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Atomic force microscopy in 3D

The technique used is an extension of atomic force microscopy and is a promising approach for visualizing various 3D biological systems.

July 5, 2024 Read more

Scientists observe record-setting electron mobility in a new crystal film

The newly synthesized material could be the basis for wearable thermoelectric and spintronic devices.

July 4, 2024 Read more

Getting bacteria into line

Physicists manipulate bacterial behavior using magnetic fields, aiding research in complex materials, phase transitions, and condensed matter physics.

July 4, 2024 Read more

Graphene oxide films show tunable properties for integrated photonics applications

Research reveals graphene oxide's highly tunable optical and thermal properties when integrated with photonic devices, offering new possibilities for advanced optical components.

July 4, 2024 Read more

Single atoms show their true color

A new technique reveals single atom misfits and could help design better semiconductors used in modern and future electronics.

July 4, 2024 Read more

Mass production will soon make ultra-large nano transparent screens accessible to everyone

This innovative screen can adjust its transparency according to the environment and can be produced at a low cost, paving the way for the widespread adoption of large transparent screens, which until now have been prohibitively expensive.

July 4, 2024 Read more

Mapping the surfaces of MXenes, atom by atom, reveals new potential for the 2D materials

Researchers perform first scanning tunneling microscopy and spectroscopy inspection of 2D material with unique properties.

July 3, 2024 Read more

Liquid metal nanoreactors enable synthesis of high-entropy alloy nanoparticle arrays

Researchers develop liquid metal nanoreactor method to create high-entropy alloy nanoparticle arrays, enabling precise control of composition and arrangement for advanced applications.

July 3, 2024 Read more

Precise and less expensive 3D printing of complex, high-resolution structures

Researchers use two lasers for two-photon polymerization, increasing practicality of this 3D printing approach for consumer electronics, biomedical applications and more.

July 3, 2024 Read more

Designing photonic crystals with a genetic algorithm

Researchers tested phononic nanomaterials designed with an automated genetic algorithm that responds to light pulses with controlled vibrations. This work may help in the development of next-generation sensors and computer devices.

July 3, 2024 Read more

Artificial intelligence for studying twisted van der Waals magnets

Innovative techniques enable a streamlined and reliable analysis of these complex systems, eliminating the need for previous resource-intensive simulations and marking a significant advancement in the field.

July 3, 2024 Read more

Researchers discover way to 'grow' sub-nanometer sized transistors

Researchers developed a method for epitaxial growth of sub-1 nanometer wide 1D metals, used as gate electrodes in 2D semiconductor logic circuits, leading to ultra-miniaturized transistors.

July 3, 2024 Read more

An inexpensive, easy-to-use method to create solid-state nanopores

The technique addresses two key problems that have kept solid-state nanopores from being used more often to build biosensors that can measure biological and chemical reactions of a given sample.

July 2, 2024 Read more

Researchers achieve dual-functional supramolecular materials

Discrete supramolecular structures are versatile building blocks for applications like drug delivery, catalysis, and molecular machines. A new methodology enhances their self-assembly.

July 2, 2024 Read more

A miniaturised model of human digestion to advance therapies and nutritional products

This 'digestion-chip' promises to revolutionise the way new oral formulations are tested, offering a more accurate, efficient, and cost-effective alternative to current models.

July 2, 2024 Read more

Self-assembling, highly conductive sensors could improve wearable devices

To advance soft robotics, skin-integrated electronics and biomedical devices, researchers at have developed a 3D-printed material that is soft and stretchable - traits needed for matching the properties of tissues and organs - and that self-assembles.

July 1, 2024 Read more