Oak Ridge National Laboratory launches Imaging Institute
Focus is accelerating materials by design.
Jun 23rd, 2014
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Scientists use X-rays to look at how DNA protects itself from UV light
The molecular building blocks that make up DNA absorb ultraviolet light so strongly that sunlight should deactivate them - yet it does not. Now scientists have made detailed observations of a 'relaxation response' that protects these molecules, and the genetic information they encode, from UV damage.
Jun 23rd, 2014
Read moreResearchers successfully measure the collective mass of 'massless' electrons in motion in graphene
By shedding light on the fundamental kinetic properties of electrons in graphene, this research may also provide a basis for the creation of miniaturized circuits with tiny, graphene-based components.
Jun 23rd, 2014
Read moreNanoART 2014 photo contest open to all EU students and postdocs
The contest supports the atmosphere of discovery and wonder that nanoscience and nanotechnology research represent. The first objective of this competition is for participants to have fun. The second objective is to promote the public interest and acceptance of nanos: people new to the subject really begin to understand it when they see compelling pictures.
Jun 23rd, 2014
Read moreDigestion of milk forms highly organized nanostructures
A new study on the digestion of milk could lead to the development of new formulas for premature babies, weight loss drinks and potentially new drug delivery systems.
Jun 23rd, 2014
Read moreNanogenerator powers pacemaker (w/video)
Researchers have developed a self-powered artificial cardiac pacemaker that is operated semi-permanently by a flexible piezoelectric nanogenerator.
Jun 23rd, 2014
Read moreNanomaterials Up Close: Cobalt oxide superlattice (w/video)
These individual particles of cobalt oxide have been engineered to form a superlattice or 3D mesh structure to improve their chemical activity.
Jun 23rd, 2014
Read moreGraphene Flagship initiative doubles in size
66 new partners are being invited to join the consortium following the results of a EUR9 million competitive call. While most partners are universities and research institutes, the share of companies, mainly SMEs, involved is increasing.
Jun 23rd, 2014
Read morePhysicists find way to boot up quantum computers 72 times faster than previously possible
A new methodology, which goes under the name Ad-HOC (Adaptive Hybrid Optimal Control), has now been subjected to rigorous testing.
Jun 23rd, 2014
Read moreGrowth twins and deformation twins in metals
A review of studies on nanotwinned metallic materials. Nanotwins were shown to induce numerous unique properties in metallic materials, including high strength and ductility, high temperature thermal stability and superior radiation tolerance.
Jun 23rd, 2014
Read moreMolecular footballs could revolutionize your next World Cup experience
A new way to assemble individual molecules could revolutionize the creation of novel materials with numerous potential applications, including emerging technologies such as flexible TVs.
Jun 23rd, 2014
Read moreSuper-stretchable yarn is made of graphene
A simple, scalable method of making strong, stretchable graphene oxide fibers that are easily scrolled into yarns and have strengths approaching that of Kevlar is possible.
Jun 21st, 2014
Read moreFormation of organic thin-film transistors through room-temperature printing
Researchers have established a process for forming organic thin-film transistors, conducting the entire printing process at room temperature under ambient atmospheric conditions.
Jun 21st, 2014
Read moreElastic invisibility cloak allows to hide from touching
In the past years, invisibility cloaks were developed for various senses. Objects can be hidden from light, heat or sound. However, hiding of an object from being touched still remained to be accomplished. Scientists have now succeeded in creating a volume in which an object can be hidden from touching.
Jun 21st, 2014
Read moreMaterials for the building industry - a shape-conscious alloy (w/video)
Shape memory alloys, or SMAs, possess the ability to return to their original shape after being severely deformed, either spontaneously or following the application of heat. This makes them useful materials, not just for making spectacle frames but also for technical applications such as thermostats, stents and micro-actuators.
Jun 20th, 2014
Read moreSmart design and nanotechnology to cut aircraft operational costs
The SARISTU (Smart Intelligent Aircraft Structures) project has focused on the potential application of new materials at specific design phases. By integrating different materials for the wing for example, the consortium has demonstrated that they can achieve a 6 % reduction in drag, meaning that less fuel is needed to complete a flight.
Jun 19th, 2014
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