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News & Updates

Chad Mirkin to receive G.M. Kosolapoff Award ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on April 20, 2021

Chad Mirkin

Memorial lecture on vaccine design will be broadcast online April 21

Northwestern University’s Chad A. Mirkin will receive the prestigious G.M. Kosolapoff Award for outstanding … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Novel method could lead to more efficient lenses ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on April 20, 2021

A lens produced by electromagnetic methods will allow researchers to print structures on challenging surfaces.

Technique allows for a simpler and cost-effective alternative for various … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Meet Jacqueline Burke, a PhD candidate in the Ameer and Scott Research Groups ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on April 16, 2021

Jacqueline Burke is a PhD candidate in the Ameer Group, which develops biomaterials and nanotechnology for regenerative engineering, tissue engineering, medical devices, drug delivery, and cell … Read More ›

Posted in Nanotechnology at Northwestern

John Rogers named Guggenheim fellow ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on April 12, 2021

Prestigious fellowship award to four Northwestern professors

by Amanda Morris

Northwestern University faculty members Mesmin Destin, Vicky Kalogera, Jennifer Lackey and John A. Rogers are among … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors

Algorithm could allow faster adoption of versatile materials ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on April 8, 2021

A machine-learning algorithm instantly predicts electronic properties in metal-organic frameworks

by Brian Sandalow

Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are a new family of materials that can be tuned … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Meet Fanfan Du, a postdoctoral scholar in the Scott Research Group ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on April 2, 2021

Fanfan Du is a postdoctoral scholar in the Scott Research Group, which applies principles from biomaterials science, nanotechnology and tissue engineering towards the development of … Read More ›

Posted in Nanotechnology at Northwestern

Surprise in nanoparticle aggregation improves rational design of macromolecular structures ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on April 1, 2021

Predicting how particles experience changes in charge when they form clusters could markedly improve the accuracy of computational techniques used in drug discovery and in … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Ameer named Fellow of Materials Research Society ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on April 1, 2021

MRS Fellows program recognizes outstanding contributions to materials field

by Brian Sandalow

Northwestern Engineering’s Guillermo A. Ameer has been named a fellow of the Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors

Potato chips inspire novel method for water-splitting ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on March 26, 2021

Newly developed material maximizes active surface — just like chips

by Brian Sandalow

Finding clean energy sources will be a key to mitigating climate change in … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Packing power into smaller spaces ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on March 22, 2021

Researchers create new polymer-based electrical insulation for smaller microchips

by Wende Whitman and Amanda Morris

From slimmer laptops to smaller smartphones, all of our most-used devices … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Making plastics production more energy efficient ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on March 22, 2021

New approach to chemical catalysis results in higher yields of propylene using less energy

by Alex Gerage

Northwestern engineering researchers have demonstrated a new approach to … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Meet Julia Oktawiec, a postdoctoral scholar in the Gianneschi Group ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on March 12, 2021

Julia Oktawiec is a postdoctoral scholar in the Gianneschi Group, which takes an interdisciplinary approach to nanomaterials research with a focus on multifunctional materials with … Read More ›

Posted in Nanotechnology at Northwestern

Scientists stabilize atomically thin boron for practical use ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on March 11, 2021

In this image, the teal balls represent boron and the red is hydrogen. (Mark Hersam/Northwestern University)

Borophane is stable outside a vacuum, opening possibilities for … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

New spherical nucleic acid ‘drug’ kills tumor cells in humans with glioblastoma ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on March 10, 2021

Early clinical trial shows experimental drug crosses blood-brain barrier to trigger death of brain tumor cells

by Marla Paul

News coverage: WGN TV
Podcast

An early clinical … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

‘Fungal ghosts’ protect skin, fabric from toxins, radiation ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on March 9, 2021

The new material stays breathable, allowing water to pass, while trapping toxins.

Inspired by fungus, new form of synthetic melanin acts as natural detoxifier

by Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Meet Michael Vincent, a PhD candidate in the Scott and Johnson Research Groups ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on February 26, 2021

Michael Vincent is a PhD candidate in the Scott Research Group, which applies principles from biomaterials science, nanotechnology, and tissue engineering towards the development of … Read More ›

Posted in Nanotechnology at Northwestern

Kalow named Sloan Research Fellow ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on February 25, 2021

Alongside two Northwestern colleagues; young researchers are ‘rising stars driving the research frontier’

by Lila Reynolds

IIN-affiliated chemist Julia Kalow has been awarded a prestigious … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Superstructures formed by ‘walking’ molecules could help create neurons for regenerative medicine ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on February 23, 2021

Bundles of “superstructured” nanofibers can enhance neuron growth.

by Lila Reynolds

Imagine if surgeons could transplant healthy neurons into patients living with neurodegenerative diseases or … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Nominations invited for $250,000 Kabiller Prize and $10,000 Young Investigator Award ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on February 11, 2021

World’s largest monetary award for achievement in nanomedicine to be presented alongside award for early career researchers

Northwestern University is now accepting nominations for two prestigious … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Meet Shawn (Zhao) Irgen-Gioro, a graduate student in the Weiss Lab ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on February 8, 2021

Shawn (Zhao) Irgen-Gioro is a graduate student in the Weiss Lab, which studies the interaction of light with nanostructures for applications in catalysis, electronics, and biological … Read More ›

Posted in Nanotechnology at Northwestern

Engineering drug delivery vehicles to control clearance by the immune system ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on February 8, 2021

Findings about how the chemistry of nanoparticles can specify their interactions with proteins in blood leads to new strategies for controlling the delivery of therapeutics

by … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Shelf-stable vaccines avoid waste, expand access ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on February 4, 2021

Manufacturing platform uses freeze-dried components, rehydrated with water

by Amanda Morris

More than 50% of all vaccines are wasted due to errors in transportation or storage, … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Cholesterol starvation kills lymphoma cells ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on February 2, 2021

Synthetic nanoparticle could work in other cancers with an appetite for cholesterol

by Marla Paul

Northwestern Medicine scientists have developed a novel therapy to trick cancer … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Meet Jeong-Eun Park, a postdoctoral fellow in the Odom Group ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on January 25, 2021

Jeong-Eun Park is a postdoctoral fellow in the Odom Group, which focuses on controlling materials at the 100-nanometer scale and investigating their size and shape-dependent … Read More ›

Posted in Nanotechnology at Northwestern

Imaging breakthrough leads to further understanding of genome structure and function ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on January 6, 2021

A combination of novel techniques helped shed light on how the genome is constructed

by Brian Sandalow

The way cells, organisms, and human bodies perform is … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Meet Francesca Arcudi, a postdoctoral fellow in the Weiss Lab ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on January 4, 2021

Francesca Arcudi is a postdoctoral fellow in the Weiss Lab, which studies the interaction of light with nanostructures for applications in catalysis, electronics, and biological … Read More ›

Posted in Nanotechnology at Northwestern

Ameer to receive 2021 Clemson Award from Society for Biomaterials ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on December 23, 2020

The honor is given to someone who has produced important work in a variety of technical media

By Brian Sandalow

IIN-affiliated researcher Guillermo Ameer has … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors

New electron microscopy technique offers first look at previously hidden processes ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on December 23, 2020

Researchers can now fill in missing information about nanoscale polymerization and “smart” materials for medicine and the environment

Northwestern researchers have developed a new microscopy method … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Japanese art technique applied to nanoscale structures ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on December 22, 2020

‘Kirigami cuts’ can be used to create 3D microstructures and nanotools

by Lila Reynolds

Paper snowflakes, pop-up children’s books and elaborate paper cards are of interest … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Aquatic robot inspired by sea creatures walks, rolls, transports cargo ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on December 11, 2020

Soft material is powered by light and rotating magnetic fields

by Amanda Morris

Northwestern University researchers have developed a first-of-its-kind life-like material that acts as a … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

IIN-affiliated faculty members named to National Academy of Inventors ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on December 8, 2020

by Lila Reynolds

IIN-affiliated faculty members Michael Jewett and Thomas O’Halloran have been named 2020 fellows of the National Academy of Inventors (NAI).

