Tenfold improvement in the sensitivity of electron holography reveals the net charge in a single platinum nanoparticle with a precision of just one electron, providing fundamental information for developing future catalysts.
Oct 13th, 2022
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A new study reveals a novel design of catalysts for the new generation of meta-gas batteries that can contribute to carbon neutral goals.
Oct 13th, 2022
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Chemical engineers have developed a machine-learning model that can accurately predict the heat capacity of the versatile metal-organic framework materials. The work shows that the overall energy costs of carbon-capture processes could be much lower than expected.
Oct 13th, 2022
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A series of buzzing, bee-like 'loop-currents' could explain a recently discovered, never-before-seen phenomenon in a type of quantum material. The findings may one day help engineers to develop new kinds of devices, such as quantum sensors or the quantum equivalent of computer memory storage devices.
Oct 13th, 2022
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Simple microparticles can beat rhythmically together, generating an oscillating electrical current that could be used to power microrobotic devices.
Oct 13th, 2022
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New technique could enable processing speeds a million to a billion times faster than today's computers and spur progress in many-body physics.
Oct 12th, 2022
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Scientists report the design of a dual-layer-structured PVDF nanofiber-supported thin-film composite forward osmosis (TCF FO) membrane. Their results revealed the behavior of foulants on the membrane surface and provide a theoretical basis for the research and development of high-water flux and anti-pollution TFC FO membranes in actual wastewater treatment.
Oct 12th, 2022
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Scientists are developing an optical measurement system enabling the inline quality control of these barrier layers.
Oct 12th, 2022
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In two new studies, the researchers demonstrate that graphene can greatly improve electrical circuits required for wearable and flexible electronics such as smart health patches, bendable smartphones, helmets, large folding display screens, and more.
Oct 12th, 2022
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Researchers create an ultrathin silicon membrane with arrays of nanopores to permit osmotic flow to generate electricity, which may provide a previously untapped source of renewable energy from the oceans.
Oct 12th, 2022
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For the first time, physicists have found a way to switch the topological state of a quantum material on and off.
Oct 12th, 2022
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Direct air capture is hard to do. Researchers are designing new nanomaterials that selectively catch carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.
Oct 11th, 2022
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Textile engineers have developed a fabric woven out of ultra-fine nano-threads made in part of phase-change materials and other advanced substances that combine to produce a fabric that can respond to changing temperatures to heat up and cool down its wearer depending on need.
Oct 11th, 2022
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Leave it to the Scots to develop a test that harnesses a unique property of cask-aged whisky to measure its maturity.
Oct 11th, 2022
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With a powerful X-ray beam technique, researchers explore what makes soft materials such as toothpaste and hair gel relax. The insights they've gained can aid in the design of new consumer products and nanotechnologies.
Oct 11th, 2022
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To gild sculptures in the late Middle Ages, artists often applied ultra-thin gold foil supported by a silver base layer. For the first time, scientists have managed to produce nanoscale 3D images of this material, known as Zwischgold.
Oct 10th, 2022
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