Nanotechnology

• Calgary technology taps into Alberta’s ‘wasted’ lithium supply

  A chemical engineer out of the University of Calgary is piloting what she says is a more efficient, cleaner lithium extraction process.

  Tech

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• USask research could make kidney dialysis a lot more comfortable for patients

  A researcher at the University of Saskatchewan is working to develop a new type of filter membrane that would reduce side effects many kidney patients suffer from.

  Health

  Feb 22, 2023
  
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• Calgary based lithium company receives US$50M investment from BDC

  The Calgary company developed a proprietary lithium extraction technology it says uses less water and chemicals and produces fewer emissions than traditional extraction methods.

  Economy

  Jan 18, 2023
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• Alberta nanotech company uses ‘intelligent paint’ to detect pipeline leaks

  Oil and gas companies use a variety of technology to detect leaks, but most are meant to target major large-scale incidents.

  Science

  Oct 26, 2022
• ‘Elon is watching us’: Calgary woman uses nanotechnology to create new lithium extraction technology

  Using nanotechnology, Amanda Hall and her team at Summit Nanotech say they have created an improved method of lithium-ion resource extraction from produced brine water.

  Tech

  Nov 12, 2020
• University of Alberta nanoscientists create commercial ‘molecular’ product for guitars

  Scientists at the University of Alberta have used the latest nanotechnology in a guitar pedal that duplicates the beloved warmth without the inconvenience and expense.

  Canada

  Jul 10, 2017
• Could there soon be a better way to protect against prostate cancer?

  The PSA test for prostate cancer has been linked to unnecessary treatments and biopsies. That's prompted researchers to start developing a more accurate prostate cancer detection tool.

  Health

  May 22, 2017
• University of Alberta creates Edmonton Oilers logo smaller than the eye can see

  The University of Alberta has created an Edmonton Oilers logo so small, you could fit more than 900 million of them on top of a hockey puck.

  Education

  May 5, 2017
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• Is nanotechnology the secret to making better batteries?

  In the global race to create more efficient and long-lasting batteries, some are betting on nanotechnology - the use of minuscule parts - as the most likely to yield a breakthrough.

  Tech

  Apr 4, 2016
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• Engineers create 3D-printed microscopic fish that could one day be used to deliver medicine

  Imagine one day being given an injection of microscopic fish that carry medicine to exactly the spot that needs treatment.

  Health

  Aug 27, 2015