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Abstract The distinctive properties of single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs) have inspired the development of many novel applications in the field of cell nanobiotechnology. However, studies thus far have not explored the effect of SWCNT functionalization on transport across the cell walls of prokaryotes. We explore the uptake of SWCNTs in Gram-negative cyanobacteria and demonstrate a passive length-dependent and selective internalization of SWCNTs decorated with positively charged biomolecules. We show that lysozyme-coated SWCNTs spontaneously penetrate the cell walls of a unicellular strain and a multicellular strain. A custom-built spinning-disc confocal microscope was used to image the distinct near-infrared SWCNT fluorescence within the autofluorescent cells, revealing a highly inhomogeneous distribution of SWCNTs. Real-time near-infrared monitoring of cell growth and division reveal that the SWCNTs are inherited by daughter cells. Moreover, these nanobionic living cells retained photosynthetic activity and showed an improved photo-exoelectrogenicity when incorporated into bioelectrochemical devices.

Investment made in Quebec will support environmentally friendly technologies

Xerox Research Centre of Canada and NanoIntegris advance flexible electronic devices with thin film transistor package

1er septembre 2014, Boisbriand, Qc : Raymor-NanoIntegris franchit une nouvelle barrière en devenant la première compagnie au monde à commercialiser des nanotubes de carbone semi-conducteurs ultra haute pureté, enrobés de polymère, dispersés dans des solvants organiques : IsoSol-S100 TM. Ce produit innovateur, offert sous forme de poudre ou en solution, est le premier produit de nanotube de carbone simple paroi semi-conducteur sur le marché ayant une pureté supérieure à 99,9%.

Le mot est partout, évoquant des recherches de pointe mystérieuses et des composants électroniques high-tech, de plus en plus miniaturisés. Mais la réalité va bien au-delà. Car les nanotechnologies constituent une vraie révolution.

NanoIntegris technologies poursuit l’objectif de permettre la création de produits commerciaux à base de nanotubes de carbone pouvant être produits en grande quantité et à de bas coûts. L’acquisition de NanoIntegris Technologies par l’entreprise Canadienne Raymor Inustries Inc. en avril 2012, fut un catalyeur dans l’avancement des techniques de purification et de séparation à des coûts avantageux.

September 1st, 2014- Boisbriand, QC: Raymor-NanoIntegris breaks a new barrier by becoming the world’s first company to commercialize ultra high-purity, polymer-wrapped, semiconducting carbon nanotubes dispersed in organic solvents: IsoSol-S100 TM. This innovative product, offered in powder or solution form, is the first semiconducting single-walled carbon nanotube material on the market with purities exceeding 99.9%.

NanoIntegris Technologies strives to enable the realization of carbon nanotube-based commercial products with high-capacity processes and lower prices. The acquisition of NanoIntegris Technologies by the Canadian-based Raymor Industries Inc. in April 2012 has catalyzed the advancement of cost-effective nanotube purification and separation techniques.

Le mot est partout, évoquant des recherches de pointe mystérieuses et des composants électroniques high-tech, de plus en plus miniaturisés. Mais la réalité va bien au-delà. Car les nanotechnologies constituent une vraie révolution.

As part of its attendance of Nanotech Japan, the world biggest nanotechnology trade show, Raymor Nanotech takes the opportunity to announce a new pricing list. Raymor Nanotech takes another step towards becoming the world largest single-wall carbon nanotubes (C-SWNT) supplier.