NAI fellow status is the highest … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Halide perovskite semiconductor can identify radioactive isotopes with high resolution ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on December 7, 2020

New detector shows promise for medical diagnostics and homeland security

by Lila Reynolds

Security officials are tasked with preventing criminals from smuggling dangerous materials into a … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

New fellowship announced for outstanding young scientists in nanotechnology ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on November 30, 2020

The International Institute for Nanotechnology (IIN) at Northwestern University has announced a new fellowship to support young scientists who demonstrate outstanding talent and … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News    1 Comment

Three IIN-affiliated researchers named AAAS fellows ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on November 25, 2020

Three IIN-affiliated researchers have been chosen as 2020 fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), the largest general scientific society in … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Deep learning model can predict the orientation of nanoparticles ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on November 24, 2020

New imaging platform offers valuable data for development of ‘smart’ drug delivery and next-generation therapeutic systems

Nanoparticles are almost unfathomably small, beyond the sight of ordinary … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

A new understanding of ionic interactions with graphene and water ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on November 20, 2020

Findings could inform design of environmental technologies behind water purification processes and electric energy storage

by Alex Gerage

A research team led by Northwestern engineers and … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Sixteen IIN-affiliated faculty members on 2020 Highly Cited Researchers list ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on November 18, 2020

Sixteen researchers affiliated with the International Institute for Nanotechnology have been named to the annual Highly Cited Researchers™ 2020 list from Clarivate, representing interdisciplinary excellence … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Meet Devleena Samanta, a postdoctoral fellow in the Mirkin Research Group ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on November 13, 2020

Devleena Samanta is a postdoctoral fellow in the Mirkin Research Group, which focuses on developing methods for controlling the architecture of molecules and materials on … Read More ›

Posted in Nanotechnology at Northwestern    1 Comment

Stoddart, Schatz, Marks named Top Influential Chemists ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on November 12, 2020

Academic Influence named IIN Steering Committee member Sir Fraser Stoddart and affiliated faculty member George Schatz to its list of Top Influential Chemists Today, … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Announcing the 2020 Outstanding Researchers: Graduate & Postdoctoral ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on November 10, 2020

Each year, the International Institute for Nanotechnology presents the Outstanding Researcher Award to young scientists who have made exceptional contributions to research in nanotechnology, as … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News    1 Comment

Announcing the 2020 Outstanding Researchers: High School & Undergraduate ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on November 10, 2020

Each year, the International Institute for Nanotechnology presents the Outstanding Researcher Award to young scientists who have made exceptional contributions to research in nanotechnology, as … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Researchers develop a new way to create a spectrum of natural-looking hair colors ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on October 30, 2020

Dye uses synthetic melanin to mimic natural hair pigmentation

by Lila Reynolds

We’ve long been warned of the risks of dyeing hair at home and … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Face mask aims to deactivate virus to protect others ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on October 29, 2020

Anti-viral layer attacks respiratory droplets to make mask wearer less infectious

by Amanda Morris

In the pandemic, people wear face masks to respect and protect … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Meet Yunyan Qiu, a postdoctoral fellow in the Stoddart Group ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on October 29, 2020

Yunyan Qiu is a postdoctoral fellow in the Stoddart Group, which harnesses molecular recognition and self-assembly processes in template-directed protocols for the synthesis of functionalized … Read More ›

Posted in Nanotechnology at Northwestern

Trailblazing theoretical physicist Sylvester James Gates Jr. is among speakers at nanotechnology symposium ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on October 23, 2020

Annual event moves to virtual format, open to attendees worldwide at no charge Oct. 29

Sylvester James Gates Jr., one of the world’s leading authorities … Read More ›

Posted in News

Medical device using Northwestern-invented biomaterial receives FDA clearance ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on October 22, 2020

Anti-inflammatory synthetic biomaterial aids tissue regeneration

by Amanda Morris

An innovative orthopedic medical device fabricated from a novel biomaterial pioneered in the laboratory of Northwestern … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Supramolecular chemistry and nanomaterials suggested as future Nobel nominees ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on October 19, 2020

In the wake of the 2020 Nobel Prize announcements, CAS, which is a division of the American Chemical Society, published an article entitled … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Meet Cassandra Callmann, a postdoctoral fellow in the Mirkin Research Group ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on October 14, 2020

Cassandra Callmann is a postdoctoral fellow in the Mirkin Research Group, which focuses on developing methods for controlling the architecture of molecules and … Read More ›

Posted in Nanotechnology at Northwestern    5 Comments

National Nanotechnology Day: Rising to the challenges of COVID-19 ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on October 9, 2020

National Nanotechnology Day is an annual event that celebrates nanotechnology and its impact on our world. The date, 10/9, pays homage to the nanometer … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research    1 Comment

‘Like a fishing net,’ nanonet collapses to trap drug molecules ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on October 6, 2020

Novel method presents possibilities for rapidly making and testing vaccine formulations

by Amanda Morris

Northwestern University researchers are casting a net for nanoparticles.

The team has … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Meet Qinghui Guo, a postdoctoral fellow in the Stoddart Group ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on September 29, 2020

Qinghui Guo is a postdoctoral fellow in the Stoddart Group, which harnesses molecular recognition and self-assembly processes in template-directed protocols for the synthesis of … Read More ›

Posted in Nanotechnology at Northwestern    1 Comment

Welcome 2020 Ryan Fellows ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on September 24, 2020

The International Institute for Nanotechnology is pleased to welcome the newly-named 2020 Ryan Fellows.

The Ryan Fellowship was created to meet the challenge of … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News    1 Comment

Perovskite nanocrystals show their true colors ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on September 23, 2020

Researchers at Northwestern University have developed a new method for synthesizing halide perovskite nanocrystals, a critical step in creating not only power sources for … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Scientists invent faster, cheaper strategy for designing infrared-emitting materials ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on September 22, 2020

New technique co-crystallizes different molecules to make two-photon excited near-infrared materials

by Amanda Morris

Northwestern University researchers have developed a new low-cost, relatively simple strategy … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Meet Stephanie Ribet, a PhD student in the Dravid Group ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on September 14, 2020

Stephanie Ribet is a third-year graduate student in the Dravid Group, which investigates atomic and nanoscale phenomena in advanced materials.

Where are you originally from?

Berkeley, California.

Where … Read More ›

Posted in Nanotechnology at Northwestern    2 Comments

Nanotechnology drives record high in research funding at Northwestern ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on September 10, 2020

Growth areas include biomedical research, nanotechnology, and quantum science.

By Matt Golosinski

A global pandemic has not blunted Northwestern University’s remarkable research enterprise, which … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Meet Zhijie Chen, a postdoctoral researcher in the Farha Research Group ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on August 25, 2020

Zhijie Chen is a postdoctoral researcher in the Farha Research Group, which seeks to solve problems in chemistry and materials science ranging … Read More ›

Posted in Nanotechnology at Northwestern

Watch: New video illustrates design behind breakthrough immunotherapy with SNAs ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on August 19, 2020

Debuting at the Fall 2020 meeting of the American Chemical Society, this new video illustrates the design behind the breakthrough immunotherapy against triple-negative breast cancer … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Weiss, Rosenzweig, Geiger recognized with ACS National Awards ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on August 14, 2020

A trio of IIN-affiliated researchers from Northwestern University and the Weinberg College of Arts & Sciences have been recognized by the 2021 National … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Nanometer-level simulations expose new vulnerability in SARS-CoV-2 ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on August 11, 2020

by Amanda Morris

Northwestern University researchers have uncovered a new vulnerability in the novel coronavirus’ infamous spike protein — illuminating a relatively simple, potential treatment … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Chad Mirkin interviewed in “The Instrumental Chemist: The Incredible Curiosity of Arnold O. Beckman” ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on August 10, 2020

The Instrumental Chemist is a new documentary from the Science History Institute about six instruments that changed scientific research and the man who brought … Read More ›

Posted in News

Meet Vikas Nandwana, a research associate in the Dravid Group ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on August 7, 2020

Vikas Nandwana is a research associate in the Dravid Group, which investigates atomic and nanoscale phenomena in advanced materials.

Where are you originally from?

India.

Where … Read More ›

Posted in Nanotechnology at Northwestern

Nanomaterials make a big leap in battery design ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on August 5, 2020

You’d like to be watching the scenery, but you’re watching the fuel gauge instead. Your electric car’s battery is almost empty, and it’s still a … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Meet Suzanne Neidhart, a postdoctoral fellow in the Schatz Group ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on July 24, 2020

Suzanne Neidhart is a second year postdoctoral fellow in the Schatz Group, whose research involves theory and computation as applied to problems in … Read More ›

Posted in Nanotechnology at Northwestern

William Dichtel receives prestigious Blavatnik National Award in Chemistry ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on July 22, 2020

by Amanda Morris

Northwestern University organic chemist William Dichtel has been named the National Laureate in Chemistry by the 2020 Blavatnik … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors

Chicago Sun-Times spotlights Chad Mirkin, IIN on U.S. manufacturing ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on July 21, 2020

The Chicago Sun-Times spotlighted the IIN and its founding director, Chad Mirkin, in an article on the present and future of U.S. manufacturing. … Read More ›

Posted in News

New therapy extends breast cancer survival rate, prevents reoccurrence ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on July 14, 2020

News coverage: FOX 32 News

by Amanda Morris

A new immunotherapy developed by researchers at Northwestern University dramatically extends the survival time of mice … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Meet Leighton Jones, a postdoctoral fellow in the Schatz Group ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on July 10, 2020

Leighton Jones is a postdoctoral fellow in the Schatz Group, whose research involves theory and computation as applied to problems in nanotechnology, properties of … Read More ›

Posted in Nanotechnology at Northwestern

New biomaterial could shield against harmful radiation ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on July 8, 2020

News coverage: Universe Today, GE.com, Live Science, Daily Mail, The Independent

Packing for outer space? Here’s one thing you won’t want to forget.

