Harmful radioisotopes securely stored in nanocontainers
Researchers have discovered that microscopic 'bubbles' are safe and effective storage lockers for harmful isotopes that emit ionizing radiation for treating tumors.
Apr 2nd, 2014
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New low friction coating allows grease-free lubrication and corrosion protection
Researchers have developed a functional coating which lubricates without grease and protects against corrosion at the same time.
Apr 2nd, 2014
Read moreStrain can alter materials' properties
New field of 'strain engineering' could open up areas of materials research with many potential applications.
Apr 2nd, 2014
Read moreTiny crystals to boost solar
A new approach to studying solar panel absorber materials has been developed by researchers in France. The technique could accelerate the development of non-toxic and readily available alternatives to current absorbers in thin film based solar cells.
Apr 2nd, 2014
Read moreEuropium complexes emit red light at record efficiency
Researchers worldwide continue search for better luminescent materials for OLED manufacturing. Two new compounds with europium complexes display in their class record high luminescence efficiencies in red, and their properties enable faster, low cost manufacturing of thin OLED films.
Apr 2nd, 2014
Read moreMaking the most of carbon nanotube-liquid crystal combos
Physical response of combination materials made of nanotubes with ferroelectric liquid crystals could lead to new applications.
Apr 2nd, 2014
Read moreNew synthesis method of materials for organic thin-film solar cells developed
Researchers have developed a new synthesis method of materials for organic thin-film solar cells and succeeded in obtaining high-purity materials in a simple and easy manner.
Apr 2nd, 2014
Read moreBio-inspired experimental nanomaterials
A new study sets out to explore the potential of three categories of bio-inspired materials, namely, adhesives, anti-adhesives, and materials designed to offer exceptional characteristics - particularly in terms of their strength-to-weight ratio.
Apr 2nd, 2014
Read moreNano - Wie winzige Technik unser Leben ver�ndert
Mit seinem Buch lichtet der Physiker und Wissenschaftsjournalist Christian Meier den Nebel und zeichnet ein aktuelles und realistisches Bild �ber die Chancen und Gefahren der Nanotechnologien.
Apr 2nd, 2014
Read moreMore energy from biomass with the right (nano)catalyst
Fundamental research shows that the production of hydrogen, derived from for example biomass, can in principle be much more efficient.
Apr 2nd, 2014
Read moreDevelopment of high-performance dielectric devices by assembling nano blocks
Self-organization of oxide nanosheets through the solution process.
Apr 2nd, 2014
Read moreSimtech collaboration agreements to accelerate the growth and development of the microfluidics industry
The Singapore Institute of Manufacturing Technology (SIMTech) has inked three collaboration agreements that will play a part in speeding up the growth and development of the microfluidics industry.
Apr 2nd, 2014
Read moreGood vibrations: Using light-heated water to deliver drugs
Researchers use near-infrared light to warm water-infused polymeric nanoparticles.
Apr 1st, 2014
Read morePrinted Electronics Europe 2014 award winners
To recognize and award outstanding achievement to those involved in this rapidly growing business the annual Printed Electronics Awards are held each year. The annual awards were announced at the annual event this week in Berlin, Germany - Europe's leading event on the topic that brings together end users with suppliers.
Apr 1st, 2014
Read moreA convenient way to selectively prepare germanium sulfide nanostructures
Researchers have found a convenient way to selectively prepare germanium sulfide nanostructures, including nanosheets and nanowires, that are more active than their bulk counterparts and could open the way to lower cost and safer optoelectronics, solar energy conversion and faster computer circuitry.
Apr 1st, 2014
Read moreElectrical transmission at the atomic level
Scientists have developed a new approach to how signals might be transmitted at the atomic level. This could be especially important for realising logic structures with strictly defined functions on the basis of individual atoms, which in turn could find application in transistors or diodes.
Apr 1st, 2014
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