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Science and Development Network
News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
It is hailed as having the potential to help solve some of the developing world's biggest problems. But what can nanotechnology — the science of the infinitely small — really do? And what are its risks and benefits?
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Opinions and Analysis
Nanotech for health needs the right environment
Nanotechnology's potential to improve public health will be maximised only with a conducive environment, argues Jayashree Vivekanandan.
How nanotech can meet the poor's water needs
Nanotechnology holds huge potential for supplying clean water to the world's poor, but many challenges must be overcome to realise it.
News and Features
Pakistan's science minister attacks funding cuts
Pakistan's science budget has been cut by more than a third compared with last year, with several ministries that fund science affected.
31 August 2010
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Nano 'tea bag' purifies water
It looks like a tea bag, but it is packed with nano-fibres and active carbon to remove contaminants from water.
Glycerine: a possible way to remove oil spills
11 August 2010
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ES
