and boron nitride for catalytic applications, as well as his research on water splitting for hydrogen production. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the role of interfaces in various electrochemical processes. T N Narayanan also shares his passion for international collaborations and learning from different fields. He expresses his desire for more training and exposure to different research cultures. In the second part of the conversation, T N Narayanan discusses his upcoming takeover of the RealScientistNano Twitter account, where he plans to introduce himself, showcase his lab's research, and share research news. Takeaways Materials and interface engineering focuses on understanding and controlling interfaces between different materials. Studying interfaces is important for various applications, such as transistors and electrochemical reactions. T N Narayanan's research includes the development of nanotube sponges for oil absorption and coated sand for water purification. His career journey includes work on magnetic nanoneedles and the founding of a company. T N Narayanan's research focuses on interface and materials engineering, with a particular interest in electrochemical processes and catalytic applications. He has worked on doped graphene and boron nitride as efficient catalysts for various reactions, and he has also studied water splitting for hydrogen production. Understanding the role of interfaces is crucial in improving the efficiency of electrochemical processes and developing sustainable energy solutions. T N Narayanan emphasizes the importance of international collaborations and learning from different fields to advance scientific knowledge. He expresses his desire for more training and exposure to different research cultures to further enhance his understanding of complex scientific problems. T N Narayanan will be taking over the RealScientistNano Twitter account to introduce himself, showcase his lab's research, and share research news. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:34 Research on Materials and Interface Engineering 05:35 Applications in Transistors and Catalysis 07:58 Implications in Electronics 13:39 Wide Range of Applications 14:32 Career Journey 21:17 Starting a Company 22:44 Water Purification 24:11 Research on Removing Heavy Metal Ions 24:50 Move to TIFR and Electrochemical Research 26:16 Research on Nanomaterials for Catalytic Applications 28:51 Continued Interest in Understanding Interfaces 31:25 Research on Water Splitting and Interface Structure 36:09 Role of Interface in Hydrogen Generation 39:32 Benefits of Being a Scientist 41:18 Challenges and Wishes for Research Experience 45:04 Upcoming International Research Experience 46:13 Takeover of Real Scientist Nano Twitter Account 48:39 Available-podcast_YT.mp4 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/under-microscope/message

UK-based nanomaterials developer Advanced Material Development prides itself as “a provider of nano-scale solutions to world-scale challenges.” In this case study, we look at how AMD scaled new heights in traceability and bill of materials (BOM) management with the help of MRP software. You can learn more about it from this episode or read about it on our blog More information about MRPeasy software at our website mrpeasy.com

A game-changing solution to the global food crisis could come from something so tiny you can't see it with the naked eye. Nanomaterials chemist Christy Haynes describes her team's work designing nanoparticles that could protect plants from disease and crop loss, helping farmers reap abundant harvests and grow food that will make its way to markets and dinner tables.

A game-changing solution to the global food crisis could come from something so tiny you can't see it with the naked eye. Nanomaterials chemist Christy Haynes describes her team's work designing nanoparticles that could protect plants from disease and crop loss, helping farmers reap abundant harvests and grow food that will make its way to markets and dinner tables.

A game-changing solution to the global food crisis could come from something so tiny you can't see it with the naked eye. Nanomaterials chemist Christy Haynes describes her team's work designing nanoparticles that could protect plants from disease and crop loss, helping farmers reap abundant harvests and grow food that will make its way to markets and dinner tables.

