Researchers demonstrate how to combine a commonly used semiconductor with a topological insulator, a recently discovered state of matter with unique electrical properties.
Jun 29th, 2017
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A new report work verifies the developmental toxicity of graphene oxide at trace concentrations and illustrates for the first time the specific molecular mechanisms thereof.
Jun 29th, 2017
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Researchers demonstrated a simple model quantum plasmonic nanocircuit with a narrow-band self-assembled GaAs quantum dot as a source for single plasmon excitation.
Jun 29th, 2017
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Researchers have created 'molecular cages' that can maximise the efficiency of converting molecules in chemical reactions, and that may in future also be used as sensors and drug-delivery agents.
Jun 29th, 2017
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Scientists have found that in many rather common situations in nature the van der Waals force between two molecules becomes repulsive. This might lead to a paradigm shift in molecular interactions.
Jun 29th, 2017
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Researchers have developed an emulsion interfacial polymerization method to fabricate Janus particles exhibiting chemical and topological anisotropy.
Jun 29th, 2017
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A new review presents the up-to-date progress in the design of novel multifunctional nano-theranostics for precision cancer nanomedicine by targeting the unique acidic tumor microenvironment .
Jun 29th, 2017
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Researchers have developed a method to produce size-tailored particles of zinc peroxide. This allows targeted modification of their properties, such as the destruction of cancer cells.
Jun 29th, 2017
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Graphene can filter nanometer-sized molecules at 10 to 100 times the rate of commercial membranes.
Jun 29th, 2017
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The adhesive, made from nanoparticles of hydroxyapatite, glues both synthetic hydrogels and mouse soft tissue, providing a promising alternative to organic materials currently in use for clinical applications.
Jun 29th, 2017
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Materials scientists and engineers are reporting success in developing a new material that promises to help ensure that microelectromechanical systems can continue to meet the demands of the next technological frontier.
Jun 28th, 2017
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Researchers have developed a new material that can undulate and therefore propel itself forward under the influence of light.
Jun 28th, 2017
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Combining nanophotonics and thermoelectrics, engineers generate materials capable of distinguishing between tiny differences in wavelengths of light.
Jun 28th, 2017
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This active drug-delivery system addresses the limitations seen for the anti-cancer drug BA-TPQ - poor solubility and low bioavailability.
Jun 28th, 2017
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Scientists have developed a method that allows them to engineer crystals with a large fraction of reactive facets.
Jun 28th, 2017
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Researchers designed 'two-faced' spherical particles to perform the task. One face is made with magnesium, which reacts with water to produce hydrogen bubbles to propel the microbots. The other face is made out of alternating iron and gold layers topped by silver nanoparticles.
Jun 28th, 2017
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