The spin state story: Observation of the quantum spin liquid state in novel material
New insight into the spin behavior in an exotic state of matter puts us closer to next-generation spintronic devices.
Jul 10th, 2020
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A new nanoconjugate blocks acute myeloid leukemia tumor cells without harming healthy ones
The nanoparticle targets only leukemic cells and therefore would reduce the severe adverse effects of current treatments. The receptor for this nanoparticle is expressed in 20 types of cancer and associated with a poor prognosis, so this drug could open a new therapeutic pathway for other tumors.
Jul 9th, 2020
Read more'Magnetic nano knife' inhibits tumor growth under rotating magnetic field
Researchers report their success of synthesizing urchin-like nickel nanoparticles by magneto-solvothermal method. Rotated by a magnetic field, the nanoparticles' mechanical force can destroy tumor cells and achieve the same effect as a scalpel.
Jul 9th, 2020
Read moreMethod makes plastic transparent and conductive
In an effort to improve large touchscreens, LED light panels and window-mounted infrared solar cells, researchers have made plastic conductive while also making it more transparent.
Jul 9th, 2020
Read moreA novel active photonic wireless system to power medical implants
Researchers have developed a unique photonic device that reduces the need for re-implants, paving the way for a breakthrough in medical implant technology.
Jul 9th, 2020
Read moreNovel 'dual-resonant method' in 2D materials can spur advances in the field of photonics
Scientists explain a new process that maximizes photon conversion in 2D materials, which could innovate photonic-based applications.
Jul 9th, 2020
Read moreScientists dive deep into hidden world of quantum states
New technique could lead to new microprocessors that defy Moore's Law.
Jul 8th, 2020
Read moreFluorescent peptide nanoparticles, in every color of the rainbow
Researchers have designed peptide nanoparticles that can each glow in a variety of colors, opening the door for many new biomedical applications.
Jul 8th, 2020
Read morePorous graphene ribbons doped with nitrogen for electronics and quantum computing
Scientists have succeeded in producing the first graphene ribbons whose crystal lattice contains both periodic pores and a regular pattern of nitrogen atoms. The structure of this new material resembles a ladder, with each rung containing two atoms of nitrogen.
Jul 8th, 2020
Read morePurifying water with the help of nanomaterials, bacteria and the sun
Researchers have developed a wood-based steam generator that, with the help of bacterial-produced nanomaterials, harnesses solar energy to purify water.
Jul 8th, 2020
Read moreDetecting hidden nanostructures by converting light into sound
Researchers have found a way to detect nanostructures buried under many layers of opaque material, using very high frequency sound waves induced by light. Their findings are promising in view of applications in the semiconductor manufacturing industry, such as wafer alignment.
Jul 8th, 2020
Read moreGraphene: It is all about the toppings
For many applications in electronics and energy technology, graphene must be combined with other materials: Since graphene is so thin, its properties drastically change when other materials are brought into direct contact with it.
Jul 8th, 2020
Read moreOld X-rays, new vision: A nano-focused X-ray laser
Researchers enhance the accuracy of X-ray free-electron laser measurements closer to the diameter of typical atoms than previously possible.
Jul 8th, 2020
Read moreContest between superconductivity and insulating states in Magic Angle Graphene
Researchers develop a set of entirely novel knobs to control correlated electrons and demonstrate that superconductivity can exist without insulating phases in Magic Angle Twisted Bi-layer Graphene.
Jul 7th, 2020
Read moreAtomic 'Swiss Army Knife' precisely measures materials for quantum computers
Scientists have developed a novel instrument that can make three kinds of atom-scale measurements simultaneously: It images single atoms. It maps atomic-scale hills and valleys on metal and insulating surfaces. And it records the flow of current across atom-thin materials subject to giant magnetic fields.
Jul 7th, 2020
Read moreLimitations of super-resolution microscopy overcome
The smallest cell structures can now be imaged even better: The combination of two microscopy methods makes fluorescence imaging with molecular resolution possible for the first time.
Jul 7th, 2020
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