Nanoscale measurements 100x more precise, thanks to improved two-photon technique
The precision of measuring nanoscopic structures could be substantially improved, thanks to research into optical sensing.
May 4th, 2018
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Engineered polymer membranes could be new option for water treatment
Chemical and biomolecular engineers studied self-assembled block polymer membranes, which allow for both customizable and uniform pore sizes, as a platform for water treatment systems.
May 4th, 2018
Read moreMaking new layered superconductors using high entropy alloys
Promising strategy for creating state-of-the-art layered superconductors.
May 4th, 2018
Read moreA designer's toolkit for constructing complex nanoparticles
A team of chemists has developed a designer's toolkit that lets them build various levels of complexity into nanoparticles using a simple, mix-and-match process.
May 3rd, 2018
Read moreAtomically thin magnetic device could lead to new memory technologies
Researchers have encoded information using magnets that are just a few layers of atoms in thickness. This breakthrough may revolutionize both cloud computing technologies and consumer electronics by enabling data storage at a greater density and improved energy efficiency.
May 3rd, 2018
Read moreMining for nanogold with a computer
Engineers report important new insights into nanoporous gold--a material with growing applications in several areas, including energy storage and biomedical devices--all without stepping into a lab.
May 3rd, 2018
Read moreHarvesting clean hydrogen fuel through artificial photosynthesis
A new, stable artificial photosynthesis device doubles the efficiency of harnessing sunlight to break apart both fresh and salt water, generating hydrogen that can then be used in fuel cells.
May 3rd, 2018
Read morePicking one photon out of the flow
Researchers have discovered a way to subtract a single quantum of light from a laser beam.
May 3rd, 2018
Read moreMorphing twisted nanoscale objects to tailor applications in future technologies
For the first time scientists have created a way to model the interaction between light and twisted molecules, as these molecules transition from left- to right-handed versions.
May 3rd, 2018
Read moreLong-distance relationships of particles: Electron-hole pairs in two-dimensional crystals
Scientists reveal the nature of optical excitations in two-dimensional crystals within an international collaboration.
May 3rd, 2018
Read moreCell membrane inspires new ultrathin electronic film
Researchers have developed a new method to build large areas of semiconductive material that is just two molecules thick and a total of 4.4 nanometers tall. The films function as thin film transistors, and have potential future applications in flexible electronics or chemical detectors.
May 3rd, 2018
Read moreChemists develop MRI-like technique to detect what ails batteries
A team of chemists has developed an MRI-based technique that can quickly diagnose what ails certain types of batteries--from determining how much charge remains to detecting internal defects--without opening them up.
May 3rd, 2018
Read moreCustom silicon microparticles dynamically reconfigure on demand
First demonstration of self-assembling and self-disassembling silicon microparticles could form the basis for designing artificial muscles and reconfigurable computer systems.
May 3rd, 2018
Read moreControlling the crystal structure of gallium oxide
Precise control of the atomic structure of gallium-oxide layers improves the development of high-power electronic devices.
May 3rd, 2018
Read moreUltrafast atomic snapshots reveal energy flow in superconductor
Scientists have measured the intricate interactions between atomic nuclei and electrons that are key to understanding intriguing materials properties, such as high-temperature superconductivity.
May 3rd, 2018
Read moreLining MOF pockets to detect noxious gases
Custom-made gas-sensing material could lead to inexpensive devices for real-time air quality analysis.
May 3rd, 2018
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