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Light swirls provide insights into the quantum world

A new method uses swirls of light to enable researchers to observe previously invisible quantum states of electrons. It promises to deliver new insights into electron motion, which is crucial in understanding material properties such as electrical conductivity, magnetism and molecular structures.

Aug 11th, 2020

A wound dressing that kills bacteria

In order to combat bacterial wound infections, researchers have developed cellulose membranes equipped with antimicrobial peptides. Initial results show: The skin-friendly membranes made of plant-based materials kill bacteria very efficiently.

Aug 11th, 2020

Deep learning and metamaterials make the invisible visible

By combining purpose-built materials and neural networks, researchers have shown that sound can be used in high-resolution imagery.

Aug 11th, 2020

Some of the fastest light pulses ever take on solid materials

Scientists use attosecond laser pulses to probe the shortest-lived processes in nature in solid materials instead of gases.

Aug 11th, 2020

How to greatly increase the delivery of cancer-fighting nanoparticles into a tumour

Researchers have discovered a dose threshold that provides a potentially universal method for gauging nanoparticle dosage and could help advance a new generation of cancer therapy, imaging and diagnostics.

Aug 11th, 2020

Using a metal-organic framework to desalinate water with sunlight

Researchers have been able to transform brackish water and seawater into safe, clean drinking water in less than 30 minutes using metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and sunlight. They were able to generate 139.5L of clean water per kilogram of MOF per day.

Aug 10th, 2020

Breaking molecular traffic jams with finned nanoporous materials

New porous catalyst with ultra-small fins facilitates molecular transport.

Aug 10th, 2020

Double layer of 2D materials unlocks crucial properties

By layering different two-dimensional materials, physicists have created a novel structure with the ability to absorb almost all light of a selected wavelength.

Aug 10th, 2020

Nanocatalysts remotely control chemical reactions inside living cells

Researchers developed a remote magnetic-sensitive artificial catalyst, which shows high catalytic efficiency within living cells.

Aug 10th, 2020

Discovery of 'massless' electrons in phase-change materials provides next step for future electronics

Researchers have found electrons that behave as if they have no mass, called Dirac electrons, in a compound used in rewritable discs, such as CDs and DVDs. The discovery of 'massless' electrons in this phase-change material could lead to faster electronic devices.