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Unexpected quantum echo discovered in superconductors

This discovery provides insight into quantum behaviors that could be used for next-generation quantum sensing and computing technologies.

July 17, 2025 Read more

Bubble-like blisters in 2D materials reveal nanoscale stress and adhesion

Researchers show how blister shapes in atomically thin materials like graphene can be used to map pressure, membrane tension, and surface adhesion.

July 16, 2025 Read more

Gecko-inspired dry adhesive adapts to angled surfaces with nanotech design

Researchers develop a nanostructured dry adhesive with a rotating core that grips strongly on misaligned surfaces, improving robotic and precision handling tasks.

July 16, 2025 Read more

Light reveals secrets encoded in chiral metasurfaces

By leveraging the concept of chirality, or the difference of a shape from its mirror image, scientists have engineered an optical metasurface that controls light to yield a simple and versatile technique for secure encryption, sensing, and computing.

July 16, 2025 Read more

AI and light-powered nanothermometer maps heat inside living tissue

Researchers have developed an AI-driven nanothermometer that uses invisible light to create 3D temperature maps inside living tissue, enabling safer, noninvasive diagnostics.

July 16, 2025 Read more

Twisting 2D materials boosts toughness without losing strength

Researchers discovered that twisting 2D materials improves toughness while preserving strength, paving the way for durable electronics and smart devices.

July 15, 2025 Read more

Simple drying transforms slippery hydrogels into powerful adhesives

Researchers find that drying hydrogels briefly turns them into strong, reversible adhesives, opening new uses in robotics and material handling.

July 15, 2025 Read more

AI model reveals hidden patterns in nanoparticle motion

A new AI tool trained on real microscopy data simulates nanoparticle movement with high accuracy, helping scientists decode atomic-scale behavior in complex environments.

July 15, 2025 Read more

Novel approach reduces alloy microstructure prediction from years to minutes

Researchers develop a novel method to predict alloy microstructures with unprecedented speed and accuracy.

July 15, 2025 Read more

Realizing on-site carbon nanotube photo-thermoelectric imaging

Chemically enriched photo-thermoelectric imagers built from semiconducting carbon nanotube films show improved signal response and reduced noise, enabling more efficient remote and on-site inspections.

July 15, 2025 Read more

Skin-like sensor monitors internal, external body movement, electrical signals

A new skin-like sensor could help doctors monitor vital signs more accurately, track healing after surgery and even help patients with bladder control issues.

July 14, 2025 Read more

Glucose-sensitive nanovaccine combines gene editing and immune activation for cancer treatment

A glucose-sensitive nanovaccine delivers CRISPR to tumors, silences immune-suppressing genes, and activates a targeted immune response against cancer.

July 14, 2025 Read more

Researchers unveil game-changing light-fueled shape-shifting and shape-fixing smart materials

These novel materials can change, fix, and retain their shape reversibly by using magnetic fields and ultraviolet light.

July 14, 2025 Read more

A novel copper nanocluster for efficient and selective CO2 conversion

In a significant step towards a carbon-neutral future, researchers developed an atomically precise copper nanocluster that demonstrates high stability and exceptional selectivity in electrochemical carbon dioxide reduction reactions.

July 14, 2025 Read more

Optical chip moves AI training data at 1,000 gigabits per second using almost no power

A hair-thin optical chip transmits AI training data at 1,000 Gbps using just 4 joules of energy, offering a compact, efficient alternative to power-hungry systems.

July 11, 2025 Read more

Carbon nanotubes struggle to transfer heat efficiently in nanoelectronic devices

Experiments show that carbon nanotubes transfer heat inefficiently at small scales, raising concerns for cooling and performance in nanoelectronic devices.

July 11, 2025 Read more