Many molecules are so long that they can form knots, much like tying shoes. Whereas it is still disputed whether right- and left-handed people prefer to tie their knots in different directions, the knotting habits of molecules are now made much clearer.
Oct 4th, 2023
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Researchers have investigated the effects of graphene nanoparticle addition on the phase formation and superconducting properties of Bi-2223.
Oct 4th, 2023
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The Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2023 rewards the discovery and development of quantum dots, nanoparticles so tiny that their size determines their properties. These smallest components of nanotechnology now spread their light from televisions and LED lamps, and can also guide surgeons when they remove tumour tissue, among many other things.
Oct 4th, 2023
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A group of three researchers earned the 2023 Nobel Prize in physics for work that has revolutionized how scientists study the electron - by illuminating molecules with attosecond-long flashes of light. But how long is an attosecond, and what can these infinitesimally short pulses tell researchers about the nature of matter?
Oct 4th, 2023
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A new paper reviews the range of hybrid photonic integration structures.
Oct 4th, 2023
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Scientists have shown that treatment with graphene oxide leads to reduced levels of aggregated amyloid peptides in a yeast cell model.
Oct 4th, 2023
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A multi-institutional project is focused on developing an all-in-one semiconductor device that can both store data and perform computations.
Oct 3rd, 2023
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New research reveals the quantum-mechanical interplay between vibrations and particles of light, known as photons, in molecules.
Oct 3rd, 2023
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Researchers have developed a molecular-sized, more efficient version of a widely used electronic sensor, in a breakthrough that could bring widespread benefits.
Oct 3rd, 2023
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Driven by the need for better detector materials, scientists analyzed the performance of cesium bromide perovskite crystals. Perovskites have simple structures with highly tunable properties, making them suitable for a range of applications.
Oct 2nd, 2023
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The work emphasized the unique properties that nanoscale structures can exhibit compared to bulk materials.
Oct 2nd, 2023
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Twenty years ago, nanotechnology was the artificial intelligence of its time. The specific details of these technologies are, of course, a world apart. But the challenges of ensuring each technology's responsible and beneficial development are surprisingly alike.
Oct 2nd, 2023
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Researchers have created a new, sturdier membrane that can withstand harsh environments - high temperatures, high pressure and complex chemical solvents - associated with industrial separation processes.
Oct 2nd, 2023
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Researchers have reviewed the superconducting diode effect, a quantum effect enabling dissipationless supercurrent to flow in only one direction. The SDE provides new functionalities for superconducting circuits and future ultra-low energy superconducting/hybrid devices, with potential for quantum technologies in both classical and quantum computing.
Oct 2nd, 2023
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Researchers have invented a new super flexible, self-healing and highly conductive material suitable for stretchable electronic circuitry. This breakthrough could significantly improve the performance of wearable technologies, soft robotics, smart devices and more.
Oct 2nd, 2023
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Scientists have made significant strides in precision printing with an innovative optical vortex laser-based technique that allows for the precise placement of minuscule droplets with micrometer-scale accuracy.
Oct 2nd, 2023
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