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Highly adaptable optothermal nanotweezers leverage thermophoresis and thermo-osmosis to trap nanoparticles as small as 3.3 nm across materials without requiring surface modifications.
Jan 29th, 2024
Explore the intriguing world of zero-dimensional nanomaterials, from quantum confinement to future tech applications, in an easily digestible guide.
Jan 25th, 2024
Liquid crystal polymer networks enable light-controlled transfer, sensing and reactions of chemical messengers between layers of robotic skin, showcasing new possibilities for adaptive responses and multi-agent coordination.
Jan 24th, 2024
Novel electrostatic 'taxel' actuators that zip closed provide the force and displacement to dynamically create pressable buttons on touchscreens and other surfaces, restoring realistic tactile feedback.
Dec 18th, 2023
New microscopy techniques now enable direct imaging of atomic defects' electric field polarization, unlocking understanding of defect tuning mechanisms for enhanced electrocatalysis and beyond.
Dec 17th, 2023
Researchers demonstrate a technique to harness electrochemical energy released when the oxide layer on liquid metals reforms after being ruptured. This approach enables new kinds of soft, stretchable batteries and self-powered devices.
Nov 6th, 2023
Researchers create thermochromic fluorescent materials with unprecedented sensitivity to heat, allowing multi-level encryption of hidden information that is revealed at precise temperatures.
Sep 26th, 2023
Researchers have unveiled groundbreaking ultralight super-insulating ceramic fibre materials to feed the urgent industrial need for advanced insulation in harsh environments, which marks a significant step toward a more sustainable and energy-efficient future.
Sep 22nd, 2023