With four seasons under our belt, we've heard some amazing stories about how our guests have found, or often “stumbled” into, their careers in science. We've also had many conversations where past guests have passionately discussed the importance of their early career teachers as well as what teaching does for them in their current careers. This conversation is squarely centered on these two topics, with a good dose of photochemistry mixed in too. We meet Dr. Izzy Lamb, Assistant Professor at Fort Lewis College, which is a small liberal arts school in Colorado with a primarily undergraduate student population. Izzy is entertainingly forthright in admitting that he's often a bit surprised by his success in chemistry given that he was failing the topic in high school and was later accepted to only one of the six graduate programs he applied to. However, our conversation quickly uncovers why Izzy has been successful in what matters most to him—exploring photochemistry and training the next generation of chemists. Join us for this engaging look at how Izzy has built a thriving career in chemistry through perseverance, passion, and knowing what matters most to him. We learn about his career in photocatalysis and how he's now adapting his research to better fit the resources and undergraduate students where he's now working. A passion for teaching students in a way that gets them thinking and equipped to solve real-world problems is his priority, and we learn how he's using a passion for understanding quantum yields of photochemical reactions to help inform more sustainable ways of doing chemistry.Related episodes: Season 1, Ep.2: Reinventing plastics, one reaction at a time Season 3, Ep.1: Fuel the world with light -  the wonders of nano-magnesiumSeason 3, Ep.9: Energy harvesting and self-sustainable greenhousesBonus content!Access bonus content curated by this episode's guest by visiting www.thermofisher.com/chemistry-podcast for links to recent publications, podcasts, books, videos and more.View the video of this episode on www.thermofisher.com/chemistry-podcast.A free thank you gift for our listeners! Visit the episode website and request your free Bringing Chemistry to Life t shirt.Use Podcast Code:  Ba++ery in January 2024 or liV4chem in February We read every email so please share your questions and feedback with us! Email helloBCTL@thermofisher.com About Your HostPaolo Braiuca grew up in the North-East of Italy and holds a PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences from nearby esteemed University of Trieste, Italy. He developed expertise in biocatalysis during his years of post-doctoral research in Italy and the UK, where he co-founded a startup company. With this new venture, Paolo's career shifted from R&D to business development, taking on roles in commercial, product management, and marketing. He has worked in the specialty chemicals, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical markets in Germany and the UK, where he presently resides. He is currently the Director of Global Market Development in the Laboratory Chemicals Division at Thermo Fisher Scientific™ which put him in the host chair of the Bringing Chemistry to Life podcast. A busy father of four, in what little free time he has, you'll find him inventing electronic devices with the help of his loyal 3D-printer and soldering iron. And if you ask him, he'll call himself a “maker” at heart.

Nanomaterials are small particles that can be found everywhere, including in the air we breathe, which can have detrimental effects on health and the environment. Dr Ernesto Alfaro-Moreno of the International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory in Braga, Portugal, has been involved in continued research on the toxicology of nanomaterials, with promising application in our daily lives.  Read more in Research OutreachRead the original research: doi.org/10.1186/s12989-023-00530-0

Chris Burres is a pioneer in carbon nanomaterials and a co-owner of SES Research Inc., a company delivering groundbreaking solutions in this field since 1991. In our conversation, we explored the remarkable journey of ESS60, a molecule that has been a game-changer in various industries and, more intriguingly, in the field of longevity. Burres detailed the journey of this Nobel Prize-associated molecule from its discovery at Rice University in 1985 to its unexpected role in extending the lifespan of Wistar rats by 90%.One of the most compelling aspects of our discussion was the molecule's journey from industrial applications to a potential longevity elixir. "This molecule is absolutely amazing. In industrial applications, it performs as well or better than the current best material in almost every application," Burres explained. He further delved into the molecule's unique structure, likening it to a soccer ball, where the lines represent bonds between carbon atoms.The conversation took an unexpected turn with the revelation that ESS60, initially assumed to be toxic due to its benzene-like structure, actually contributed to a significant increase in the lifespan of test subjects. This led to Burres and his team pivoting from being "happy go lucky carbon nanomaterial scientists" to entering the supplement industry. This shift was propelled by the remarkable finding that rats administered with ESS60 lived 90% longer than the control group, a result that Burres described as "the single longest longevity experimental result in history."As a business leader and entrepreneur, Burres also shared insights into the challenges and decisions faced when transitioning from manufacturing carbon nanomaterials for industrial use to creating a consumer health supplement. This shift was not without its ethical and legal considerations, as he candidly discussed the journey towards ensuring the product's safety and compliance with FDA regulations.Listeners will find value in Burres' exploration of the mechanisms behind ESS60's effectiveness. He discussed the concepts of oxidative stress and inflammation, and how ESS60 addresses these key factors in aging. The conversation also touched on broader topics in the realm of longevity, including dietary solutions, exercise, and the impact of sleep on overall health.This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone interested in the intersection of science, health, and entrepreneurship. It offers a unique perspective on how a scientific discovery can lead to unforeseen opportunities and challenges in the business world.

