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Open-air synthesis yields atom-precise iridium catalyst
A simple air-based method produces stable 15-atom iridium nanoclusters that outperform commercial catalysts for green hydrogen production.
Today, 14:25 UTC
Collision in space is not evidence of dark matter after all?
New data suggest the Bullet Cluster's lensing may be explained with fewer or no dark matter assumptions, reviving an alternative gravity model.
Today, 14:13 UTC
Molecular simulations reveal why nanodrops spread
Simulations reveal why water nanodrops spread on surfaces: molecular structure at the contact line flips line tension, reshaping nanoscale wetting.
Today, 14:05 UTC
AI system monitors 2D semiconductor manufacturing at the atomic layer
Researchers combined low-temperature plasma processing with machine learning to synthesize and etch 6-inch MoS2 and WS2 wafers and predict film thickness in real time.
Today, 08:45 UTC
Study reveals the first galactic population of gamma-ray emitting protostars
Study identifies forming stars whose jets accelerate protons and emit gamma rays, revealing a new cosmic-ray source and deeper view of star formation.
Today, 08:36 UTC
Intelligent, but not conscious: a warning about AI chatbots
As artificial-intelligence systems become more powerful and increasingly used for advice, comfort and psychological support, three neuroscientists sound the alarm.
Today, 08:19 UTC
Paint it blacker: Carbon nanotube coating could make cars ultra-black
A new ultra-black automotive coating absorbs 99.9% of visible light, creating a deeper black finish that could be used on future luxury cars.
June 18, 2026
Real-time microscopy reveals how semiconductor nanowires grow, and how bismuth seeds can speed their formation
Scientists captured tellurium nanowire growth in liquid in real time, showing seed formation, material competition and bismuth-assisted deposition.
June 18, 2026
New nanotube membranes reveal unusually fast lithium-ion transport
Boron nitride nanotube membranes rapidly and selectively transport lithium ions, boosting prospects for clean energy, lithium recovery and molecular separation.
June 18, 2026
Nano-kirigami creates programmable optical pixels from folding gold
Nano-kirigami turns patterned gold films into folding optical pixels, pointing toward dense programmable arrays.
June 18, 2026
3D-printed glowing ceramics could shrink future photonic devices
Laser 3D printing turns YAG:Ce ceramics into precise, light-emitting microstructures for compact sensors, LEDs, optical circuits and radiation detectors.
June 18, 2026
Across the universe, young stellar activity drives galactic evolution
Newborn star clusters are a deciding factor in shaping interstellar medium, study finds.
June 18, 2026
How does light turn into motion within a metal?
Scientists have shown that ultrashort optical laser pulses can trigger extremely rapid lattice vibrations in periodically layered metal structures - not primarily by heating the atomic lattice, but through the pressure exerted by hot electrons.
June 18, 2026
Drug-free nanoparticles slow aggressive breast cancer in preclinical study
Researchers developed an original technology for treating cancer using nanoparticles that carry no drugs at all, and demonstrated its effectiveness against particularly dangerous and stubborn tumors.
June 18, 2026
AI speed up the use of optical tweezers
By teaching an AI to use optical tweezers, researchers have sped up the analysis of life’s smallest components. The AI platform captures particles, takes measurements and loads new samples, all without human intervention.
June 18, 2026
Light switch makes cancer vulnerable to attack
Researchers have developed a molecular switch that is controlled by light. It wakes lung cancer cells up from a protective dormant state so that they are more accessible for treatment.
June 18, 2026
How an oddball 'hot Jupiter' shows us new possibilities for planets beyond our solar system
The planet CoRoT-2 b has puzzled astronomers for nearly a decade, but new data may have solved its mystery.
June 18, 2026
Making DNA on a semiconductor chip
Researchers set a new benchmark for enzymatic DNA synthesis by writing 64 distinct sequences in parallel on a semiconductor chip.
June 18, 2026
MOFs advance cleaner carbon capture, methane storage and hydrogen use
A comprehensive review assesses metal-organic frameworks for simultaneous carbon capture, methane utilization, and hydrogen storage.
June 17, 2026
New quantum experiment overcomes major obstacle in search for dark matter and gravitational waves
Pairing atom-based sensors cancels overwhelming laser noise, revealing faint signals that future detectors could use to probe hidden cosmic phenomena.
June 17, 2026
Fully implanted miniature radio controller boosts cyborg insect mobility in challenging terrains
Tiny onboard electronics guide insect movement without hindering agility, pointing to potential use in search-and-rescue work after disasters.
June 17, 2026