Tuning chemical reactions with light
Researchers unravel how nano-antennas enhance chemical reactions.
Oct 4th, 2021
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Multistep mechanism of nanostructure formation in liquid crystal
Combination of molecular simulation and AI technologies towards development of highly functional materials.
Oct 4th, 2021
Read moreSandwich-style construction: towards ultra-low-energy exciton electronics
A new 'sandwich-style' fabrication process placing a semiconductor only one atom thin between two mirrors has allowed researchers to make a significant step towards ultra-low energy electronics based on the light-matter hybrid particles exciton-polaritons.
Oct 4th, 2021
Read moreUnprecedented view of a single catalyst nanoparticle at work
X-rays reveal compositional changes on active surface under reaction conditions.
Oct 1st, 2021
Read moreUsing nanogenerators to power electronics with mechanical motion
Researchers develop a composite film that can be used in nanogenerators to generate electricity from mechanical motion.
Oct 1st, 2021
Read moreNew nanoparticle developed for intravenous cancer immunotherapy
Researchers demonstrated the tumor-fighting effects of CMP nanoparticle system in various tumors, including colon carcinoma, melanoma, and head and neck cancer.
Sep 30th, 2021
Read moreNew catalysts for fuel cells: efficient and with consistently high quality
Fuel cells are typically applied to generate electrical energy from hydrogen or methanol. Nanoscale catalysts get the process going - but until now, the quality of these materials has varied significantly.
Sep 30th, 2021
Read moreNew nanomaterial for treatment of skin infections
Researchers have developed a novel antibacterial material combining nonwoven nanotextile and unique compounds with antibacterial properties.
Sep 30th, 2021
Read moreAn innovative way to deliver drugs using nanocrystals
Elongated nanocrystals can carry a high payload of drugs to potentially increase drug targetability and also decrease dosage frequency and side effects.
Sep 30th, 2021
Read moreCorrelated electrons 'tango' in a perovskite oxide at the extreme quantum limit
Scientists have found a rare quantum material in which electrons move in coordinated ways, essentially 'dancing'.
Sep 30th, 2021
Read moreStudy explores remarkable negative thermal expansion seen in layered ruthenates
This work promises a different route for the design of unconventional negative thermal expansion materials, with applications in engines, thermal barrier ceramics, and precision instruments, among other things.
Sep 30th, 2021
Read moreMolecular burdocks: peptides guide self-assembly on the micrometre scale
Researchers show how short peptides can trigger the self-assembly of comparatively large nanoparticles into new structures on the micrometre scale.
Sep 30th, 2021
Read moreResearchers integrate optical devices made of multiple materials onto single chip
New method lays groundwork for practical manufacturing of chip-based optical systems for communications, imaging and more.
Sep 29th, 2021
Read moreFrom recycling to upcycled nanomaterials: A smarter way of dealing with plastic
Researchers have developed a clean and cost-effective way to upcycle used plastic, transforming it into valuable nanomaterials and high-quality fuel.
Sep 29th, 2021
Read moreAI-driven dynamic nanofiber face mask adapts to exercise, pollution levels
Reseaerchers have developed a dynamic respirator that modulates its pore size in response to changing conditions, such as exercise or air pollution levels, allowing the wearer to breathe easier when the highest levels of filtration are not required.
Sep 29th, 2021
Read moreMelting glasses from unmeltable MOFs
Chemists are developing a way of melting normally unmeltable metal-organic framework compounds - so-called MOFs. This allows the melt-based production of glass components for applications in energy and environmental technology.
Sep 29th, 2021
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