Breakthrough allows researchers to watch molecules 'wiggle'
A new crystallographic technique is set to transform scientists' ability to observe how molecules work.
Oct 5th, 2014
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Novel microscope makes slow-motion movies of tiny nanostructures
Physicists have developed a novel microscope that allows them to record slow-motion movies of tiny nanostructures with groundbreaking time resolution - faster even than a single oscillation cycle of light. With their new microscope they have directly imaged the super-fast motion of electrons.
Oct 5th, 2014
Read moreBreakthrough technique offers prospect of silicon detectors for telecommunications
Scientists have demonstrated a breakthrough technique that offers the first possibility of silicon detectors for telecommunications.
Oct 3rd, 2014
Read moreContinuous fabrication platform for highly aligned polymer films
Researchers have demonstrated a novel automated fabrication process consisting of a three-step sol-gel extrusion, structure freezing and drying, and mechanical drawing process which results in production of highly aligned polymer films.
Oct 3rd, 2014
Read moreCoating nanotubes with aluminum oxide lowers risk of lung injury
A new study finds that coating multiwalled carbon nanotubes with aluminum oxide reduces the risk of lung scarring, or pulmonary fibrosis, in mice.
Oct 3rd, 2014
Read moreFullerene spheres - nanobearings on the test bench (w/video)
Fullerenes seemed to many an excellent candidate for nano-bearings. Unfortunately, the results so far have been conflicting, calling for further studies. Through a series of computer simulations, scientists uncovered the reason for the experimental discrepancies and shed light on the true potential of this material.
Oct 3rd, 2014
Read moreA solar cell that stores its own power
Is it a solar cell? Or a rechargeable battery? Actually, this patent-pending device is both: the world's first solar battery.
Oct 3rd, 2014
Read moreCrumpled graphene could provide an unconventional energy storage
Two-dimensional carbon 'paper' can form stretchable supercapacitors to power flexible electronic devices.
Oct 3rd, 2014
Read moreFast, cheap nanomanufacturing
Arrays of tiny conical tips that eject ionized materials could fabricate nanoscale devices cheaply.
Oct 3rd, 2014
Read moreNanotechnology research partnership between NIOSH and CNSE
NIOSH and CNSE will work together to advance research and guidance for occupational safety and health in the nanoelectronics industry and other settings where workers are potentially exposed to engineered nanomaterials.
Oct 2nd, 2014
Read moreQuantum environmentalism
Researchers demonstrate a new type of qubit control, one that actually makes productive use of a qubit's proximity to its surroundings.
Oct 2nd, 2014
Read moreA new approach to on-chip quantum computing
An international team of researchers is introducing a new method to achieve a different type of photon pair source that fits into the tiny space of a computer chip.
Oct 2nd, 2014
Read moreSimultaneous imaging of ferromagnetic and ferroelectric domains
Researchers have discovered a new way to simultaneously image both the ferromagnetic and the ferroelectric domain structures of multilayer devices in which a ferromagnetic film is grown on a ferroelectric substrate. These structures have attracted significant recent interest due to their ability to efficiently use voltage to change the magnetization in low-energy magnetic devices.
Oct 2nd, 2014
Read moreCreating nanostructures using simple stamps
Nanostructures of virtually any possible shape can now be made using a combination of techniques. Especially the unique properties of so-called perovskites can be exploited further: their crystal structure is not influenced by the process.
Oct 2nd, 2014
Read moreMagnetic nanoparticles make attractive partners in purification processes
Researchers have piloted a novel purification process to dramatically cut the cost of extracting specific biological molecules from complex mixtures - a boost to the competitiveness of Europe's pharmaceutical, food and animal feed industries.
Oct 2nd, 2014
Read morePrototype electrical motor uses carbon nanotube yarn in the motor windings (w/video)
Engineers have constructed the world's first electrical motor applying a textile material; carbon nanotube yarn. The presently most electrically conductive carbon nanotube yarn replaces usual copper wires in the windings.
Oct 2nd, 2014
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