In today's episode of the Digital Supply Chain podcast, I talked nanomaterials and packaging with Federico Trotta, Co-Founder and CEO of Metalchemy. As we unpacked the potential of this nascent industry, we discovered how Metalchemy is pioneering solutions that could revolutionise sustainability in supply chains and beyond. Our conversation took a deep dive into Metalchemy's groundbreaking antimicrobial technology – a beacon of hope for industries grappling with stringent preservative regulations. It's not just about prolonging shelf life anymore; it's about reinventing preservation with an eco-conscious mindset.We also touched upon Metalchemy's aspiration to lead the global nanomaterial market, transitioning from academia to tangible, societal benefits. Their proactive commercial partnerships aim to catapult nanotechnology from the lab to the frontline, making a measurable impact.Towards the end of the episode we discussed biomaterials. In a world drowning in plastic, bioplastics offer a glimmer of hope. Federico illuminated the challenges and advancements in making bioplastics a viable contender to their synthetic counterparts, both in functionality and cost-effectiveness.The episode concluded with insights into the integration of AI in enhancing the efficiency of experimental processes, a synergy of software and hardware that could potentially accelerate innovation.Tune in to this episode for a journey through the microscopic world with macro implications, and be part of the conversation steering us towards a greener future.For those eager to learn more, Federico invites you to explore Metalchemy's website and join their vibrant LinkedIn community. Stay updated with their latest ventures and be inspired by how nanotechnology is not just shaping materials, but also our environmental consciousness.Check out the video version of this episode at https://youtu.be/0SrZW0z9GxESupport the showPodcast supportersI'd like to sincerely thank this podcast's generous supporters: Lorcan Sheehan Krishna Kumar Christophe Kottelat Olivier Brusle Alicia Farag Joël VANDI Luis Olavarria And remember you too can Support the Podcast - it is really easy and hugely important as it will enable me to continue to create more excellent Digital Supply Chain episodes like this one.Podcast Sponsorship Opportunities:If you/your organisation is interested in sponsoring this podcast - I have several options available. Let's talk!FinallyIf you have any comments/suggestions or questions for the podcast - feel free to just send me a direct message on Twitter/LinkedIn. If you liked this show, please don't forget to rate and/or review it. It makes a big difference to help new people discover it. Thanks for listening.

Dr Miah Hammond-Errey is joined by Dr Kobi Leins (GAICD), Honorary Senior Fellow at King's College, London and international law expert, to discuss her work on nanomaterials and their implications for existing international law governing chemical and biological weapons. They also discuss why international standards are so important, AI's potential for evil and the need for improved understandings of data ethics – from the classroom to the boardroom – as well as why we should be wary about claims of de-identified or anonymised data. Kobi is an Honorary Senior Fellow of King's College, London; an Advisory Board Member of the Carnegie AI and Equality Initiative; a technical expert for Standards Australia advising the International Standards Organisation on forthcoming AI Standards; and co-founder of the IEEE's Responsible Innovation of AI and the Life Sciences. She is also a former Non-Resident Fellow of the United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research, worked at NAB in Data Ethics and in 2022 published her book, New War Technologies and International Law: The Legal Limits to Weaponising Nanomaterials. Technology and Security is hosted by Dr Miah Hammond-Errey, the inaugural director of the Emerging Technology program at the United States Studies Centre, based at the University of Sydney. Resources mentioned in the recording:  (Dr Kobi Leins) New War Technologies and International Law: The Legal Limits to Weaponising Nanomaterials (Dr Kobi Leins & Helen Duram, Lieber Institute) Life, love & Lethality: History and Delegating Death on the Battlefield (Dr Miah Hammond-Errey & Paul Mostafa, Lowy Institute) The evolving threat from chemical weapons (Organisation of the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons) The Chemical Weapons Convention  (Office of the High Commissioner of Human Rights) Article 36, Protocol Additional to the Geneva Conventions of 12 August 1949, and relating to the Protection of Victims of International Armed Conflicts (Protocol 1) (Pugwash Conferences on Science and World Affairs) Pugwash (Anja Kaspersen, Kobi Leins, & Wendell Wallach, Carnegie Council) Are We Automating the Banality and Radicality of Evil? Artificial Intelligence & Equality Initiative (Kobi Leins, Jeyhan Lau & Tim Baldwin) Give Me Convenience and Give Her Death: Who Should Decide What Uses of NLP are Appropriate, and on What Basis? (Lighthouse3, Women in AI Ethics) Mia Shah-Dand (Distributed AI Research Institute) Timnit Gebru (Poet of Code) Joy Buolamwini (Dr Miah Hammond-Errey) Big Data, Emerging Technologies and Intelligence: National Security Disrupted (International Organization for Standardization – ISO) SC42 – Artificial Intelligence (Marc Levinson) The Box: How the Shipping Container Made the World Smaller and the World Economy Bigger (Douglas Guilfoyle, Tamsin Phillipa Paige & Rob McLaughlin) The Final Frontier of Cyberspace: The Seabed Beyond National Jurisdiction and the Protection of Submarine Cables (Salinger Privacy) Anna Johnston (Cathy O'Neil) Weapons of Math Destruction: How Big Data Increases Inequality and Threatens Democracy (E. F. Schumacher) Small Is Beautiful: A Study of Economics as if People Mattered Miah's Twitter: https://twitter.com/Miah_HE The USSC website: https://www.ussc.edu.au/ Making great content requires fabulous teams. Thanks to the great talents of the following.  Research support and editorial assistance: Tom Barrett  Production: Elliott Brennan  Podcast design: Susan Beale Music: Dr. Paul Mac This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Gadigal people, and we pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging — here and wherever you're listening. We acknowledge their continuing connection to land, sea and community, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. 