Northwestern … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Chad Mirkin named to Tech 50 by Crain’s Chicago Business ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on July 8, 2020

IIN Director Chad Mirkin was named to the 2020 Tech 50 by Crain’s Chicago Business, joining a list of the most significant CEOs, … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Detail at the nanoscale reveals secrets behind tooth decay ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on July 1, 2020

by Megan Fellman

Northwestern University researchers have cracked one of the secrets of tooth decay. In a new study of human enamel, the materials scientists … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Teri Odom honored by Royal Society of Chemistry ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on June 25, 2020

by Amanda Morris

Northwestern University chemist Teri Odom has received the 2020 Centenary Prize from the Royal Society of Chemistry.

The prestigious award, given … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors

Synthetic materials mimic living creatures ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on June 23, 2020

by Amanda Morris

Northwestern University researchers have developed a family of soft materials that imitates living creatures.

When hit with light, the film-thin materials come alive … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Meet William Gaviria, a PhD student in the Hersam Group ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on June 23, 2020

William Gaviria is a PhD student in Prof. Mark Hersam’s group, which focuses on hybrid hard and soft nanoscale materials for applications in … Read More ›

Posted in Nanotechnology at Northwestern

Printable biosensors could detect contaminated fish ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on June 17, 2020

Graphene-based devices can be made at a low cost and used to detect allergens and toxins at ports, food processing facilities, and supermarkets

What’s the … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

IIN-affiliated faculty members named finalists for Blavatnik National Awards ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on June 17, 2020

by Amanda Morris

Northwestern University researchers William Dichtel, Julius Lucks and Emily Weiss have been named finalists for the 2020 … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Tiny pump builds polyrotaxanes with precision ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on June 12, 2020

Artificial molecular pump gives precise control for materials design

by Amanda Morris

Northwestern University researchers have developed the most precise way to build polyrotaxanes, a mechanically … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Meet Hun Park, a postdoctoral fellow in the Huang Group ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on June 5, 2020

Hun Park is a postdoctoral fellow in Prof. Jiaxing Huang’s lab, which focuses on materials science and engineering.

Where are you originally from?
I’m from Seoul, … Read More ›

Posted in Nanotechnology at Northwestern

Promotions for IIN-affiliated faculty ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on June 4, 2020

Two IIN-affiliated faculty members have been promoted to Full Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Northwestern University’s Weinberg College of Arts & Sciences.

Read More ›

Posted in News

Nanoscientists develop new method for engineering colloidal crystals ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on May 29, 2020

New materials could hold promise for detecting and detoxifying harmful chemicals in the environment, as well as applications in medicine and energy storage

Researchers from … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Smart sponge could clean up oil spills ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on May 28, 2020

Highly porous sponge selectively soaks up oil, sparing water and wildlife

by Amanda Morris

A Northwestern University-led team has developed a highly porous smart sponge … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Virus-deactivating mask project receives NSF RAPID grant ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on May 28, 2020

by Rebecca Lindell

A research team led by Associate Professor of Chemistry Omar Farha has received a $200,000 grant from the National Science Foundation to … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

UV-resistant elastic for N95 masks receives NSF RAPID grant ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on May 19, 2020

Material can withstand damage from disinfection, enabling masks to be safely reused

by Amanda Morris

Northwestern University’s Mark Hersam has received funding to develop … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Scholarship awarded for study of nanoparticle structures and dynamics ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on May 18, 2020

Jingshan Du, a PhD candidate in Materials Science and Engineering at Northwestern, has been awarded a 2020 Optics and Photonics Education Scholarship by SPIE, … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Gentler, safer hair dye based on synthetic melanin ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on April 30, 2020

by Amanda Morris

Press Kit

With the coronavirus pandemic temporarily shuttering hair salons, many clients are appreciating — and missing — using hair dye to … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

IIN-affiliated faculty elected to National Academy of Sciences ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on April 29, 2020

Three members of the Northwestern University faculty have been elected to the prestigious National Academy of Sciences, including two who are affiliated with the … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors

IIN Ryan Fellows receive Presidential Fellowship ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on April 28, 2020

IIN Ryan Fellows Andrew Rosen and Adam Silverman have been selected to receive the Presidential Fellowship, which is the most prestigious … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors

IIN-affiliated faculty elected to American Academy of Arts and Sciences ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on April 27, 2020

Eight members of the Northwestern University faculty have been elected members … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors

Grant for nanotechnology-based therapies to battle triple-negative breast cancer ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on April 24, 2020

Cassandra E. Callman, PhD, a postdoctoral researcher in the Mirkin Research Group at Northwestern University, was awarded funding by the American Cancer Society … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Cell-free systems could help address gaps in COVID-19 testing ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on April 21, 2020

by Amanda Morris

Press Kit

Coverage: Chicago Tribune

Northwestern University synthetic biologists have received funding to develop an easy-to-use, quick-screen technology that can test … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Gas storage method with nanoscopic pores could help next-generation clean energy vehicles ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on April 16, 2020

Highly porous programmable sponge for clean energy storage

by Megan Fellman

Press Kit

A research team led by Northwestern University has designed and synthesized … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Peptide therapies delivered via nanostructures could disable coronavirus’ spike proteins ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on April 14, 2020

Suvendu Biswas and Mark Karver in SQI’s Peptide Synthesis Core Facility

by Amanda Morris

Press Kit

Researchers are developing new peptide-based therapeutics for targeting … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Cell-free biotechnology could help accelerate COVID-19 therapeutics ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on April 3, 2020

by Amanda Morris

When it comes to fighting a fast-spreading pandemic, speed is critical.

Researchers at Northwestern and Cornell Universities have developed a new platform … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

IIN researchers elected to AIMBE College of Fellows ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on March 31, 2020

Michael Jewett and Nathan Gianneschi

IIN Associate Director Nathan Gianneschi and steering committee member Mike Jewett have been elected to the American Institute for … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Futuristic technology prints 1,000 face shield components per day ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on March 30, 2020

by Amanda Morris

Press Kit

News Coverage: Crain’s Chicago, WBBM Radio, CBS TV Chicago, WGN TV Chicago, FOX News, New York Post

Northwestern … Read More ›

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WGN News interviews Chad Mirkin about 3D printing face shields for hospitals ›

Posted by Mark Heiden on March 26, 2020

Hospitals are facing a shortage of personal protective equipment (PPE) during the COVID-19 outbreak. Chad Mirkin, James Hedrick, and David Walker from … Read More ›

Posted in News

Accelerating chemical reactions without direct contact with a catalyst ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on January 31, 2020

Findings expand understanding of catalyst-intermediary-reaction relationship
Jan. 31, 2020//ALEX GERAGE
Northwestern Engineering News 

A Northwestern Engineering research team has revealed a new approach to conducting chemical reactions … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Chemist and nanoscientist Chad Mirkin receives 2020 AAAS Philip Hauge Abelson Prize ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on January 23, 2020

by: Andrea Korte
American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)

2020 Abelson Prize recipient Chad Mirkin is one of the world’s most cited … Read More ›

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New neutron detector can fit in your pocket ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on January 16, 2020

Researchers demonstrate first stable semiconductor neutron detector

January 15, 2020 | By Amanda Morris

Homeland Security might soon have a new tool to add to its … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Nanomaterial fabric destroys nerve agents in battle-field relevant conditions ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on January 14, 2020

Metal-organic framework-based composites don’t need liquid water to work

January 14, 2020 | By Megan Fellman

Composites made from metal-organic frameworks can destroy nerve agents under … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Big Ten Network highlights Northwestern’s new 3D printer ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on January 14, 2020

The Big Ten Network is highlighting Northwesterns’s new “breakthrough method of 3D-printing,” poised “to revolutionize how a variety of products are prototyped, manufactured and … Read More ›

Posted in Multimedia, News, Research

Professor Teri W. Odom featured in C&EN article highlighting ACS National Award winners ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on January 9, 2020

Teri W. Odom, the Charles E. and Emma H. Morrison Professor of Chemistry and Chair of the Northwestern Department of Chemistry, is among the American … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News, Research, Uncategorized

Michael Jewett named Walter P. Murphy Professor ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on January 7, 2020

Jewett is an expert on cell-free synthetic biology

JAN 6, 2020 //ALEX GERAGE

Northwestern Engineering’s Michael Jewett, Charles Deering McCormick Professor of Teaching … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

IIN accepting 2020 summer REU applications through Feb. 10 ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on December 19, 2019

The International Institute for Nanotechnology (IIN) at Northwestern University is again offering a Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) summer program in nanotechnology. Online applications are due … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Chad Mirkin to receive Silicon Valley American Chemical Society (ACS) Harry and Carol Mosher Award ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on December 11, 2019

Northwestern University’s Chad A. Mirkin will receive the Harry and Carol Mosher Award, for “outstanding” work and contributions to the field of chemistry, … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Chad Mirkin featured in national podcast on nanotechnology ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on December 5, 2019

