Scientists have developed a soft artificial skin that provides haptic feedback and -- thanks to a sophisticated self-sensing mechanism -- has the potential to instantaneously adapt to a wearer's movements. Applications for the new technology range from medical rehabilitation to virtual reality.
Sep 27th, 2019
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Researchers discovered a new way to tie microscopic knots within a solution of liquid crystals. This type of material is found in a wide range of electronics from high-definition TVs to cellphone screens.
Sep 26th, 2019
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Researchers report that bovine serum albumin (BSA), a standard-issue protein in nano-bio lab experimentation, is prone to pushing gold nanorods into right-handed chiral assemblies - while producing chiral plasmonic signals to match.
Sep 26th, 2019
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Single atoms work great as catalysts, but they usually don't stay single for long. Scientists use high-temperature shock waves to keep them in their place.
Sep 26th, 2019
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An international research consortium has developed guidelines that should enable the safe development of nanoparticles for medical use.
Sep 26th, 2019
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A new way to achieve integrated photonics could have applications in imaging, sensing and quantum information processing, such as on-chip transformation optics, mathematical operations and spectrometers.
Sep 26th, 2019
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A study commissioned by the EU nanomaterials observatory has found that the current EU regulatory framework for characterising and identifying 'next generation' nanomaterials is able to address the majority of them and that no significant changes will be needed in the near future.
Sep 26th, 2019
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Scientists have invented a new way to monitor chemotherapy concentrations, which is more effective in keeping patients' treatments within the crucial therapeutic window.
Sep 25th, 2019
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Researchers integrate diamond-based sensing components onto a chip to enable low-cost, high-performance quantum hardware.
Sep 25th, 2019
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Design would enable thermophotovoltaic devices that convert waste heat to electricity.
Sep 25th, 2019
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New method fills a need in emerging applications for electronic devices.
Sep 25th, 2019
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Researchers have developed a unique new flexible and stretchable device, worn against the skin and capable of producing electrical energy by transforming the compounds present in sweat.
Sep 25th, 2019
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The 2D polymers consist of only a few single atomic layers and, due to their very special properties, are a promising material for use in electronic components and systems of a new generation.
Sep 25th, 2019
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Researchers have engineered genetically encoded protein crystals that can generate magnetic forces many times stronger than those already reported.
Sep 25th, 2019
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Scientists have designed extremely sensitive sensors for free oxygen-containing radicals that are able to disrupt cell function. These sensors are an alternative to traditional analytical chemical methods of analysis.
Sep 25th, 2019
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Researchers report an inexpensive and scalable route to hydrogen isotope compounds.
Sep 25th, 2019
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