In this podcast episode, MRS Bulletin's Laura Leay interviews Stanford University's Jennifer Dionne and her PhD student Fareeha Safir and their colleague Amr. Saleh from Cairo University about their work on identifying bacteria in complex samples. Instead of culturing bacteria then identifying them using specific methods such as a polymerase chain reaction test, which takes hours, Dionne's research group uses Raman spectroscopy combined with machine learning to detect the presence of two specific bacteria in samples that contained red blood cells. The addition of gold nanorods to the samples further enhanced the signal from the bacteria. Another way the research team accelerated the detection of bacteria signal was by building an acoustic bioprinter for the liquid samples: the specialist printer uses focused soundwaves to break the surface tension of a larger droplet, maintaining cell viability. This work was published in a recent issue of Nano Letters.

Alexandre Correa, CEO of Gerdau Graphene, shares his perspective on the past, present, and future of nanomaterials and graphene in the coatings market. Topics include possible improvements in technical performance; overcoming challenges such as scale; potential changes for applicators; and future priorities for the company.

Jim talks with Sara Walker and Lee Cronin about the ideas in their Aeon essay "Time Is an Object." They discuss the history of the idea of time, Newton's clockwork universe, the capacity for things to happen, the impossibility of time travel, Einstein's block universe theory, making time testable, conceptions of the arrow of time, irreversibility as an emergent property, the core of assembly theory, measures of complexity, recursive deconstruction, distinguishing random & complex, Kolmogorov complexity, the absence of a useful theory of complexity, counting steps in the assembly pathway, developing theories from measurement, the size of chemical possibility space, the role of memory in the creation of large organic chemicals, memory depth, the assembly index, the origins of life, a sharp phase transition between biotic & non-biotic molecules, life as a stack of objects, a phase transition between life & technology, techno-signatures, error correction in DNA, whether assembly theory is a theory of time, the temporal dimension as a physical feature of objects, implications for SETI & the Fermi paradox, spotting the difference between noise & assembly, the Great Perceptual Filter, looking for complexity in the universe, the probability of life originating, and much more. Episode Transcript "Time is an object," by Sara Walker and Lee Cronin (Aeon) JRS EP5 - Lee Smolin on Quantum Foundations and Einstein's Unfinished Revolution Professor Sara Walker is an astrobiologist and theoretical physicist. Her work focuses on the origins and nature of life, and in particular whether or not there are universal ‘laws of life' that would allow predicting when life emerges and can guide our search for other examples on other worlds.  Her research integrates diverse perspectives ranging from chemistry, biology, geology, astronomy and the foundations of physics, to computer science, cheminformatics, artificial life, artificial intelligence and consciousness. At Arizona State University she is Deputy Director of the Beyond Center for Fundamental Concepts in Science, Associate Director of the ASU-Santa Fe Institute Center for Biosocial Complex Systems and Professor in the School of Earth and Space Exploration. She is also a member of the External Faculty at the Santa Fe Institute. She is active in public engagement in science, with appearances on "Through the Wormhole", NPR's Science Friday, and on a number of international science festivals and podcasts. She has published in leading research journals and is an internationally recognized thought leader in the study of the origins of life, alien life and the search for a deeper understanding of ourselves in our universe. Leroy (Lee) Cronin is the Regius Professor of Chemistry in Glasgow. Since the age of 9 Lee has wanted to explore chemistry using electronics to control matter. His research spans many disciplines and has four main aims: the construction of an artificial life form; the digitization of chemistry; the use of artificial intelligence in chemistry including the construction of ‘wet' chemical computers; the exploration of complexity and information in chemistry. His recent work on the digitization of chemistry has resulted in a new programming paradigm for matter and organic synthesis and discovery – chemputation – which uses the worlds first domain specific and universal programming language for chemistry – XDL, see XDL-standard.com. His team designs and builds all their own robots from the ground up and the team currently has 25 different robotic systems operating across four domains: Organic synthesis; Energy materials discovery; Nanomaterials discovery; Formulation discovery. All the systems use XDL and are easily programmable for both manufacture and discovery. His group is organised and assembled transparently around ideas, avoids hierarchy, and aims to mentor researchers using a problem-based approach. Nothing is impossible until it is tried.

