New nondestructive technique for analyzing single-atom-thick materials
New method uses van der Waals forces for nondestructive, atomic-scale analysis of 2D materials, preserving sample integrity.
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Metal-organic framework coatings enable simple, reusable water contaminant testing
Coating glass vials with metal-organic frameworks enables simple, rapid, reusable and highly sensitive detection of water contaminants, outperforming current methods.
Paintable 'second skin' gel for wearable bioelectronic sensors
Researchers have developed an on-skin paintable waterproof biohydrogel for wearable bioelectronics, enabling high-fidelity monitoring of bioelectrical signals like ECG.
Flexible pseudocapacitor operates in extreme temperatures, stores high energy
New flexible pseudocapacitor with novel electrolyte and vanadium oxide electrodes maintains high energy density and stability from -40C to 60C.
4D Printed robot dances and crawls via temperature shifts (w/video)
Researchers have created a 4D printed soft robot that can crawl and dance using only changes in temperature, offering potential advancements in sustainable, autonomous robotics.
Pharmaceuticals from the inkjet printer
Inkjet printing emerges as a transformative technology for personalized medicine and drug delivery, offering a highly precise and flexible approach to drug formulation and delivery.
Fully printed wearable biosensor tracks glucose, alcohol, pH and temperature in sweat
This advanced wearable biosensor leverages innovative printing technology to enable continuous, non-invasive monitoring of glucose, alcohol, pH, and temperature through sweat.
Bioinspired MXene-cellulose nanofiber actuator design mimics plant movement
Breakthrough in soft robotics: MXene-cellulose nanofiber actuators mimic plant movements, integrating sensing and actuation in one material.