Electrically-conductive polymer nanoparticles can kill colorectal cancer cells

Researchers at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center have modified electrically-conductive polymers, commonly used in solar energy applications, to develop revolutionary polymer nanoparticles (PNs) for a medical application. When the nanoparticles are exposed to infrared light, they generate heat that can be used to kill colorectal cancer cells.

Bahrain eyes bigger Arabplast participation as investments in plastic industry rise

More than 1,000 plastic industry specialists and investors from Bahrain are expected to attend Arabplast 2013 in Dubai.

Rockwood gets approvals to complete Talison acquisition

Rockwood Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: ROC), a global producer of specialty chemicals and advanced materials, today announced that the government of Australia’s Foreign Investment Review Board has given its approval for the acquisition of Talison Lithium Limited (TXS: TLH) by Rockwood.

Kl?ckner Pentaplast on expansion route

The Kl?ckner Pentaplast (KP) Group announced this month that it will add to its global production capacity in Asia, the Americas, and Europe.

BASF to acquire Pronova BioPharma for €664 million

Acquisition will take BASF to leading position in omega-3 fatty acids

Natural, non-chill-filtered whiskey to make HK debut

The Glenlivet Nàdurra 16 Year Old, which occupies a superior position in the brand's premium range, is produced in an entirely natural way

Future engineers see PACK EXPO first hand

High school student teams take part in the 2012 FIRST Robotics Competition at the event

Programme targets healthier street food in Indonesia

Mercy Corps and DSM partner to expand and improve Indonesia’s healthy food cart initiative

DIA to host Asia Regulatory Conference in Singapore

Conference to spotlight regulatory convergence and patient safety standards

Sweat glands play major role in healing human wounds

As poor wound healing from diabetic ulcers and other ailments takes heavy toll on healthcare costs, U-M findings pave way for new efficient therapies

Thermo Fisher's PCT assay now available in Fujirebio lab instruments

Combination of Biomarker Procalcitonin (PCT) assay and Lumipulse platforms to test patients suspected of having sepsis

Tiny, inexpensive chip monitors vital signs

OSU engineers develop postage stamp-size radio wave-powered vital-signs monitor