Nanoscientist discusses interdisciplinary field’s successes and promise

December 05, 2019 | By Megan Fellman

The U.S. National Nanotechnology Initiative (NNI) recently featured Northwestern’s Chad Mirkin on a … Read More ›

Posted in Multimedia, News, Research

James Hedrick, Mirkin Group alumnus and Azul 3D cofounder, named to Forbes 30 Under 30 2020, Manufacturing & Industry list ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on December 3, 2019

James Hedrick

While working on his PhD at Northwestern University, chemical engineer James Hedrick and his professor Chad Mirkin developed a new 3D-printing technology … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Two professors named to National Academy of Inventors ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on December 3, 2019

Guillermo Ameer and Sir Fraser Stoddart are among 167 new fellows in the 2019 class

December 03, 2019 | By Amanda Morris

Originally published at Northwestern … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

IIN honors 12 outstanding Northwestern nanotechnology researchers ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on November 14, 2019

Outstanding Researcher Awards presented at 16th annual IIN Symposium

The International Institute for Nanotechnology (IIN) at Northwestern University presented nine graduate students and three postdoctoral … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

American Chemical Society names Teri W. Odom as the new editor-in-chief of Nano Letters ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on November 8, 2019

From the American Chemical Society. Released Nov. 7, 2019

WASHINGTON, Nov. 7, 2019 — The Publications Division of the American Chemical Society (ACS) today named … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Visible light and nanoparticle catalysts produce desirable bioactive molecules ›

Posted by Brooke Sprague on October 31, 2019

Simple photochemical method takes advantage of quantum mechanics

October 30, 2019 | By Megan Fellman

Northwestern University chemists have used visible light and extremely tiny nanoparticles to … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Highest throughput 3D printer is the future of manufacturing ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on October 17, 2019

Rapid manufacturing on-demand could make parts, warehousing and expensive molds a thing of the past

October 17, 2019 | By Amanda Morris

Northwestern University researchers have developed … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Creating 2D heterostructures for future electronics ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on October 11, 2019

New research integrates borophene and graphene into heterostructures

Oct. 11, 2019 by Emily Ayshford
Original article appeared on the Northwestern McCormick School of Engineering website

Nanomaterials could … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Nobel laureate Stefan Hell among internationally-renowned researchers speaking at 2019 IIN Symposium on November 14 in Evanston ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on October 3, 2019

Registration is free and required for day-long event

Nobel Laureate Stefan Hell is among six internationally-renowned scientists speaking at the annual International Institute for Nanotechnology (Read More ›

Posted in News

Professor Omar Farha receives two prestigious honors ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on September 25, 2019

Omar K. Farha, associate professor, Northwestern Department of Chemistry, received two, prestigious honors in September.

Professor Farha at the AUB Lecture

On September 16 and … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors

Tiny, biocompatible nanolaser could function inside living tissues ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on September 23, 2019

Nanolaser has potential to treat neurological disorders or sense disease biomarkers

September 23, 2019 | By Amanda Morris

Researchers have developed a tiny nanolaser that can … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Gem-like nanoparticles of precious metals shine as catalysts ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on September 16, 2019

Heated particles shift shape andbecome highly active catalytically

September 12, 2019 | By Megan Fellman

A Northwestern University research team has developed a new method for making … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

PBS features Professor John Rogers’ “new medical technologies” ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on September 10, 2019

WTTW Chicago (PBS) features IIN-affiliated Professor John Rogers and his wearable technology discoveries. Read the full article and see the video.

The International Institute for … Read More ›

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Quanta Magazine highlights Northwestern discovery: metal-like bonds in customized crystals ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on September 5, 2019

While studying materials made from DNA-coated nanoparticles, researchers found a new form of this matter: lattices in which smaller particles roam like electrons in … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Ryan Fellow Sylvia Hanna wins 2019 Innovations in Nuclear Technology R & D Award ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on September 3, 2019

Sylvia Hanna

EVANSTON, Ill.—Sylvia Hanna, Ryan Fellow and second-year graduate student in the Farha Group, has won a second place prize in the 2019 Innovations … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Northwestern researchers have developed a metal film (with a bit of rust) that generates power when interacting with water ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on September 3, 2019

EVANSTON, Ill.—Northwestern Chemistry Professor Franz Geiger and his lab have developed a metal film—1,000 times thinner than a plastic bag (and including a … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Michael Wasielewski to receive ACS 2020 Josef Michl Award in Photochemistry ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on August 28, 2019

EVANSTON, Ill. —In recognition of his excellence in fundamental research, the American Chemical Society has named Michael Wasielewski, the Clare Hamilton Hall … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Teri W. Odom to receive 2020 ACS Award in Surface Chemistry ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on August 26, 2019

Professor Teri Odom

EVANSTON, Ill.—Teri W. Odom, Charles E. and Emma H. Morrison Professor and chair of the Department of Chemistry at Northwestern, will receive … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors

IIN Director Chad Mirkin receives prestigious Netherlands Award for outstanding discoveries in colloidal crystal engineering ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on August 19, 2019

Mirkin joins Nobel Laureates Jean-Marie Lehn and Northwestern’s Sir Fraser Stoddart as award recipients

Northwestern University’s Chad A. Mirkin has received the 2019 Netherlands Award … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors

Nanoparticles’ movement reveals whether they can successfully target cancer ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on August 12, 2019

Targeting nanoparticles rotate faster and move across larger areas

August 09, 2019 | By Amanda Morris

Targeted drug-delivery systems hold significant promise for treating cancer effectively … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Pathbreaking chemist Richard P. Van Duyne dies ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on August 1, 2019

The discoverer of surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy is remembered as ‘remarkable mentor’ who made a fundamental impact on his field

From Northwestern Now

EVANSTON, Ill. (August 1, … Read More ›

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Researchers produce electricity by flowing water over extremely thin layers of metal ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on July 31, 2019

Oxide layer atop nanometal layer results in electron shuttle, not corrosion

July 31, 2019 | By Megan Fellman

Scientists from Northwestern University and Caltech have produced … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

IIN-affiliated faculty members Mercouri Kanatzidis and Robert P.H.Chang receive Department of Energy Ten at Ten Award ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on July 30, 2019

EVANSTON, Ill.—International Institute for Nanotechnology (IIN)-affiliated faculty members Mercouri Kanatzidis, professor of chemistry, and Robert P.H. Chang, professor of materials science and engineering and director … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

The Economist highlights research by IIN Director Chad Mirkin and Professor Monica Olvera de la Cruz ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on July 30, 2019

EVANSTON, Ill.—The Economist highlights new research by IIN Director Chad Mirkin, the George B. Rathmann Professor of Chemistry at Northwestern, and Monica Olvera de … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Tobin Marks is elected to the European Academy of Sciences ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on July 25, 2019

Pioneer in the chemical sciences has had impact around the world

July 25, 2019 | By Megan Fellman

EVANSTON, Ill.—Northwestern University professor and chemist Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

‘Trojan horse’ anticancer drug disguises itself as fat ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on July 18, 2019

Promising system delivers chemo drug straight into tumors with fewer side effects

July 18, 2019 | By Amanda Morris

EVANSTON, Ill.—A stealthy new drug-delivery system disguises … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

A Conversation with Prof. Chad A. Mirkin: Exploring the Materials Genome with MegaLibraries of Nanomaterials ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on July 17, 2019

EVANSTON, Ill.– Director Chad Mirkin talks to ACS Materials Letters about megalibraries, “a viable route for discovering yet-to-be explored (or even contemplated) classes of materials, … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

IIN announces 2019 Ryan Fellowship awardees ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on July 15, 2019

EVANSTON, Ill.–The International Institute for Nanotechnology (IIN) has announced 19, 2019 Ryan Fellowship awardees. The Ryan Fellowship, created in 2007 and made possible by … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Cassandra Callmann named 2019 Romick Fellow ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on July 14, 2019

EVANSTON, Ill.—Northwestern Mirkin Research Group postdoctoral researcher Cassandra Callmann has been named the 2019 IIN Romick Fellow. Callmann’s research will focus on finding … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Sir Fraser Stoddart named a fellow of the American Chemical Society. ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on July 12, 2019

EVANSTON, Ill.—Sir Fraser Stoddart, Northwestern professor of chemistry and a 2016 Nobel laureate, has been named a fellow of the American Chemical Society. Professor Stoddart, … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Nanotechnology pioneer Chad Mirkin wins Kabiller Prize in Nanoscience and Nanomedicine ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on July 11, 2019

Northwestern University announces the winners of the 2019 international Kabiller awards, which biennially recognize two top scholars — one pioneer and one rising star — … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Sir Fraser Stoddart discusses his groundbreaking nanoscience research in new video ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on July 1, 2019

New knowledge for a complex world

EVANSTON, Ill.—As the recipient of the 2016 Nobel Prize for Chemistry, Sir Fraser Stoddart is remarkable not only for his … Read More ›

Posted in Multimedia, News, Research

In situ with Fraser Stoddart: On rotaxanes, travel and his love of Edinburgh ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on June 28, 2019

Nobel Laureate and Northwestern Chemistry Professor Sir Fraser Stoddart talks with Kit Champman at Chemestry World: http://bit.ly/2Z9PGc0.

