Researchers from North Carolina State University claim to have developed a way to melt specific portions of polymers by embedding aligned nanoparticles within the materials.

Abengoa Solar is to develop a new solar-power tower technology thanks in part to a grant from the US Department of Energy (DOE).

A project is underway to improve the false alarm rate and to standardise the certification of fire detection systems in cargo compartments of commercial aircraft.

New research has shown that nanotechnology may be used to improve the quality of ultrasound images to help detect the very earliest stages of serious diseases like cancer.

A £1m project is underway at Nottingham University to develop dual-use energy storage technology that delivers hydrogen to a fuel cell and generates direct cooling for refrigeration.

Lockheed Martin has received a $51.6 million contract modification to provide 18 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems to the US Marine Corps.

GE Energy has won a contract for more than $500m to supply equipment to power the world's largest aluminium processing complex at a single site.

Lloyd’s Register is to play a major role in a two-year programme to test the suitability of bio-diesel for use in powering marine engines.

Alcoa today signed a letter of intent with Korea’s Seohan Industries to form an alliance to produce cast aluminium chassis and suspension components for the automotive industry.

Gem cutting has always been the preserve of craftsmen, but two research teams hope to automate the process to minimise lost material and extract the maximum value.