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Shutting the nano-gate

Researchers create voltage-controlled nanopores that can trap particles as they try to pass through, which may lead to single-molecule sensors, along with cheaper and faster genomic sequencing.

Mar 12th, 2021

Tumours illuminated brightly and precisely with new biodegradable nanoprobe

Newly developed nanoprobes tested in zebrafish could help detect cancer more accurately and might aid diagnosis and therapy in the future.

Mar 11th, 2021

Researchers create new ultralightweight, crush-resistant tensegrity metamaterials

Study shows how century-old design principle can be a pathway to overcoming failure.

Mar 11th, 2021

Novel targeted modification strategy improves separation selectivity of polyamide nanofiltration membranes

The outcome of this work not only improves the separation efficiency of small organic and inorganic salts by nanofiltration, but also provides a new perspective in regulating pore size distribution and surface charge of nanofiltration membranes for precisely separating small molecules.

Mar 11th, 2021

Start small to answer the big questions about photosynthesis

New scientific techniques are revealing the intricate role that proteins play in photosynthesis.

Mar 11th, 2021

New analysis of 2D perovskites could shape the future of solar cells and LEDs

An innovative analysis of two-dimensional (2D) materials could boost the development of next-generation solar cells and LEDs.

Mar 11th, 2021

One step closer to unlocking mysteries of the bio/nano interface

Proteins choreograph the infinitesimal dance of living cells and functional biomaterials.

Mar 11th, 2021

Scientists develop new magnetic nanomaterial for counterfeit money prevention

An international research team has developed a new iron-cobalt-nickel nanocomposite with tunable magnetic properties. The nanocomposite could be used to protect money and securities from counterfeiting.

Mar 10th, 2021

Graphene nanoparticles and their influence on neurons

New research shows that the nanomaterial acts on the excitatory synapses, interfering with the development of anxiety related behaviours in vertebrates.

Mar 10th, 2021

Adaptive microelectronics reshape independently and detect environment for first time

Researchers demonstrated for the first time that adaptive microelectronics are able to position themselves in a controlled manner, manipulate biological tissue, and respond to their environment by analyzing sensor signals.

Mar 10th, 2021

Porous, ultralow-temperature supercapacitors could power Mars, polar missions

Researchers have 3D printed porous carbon aerogels for electrodes in ultralow-temperature supercapacitors, reducing heating needs for future space and polar missions.

Mar 10th, 2021

New model to determine photoluminescence quantum efficiency of perovskite films

Scientists have developed a model, by means of which photoluminescence quantum efficiency of perovskite films can be determined exactly for the first time.