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Tunable laser light from a single chip

A new ring-based tunable laser on a chip emits multiple wavelengths smoothly, offering a compact, cost-effective alternative for sensing, diagnostics, and more.

July 10, 2025 Read more

Making excitons on demand in single molecules

Excitons have been created by injecting an electron into a molecule, and then removing another one, in rapid succession.

July 10, 2025 Read more

Twisted atomic layers reveal new path to engineer quantum material properties

Researchers show that twisting stacked atomic layers can unlock new quantum properties, offering a fresh strategy to engineer advanced quantum materials.

July 10, 2025 Read more

Graphene-based paste offers sustainable way to restore coral reefs without metal frames

A biodegradable graphene-based paste enables secure coral attachment and mineral growth stimulation without using metal frames or toxic adhesives.

July 9, 2025 Read more

Teaching lasers to self-correct in high-precision patterned laser sub-micron grooving

A new laser machining method that dynamically adapts its beam shape is proposed to fabricate microgrooves with complex, highly precise cross-sections - some with a root mean square error decreased to less than 0.5 micron.

July 9, 2025 Read more

First look at defects in single-crystal indium gallium zinc oxide could fix persistent display instability

Insights into atomic-scale defects may enable next-generation thin-film transistors for smartphones, televisions, and flexible electronics.

July 9, 2025 Read more

Pairing nanocatalysts and food waste to reduce carbon emissions in aviation

Researchers demonstrate a low-cost, scalable and reusable catalyst to produce an alternative to traditional jet fuel, demonstrating the first production of sustainable aviation fuel from food waste-derived biocrude using non-noble metal carbide catalysts.

July 9, 2025 Read more

Novel nanostructures in blue sharks reveal their remarkable potential for dynamic colour-change

New research into the anatomy of blue sharks reveals a unique nanostructure in their skin that produces their iconic blue colouration, but intriguingly, also suggests a potential capacity for colour change.

July 9, 2025 Read more

Need a new 3D material? Build it with DNA

A new approach breaks down complicated designs into modular building blocks for easy assembly from the bottom up.

July 9, 2025 Read more

Scientists find new way to control electricity at tiniest scale

Scientists have uncovered how to manipulate electrical flow through crystalline silicon, a material at the heart of modern technology. The discovery could lead to smaller, faster, and more efficient devices by harnessing quantum electron behavior.

July 8, 2025 Read more

Enhancing antibody therapies with polyphenol-conjugated nanocarriers for breast cancer

Researchers create nanomachines using metal and polyphenols, which enhance targeted intracellular delivery of antibodies for cancer therapy.

July 8, 2025 Read more

Microfluidic process improves flexible supercapacitor fiber performance

Researchers develop a porous nickel-modified graphene fiber that enhances energy density, conductivity, and durability in flexible supercapacitor devices.

July 8, 2025 Read more

Boron nitride nanotubes power precise knee motion tracking in wearable device

A new wearable uses boron nitride nanotubes and AI to monitor knee torque in real time, offering accurate, low-cost joint health tracking in daily environments.

July 7, 2025 Read more

Advanced aerogel composite developed for extreme environments

Researchers developed advanced aerogel composites that combine high-temperature insulation with mechanical load-bearing capabilities, while also achieving controllable fabrication of large-size samples.

July 7, 2025 Read more

A new method for growing uniform trilayer graphene at industrial scale

Researchers developed a copper-based growth process that produces large-area trilayer graphene films with uniform thickness and improved mechanical strength.

July 6, 2025 Read more

AI-created materials could make your energy bill cheaper

New materials developed using machine learning and artificial intelligence could, among other things, keep your house cooler and reduce energy bills.

July 4, 2025 Read more