The International Institute for Nanotechnology at Northwestern University is … Read More ›

Posted in News

New technology gives insight into how nanomaterials form and grow ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on June 27, 2019

Researchers examine ‘living’ nanomaterials for first time

June 27, 2019 | By Amanda Morris

EVANSTON, Ill.—A new form of electron microscopy allows researchers to examine nanoscale … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

IIN Steering Committee Member William Dichtel tells undergraduate researchers to “take the good of every experience” ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on June 27, 2019

Professor Dichtel speaks to Northwestern Undergraduate Research Journal

By Jonic Zhehao Zhu and Emily Suen

EVANSTON, Ill.—“Take the good of every experience”

William Dichtel is the Robert L. Letsinger … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Electron-behaving nanoparticles rock current understanding of matter ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on June 20, 2019

Discovery will lead to new methods for materials design

By Amanda Morris

Evanston, Ill.—It’s not an electron. But it sure does act like one.

Northwestern University researchers … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Chad A. Mirkin, John A. Rogers to receive Nakamura Award ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on June 18, 2019

Prestigious honor recognizes exceptional innovations in the field of functional materials

Chad A. Mirkin

EVANSTON, Ill.—Northwestern professors Chad A. Mirkin and John A. Rogers … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Ryan Fellow Riki Drout receives Weinberg College Outstanding Graduate Student Teaching Award ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on June 12, 2019

The 2019 Weinberg College Teaching Awards: Scholars across the College are celebrated for their excellence in the classroom

Riki Drout, Ryan Fellow and 2019 … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors

New method for engineering metabolic pathways ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on June 6, 2019

Two approaches provide faster way to create complex molecules

By EMILY AYSHFORD

Cells are incredibly adept at creating complex molecules, like therapeutics, and can do so much … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Guillermo Ameer receives University’s annual Walder Award ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on June 4, 2019

Regenerative engineering pioneer recognized for research excellence

By Amanda Morris

Guillermo A. Ameer

EVANSTON, Ill..—Guillermo A. Ameer, professor of biomedical engineering and … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

New technology images molecules in 3D ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on May 21, 2019

New tool could help molecular biologists understand complex processes within cells

By Emily Ayshford

EVANSTON, Ill.—Northwestern Engineering researchers have developed a new platform that can image single … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Jian Cao Named Vannevar Bush Faculty Fellow ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on May 15, 2019

The highly competitive honor from the US Department of Defense includes a $3 million, five-year research grant

By Julianne Hill

EVANSTON, Ill.—Northwestern Engineering’s Jian Cao has been chosen … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Professor Vinayak P. Dravid selected as Microanalysis Society Fellow ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on May 13, 2019

EVANSTON, Ill.—Professor Vinayak P. Dravid, International Institute for Nanotechnology (IIN) Director of Global Initiatives and Steering Committee Member, and NUANCE Center Director, has been … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Vaccine design can dramatically improve cancer immunotherapies ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on May 6, 2019

Effectiveness depends on molecular architecture and 3D presentation of components

By Amanda Morris

EVANSTON, Ill. — When it comes to the effectiveness of nanotherapeutic vaccines, shape matters.

Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Chad A. Mirkin receives the Harrison Howe Award from the Rochester Section of the American Chemical Society ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on May 2, 2019

With honor, Mirkin joins “elite echelon of chemists,” including 26 Nobel laureates

EVANSTON, Ill.— Northwestern University’s Chad A. Mirkin has been awarded the distinguished Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors

Exploring new ways to fix a broken heart ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on April 23, 2019

IIN Associate Director Nathan Gianneschi’s novel strategy and dynamic material could heal damage from myocardial infarction

By Roger Anderson, April 19, 2019

Scientists have designed a minimally invasive platform … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Northwestern, Rice researchers find new ways to image, characterize unique material ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on April 12, 2019

2D borophene gets a closer look

RICE UNIVERSITY/EurekAlert

Graphene can come from graphite. But borophene? There’s no such thing as borite.

Unlike its carbon cousin, two-dimensional … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

IIN hosts 17th annual All Scout Nano Day ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on April 10, 2019

EVANSTON, Ill.—More than 80 Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, Scouts and Venture Crew members, along with their parents, participated in the 17th Annual All Scout … Read More ›

Posted in News

Physics Today article highlights Teri W. Odom’s “road to interdisciplinary research” ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on April 3, 2019

An undergraduate takes lessons from four scientists whose research combines physics and biology.

By Anindita Mullick

EVANSTON, Ill.—As a child in Romania, Réka Albert found dual … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Professor Horacio Espinosa to receive Prager Medal ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on April 1, 2019

Professor Horacio Espinosa

EVANSTON, Ill.—Northwestern Engineering Professor Horacio Espinosa will receive the Prager Medal from the Society of Engineering Science for his contributions “to … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Tiny optical elements could one day replace traditional refractive lenses ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on March 28, 2019

High-resolution imaging applications include wide-angle cameras, miniature endoscopes

March 28, 2019 | By Megan Fellman

A Northwestern University research team has developed tiny optical elements … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Randall Snurr elected corresponding member of the Saxon Academy of Sciences ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on March 22, 2019

EVANSTON, Ill.–Randall Snurr, chair of Chemical and Biological Engineering at Northwestern, and the John G. Searle Professor of Chemical and Biological Engineering, was recently … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Chad Mirkin receives the prestigious Richards Award and Medal ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on March 18, 2019

Photos by Brian D’Amico/NESACS

EVANSTON, Ill.—Northwestern University’s Chad A. Mirkin received the 2019 Richards Award and Medal, in recognition of “conspicuous achievements in chemistry,” … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

inChemistry Magazine: Teri W. Odom discusses “her journey to the brilliant science of thinking small” ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on March 15, 2019

EVANSTON, Ill.   Northwestern Department of Chemistry Chair Teri W. Odom discusses “her journey to the brilliant science of thinking small” in the American Chemistry Society … Read More ›

Posted in News

Chad A. Mirkin to receive Perkin Medal ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on March 14, 2019

Award is the highest honor in the United States for achievement in the chemical industry

EVANSTON, Ill—.Northwestern University’s Chad A. Mirkin, a world-renowned … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Northwestern team creates blueprint for understanding, predicting and optimizing complex nanoparticles ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on February 28, 2019

New guidelines have the potential to transform the fields of optoelectronics, bio-imaging and energy harvesting

Tetraphase heterostructured nanoparticle with six interphases

EVANSTON, Ill. — Northwestern … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Avoiding the crack of doom ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on February 25, 2019

By Curt Suplee, NIST

New imaging technique reveals how mechanical damage begins at the molecular scale

EVANSTON, Ill.—Just as a journey of 1,000 miles begins with a … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research, Uncategorized

New machine learning technique rapidly analyzes nanomedicines for cancer immunotherapy ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on February 19, 2019

Novel approach will aid scientists in optimizing SNAs as therapeutic vaccines to treat cancer

EVANSTON, Ill.—With their ability to treat a wide a variety of diseases, … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Nominations invited for $250,000 Kabiller Prize, the world’s largest monetary award for achievement in nanomedicine ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on February 11, 2019

EVANSTON, Ill.—Northwestern University is now accepting nominations for two prestigious international prizes: the $250,000 Kabiller Prize in Nanoscience and Nanomedicine and the $10,000 … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Northwestern nano startup tackles big problems at the smallest scale ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on February 8, 2019

NuMat co-founders Benjamin Hernandez and Northwestern Professor Omar Farha

EVANSTON, Ill.— Medill Reports Chicago looks at a class of nanomaterials called metal-organic frameworks (MOF), which … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research, Uncategorized

Linda Broadbelt, Wei Chen Elected to National Academy of Engineering ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on February 7, 2019

By Julianne Hill

EVANSTON, Ill.—Northwestern Engineering’s Linda Broadbelt and Wei Chen have been elected to the National Academy of Engineering (NAE), … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Chad A. Mirkin receives Rotary Humanitarian STAR Award ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on February 5, 2019

IIN Director Chad A. Mirkin receiving a 2018 Humanitarian STAR Award from Dr. Paul Martin of the Pasadena Rotary Club for his discovery … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News, Research

Northwestern chemistry professor Fraser Stoddart’s organic nanocubes are revolutionizing anti-aging skin care ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on February 4, 2019

When Fraser Stoddart’s team of Northwestern University chemists made a discovery that inspired his company, PanaceaNano, the Nobel Prize winner never dreamed … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Fluid-inspired material self-heals before your eyes ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on January 28, 2019

Coating for metals rapidly heals over scratches and scrapes to prevent corrosion

By Amanda Morris

It’s hard to believe that a tiny crack could take down a … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Tiny science meets the world’s biggest challenges at Northwestern ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on January 22, 2019

