Megan Craig

Manchester

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How Are Lipid Nanoparticles Metabolized?

Mar 19, 2024 | azonano.com | Megan Craig |Marzia Khan

Reviewed by Megan Craig, M.Sc.Continue reading to learn about the conventional routes of how lipid nanoparticles are metabolized. Image Credit: Kateryna Kon/Shutterstock.comLipid nanoparticles have gained popularity in drug development research due to their suitability as nanocarriers for drugs with poor availability in the body.
Engineering Gas Sensors with Conducting Polymers

Mar 14, 2024 | azosensors.com | Megan Craig |Samudrapom Dam

Reviewed by Megan Craig, M.Sc. Conducting polymers have conventionally attracted huge interest in gas sensing applications due to their easy synthesis, versatile nanostructure, good environmental stability, and superior sensing capability at room temperature.2 Image Credit: nevodka/Shutterstock.com Introduction to Gas Sensors with Conducting Polymers Conducting polymers like polythiophene (PTh), polyaniline (Pni), polypyrrole (PPy), and poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene) (PEDOT) have been used...
Nanocatalysts: Boosting Efficiency and Yield in Ammonia Production

Mar 7, 2024 | azonano.com | Megan Craig |Atif Suhail

Reviewed by Megan Craig, M.Sc. Nanocatalysts, with their small size and high surface area-to-volume ratio, significantly enhance catalytic activity in industrial processes such as ammonia production.1 By integrating nanocatalysts, ammonia synthesis benefits from heightened efficiency and sustainability, allowing for lower temperatures and pressures, ultimately reducing energy consumption and operational costs.1 Image Credit: Vladimir Nenezic/Shutterstock.com The global demand for ammonia...
What Makes Nanocatalysts Ideal for Industrial Chemistry?

Feb 19, 2024 | azonano.com | Megan Craig |Stefano Tommasone Ph.D

Reviewed by Megan Craig, M.Sc.The development of nanomaterials has revolutionized various fields, including catalysis, playing a crucial role in driving chemical transformations. Nanocatalysts, which are catalysts with nanoscale dimensions (below 100 nm), exhibit unique properties and are highly viable options not only for research applications but also for industrial catalytic processes.
How Are Sensors Paving the Way for Better Electric Vehicles?

Feb 12, 2024 | azosensors.com | Megan Craig |Rachael Jones

Reviewed by Megan Craig, M.Sc.Sensors are revolutionizing electric vehicles (EVs), enhancing their function, design, and performance. This article explores the critical role of sensor technology in EVs, reviewing its diverse types, applications, and the promising horizon of future innovations, paving the way for a more sustainable and efficient automotive future.
Why Should Vineyards Embrace Sensor-Based Agriculture?

Jan 15, 2024 | azosensors.com | Megan Craig |Hussain Ahmed

Reviewed by Megan Craig, M.Sc.Winemaking is becoming smarter; many vineyards use sensor technologies to increase yield. Sensors can detect and forecast behavior patterns in the vineyard related to grape quality, productivity, biological cycles, possible pests, and plant conditions.
Exploring Nanowire-Based NO2 Sensing

Dec 12, 2023 | azosensors.com | Megan Craig |Atif Suhail

Reviewed by Megan Craig, M.Sc.In this article, we will explore the use of nanowires in NO2 sensing, explaining three noteworthy examples from recent research demonstrating why nanowires are particularly well-suited for this application. Image Credit: Zita/Shutterstock.comWhy is NO2 Sensing Important? The escalating pace of industrialization has led to a significant increase in the concentration of harmful gases in the environment, posing a serious concern.
Characterization Methods of Graphene Oxide Nanoflakes

Nov 23, 2023 | azonano.com | Megan Craig |Samudrapom Dam

Reviewed by Megan Craig, M.Sc.Graphene oxide (GO) nanoflakes are two-dimensional (2D) nanomaterials with unique properties, such as high biocompatibility and exceptional conductivity, and are used in several applications. Here, we discuss the different methods used for the characterization of GO nanoflakes. Image Credit: Jarek_Sz/Shutterstock.comGO Nanoflake Characterization MethodsGO primarily refers to an oxidized form of graphene that is hydrophilic and dispersible in water.
Exploring IoT Gas Sensors: Real-Time Data for Safer Workplaces

Nov 21, 2023 | azosensors.com | Megan Craig |Hussain Ahmed

Reviewed by Megan Craig, M.Sc.Gas monitoring plays a critical role in ensuring the safety, quality control, and regulatory compliance of various industries. From chemical plants to pharmaceutical facilities, early detection of gas leakages or hazardous concentrations is paramount to avoid accidents, ensure worker safety, and meet stringent regulatory requirements.
The Challenges with Engineering Functional Nanopores

Nov 19, 2023 | azonano.com | Megan Craig |Marzia Khan

Reviewed by Megan Craig, M.Sc.Innovations in nanopore technology has advanced single-molecule studies for applications like sensor devices, and the further emergence of functionalized nanopores has increased the versatility of this technology. This article will provide an overview of functional nanopores and the challenges in the engineering these for advanced applications.