Behind the dogmas of good old hydrodynamics
A new theory gives new insights into the transport of liquid flowing along the surface under applied electric field.
Mar 26th, 2015
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Surface-modified nanoparticles endow coatings with combined properties
Nanoparticles are specifically adapted to the particular application by Small Molecule Surface Modification (SMSM). Thereby surfaces of workpieces or mouldings are expected to exhibit several different functions at one and the same time.
Mar 26th, 2015
Read moreNanocarbon enhanced plastic could spur green energy applications, artificial muscles
A plastic used in filters and tubing has an unusual trait: It can produce electricity when pulled or pressed. This ability has been used in small ways, but now researchers are coaxing fibers of the material to make even more electricity for a wider range of applications from green energy to 'artificial muscles'.
Mar 26th, 2015
Read moreEngineers create nanomaterials tougher than bulletproof vests
Researchers have created new structures that exploit the electromechanical properties of specific nanofibers to stretch to up to seven times their length, while remaining tougher than Kevlar.
Mar 26th, 2015
Read moreThe first observation of the effect of electron spin of molecular oxygen on the surface oxidation reaction
Scientists presented the first spin-controlled oxygen adsorption experiment indicating that the rate of surface oxidation is strongly affected by the electron spin of oxygen.
Mar 26th, 2015
Read moreSimple method of binding pollutants in water with nanoadsorbers
New types of membrane adsorbers remove unwanted particles from water and also, at the same time, dissolved substances such as the hormonally active bis-phenol A or toxic lead. To do this, researchers imbed selective adsorber particles in filtration membranes.
Mar 26th, 2015
Read moreGold nanoparticles size up to cancer treatment
Incorporating gold nanoparticles helps optimise treatment carrier size and stability to improve delivery of cancer treatment to cells.
Mar 26th, 2015
Read moreResearchers use nanoparticles to selectively target tumor cells in two cancer models
Nanoscientists study xenograft models of breast cancer and ovarian cancer.
Mar 25th, 2015
Read moreRare-earth innovation to improve nylon manufacturing with nanoparticles
Scientists have created a new chemical process that makes use of the widely available rare-earth metal cerium to improve the manufacture of nylon.
Mar 25th, 2015
Read moreDesalination with nanoporous graphene membrane
Researchers have demonstrated an energy-efficient desalination technology that uses a porous membrane made of strong, slim graphene.
Mar 25th, 2015
Read moreThousands of atoms entangled with a single photon
Result could make atomic clocks more accurate.
Mar 25th, 2015
Read moreSnowflakes become square with a little help from graphene
The breakthrough findings allow better understanding of the counterintuitive behaviour of water at the molecular scale and are important for development of more efficient technologies including filtration, desalination and distillation.
Mar 25th, 2015
Read moreUsing viruses to help water blow off steam (w/video)
Researchers are using viral-biotemplating to make nanostructure coatings for studying their ability to enhance water boiling efficiency.
Mar 25th, 2015
Read moreFuel cells in the spotlight
In-situ, dynamic X-ray absorption fine structure (XAFS) spectroscopy to demystify the behavior of catalysts in fuel cells.
Mar 25th, 2015
Read moreCarbon nanotube fibers make superior links to brain
Carbon nanotube fibers may provide the best way to communicate directly with the brain. The fibers have proven superior to metal electrodes for deep brain stimulation and to read signals from a neuronal network. Because they provide a two-way connection, they show promise for treating patients with neurological disorders while monitoring the real-time response of neural circuits in areas that control movement, mood and bodily functions.
Mar 25th, 2015
Read moreEPA proposes reporting and record keeping requirements on nanomaterials
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing one-time reporting and recordkeeping requirements on nanoscale chemical substances in the marketplace.
Mar 25th, 2015
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