Stem cell transplantation with scaffold microrobots
Successful development of magnetically-actuated microrobots as a platform for stem cell transplantation.
Jun 17th, 2019
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Using waves to move droplets
Self-cleaning surfaces and laboratories on a chip become even more efficient if we are able to control individual droplets. Researchers show that this is possible by using a technique named mechanowetting.
Jun 17th, 2019
Read moreDecorating iron nanocubes with gold increases their functionality
Researchers revealed that hybrid Au/Fe nanoparticles can grow in an unprecedentedly complex structure with a single-step fabrication method.
Jun 17th, 2019
Read moreA rapid, easy-to-use DNA amplification method at 37 C
Study could advance molecular diagnosis and robotics.
Jun 14th, 2019
Read moreA new study reveals 'hidden' phases of matter through the power of light
New chemistry research demonstrates how 'hidden' phases of matter can be activated by extremely fast pulses of light. This fundamental scientific breakthrough paves the way for creating materials that can be imbued with new properties, such as conducting electricity or making it magnetic.
Jun 14th, 2019
Read moreConcert of magnetic moments
An international collaboration between researchers has uncovered a new way how the electron spins in layered materials can interact. They report a hitherto unknown chiral coupling that is active over relatively long distances.
Jun 13th, 2019
Read moreResearch reveals liquid gold on the nanoscale
Scientists have discovered what liquid gold looks like on the nanoscale - and in doing so have mapped the way in which nanoparticles melt, which is relevant to the manufacturing and performance of nanotechnology devices such as bio-sensors, nanochips , gas sensors, and catalysts.
Jun 13th, 2019
Read moreNew quantum dot microscope shows electric potentials of individual atoms
Researchers developed a new method to measure the electric potentials of a sample at atomic accuracy. The new scanning quantum dot microscopy method could open up new opportunities for chip manufacture or the characterization of biomolecules such as DNA.
Jun 13th, 2019
Read moreResearchers create uniform-shape polymer nanocrystals
Researchers have demonstrated a new aqueous polymerization procedure for generating polymer nanoparticles with a single chain and uniform shape, which, as another difference to previous methods, involves high particle concentrations.
Jun 13th, 2019
Read moreSmall currents for big gains in spintronics
A new low-power magnetic switching component could aid spintronic devices.
Jun 13th, 2019
Read morePhysics at the edge
Condensed matter physicists take a step closer to building a graphene-based topological insulator.
Jun 13th, 2019
Read moreSoon, air pollution could be measured by nanosensors on every street corner
The technology is already in use in western Sweden, and researchers and other interested parties hope that the sensor could soon be used in many broad contexts.
Jun 13th, 2019
Read moreWon again he has - 'MXene Yoda' wins art competition
'Mxene Yoda' has been created from a SEM scan of oxidized 2-D V2CTx particles that show promise as electrode material for supercapacitors and batteries.
Jun 12th, 2019
Read moreResearchers develop semi-liquid metal anode for next-generation batteries
The new anode could help create a safer high energy lithium metal battery.
Jun 12th, 2019
Read moreHybrid nanostructure steps up light-harvesting efficiency
A stepwise transfer of energy through the different components of the nanostructure boosts its response to light, showing promise for solar cell applications.
Jun 12th, 2019
Read moreOctopus-inspired skin-adhesive sensors
Researchers demonstrate a facile, low-cost, scalable fabricating method for water-resistant and skin-adhesive wearable graphene-coated fabric sensors.
Jun 12th, 2019
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