A solution for tunable dyes
Modifying a common organic dye molecule results in tunable optical characteristics that can be changed by exposure to different chemical reagents and solvents.
Sep 12th, 2014
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Magnetism intensified by nanoscale defects
Electron microscopy reveals how certain nanoscale crystal defects can dramatically intensify ferromagnetism in metal alloys.
Sep 12th, 2014
Read moreAn optical cage for atoms
A microstructured optical fiber trap provides a tool for measuring atomic properties at the quantum limit.
Sep 12th, 2014
Read moreArt and nanotechnology converge in campus biennial
For her newest work, Korean artist Kimsooja wanted to explore a 'shape and perspective that reveals the invisible as visible, physical as immaterial, and vice versa.'
Sep 11th, 2014
Read moreMaterials by design at the nanoscale: Ceramics don't have to be brittle
Researchers have developed a method for constructing new structural materials by taking advantage of the unusual properties that solids can have at the nanometer scale.
Sep 11th, 2014
Read moreThe sound of an atom has been captured
Scientists show the use of sound to communicate with an artificial atom. They can thereby demonstrate phenomena from quantum physics with sound taking on the role of light.
Sep 11th, 2014
Read moreNew species of electrons in graphene can lead to better computing
Electrons in graphene superlattices are different and behave as neutrinos that acquired a notable mass. This results in a new, relativistic behaviour so that electrons can now skew at large angles to applied fields. The effect is huge.
Sep 11th, 2014
Read moreNanotechnology start-up develops a first-of-its-kind multifunction water filtration membrane
This new membrane lasts twice as long when compared to conventional membranes, is highly resistant to breakage, and has anti-bacterial and anti-biofouling properties. Another groundbreaking characteristic - it allows for an unprecedented flow rate of at least ten times faster than current water filtration membranes.
Sep 11th, 2014
Read morePerfect focus through thick layers may bring better vision to medicine
In a first-of-its-kind demonstration, a team of researchers has developed a powerful technique to focus laser light through even the murkiest of surroundings without the need for a guide star. This innovation, a specialized version of an adaptive optics microscope, can resolve a point less than one thousandth of a millimeter across.
Sep 11th, 2014
Read moreResearchers create world's largest DNA origami
Researchers have created the world's largest DNA origami, which are nanoscale constructions with applications ranging from biomedical research to nanoelectronics.
Sep 11th, 2014
Read moreNanoscience and the environment
Nanomaterials in the Environment covers all aspects of manufactured nanomaterials and their impact and behavior in the environment.
Sep 11th, 2014
Read moreNew discovery holds promise for nanoelectronic and photonic applications
A team of Berkeley Lab researchers believes it has uncovered the secret behind the unusual optoelectronic properties of single atomic layers of transition metal dichalcogenide (TMDC) materials, the two-dimensional semiconductors that hold great promise for nanoelectronic and photonic applications.
Sep 11th, 2014
Read moreU Manchester to build a $100m Graphene Engineering Innovation Centre
Funding provided by the UK Research Partnership Investment Fund, the Technology Strategy Board and Masdar, an Abu Dhabi-based clean technology and renewable energy company University of Manchester and Masdar Institute to establish graphene commercial application programs.
Sep 11th, 2014
Read moreNanofiber eye drops to treat molecular basis of the blindness
Scientists have discovered a novel cause of glaucoma in an animal model, and related to their findings, are now developing an eye drop aimed at curing the disease. They believe their findings will be important to human glaucoma.
Sep 11th, 2014
Read moreGraphene paints a corrosion-free future
The surface of graphene, a one atom thick sheet of carbon, can be randomly decorated with oxygen to create graphene oxide; a form of graphene that could have a significant impact on the chemical, pharmaceutical and electronic industries. Applied as paint, it could provide an ultra-strong, non-corrosive coating for a wide range of industrial applications.
Sep 11th, 2014
Read moreTaking back the angels' share of atoms
Non-uniform evaporation prevents scientists from seeing every atom on a surface.
Sep 11th, 2014
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