The Smart 7 Ireland Edition is the daily news podcast that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week… Consistently appearing in Ireland's Daily News charts, we're a trusted source for people every day. If you're enjoying it, please follow, share or even post a review, it all helps… Today's episode includes references to the following guests:Gregoire Courtine - Professor of Neuroscience at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (EPFL)Jocelyne Bloch - Professor of Neuroscience and Neurosurgery at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (EPFL)Siddharth Kara - Author of Cobalt Red: How The Blood of The Congo Powers Our LivesPedro Domingos - Professor Emeritus of Computer Science at the University of Washington Sam Altman - CEO of Open AIAndrew Briggs -Professor Emeritus of Nanomaterials at Oxford UniversityDr Martin Archer - Space Physicist & Science BroadcasterTom Parsons - Research Geophysicist at the US Geological SocietySean Kirkpatrick - Director of AARODavid Spergel - Theoretical Physicist at Princeton UniversityContact us over at Twitter or visit www.thesmart7.comPresented by Ciara Revins, written by Oliva Davies and Liam Thompson and produced by Daft Doris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Links from the show:* Connect with Lee* Cronin Lab* Follow Lee on Twitter* Drop a 5-star reviewAbout my guest:Leroy (Lee) Cronin is the Regius Professor of Chemistry in Glasgow. Since the age of 9 Lee has wanted to explore chemistry using electronics to control matter. His research spans many disciplines and has four main aims: the construction of an artificial life form; the digitization of chemistry; the use of artificial intelligence in chemistry including the construction of ‘wet' chemical computers; the exploration of complexity and information in chemistry. His recent work on the digitization of chemistry has resulted in a new programming paradigm for matter and organic synthesis and discovery – chemputation – which uses the worlds first domain specific and universal programming language for chemistry – XDL, see XDL-standard.com. His team designs and builds all their own robots from the ground up and the team currently has 25 different robotic systems operating across four domains: Organic synthesis; Energy materials discovery; Nanomaterials discovery; Formulation discovery. All the systems use XDL and are easily programmable for both manufacture and discovery. His group is organised and assembled transparently around ideas, avoids hierarchy, and aims to mentor researchers using a problem-based approach. Nothing is impossible until it is tried. Get full access to Dispatches from the War Room at dispatchesfromthewarroom.substack.com/subscribe

How are nanomaterials being used around us – and what are the potential risks? Khara D. Grieger, an Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist in Environmental Health and Risk Assessment at North Carolina State University, joins us to discuss this intriguing topic. With a Ph.D. in environmental engineering, Khara is interested in unpacking the uses and risks of nanotechnology in agriculture and food production. Drawing from her extensive knowledge of risk assessment, risk management, and stakeholder engagement, her research is truly ahead of its time… Offer: Magnesium is integral for 600+ biochemical processes in the human body. The common misconception is that consuming more magnesium will automatically improve health and well-being. The truth is that there are various forms of magnesium, each of which is essential for a variety of physiological processes. Most people are inadequate in all forms of magnesium, while even those considered "healthy" typically only ingest 1 or 2 kinds. Consuming all 7 of magnesium's primary forms is the key to accessing all its health benefits.That's why we packed 7 forms of 450mg of elemental magnesium into each serving of  Wild Mag Complex. One dose a day is all you need. Learn more and grab a bottle today at WildFoods.co. Use code GENIUS for 10% off your order. In this episode, we cover: The range of nanomaterials that are being developed and used in food and agricultural products. Examples of engineered nanomaterials. Food additives that may be detrimental to health, and why companies keep using them. To learn more about Khala and her work, click here now! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C

