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Researchers reveal the reality of lossless energy transport in topological insulators

Researchers have uncovered new insights into the efficiency of topological insulators, illuminating the significant disparity between their magic lossless energy transport at ultralow temperatures and the detrimental issues that arise at room temperature.

September 24, 2024 Read more

Graphene spike mat and fridge magnet technology to fight against antibiotic resistance

The graphene-based, ultra-thin, antibacterial material can be applied to any surface, including biomedical devices, surgical surfaces and implants to exclude bacteria.

September 24, 2024 Read more

Water-free manufacturing approach could help advance 2D electronics integration

Researchers developed a synthesis process to produce a 'rust-resistant' coating with additional properties ideal for creating faster, more durable electronics.

September 23, 2024 Read more

Copper-based nanocapsules enhance radiotherapy effectiveness

Researchers discovered that cuproptosis may serve as a new target for radiosensitization in re-irradiation.

September 23, 2024 Read more

Carbon nanotubes from captured CO2 strengthen plastics and cut environmental impact

Innovative research shows how carbon nanotubes, made from CO2 captured from the air, can significantly enhance plastic strength, reducing material use and lowering environmental impact.

September 23, 2024 Read more

Intrinsic magnetic structure observed for the first time in a kagome lattice

Scientists discovered a new lattice-modulated magnetic array in the binary kagome single crystal.

September 20, 2024 Read more

Linear positioning stage with absolute encoder, frictionless motor and excellent guiding precision

PI introduces a new high dynamics linear motor stage family, the V-574 - a new series of linear positioning stages with excellent guiding precision and frictionless 3-phase linear motors.

September 20, 2024 Read more

Recharging the powerhouse of the cell

Researchers discover new way to simulate mitochondrial function to improve aging ailments and disease.

September 20, 2024 Read more

Light momentum turns indirect semiconductor into direct one

A study shows photon momentum enables diagonal transitions, converting indirect semiconductors like silicon into direct ones, boosting absorption by 10,000x for solar use.

September 20, 2024 Read more

Mysteries of the bizarre 'pseudogap' in quantum physics finally untangled

New findings unravel the mysteries of a bizarre physical state known as the pseudogap, which has close ties to the sought-after state called high-temperature superconductivity, in which electrical resistance disappears.

September 19, 2024 Read more

AI model can reveal the structures of crystalline materials

By analyzing X-ray crystallography data, the model could help researchers develop new materials for many applications, including batteries and magnets.

September 19, 2024 Read more

Majorana fermion produced by quantum interference in a nanoscale circuit

Surprising new research shows that a weird feature of quantum mechanics can be used to produce objects that behave like half of an electron. These 'split-electrons' might hold the key to unlocking the power of quantum computation.

September 19, 2024 Read more

Flexible circuits made with silk and graphene

By controlling silk protein nanostructure for the first time, scientists pave the way for advanced microelectronic and computing applications.

September 18, 2024 Read more

Lego for light: Reconfigurable photonic bricks advance light-based technology

Reconfigurable photonic bricks offer flexible and energy-efficient solutions, advancing light-based technology for communication and computing.

September 18, 2024 Read more

New qubit architecture may ease quantum computer manufacturing without loss of performance

With a series of mathematical analyses, scientists have provided a roadmap for simpler qubit fabrication that enables robust and reliable manufacturing of these quantum computer building blocks.

September 18, 2024 Read more

DNA origami with cargo function

Researchers show how DNA origami and fluorescent probes can be used to release molecular cargo in a targeted manner.

September 18, 2024 Read more