Experts on Sustainability Council’s nanoparticles report
The Sustainability Council of New Zealand released a report this week looking at what it describes as the “rising tide of consumer products containing nanomaterials” that haven’t yet had risk...
View ArticleThe Press: Nanotechnology focus of festival
Paul Gorman writes in The Press about the month-long festival – dedicated to all things nanotechnological – which is about to begin in Christchurch. The festival will feature work by artists,...
View ArticleThe Press: The nanotech revolution in NZ
Glenda Lewis of The Press writes about an upcoming talk by visiting scientist and nanotech pioneer Dr Don Eigler, who will be giving a talk on the subject, including a possible demonstration of his...
View ArticlePODCAST: Mind your nanos – Dr Nigel Larsen
Dr Nigel Larsen, Science Group Leader with Plant and Food R esearch, discusses what the future holds for nanotechnology and food safety. Dr Nigel Larsen Nigel heads his group’s work on developing...
View ArticleStuff: There’s gold, pure gold, in this wool
Kiran Chug writes about the work of Victoria University chemists who have developed a means of bonding gold nanoparticles to merino wool. The size and shape of the nanoparticles determines the wool’s...
View ArticleMedia coverage: Paul Callaghan awarded New Zealander of the Year
Professor Sir Paul Callaghan, one of New Zealand’s top experts in nanotechnology and magnetic resonance imaging, has been named Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year for 2011. The award recognises...
View ArticlePODCAST: Nanotech conference highlights
UPDATED: See below for new audio The Fifth International Conference on Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology (AMN-5) opens this week in Wellington.Image credit: Ojas Mahapatra, U Canterbury Organised...
View ArticleNewsletter digest: Earth Observing, Nanotech and Job opening at SMC
We’re hiring! One of our media advisors has been snapped up by the science sector which means the SMC is looking for new talent. If you are obsessed with science, news savvy, great with words and...
View ArticleIs NZ’s regulation of nanomaterials adequate?
Increasing use of nanotechnology in consumer products has sparked interest in whether the potential risks arising from the technology are correctly regulated. A report on nanotechnology regulation has...
View ArticleNanotech risks require regulation
A new opinion article in Cosmos magazine examines nanotechnology regulation – an issue which was the focus of a recent NZ government report. Nanotechnology is becoming more and more prevalent in our...
View ArticleThe Press: Nanotechnology focus of festival
Paul Gorman writes in The Press about the month-long festival – dedicated to all things nanotechnological – which is about to begin in Christchurch. The festival will feature work by artists,...
View ArticleThe Press: The nanotech revolution in NZ
Glenda Lewis of The Press writes about an upcoming talk by visiting scientist and nanotech pioneer Dr Don Eigler, who will be giving a talk on the subject, including a possible demonstration of his...
View ArticlePODCAST: Mind your nanos – Dr Nigel Larsen
Dr Nigel Larsen, Science Group Leader with Plant and Food R esearch, discusses what the future holds for nanotechnology and food safety. Dr Nigel Larsen Nigel heads his group’s work on developing...
View ArticleStuff: There’s gold, pure gold, in this wool
Kiran Chug writes about the work of Victoria University chemists who have developed a means of bonding gold nanoparticles to merino wool. The size and shape of the nanoparticles determines the wool’s...
View ArticleMedia coverage: Paul Callaghan awarded New Zealander of the Year
Professor Sir Paul Callaghan, one of New Zealand’s top experts in nanotechnology and magnetic resonance imaging, has been named Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year for 2011. The award recognises...
View ArticlePODCAST: Nanotech conference highlights
UPDATED: See below for new audio The Fifth International Conference on Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology (AMN-5) opens this week in Wellington.Image credit: Ojas Mahapatra, U Canterbury Organised...
View ArticleNewsletter digest: Earth Observing, Nanotech and Job opening at SMC
We’re hiring! One of our media advisors has been snapped up by the science sector which means the SMC is looking for new talent. If you are obsessed with science, news savvy, great with words and...
View ArticleIs NZ’s regulation of nanomaterials adequate?
Increasing use of nanotechnology in consumer products has sparked interest in whether the potential risks arising from the technology are correctly regulated. A report on nanotechnology regulation has...
View ArticleNanotech risks require regulation
A new opinion article in Cosmos magazine examines nanotechnology regulation – an issue which was the focus of a recent NZ government report. Nanotechnology is becoming more and more prevalent in our...
View ArticleNanotechnology in food reports – Expert reaction
Nanomaterials currently used in food additives and packaging do not appear to pose a health risk but we will need to keep an eye on newer materials in the pipeline, reports Trans-tasman food regulator....
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