Engineered nanomaterials are more common than many people think. From food to agriculture, you likely come into contact with them daily. This information begs the question: are nanomaterials safe?  Khara D. Grieger joins the podcast today to discuss her work researching the uses and risks of nanotechnology in agriculture and food production. As an Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist in Environmental Health and Risk Assessment at North Carolina State University, she is doing everything she can to understand this complex topic – all in an effort to make the world a healthier place. In this conversation, we unpack: Types of engineered nanomaterials. How to harness the properties of nanomaterials in a sustainable way. How consumers can better understand the food they are consuming. To learn more about Khala and her work, click here now! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

In this podcast episode, MRS Bulletin's Sophia Chen interviews Jiahui Li, a graduate student at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign about designing structures out of gold nanoparticles. When the nanoparticle structure takes the shape of a pinwheel, different types of light interact with the structure differently due to its chirality. Different wavelengths might be transmitted depending on whether the light's polarization is rotating clockwise or counterclockwise, which could make this structure useful for filtering light in optical applications. This work was published in a recent issue of Nature (https://doi.org/10.1038/s41586-022-05384-8).

In this podcast episode, MRS Bulletin's Laura Leay interviews Robert Hovden from the University of Michigan and his graduate student Jonathan Schwartz on development of the freely available Tomviz platform (tomviz.org) that enables real-time three-dimensional (3D) visual analysis of materials. Building on the already existing Tomviz platform, Schwartz created new algorithms capable of pulling data from transmission and scanning electron microscopes, evolving the 3D image as the experiment progresses. This research is published in a recent issue of Nature Communications (https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-022-32046-0). 

In this podcast episode, MRS Bulletin's Laura Leay interviews Tao Yang from the City University of Hong Kong in China who focuses on the innovative design of advanced structural materials. In the area of high-strength alloys, Yang's research team looked specifically at how to stabilize nanoparticles at high temperatures. In an alloy of Ni59.9-xCoxFe13-Cr15Al6Ti6B0.1, Yang's team achieved ultra-stable nanoparticles at 800–1000°C. They achieved this effect by tailoring the concentration of cobalt. While nanoparticles have already been seen to improve the strength of materials, Yang's team has provided insight into how this can be achieved at high temperatures. This research is published in a recent issue of Nature Communications (https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-022-32620-6).

(5:55) - Simple Machine For More Powerful Cell Phones And WIFIEpisode 100 was brought to you by Duro, the PLM platform behind some of Farbod & Daniel's favorite hardware products!Click here to learn more about Duro and here to check out the webinar discussed in this episode about how Lumafield leverages Duro's platform to create an industry leading product in an environment where efficiency and speed are key to success.

Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, multiple vaccines and treatments have been proposed to combat the disease. However, one limitation of these vaccines and treatments is that they are often developed for a specific form of a virus–meaning they maybe less effective against new variants of the disease.Professor Thomas Webster thinks that this could be achieved by using nanomaterials, specifically those that bind to proteins on the surface of SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, and inhibit its ability to infect human cells.Read the original article: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.onano.2022.100054Read more about his work in Research Outreach

When you look at a leaf, what color do you see? While a leaf may appear green, it is not necessarily producing green light. The leaf absorbs wavelengths of red light, and reflects the green light that we see. Professor Alexander Wei's research group synthesizes molecules and nanomaterials, and studies how these materials interact with light. Wei discusses luminescence, fluorescence, phosphorescence, and where we can observe these light-related properties in our everyday life. Wei's group is currently focused on designing and developing new materials that produce blue light. There is a current need for blue-light producing materials that can be used with an exciting new technology related to the next generation of flat panel television displays: Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs).     Special thanks for support from NSF grant CHE-2204206

This printing process applies nanomaterials, layer by layer, to create tiny sensors.

