Looking at graphene and other 2D crystals in energy conversion and storage
Scientists working with Europe's Graphene Flagship provide a wide-ranging review of the potential for 2D crystals in energy conversion and storage.
Feb 3rd, 2015
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Engineers use disorder to control light on a nanoscale
A breakthrough could lead to the more precise transfer of information in computer chips, as well as new types of optical materials for light emission and lasers.
Feb 2nd, 2015
Read moreWinding borders may enhance graphene
Far from being a defect, a winding thread of odd rings at the border of two sheets of graphene has qualities that may prove valuable to manufacturers.
Feb 2nd, 2015
Read moreWorms lead way to test nanoparticle toxicity
The lowly roundworm is the star of an ambitious Rice University project to measure the toxicity of nanoparticles.
Feb 2nd, 2015
Read moreWrinkle predictions
New mathematical theory may explain patterns in fingerprints, raisins, and microlenses.
Feb 2nd, 2015
Read moreMicroscopic monitoring may yield advances in production of products, pharmaceuticals
A team of physicists has developed a method to monitor the properties of microscopic particles as they grow within a chemical reaction vessel, creating new opportunities to improve the quality and consistency of a wide range of industrial and consumer products. Their work offers benefits for commodities ranging from food and pharmaceuticals to perfumes and cosmetics.
Feb 2nd, 2015
Read moreA molecular sensor for 'crowd control' in cells
Scientists have developed a molecular sensor to measure 'crowding' in cells, which reflects the concentration of macromolecules present. The sensor provides quantitative information on the concentration of macromolecules in bacteria and in mammalian cells.
Feb 2nd, 2015
Read moreGraphene displays clear prospects for flexible electronics
Researchers show that new 2D 'designer materials' can be produced to create flexible, see-through and more efficient electronic devices.
Feb 2nd, 2015
Read moreDance of the nanovortices
The trajectories of small magnetic entities referred to as skyrmions have been captured and recorded with the help of X-ray holography. Researchers gained new insight from the analysis of this motion: these nanoscale vortices possess mass.
Feb 2nd, 2015
Read moreThe quest for efficiency in thermoelectric nanowires
Researchers say better materials and manufacturing techniques for the nanowires could allow carmakers to harvest power from the heat wasted by exhaust systems or lead to more efficient devices to cool computer chips.
Feb 2nd, 2015
Read moreUnderstanding the reinforcing ability of carbon nanotubes
A new study explores what is preventing the reinforcing ability of carbon nanotubes from being used in a ceramic matrix.
Jan 30th, 2015
Read moreNew method allows for greater variation in band gap tunability
The method can change a material's electronic band gap by up to 200 percent.
Jan 30th, 2015
Read moreGenerating Moebius strips of light
Researchers have experimentally produced M�bius strips from the polarization of light, confirming a theoretical prediction that it is possible for light's electromagnetic field to assume this peculiar shape.
Jan 30th, 2015
Read moreUsing a single molecule to create a new magnetic field sensor
Scientists show how magnetism can manipulate the way electricity flows through a single molecule, a key step that could enable the development of magnetic field sensors for hard drives that are a tiny fraction of their present size.
Jan 30th, 2015
Read moreBest practice guide for the safe handling and use of nanoparticles in packaging industries
A novel best practice guide is now available to support the safe handling and use of nanoparticles in packaging industries.
Jan 30th, 2015
Read morePinholes are pitfalls for high performance solar cells
The most popular next-generation solar cells under development may have a problem - the top layer is full of tiny pinholes, researchers have found.
Jan 30th, 2015
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