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Unlocking the full potential of Auger electron spectroscopy

A new computational approach makes more realistic assumptions about the redistribution of energy during the Auger process, improving the accuracy of Auger electron spectroscopy.

February 15, 2024 Read more

A new method for precision delivery of nanoparticles to individual cells

Scientists show how small molecules and single nanoparticles can be applied directly onto the surface of cells.

February 15, 2024 Read more

Nanodiamonds could hold key to cool clothing

Researchers are using nanodiamonds to create smart textiles that can cool people down faster.

February 15, 2024 Read more

Treating liver cancer with microrobots

Researchers have developed a novel approach to treat liver tumours using magnet-guided microrobots in an MRI device.

February 14, 2024 Read more

Scientists use AI to identify new MOF materials for carbon capture

Metal-organic framework (MOF ) materials can be used in many different applications, from catalysts to energy converters.

February 14, 2024 Read more

Nanomedicine paves the way for new treatments for spinal cord injury

Scientists have demonstrated that an innovative nanovector (nanogel), which they developed, is able to deliver anti-inflammatory drugs in a targeted manner into glial cells actively involved in the evolution of spinal cord injury.

February 14, 2024 Read more

Laser-induced graphene enables smart sensing honeycombs with multifunctional performance

Researchers pioneer smart honeycombs by stacking and morphing laser-induced graphene layers, enabling innovative aerospace materials with integrated responsiveness to flight stresses like excessive heat, turbulence or ice buildup.

February 14, 2024 Read more

Overcoming the traditional resolution limit for the fast co-tracking of molecules

Researchers have developed an innovative method to simultaneously track rapid dynamic processes of multiple molecules at the molecular scale.

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Nanoparticles 'hitchhike' on immune cells to catch cancer metastasis early

Researchers have designed particles that can light up the lymph node cancer cells otherwise undetectable by MRI.

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A new optical metamaterial makes true one-way glass possible

Researchers have discovered how to make a new optical metamaterial that would underpin a variety of new technologies.

February 14, 2024 Read more

Gold nanoparticles found to reverse brain deficits in multiple sclerosis and Parkinson's

Phase two clinical trials suggest experimental treatment could improve patient outcomes.

February 13, 2024 Read more

Nanoparticle 3D-printing technology applicable to inorganic materials

Researchers employed linker ions to pioneer a three-dimensional microprinting technology applicable to inorganic substances and other various materials.

February 13, 2024 Read more

An economical nanomaterial tool to facilitate identification of disease-causing pathogens

A nanomaterial-based, cost-effective method for nucleic acid detection, crucial in identifying pathogens like COVID-19, has been developed to reduce testing costs.

February 13, 2024 Read more

Researchers discover how functional nucleic acid nanoparticles can effectively deceive the immune system

Scientists detail technique to camouflage immunostimulatory nucleic acid nanofibers via dna aptamer functionalization, thereby dramatically expanding possibilities for employing structures as vaccine adjuvants or immunotherapy vectors.

February 13, 2024 Read more

Scientists study the behaviors of chiral skyrmions in chiral flower-like obstacles

They find that the system behaves like a topological sorting device, which may create ordered results from disordered motion.

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New nanosensors make diagnostic procedures more sensitive

Through the advanced use of luminescent single walled carbon nanotubes in bioanalytics, test procedures can be carried out more sensitively, quickly and cheaply with these new nanosensors.

February 13, 2024 Read more