Dr. Mita Dasog is an Associate Professor and the Izaak Walton Killam Memorial Research Chair in the Department of Chemistry at Dalhousie University in Canada. Mita's lab conducts basic research to examine how different nanomaterials form, what dictates their size and shape, and how these features influence their properties. They also do applied research developing nanomaterials to address major global challenges such as energy production, fuel production, and desalination to help with the water crisis. When she's not doing science, you can often find Mita listening to CoComelon with her kid, reading a great mystery novel, painting, or cooking delicious Indian, Thai, Chinese, or Mexican cuisine. Mita received her BSc in chemistry from the University of Saskatchewan and her PhD in chemistry from the University of Alberta. Next, she worked at the Technical University of Munich in Germany for about half a year as a Green Talents Visiting Scholar. Afterwards, Mita was awarded a Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada postdoctoral fellowship to conduct research at California Institute of Technology. Mita has been recognized with numerous awards and honors including the Nova Scotia Discovery Centre Emerging Professional Award and the President's Emerging Investigator Research Excellence Award. She is also an elected Member of the College of the Royal Society of Canada and a Member of the Global Young Academy. In our interview, Mita shares more about her life and science.

In this podcast episode, MRS Bulletin's Sophia Chen interviews Adam Kubec at Swiss startup XRNanotech and research team member Marie-Christine Zdora of the Paul Scherrer Institut about their proof-of-principle of an x-ray achromatic lens. The lens consist of a focusing diffractive and a defocusing refractive optical element that achieves imaging of a range of wavelengths without having to move the sample. The researchers used two different diffractive lenses, one made from nickel and one with gold. To fabricate the refractive lens, they used a nanoscale 3D printing technique known as two-photon polymerization. This work was published in a recent issue of Nature Communications (doi:10.1038/s41467-022-28902-8).

In a fascinating Artificial Intelligence & Equality podcast, Senior Fellow Anja Kaspersen speaks with Kobi Leins about her new book New War Technologies and International Law: The Legal Limits to Weaponising Nanomaterials. How can scientists and policymakers work together to make responsible choices about the use of “nanoscale” materials? What are the implications of this emerging technology for the environment, international security, and current arms control regimes? For more, please go to carnegiecouncil.org. 

If you could take your brain and zoom in a couple of times – and then a bit more – you'd see structures that look like towers and tentacles, and behave like pieces of automatic Lego.  It's a crazy miniature world, and one we're going to get a tour of today. Our tour guide is Dr Kiara Bruggeman, who's hijacking and hacking these nano-sized structures, in the hopes of helping stroke-affected brains heal. [First aired July 25, 2021]

Matt and Sean talk about tech, water consumption, and some interesting desalination techniques that could address the fresh water crisis.Watch the Undecided with Matt Ferrell episode, “How Nanotech Can Help Solve the Fresh Water Crisis”: https://youtu.be/D1kqGyPGsF8YouTube version of the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/stilltbdpodcastGet in touch: https://undecidedmf.com/podcast-feedbackSupport the show: https://pod.fan/still-to-be-determinedFollow us on Twitter: @stilltbdfm @byseanferrell @mattferrell or @undecidedmfUndecided with Matt Ferrell: https://www.youtube.com/undecidedmf★ Support this podcast ★

Take a few seconds to leave us a review. It really helps! https://apple.co/2RIsbZ2 if you do it and send us proof, we'll give you a shoutout on the show.(0:49) - Nanostructured Shields: MIT, CalTech, and ETH Zurich researchers have developed a new lightweight material capable of providing more stopping power than kevlar on a per mass basis. Furthermore, they were able to use the Buckingham-pi theorem - an analytical method used to measure how much material a meteor can excavate from a planet - to create a framework for assessing the impact absorption effectiveness of new nanostructured materials. (10:55) - Balloon Detection of Venus Earthquakes: Much of what we know about the inner workings of planet earth comes from our analysis of seismic activity but it's not that easy to do the same on other planets with inhospitable surface conditions like Venus. So how can we work around this problem? According to NASA JPL and some students from CalTech, balloons are the answer! The team was able to prove that weather balloons with barometers (instruments that gauge pressure differences) could detect earthquakes miles away. (16:00) - Increasing OLED Efficiency: OLED screens are becoming the standard for phones, TVs, and monitors; however, about 80% of the light produced by these screens actually ends up trapped inside the devices leading to drastic decreases in overall efficiency. Researchers from University of Michigan have found a way to liberate ~20% of the trapped light by making some modifications to the electrodes on either side of the light emitters and using an index-matching fluid to prevent light getting trapped by the outer glass layer.