EVANSTON, Ill.—Northwestern scientists and engineers have been using nanotechnology for more than 20 years to attack some of the world’s biggest challenges in areas … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Novel SNA glioblastoma treatment featured in Northwestern Medicine Magazine ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on January 22, 2019

EVANSTON, Ill.—Northwestern Memorial Hospital treatments for the most common and deadly type of brain tumor, glioblastoma, include an International Institute for Nanotechnology (IIN)-developed drug … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Sir Fraser Stoddart receives top international award from China ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on January 10, 2019

By Amanda Morris

Sir Fraser Stoddart (front row, center left, with red tie) at the awards ceremony in Beijing

EVANSTON, Ill.—Northwestern University’s Sir … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Chad A. Mirkin to receive the 2018 Richards Award and Medal ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on December 20, 2018

EVANSTON, Ill.—Northwestern University’s Chad A. Mirkin has been selected to receive the 2018 Richards Award and Medal, in recognition of “conspicuous achievements in … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

New megalibrary approach proves useful for rapid discovery of new materials ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on December 18, 2018

Northwestern discovery tool, thousands of times faster than conventional screening methods, is a potential game changer in the development of new technologies

EVANSTON, Ill.—Different eras … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Northwestern startup Exicure announces successful Phase I clinical trial results for psoriasis treatment utilizing IIN-developed SNAs ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on December 17, 2018

A spherical nucleic acid (SNA)

EVANSTON, Ill.—Exicure, a Northwestern University startup, announced successful Phase I clinical trial results for XCUR17, a topical gel utilizing … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Applications now being accepted for IIN REU program at Northwestern ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on December 10, 2018

EVANSTON, Ill.—The International Institute for Nanotechnology (IIN) at Northwestern University is offering a Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) summer program in … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

New research leverages machine learning to discover novel peptides ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on December 10, 2018

EVANSTON, Ill.—A new study by Northwestern Professor and IIN Associate Director Nathan Gianneschi and team leverages machine learning to discover novel peptides by combining … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

New research finds that solar cells are organic-inorganic hybrids ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on December 3, 2018

EVANSTON, Ill.—There are no all-inorganic CsPbl3 solar cell devices, according to a new study by Northwestern Engineering Professor Mercouri Kanatzidis. Instead, because of precursor … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Chad Mirkin to receive 2019 Netherlands Award for Supramolecular Chemistry ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on November 19, 2018

Mirkin joins Nobel Laureates Jean-Marie Lehn and Northwestern’s Sir Fraser Stoddart as award recipients

Chad A. Mirkin

EVANSTON, Ill. — Northwestern University’s Chad A. … Read More ›

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IIN Director Chad A. Mirkin receives prestigious Remsen Memorial Lecture Award ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on November 16, 2018

 

Chad A. Mirkin

Evanston, Ill.—IIN Director Chad A. Mirkin received the prestigious Remsen Award on Thursday (Nov. 15) in Baltimore for his … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News, Research

SNAs highlighted in Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology News ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on November 16, 2018

RNAi Shares Discovery Spotlight with CRISPR-Cas

EVANSTON, Ill.–IIN-developed spherical nucleic acids (SNAs) are in the news again! Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology News highlights the research … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

New Video highlights IIN-U.S. Air Force Research Lab partnership ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on November 14, 2018

EVANSTON, Ill.–The U.S. Air Force Center of Excellence for Advanced Bioprogrammable Nanomaterials, or C-ABN, established at Northwestern University in 2015, is the only Center of … Read More ›

Posted in Multimedia, News

Crain’s Chicago Business: ‘The Koosh Ball’ that can cure ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on November 8, 2018

EVANSTON, Ill.—International Institute for Nanotechnology (IIN) Director Chad Mirkin and David Giljohann, Northwestern professor and CEO of IIN-startup Exicure, Inc., discuss how spherical nucleic … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Researchers further unravel mystery of how black widow spiders create steel-strength silk webs ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on October 22, 2018

Evanston, Ill.–Researchers at Northwestern University and San Diego State University (SDSU) have better unraveled the complex process of how black widow spiders transform proteins … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

David Giljohann, CEO of IIN-startup Exicure, discusses SNAs and immunotherapy: “the new new in modern medical miracles.” ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on October 22, 2018

EVANSTON, Ill.—David Giljohann, Northwestern professor, former Ryan Fellow, and CEO of IIN-startup Exicure, discusses spherical nucleic acids (SNAs) and immunotherapy, “the new new in modern … Read More ›

Posted in Multimedia, News, Research

IIN celebrates National Nanotechnology Day ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on October 9, 2018

EVANSTON, Ill.–To celebrate National Nanotechnology Day, the International Institute for Nanotechnology (IIN) is hosting the first-ever 10 Billion Nanometer Marathon. It doesn’t go exactly the … Read More ›

Posted in Multimedia, News, Research

Chad Mirkin receives Friendship Award from China ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on October 1, 2018

From Northwestern Now

EVANSTON, Ill. — Northwestern University professor Chad A. Mirkin received the Friendship Award, China’s highest recognition bestowed upon “foreign experts who have … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

IIN Announces 2018 Outstanding Researchers ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on September 27, 2018

EVANSTON, Ill.—Eleven Northwestern graduate and postdoctoral researchers received Outstanding Research Awards for their exceptional contributions to the broad field of nanotechnology, during the 2018 … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News, Research

Mirkin Group alumna Radha Boya receives prestigious Royal Society Fellowship ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on September 26, 2018


Radha Boya, former Mirkin Research Group postdoctoral student, is a recipient of a 2018 Royal Society Fellowship, the most prestigious early career … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News, Research

Teri W. Odom named 2018 APS Fellow ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on September 25, 2018


EVANSTON, Ill.–Northwestern Department of Chemistry Chair Teri W. Odom has been elected a 2018 Fellow of the American Physical Society (APS).

The criterion … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News, Research

Northwestern Professor William Dichtel to receive prestigious Akron Section Award ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on September 13, 2018


EVANSTON, Ill.—William Dichtel, the Robert L. Letsinger Professor of Chemistry in Northwestern’s Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences and an International Institute for … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News, Research

Ryan Fellows celebrate 10 years of nanotechnology research, academic excellence at Northwestern ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on September 8, 2018

Ryan Fellowship benefactors Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan, and 75 current and former Fellows, honored during halftime ceremony at September 8 Northwestern football game

Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Nathan C. Gianneschi named associate director of the International Institute for Nanotechnology at Northwestern ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on September 5, 2018

EVANSTON, Ill.—Nathan C. Gianneschi, Northwestern professor and renowned nanoscientist, has been named associate director of the International Institute for Nanotechnology (IIN).

Gianneschi is the Jacob … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Teri Odom profiled in Optics and Photonics News ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on August 27, 2018


Teri W. Odom, associate director of IIN, associate chair of the Northwestern Department of Chemistry, and the Charles E. and Emma H. Morrison Professor … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Mirkin Group graduate student Pengcheng Chen receives ACS Division of Inorganic Chemistry Young Investigator Award ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on August 19, 2018


EVANSTON, Ill.—Mirkin Group graduate student Pengcheng Chen, a Ryan Fellow and 2016 Outstanding Researcher, will receive the American Chemistry Society Division of Inorganic Chemistry … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News, Research

IIN and TERA-Print research team selected for U.S. Department of Defense DESI program ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on August 10, 2018


EVANSTON, Ill.–An International Institute for Nanotechnology (IIN) and TERA-print, LLC researcher team has been selected to participate in the Defense Enterprise Science Initiative (DESI), … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News, Research

IIN announces 2018 Ryan Fellows ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on August 3, 2018


EVANSTON, Ill.–The International Institute for Nanotechnology (IIN) has announced the 2018 Ryan Fellowship Awardees. The Ryan Fellowship, created in 2007 and made possible by … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News, Research

Julia Kalow named investigator in new NSF CCI focused on enhancing polymer networks ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on August 1, 2018


EVANSTON, Ill.–International Institute for Nanotechnology (IIN)-affiliated researcher and Northwestern Chemistry Professor Julia Kalow is an investigator in a new National Science Foundation … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News, Research

RCSA names William Dichtel 2017 Cottrell FRED winner ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on August 1, 2018

From the RCSA

TUCSON—Research Corporation for Science Advancement (RCSA) announces that William Dichtel, the Robert L. Letsinger Professor of Chemistry, Northwestern University, has … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Chad Mirkin discusses his career and how Dickinson shaped it ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on July 21, 2018

 

From a Dickinson College news release

EVANSTON, Ill.–Recent winner of the prestigious Dan David Prize in the Future Time Dimension, and one of the world’s … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, Multimedia, News

New research highlights borophene’s surprising capacity to preserve its unique electronic properties ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on July 16, 2018


Borophene’s defects can assemble into ordered structures that preserve its electronic properties

