Atomic vacancy as quantum bit
Phycsicists for the first time have experimentally observed spin centers in two-dimensional materials. Such centers can act as quantum bits - even at room temperature.
Mar 2nd, 2020
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Ultrafast probing reveals intricate dynamics of quantum coherence
Ultrafast, multidimensional spectroscopy unlocks macroscopic-scale effects of quantum electronic correlations. Researchers found that low-energy and high energy states are correlated in a layered, superconducting material LSCO (lanthanum, strontium, copper, oxygen).
Mar 2nd, 2020
Read moreA new template for nonspherical viral nanocage
In nature, viruses use nanocages to protect their genome. Some of these viruses can be disassembled into protein units to remove their genome. These protein units can then be reassembled into nanocages by other templates, the so-called virus-like particles.
Feb 28th, 2020
Read moreStress-relief substrate helps OLED stretch two-dimensionally
Researchers have created stretchable OLEDs (Organic Light-Emitting Diodes) that are compliant and maintain their performance under high-strain deformation. Their stress-relief substrates have a unique structure and utilize pillar arrays to reduce the stress on the active areas of devices when strain is applied.
Feb 28th, 2020
Read moreNew study explains why superconductivity takes place in graphene
Theoretical physicists take important step in development of high temperature superconductors.
Feb 28th, 2020
Read moreA nanoconcrete for casting under negative temperature conditions
Engineers have developed concrete mixture with nano additives for monolithic construction up to ten stories high. The concrete casting is possible within a very humid climate and negative temperature down to minus 5-degree centigrade.
Feb 28th, 2020
Read moreFreestanding microwire arrays for transparent solar cells with flexibility
The new solar cell takes a structure in which cylindrical silicon rods are embedded in a flexible and transparent polymer material. As the visible lights passes between polymer materials without silicon rods, it appears entirely transparent to the human eye.
Feb 28th, 2020
Read moreNew state-of-the-MOF materials
Converting crystalline metal-organic frameworks into glass or liquid could give them unique properties and lead to the design of new materials.
Feb 28th, 2020
Read moreOil separation made easier with 2D material membrane
Researchers have made a leap forward in overcoming one of the biggest problems in membrane technology - membrane fouling.
Feb 27th, 2020
Read moreAssessing the risks associated with nanoparticles in medical applications
Researchers have conducted an environmental hazard assessment for a class of substances used in drug delivery.
Feb 27th, 2020
Read moreTying up molecules as easily as you tie up your laces
Researchers have developed a simple and effective technique for tying knots in molecules, and have for the first time observed the changes in properties that result from these interlockings. The results open up new perspectives for designing materials and transferring information molecularly.
Feb 27th, 2020
Read moreNanoelectronics enables brain neurons and artificial neurons to communicate with each other
This study has for the first time shown how three key emerging technologies can work together: brain-computer interfaces, artificial neural networks and advanced memory technologies (also known as memristors).
Feb 26th, 2020
Read moreNanoscale precipitates make big difference in mitigating strength-ductility tradeoff
Researchers have found that nanoscale precipitates provide a unique sustainable dislocation source at sufficiently high stress.
Feb 26th, 2020
Read moreNew technique to create nanomaterials may help detect cancer earlier
For the first time, a team of scientists has created functional nanomaterials with hollow interiors that can be used to create highly sensitive biosensors for early cancer detection.
Feb 26th, 2020
Read moreLight-shrinking device enables detection of ultra-tiny substances
Engineers have created light-based technology that can detect biological substances with a molecular mass more than two orders of magnitude smaller than previously possible. The advance was made possible by building a device that shrinks light while exploiting mathematical singularities known as exceptional points.
Feb 26th, 2020
Read moreResearchers discover new way to control the phase of light using 2D materials
Researchers use atomically thin materials to manipulate the phase of light without changing its amplitude, at extremely low power loss; could enable applications such as LIDAR, phased arrays, optical switching, and quantum and optical neural networks.
Feb 26th, 2020
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