3D dynamic imaging of soft materials (w/video)
Researchers apply transmission electron microscopy through unique graphene liquid cell.
Oct 2nd, 2013
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Droplets get a charge out of jumping
Condensation on a metal plate leads to formation of droplets that carry electric charge, could improve power-plant efficiency.
Oct 2nd, 2013
Read moreSeeing through silicon
New microscopy technique allows scientists to visualize cells through the walls of silicon microfluidic devices.
Oct 2nd, 2013
Read morePenn celebrates opening of Krishna P. Singh Center for Nanotechnology
The University of Pennsylvania will officially open the region's premier facility for advanced research, education, and innovative public/private partnerships in nanotechnology on October 4. The 78,000 square-foot Krishna P. Singh Center for Nanotechnology will serve as the University's focal point for groundbreaking work in the emerging field of nanotechnology, which involves the manipulation of matter on an atomic and molecular scale.
Oct 2nd, 2013
Read moreNanodiamonds and spinach?
Researchers from Ulm University develop nanodiamond biosensor for detection of iron level in blood.
Oct 2nd, 2013
Read moreSwarms of robots could fight cancer (with your help)
Cancer researchers are not shy of using nanotechnology. Their work is making promising headway into developing safer and more effective treatments. And now, new developments in the area mean that the general public can help through crowdsourcing.
Oct 2nd, 2013
Read moreNew biomimetic material to develop nanosensors
The new features of this biomimetic material will allow researchers to develop multiple nanosized chemical sensors over the same substrate by electron beam lithography, as a result, multifunctional biochips of major versatility will be developed.
Oct 2nd, 2013
Read moreRecent study reduces Casimir force to lowest recorded level
Researchers have recorded a drastically reduced measurement of the Casimir effect, a fundamental quantum phenomenon experienced between two neutral bodies that exist in a vacuum.
Oct 1st, 2013
Read moreWhat makes a better nanoscale solar collector, quantum dot or nanowire?
A trio of researchers at North Dakota State University and the University of South Dakota have turned to computer modeling to help decide which of two competing materials should get its day in the sun as the nanoscale energy-harvesting technology of future solar panels - quantum dots or nanowires.
Oct 1st, 2013
Read moreBreakthrough in photonics could allow for faster and faster electronics
A pair of breakthroughs in the field of silicon photonics by researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Micron Technology Inc. could allow for the trajectory of exponential improvement in microprocessors that began nearly half a century ago - known as Moore's Law - to continue well into the future, allowing for increasingly faster electronics, from supercomputers to laptops to smartphones.
Oct 1st, 2013
Read moreProductizing Science Competition 2013 offers scientists a chance to turn microfluidic innovations into successful products
Microfluidic specialist Dolomite is now taking entries for this year's Productizing Science Competition. After the huge success of last year's competition, the company is once again looking for innovative microfluidics concepts to turn them into commercial reality.
Oct 1st, 2013
Read moreSuperparamagnetic lead nanopowder - a new milestone
Indian researchers have explored the superparamagnetism of lead nanopowder.
Oct 1st, 2013
Read moreGraphene industry to focus on low hanging fruits
The graphene industry is moving beyond the hype and is focusing on realistic low hanging fruits. The production methods are fast improving, making volume production at competitive prices possible in the medium term. Most suppliers are fast moving up the value chain to focus on higher value added products such as master-batches or inks.
Oct 1st, 2013
Read more'Waviness' explains why carbon nanotube forests have low stiffness
A new study has found that 'waviness' in forests of carbon nanotubes dramatically reduces their stiffness. Instead of being a detriment, the waviness may make the nanotube arrays more useful as thermal interface material for conducting heat away from integrated circuits.
Oct 1st, 2013
Read moreGraphene with aroma
New production method broadens the perspectives for an improved use of the graphene - many different forms are possible.
Oct 1st, 2013
Read moreNew kind of x-ray vision reveals objects' internal nanostructure and chemistry
Novel method gives scientists ability to peer inside batteries, fuel cells, and other devices as they operate to gain insight that could improve performance.
Oct 1st, 2013
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