By Mike Williams, Rice University

EVANSTON, Ill.—When objects break, they tend not to … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Northwestern professor, former graduate students and doctoral fellow among Young Innovator Awards in NanoBiotech recipients ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on July 16, 2018


EVANSTON, Ill.–Congratulations Nano Research Young Innovator Awards in NanoBiotech 2018 recipients, including Northwestern Engineering Professor Evan Scott, former IIN Post Doctoral Fellow Emily Day, … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Prof. Jill Millstone, former Mirkin Group grad student, to give Kavli Lecture ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on July 9, 2018


EVANSTON, Ill.–University of Pittsburgh Professor Jill Millstone, former Mirkin Group graduate student, will present the distinguished Kavli Foundation Emerging Leader in Chemistry Lecture … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Chad Mirkin receives prestigious Nano Research Award ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on July 2, 2018


From a a Springer news release

CHENGDU, China—The annual Nano Research Award, which is sponsored by Tsinghua University Press (TUP) and Springer Nature, was presented … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Geek.com: DNA-based design makes way for lighter, thinner device displays ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on June 29, 2018


From an article at Geek.com

EVANSTON, Ill.—Researchers at Northwestern University developed new design principles for making photonic crystals like the ones typically used in … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

New nanoparticles used to detect excessive scarring of wounds ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on June 29, 2018

From an article in AZO Nano

EVANSTON, Ill. and SINGAPORE–New research–the collaborative effort of IIN and Nanyang Technological University in Singapore through the NTU-Northwestern Institute … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Northwestern Now: DNA drives design principles for lighter, thinner optical displays ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on June 26, 2018

Lighter gold nanoparticles could replace thicker, heavier layered polymers used in displays’ back-reflectors

June 26, 2018 | By Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Researchers achieve unprecedented control of polymer grids ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on June 21, 2018

Materials could find applications in water purification, solar energy storage, body armor

June 21, 2018 | By Megan Fellman

EVANSTON – Synthetic polymers are ubiquitous — … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Chameleon-inspired nanolaser changes colors, paves way for flexible displays in phones, televisions ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on June 20, 2018

Novel device opens door for advances in flexible displays in smartphones and televisions

June 20, 2018 | By Amanda Morris

EVANSTON, Ill. — As a chameleon … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

SNA-based therapy increases SMA survival four-fold over standard of care ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on June 19, 2018

A new investigational treatment for spinal muscular atrophy, utilizing spherical nucleic acids (SNAs) developed by IIN Director Chad Mirkin and the Mirkin Research Group, prolongs … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Teri Odom inducted as senior member of The Optical Society ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on June 15, 2018

Teri Odom, IIN Associate Director and the Charles E. and Emma H. Morrison Professor of Chemistry at Northwestern, was recently inducted as a senior … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News, Research

Weinberg Magazine highlights the Ronald and JoAnne Willens Center for Nano Oncology ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on June 14, 2018

Weinberg Magazine features the Ronald and JoAnne Willens Center for Nano Oncology in the Spring/Summer 2018 issue. Read more about the center, housed within … Read More ›

Posted in News

Emily Weiss named Mark and Nancy Ratner Professor of Chemistry ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on June 12, 2018

IIN researcher Emily Weiss (center) was named the first Mark and Nancy Ratner Professor of Chemistry. The new professorship honors Chemistry Professor Mark … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Ryan Fellows honored at Spring Recognition Reception ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on June 7, 2018

The 2017 Ryan Fellows were formally inducted at The Graduate School Spring Recognition Reception on May 15.

The Ryan Fellowship, made possible by a generous donation … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

New IIN report highlights advances in synthesis of metal-organic framework nanoparticles ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on June 5, 2018

A new IIN report, published in the journal Advanced Materials, highlights advances in the synthesis of metal-organic framework nanoparticles (MOF NPs), structures being explored … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Polymer nanoreactors enable windowless in situ electron observation of nanoparticule dynamics in fluids ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on June 4, 2018

Polymer nanoreactors developed by Director Chad Mirkin, Professor Vinayak Dravid and other IIN researchers, enable windowless in situ electron microscopy observation of nanoparticle dynamics in fluids. Read … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

IIN, University of Florida research featured on cover of ACS Central Science ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on June 1, 2018

Micelles forming in a solution by undergoing polymer-induced self-assembly is featured on the cover of the May 23, 2018 issue of ACS Central Science. The … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

PODCAST: Chad Mirkin discusses nanotechnology and medical treatment breakthroughs on the Dickinson College podcast, The Good ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on May 18, 2018

IIN Director Chad Mirkin discusses the game-changing potential of nanotechnology to aid in the treatment of a broad range of diseases – from cancers … Read More ›

Posted in Multimedia, Research

The Beckman Foundation: A Conversation with Chad Mirkin ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on May 16, 2018

To help celebrate their 40-year anniversary, the Arnold and Mabel Beckman Foundation is featuring conversations with awardee alumni, including Chad Mirkin, the 1992 Beckman Young … Read More ›

Posted in News

Making carbon nanotubes as usable as common plastics ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on May 16, 2018


Making carbon nanotubes as usable as common plastics
Researchers discover that cresols disperse carbon nanotubes at unprecedentedly high concentrations

May 15, 2018 | By Amanda Morris

EVANSTON … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

The “quirkier” uses of graphene ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on May 15, 2018

A new article in Scientific American highlights IIN researcher and Northwestern Engineering Professor Jiaxing Huang’s recent discoveries utilizing graphene sheets, developed at the nano scale, for … Read More ›

Posted in News

Danna Freedman receives 2018 Camille Dreyfus Teacher-Scholar award, grant ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on May 2, 2018


Northwestern Chemistry Assistant Professor Danna Freedman received an ’18 Camille Dreyfus Teacher-Scholar Award. The unrestricted grants honor young faculty with “an outstanding independent body” … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors

IIN researchers develop new way to accurately measure electronic properties of 2D materials ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on April 30, 2018

 
IIN researchers and Northwestern University professors Vinayak Dravid, Chris Wolverton and Nathaniel Stern have found a new way to accurately measure the electronic … Read More ›

Posted in Research

New material can effectively, economically detect nuclear radiation ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on April 25, 2018

April 25, 2018 | By Megan Fellman

EVANSTON – A Northwestern University and Argonne National Laboratory research team has developed an exceptional next-generation material … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Novel technology allows researchers to see dynamic reactions as they happen at the nanoscale ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on April 25, 2018

April 25, 2018 | By Amanda Morris

EVANSTON – When famed physicists Max Knoll and Ernst Ruska first introduced the transmission electron microscope (TEM) … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Research highlights first in vivo use of Nanoflares™ to identify abnormal scar tissue ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on April 23, 2018

New research by IIN Director Chad Mirkin and Amy S. Paller, MD, Director of the Northwestern University Skin Disease Research Center and the … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Video: The first All Scout Nano Day participants – Where are they now? ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on April 14, 2018

Sixteen years ago, IIN hosted the first All Scout Nano Day. Since then, nearly 1,600 Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and Venturing Crew members have attended … Read More ›

Posted in Multimedia

Chicago Sun-Times: SNA technology “game changer” in cancer treatment ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on April 13, 2018

A recent Chicago Sun-Times article highlights the role of spherical nucleic acids (SNAs), created by IIN Director Chad Mirkin, in creating a pipeline of new … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

SNAs: targeting disease from every angle ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on April 9, 2018

In new LaboratoryEquipment.com article, IIN Director Chad Mirkin explains how SNAs created at Northwestern are leading the next wave of therapeutic treatments, allowing clinicians … Read More ›

Posted in News

Nanotechnology is the future of medicine ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on April 3, 2018

Research by IIN Director Chad Mirkin and Amy S. Paller, MD, Chair of Dermatology at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, is highlighted in a recent … Read More ›

Posted in News

IIN researchers design new approach for creating more affordable, powerful catalysts for energy conversion and storage ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on March 21, 2018

March 21, 2018
Northwestern University researchers have discovered a new approach for creating important new catalysts to aid in clean energy conversion and storage. The … Read More ›

Posted in News, Research

Video: ACS highlights Teri Odom’s “transformative” contributions to chemistry, nanotechnology ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on March 20, 2018


The “transformative” contributions to chemistry and nanotechnology of Teri Odom, IIN Associate Director and the Charles E. and Emma H. Morrison Professor of Chemistry at … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, Multimedia, News

IIN Assoc. Dir. Teri Odom is one of three recipients of Cottrell Scholar TREE Award ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on March 14, 2018

Teri W. Odom, IIN Assoc. Director and the Charles E. and Emma H. Morrison Prof. of Chemistry at Northwestern, was named one of three … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Video: Pittcon TV interviews Chad Mirkin, recipient of the Ralph N. Adams Award ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on March 14, 2018

 

Pittcon TV speaks to Chad Mirkin, recipient of the Ralph Adam’s award, and Shana Kelley, from the University of Toronto, to talk about the meaning … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, Multimedia, News

Chad Mirkin joins elite echelon of chemists in receiving Harrison Howe Award ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on March 9, 2018


Chad A. Mirkin will receive the 2018 Harrison Howe Award from the Rochester Section of the American Chemical Society (ACS).

