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New Technologies: Nanotechnology

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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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News and Features

Placing sandbags to redirect flooding Thailand's nanotech research tackles disaster prevention

Thailand is investing in nanotechnology to help alleviate the impact of floods and other natural disasters.

25 January 2012 | EN

Gold nanoparticles coating nanowires Researchers strike gold with nanoparticle virus test

An award-winning, rapid test for hepatitis C that uses gold nanoparticles could be especially useful in the Middle East and North Africa.

27 December 2011 | EN | FR