Researchers show that a previously unexploited green macroalgae species could be used to extract cellulose nanofibers, which can then be formed into paper sheets with tailored pore size that are utilized for point-of-use water treatment.
Aug 19th, 2019
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Physicists have successfully created the world's first 3D simulation of topological matter consisting of ultracold atoms.
Aug 19th, 2019
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Researchers have created a quantum spin wave for light. This can be a carrier of information for future nanotechnologies but with a unique twist: they only flow in one direction.
Aug 19th, 2019
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Chemists have created a new compound for flexible drug delivery that specifically targets prostate cancer cells. Incorporating four different molecules, the compound prevents tumour cells from multiplying, can be detected by medical imaging and has staying power in the bloodstream.
Aug 19th, 2019
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Engineers have developed experimental stickers that pick up physiological signals emanating from the skin, then wirelessly beam these health readings to a receiver clipped onto clothing. It's all part of a system called BodyNet.
Aug 17th, 2019
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Atomically thin heat shields could be up to 50,000 times thinner than current insulating materials in cell phones and laptops.
Aug 17th, 2019
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New easy-to-make sensors can provide real-time measurements of sweat rate and electrolytes and metabolites in perspiration.
Aug 17th, 2019
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Scientists have solved a four decade long challenge of producing very thin nylon films that can be used for instance in electronic memory components. The thin nylon films are several 100 times thinner than human hair and could thus be attractive for applications in bendable electronic devices or for electronics in clothing.
Aug 17th, 2019
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Researchers discovered a cellular process that allows nanomaterial entry into cells.
Aug 16th, 2019
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The PANBioRA is developing a modular system for a comprehensive risk assessment of biomaterials. The instrument will be able to compare different biomaterials and help doctors to choose the best suited material for a patient before implantation.
Aug 16th, 2019
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Researchers develop new technique with carbon nanoparticles to make photodynamic therapy safer, cheaper and more effective.
Aug 16th, 2019
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Standard optical microscopes can image cells and bacteria but not their nanoscale features which are blurred by a physical effect called diffraction. Now, researchers report a simple way to bypass diffraction limitations using standard optical imaging tools.
Aug 16th, 2019
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Study reveals key ingredients for the design of artificial cells to fight antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
Aug 16th, 2019
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Programmable device enables on-demand delivery of individual biomolecules with feedback-controlled gating for high-throughput analysis.
Aug 16th, 2019
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Scientists have created a synthetic nano-sized factory, based on natural ones found in bacteria. This research could someday lead to new medical, industrial or bioenergy applications.
Aug 15th, 2019
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Counterintuitive discovery is likely applicable to other 2D materials.
Aug 15th, 2019
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