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Topological defects could be key to future nano-electronics

A new article outlines emerging research into different types of 'defective' order, i.e. topological structures in materials, and their potential highly interesting applications in nanotechnology and nanoelectronics.

Feb 25th, 2019

Nanoparticle computing takes a giant step forward

Lipid nanotablet for modular and scalable molecular computing with nanoparticles.

Feb 25th, 2019

Liquid has structure, which may be key to understanding metallic glass

Researchers have found that liquid has structure in certain circumstances, and that this structure significantly influences the mysterious and complex formation of metallic glasses.

Feb 25th, 2019

A quantum magnet with a topological twist

Materials with a kagome lattice pattern exhibit 'negative magnetism' and long-sought 'flat-band' electrons.

Feb 23rd, 2019

Understanding high efficiency of deep ultraviolet LEDs

Steps that form during LED fabrication improve their efficiency by creating tiny paths of electric current.

Feb 22nd, 2019

Magnetization reversal achieved at room temperature using only an electric field

Scientists achieved magnetization reversal in cobalt-substituted bismuth ferrite by applying only an electric field. Such an effect had been sought after for over a decade in order to make new types of low-power-consumption magnetic memory devices.

Feb 22nd, 2019

A tip for future nanoscale sensing

The tiny diamond pyramid tips used for atomic force microscopy may also prove to be highly useful for nanoscale, quantum sensing.

Feb 22nd, 2019

Nanotechnology approach may lead to precision-based strategy for triple negative breast cancer

Researchers recently reported several important findings related to triple negative breast cancer and its future treatment.

Feb 21st, 2019

With nanopore sensing, physicists detect subtle changes in single particles

The researchers' findings open the door to observe all kinds of interesting phenomenon on nanosurfaces, an area of great interest to chemists.

Feb 21st, 2019

More flexible nanomaterials can make fuel cell cars cheaper

A new method of increasing the reactivity of ultrathin nanosheets, just a few atoms thick, can someday make fuel cells for hydrogen cars cheaper.

Feb 21st, 2019

Design principles for disease-sensing nanomaterials

The detailed findings in a new paper could lead to more precise, effective methods of treating and diagnosing a variety of diseases, including cancers.

Feb 21st, 2019

Gold nano-stars for intracellular delivery

Researchers have developed a new method for star-shaped nanoparticles synthesis based on laser irradiation. A wide range of customizable conditions provides an opportunity to create comfortable environment for various substances delivery to different types of cells.