A novel graphene device easily switches from a superconducting material that conducts electricity without losing any energy, to an insulator that resists the flow of electric current, and back again to a superconductor - all with a simple flip of a switch.
Jul 17th, 2019
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Scientists have devised a new process for using nanoparticles to build powerful lasers that are more efficient and safer for your eyes.
Jul 17th, 2019
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Researchers have given a foil 'paper doll' the ability to move and do sit-ups with a new material called polymer covalent organic frameworks (polyCOFs).
Jul 17th, 2019
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Carbon materials such as nanotubes, graphene, activated carbon and graphite are in high demand. Researchers set out to create more efficient forms of activated carbon by utilizing the superconducting magnets, thus increasing the volume of pores in the activated carbon by 35%.
Jul 17th, 2019
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Researchers use experimental Kelvin probe force spectroscopy to alter the charge states on single oxygen atoms and achieve reversible conversion of oxygen atoms to molecular oxygen.
Jul 17th, 2019
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Researchers have demonstrated with a new microscopy technique that perovskites are not ferroelectric, as was thought.
Jul 17th, 2019
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Mechanical engineers and materials scientists have developed a process that uses nanoparticles to strengthen the atomic structure of glass. The result is a product that's at least five times tougher than any glass currently available.
Jul 17th, 2019
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Here are some interesting books on nanotechnology topics that just got published.
Jul 17th, 2019
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Biomedical engineers have developed a process to build protective, synthetic plant cell walls around animal cells. The work could hold significant potential for a variety of medical and biomanufacturing applications for human health.
Jul 17th, 2019
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Researchers have created a new type of tiny 3D-printed robot that moves by harnessing vibration from piezoelectric actuators, ultrasound sources or even tiny speakers.
Jul 17th, 2019
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Engineers have mimicked the human brain with an electronic chip that uses light to create and modify memories.
Jul 16th, 2019
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Physicists have generated free electrons from organic semiconductors when combined with a single atomic layer of molybdenum disulfide, a recently discovered two-dimensional semiconductor.
Jul 16th, 2019
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Researchers develop shape memory nanocomposite fibers for untethered high-energy microengines.
Jul 16th, 2019
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Ultra-thin nanowires made from magnetite reveal insights into an intriguing property of this mineral.
Jul 16th, 2019
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Scientists have developed a tumor enzymatic microenvironment-activatable antibody nanoparticle for robust cancer immunotherapy.
Jul 16th, 2019
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The researchers believe their study may enable quantitative understanding and evaluation of hydrogen-induced damage in hydrogen-rich environments such as fusion reactor cores.
Jul 16th, 2019
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