Mirkin, the director of the … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Chad Mirkin receives Ralph N. Adams Award at Pittcon ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on February 28, 2018

IIN Director Chad Mirkin received the Ralph N. Adams Award on February 28, 2018 at Pittcon, the premier annual conference and exposition on laboratory … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Northwestern invents a material with invisible capabilities ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on February 12, 2018

A new Northwestern technique for constructing metamaterials “is a breakthrough in particle architecture,” says Chad Mirkin in a Big Ten Network Live article.

Read more.

Posted in News, Research

Chad Mirkin to receive 2018 Nano Research Award ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on February 1, 2018

Chad Mirkin and Chinese Academy of Sciences Professor Lei Jiang have been named recipients of the prestigious 2018 Nano Research Award.

Read more.

Posted in Awards and Honors

Nobel Prize winner hopes to turn gold mines green ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on January 30, 2018

At TheNation.com:

Sir Fraser Stoddart is hoping to revolutionize the mining industry with a new technique for extracting gold that does away with poisonous … Read More ›

Posted in News

New class of light-bending material spun with DNA and gold nanoparticles can achieve first real-life invisibility cloak ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on January 19, 2018

At Newsweek.com:

“In a huge achievement spanning both chemistry and physics, scientists have found a way to create entirely new classes of material that can bend oncoming … Read More ›

Posted in News

Professor Emily Weiss to receive 2018 ACS Early-Career Award ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on January 12, 2018

Northwestern Professor Emily A. Weiss will receive the 2018 Early-Career Award in Experimental Physical Chemistry from the Physical Chemistry Division of the American Chemical … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Chad Mirkin receives the Nano Today Award for groundbreaking research on spherical nucleic acids ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on January 3, 2018

IIN Director Chad A. Mirkin received the 2017 Nano Today Award for his pioneering research on spherical nucleic acids: https://www.journals.elsevier.com/nano-today/news/nano-today-award-2017-winner-announced. The award was … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors

Video highlights how micelles in solution interact, morph and grow ›

Posted by Sheryl Cash on January 3, 2018

An international team led by Northwestern Chemistry Professor Nathan Gianneschi demonstrated that liquid-cell transmission electron microscopy can directly image the motion of micelles at the nanoscale … Read More ›

Posted in News

NU Professors Teri Odom, Lin Chen, and Tamar Seideman honored in celebration of Marie Curie’s 150th birthday. ›

Posted by Veronica Durdov on November 3, 2017

In honor of Madam Curie’s 150th birthday on November 7th, The Journal of Physical Chemistry (JPC) published an article recognizing her as the first female author … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors

Professor Teri Odom recieves 2017 ACS Nano Lectureship Award ›

Posted by Veronica Durdov on September 1, 2017

Northwestern Professor Teri Odom is one of three 2017 ACS Nano Lectureship Award winners, along with Professor Hui-Ming Cheng of the Shenyang National Laboratory … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Podcast: Fraser Stoddart’s bonds transformed science ›

Posted by Julie Tran on February 16, 2017

https://news.northwestern.edu/stories/2017/february/podcast-his-bonds-transformed-science/

Posted in Multimedia, Research

Nathan Gianneschi to join Northwestern           ›

Posted by Julie Tran on February 3, 2017

 

We are very pleased to announce that Nathan C. Gianneschi, a world-class nanomaterials researcher, will join Northwestern University as the Jacob & Rosaline Cohn … Read More ›

Posted in News

Video: Chad A. Mirkin accepts Dickson Prize in Science, gives lecture: “Nanotechnology: Small Things Matter” ›

Posted by Julie Tran on February 2, 2017

Congratulations to Chad A. Mirkin, this year’s recipient of the Dickson Prize in Science! Last week, Professor Mirkin visited Carnegie Mellon University to accept the … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, Multimedia, News

Video: President Barack Obama lauds “ground breaking” IIN research and start-up companies ›

Posted by Julie Tran on January 20, 2017

President Barack Obama speaks at Northwestern, lauding the IIN, its groundbreaking research and discoveries, and related start-up companies and jobs.

Posted in Multimedia, News

Four Northwestern professors receive presidential award ›

Posted by Julie Tran on January 19, 2017

President Barack Obama honored four members of Northwestern faculty with the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers earlier this month.

Mechanical engineer Sinan … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors

Nobel Laureate Sir Fraser Stoddart receives key to the City from Evanston officials ›

Posted by Julie Tran on January 12, 2017

Our Nobel Laureate, Sir Fraser Stoddart, was given the key to the city during the Evanston City Council Meeting on January 9, 2017. He … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors

VIDEO: Final meeting of the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST) under President Barack Obama, held Jan. 6, 2017 ›

Posted by Julie Tran on January 11, 2017

This Administration’s final meeting of the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST) was held on January 6, 2017 in Washington, D.C.

An … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, Multimedia

Congratulations to Chad A. Mirkin, this year’s recipient of the Dickson Prize in Science ›

Posted by Julie Tran on January 10, 2017

Congratulations to Chad A. Mirkin, this year’s recipient of the Dickson Prize in Science!

Read more about the award and Professor Mirkin here: http://www.cmu.edu/dickson-prize/.

Posted in Awards and Honors

Images: Sir Fraser Stoddart attends Nobel Prize events in Stockholm ›

Posted by Julie Tran on December 8, 2016

We share, with great pride, images of Sir Fraser Stoddart in Stockholm this week for the Nobel Prize … Read More ›

Posted in Multimedia

Video: Sir Fraser Stoddart, Jean-Pierre Sauvage and Bernard L. Feringa present the Nobel Lectures in Chemistry at Aula Magna, Stockholm University ›

Posted by Julie Tran on December 7, 2016

Join us online early tomorrow (Thursday) morning at 4:00 a.m. (11:00 a.m. CET) for a live stream as Northwestern’s Sir Fraser Stoddart joins Jean-Pierre Sauvage … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, Multimedia, News

President Obama welcomes Sir Fraser Stoddart to White House for Nobel Day ›

Posted by Julie Tran on December 2, 2016

https://news.northwestern.edu/stories/2016/12/photo-president-obama-fraser-stoddart-white-house-nobel-day

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Low-cost, wearable “lab on the skin” patch monitors health through sweat ›

Posted by Julie Tran on December 1, 2016

http://www.scienceworldreport.com/articles/53137/20161129/low-cost-wearable-lab-on-the-skin-patch-monitors-health-through-sweat.htm

Posted in News

Video: Professor Teri Odom unites innovative teaching practice with nanoscience in Weinberg Freshman Seminar ›

Posted by Julie Tran on November 30, 2016

https://digitallearning.northwestern.edu/article/2016/11/17/video-making-experts

Posted in Multimedia

Programmable plasmons by strain engineering ›

Posted by Julie Tran on November 30, 2016

http://www.nanowerk.com/spotlight/spotid=45211.php

Posted in News

Chicago Sun-Times Sunday Sitdown: Chad Mirkin, seeking big cures with tiny spheres ›

Posted by Julie Tran on November 19, 2016

http://chicago.suntimes.com/news/nanotechnology-chad-mirkin-northwestern-seeking-medical-cancer-cures-with-tiny-spherical-nucleic-acids-sunday-sitdown/

Posted in News

Northwestern Now: “Two leading nanoscientists – making life meaningful in and out of the labs” ›

Posted by Julie Tran on November 3, 2016

https://news.northwestern.edu/stories/2016/11/couples-podcast-second-chance-encounter/

Posted in News

Chad A. Mirkin awarded the 2016 RUSNANOPRIZE ›

Posted by Julie Tran on October 26, 2016

Chad A. Mirkin has been awarded the 2016 RUSNANOPRIZE for his invention of spherical nucleic acids (SNAs), tiny structures used around the globe for … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Monica Olvera de la Cruz selected to receive 2017 Polymer Physics Prize ›

Posted by Julie Tran on October 20, 2016

Monica Olvera de la Cruz selected to receive the 2017 Polymer Physics Prize for her “outstanding contributions to the theoretical understanding of polymers and … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors

Radio interview: Lyrica leads to Nobel Prize at Northwestern ›

Posted by Julie Tran on October 19, 2016

Click here to listen to the radio interview.

Posted in Awards and Honors, Multimedia, News

Nobel Laureate, Sir Fraser Stoddart, to speak at 2016 IIN Symposium ›

Posted by Julie Tran on October 13, 2016

Posted in Awards and Honors, News

Northwestern nanotech pioneer, Sir Fraser Stoddart, shares chemistry Nobel Prize for his work on molecular machines ›

Posted by International Institute for Nanotechnology on October 5, 2016

EVANSTON – Sir Fraser Stoddart, Board of Trustees Professor of Chemistry in the Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences … Read More ›

Posted in Awards and Honors, News
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