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New catalyst grows 30 cm-long carbon nanotube arrays

Researchers develop floating bimetallic catalysts to grow ultralong carbon nanotube arrays with unprecedented density and uniformity, paving the way for advanced applications.

June 25, 2024 Read more

Gold nanomembrane coaxes secrets out of surfaces

Using a special wafer-thin gold membrane, researchers have made it significantly easier to study surfaces. The membrane makes it possible to measure properties of surfaces that are inaccessible to conventional methods.

June 25, 2024 Read more

Researchers propose the next platform for brain-inspired computing

Neuromorphic computing mimics the brain's structure for energy efficiency. Using 2D TMD-based TFETs, it could achieve energy needs 100 times closer to the human brain.

June 24, 2024 Read more

Researchers develop tuneable anticounterfeiting material

New material continues to glow after UV light removed, can be programmed to disappear in stages.

June 24, 2024 Read more

Uniting DNA origami and CRISPR to enhance detection of genetic mutations in cancer diagnostics

Researchers combine DNA origami, CRISPR, and SPR sensing to achieve zeptomolar-level detection of cancer-related genetic mutations, surpassing conventional PCR methods.

June 24, 2024 Read more

Novel application of optical tweezers: colorfully showing molecular energy transfer

Using a novel non-contact approach, a research team has successfully controlled the speed and efficiency of Foerster resonance energy transfer between fluorescent molecules by varying the intensity of a laser beam.

June 24, 2024 Read more

Knitted metasurfaces enable flexible antennas for advanced electromagnetic applications

Researchers develop flexible metasurfaces using industrial knitting techniques, potentially revolutionizing portable antennas and electromagnetic devices for communications and sensing.

June 21, 2024 Read more

Scientists discover new behavior of membranes that could lead to unprecedented separations

Researchers use new technique to overcome perceived limitation of membranes with pores of consistent size.

June 21, 2024 Read more

Controlling electronics with light: the magnetite breakthrough

Researchers have found that different light wavelengths can alter magnetite's state, affecting its electrical conductivity. This could revolutionize material design for electronics.

June 21, 2024 Read more

Breakthrough in nanoscale force measurement opens doors to unprecedented biological insights

Groundbreaking research has revealed a new way to measure incredibly minute forces at the nanoscale in watery solutions, pushing the boundaries of what scientists know about the microscopic world.

June 21, 2024 Read more

Sweat health monitor measures levels of disease markers

A wearable, 3D-printed health monitor can reliably measure levels of important biochemicals in sweat during physical exercise.

June 20, 2024 Read more

Graphene oxide films unlock new capabilities for silicon photonics

Researchers harness unique properties of graphene oxide integrated onto silicon waveguides to enable all-optical control, power limiting, and nonreciprocal transmission on photonic chips.

June 20, 2024 Read more

Generation of intense terahertz waves with a magnetic material

Researchers have discovered a new magnetic material that generates terahertz waves at an intensity about four times higher than that of typical magnetic materials.

June 20, 2024 Read more

Electric fields catalyse graphene's energy and computing prospects

A new study reveals how electric field effects can selectively accelerate coupled electrochemical processes in graphene.

June 19, 2024 Read more

Magnetic hydrogel microrobots offer precise control for medical applications

Researchers have developed biocompatible hydrogel microrobots loaded with magnetic nanoparticles, demonstrating precise control and autonomous motion for potential use in targeted drug delivery and minimally invasive surgery.

June 19, 2024 Read more

Ultrasound beam triggers nanodroplets to deliver drugs at exactly the right spot

Novel method of drug delivery is proven safe and efficient for the first time, paving the way for clinical trials.

June 19, 2024 Read more