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Physicists predict 'parallel circuits' of spin currents in antiferromagnets
Physicists envision that collinear antiferromagnets could function as 'electrical circuits' with the two magnetic sublattices connected in parallel, provided they host strong coupling between magnetic atoms within the same sublattices.
June 8, 2023 Read more
Carbon nanotube superlubricity coating could reduce economic losses from friction, wear
Researchers have invented a coating that could dramatically reduce friction in common load-bearing systems with moving parts, from vehicle drive trains to wind and hydroelectric turbines. It reduces the friction of steel rubbing on steel at least a hundredfold.
June 7, 2023 Read more
Scientists analyze a single atom with X-rays for the first time
New X-ray capability could find wide application in environmental and medical research, as well as the development of batteries and microelectronic devices.
June 7, 2023 Read more
Creating stronger, eco-friendly materials by combining cellulose nanofibers and pineapple leaf fibers in epoxy composites
Scientists have conducted groundbreaking research using both tiny cellulose nanofibers and long pineapple leaf fibers to create stronger materials.
June 7, 2023 Read more
Gold nanoparticles harness energy from the sun to break down pollution
Researchers have found a way to make gold nanoparticles with a uniform size and shape, opening up the possibility of finding more effective photocatalysts
June 6, 2023 Read more
Proposed design could double the efficiency of lightweight solar cells for space-based applications
Researchers propose a device design that can take the efficiencies of 2D transition metal dichalcogenide devices from 5%, as has already been demonstrated, to 12%.
June 6, 2023 Read more
Researchers advance DNA nanostructure stability
Scientists report nanostructure assembly without the use of magnesium, yielding greater stability in four nanostructure shapes.
June 6, 2023 Read more
New anti-counterfeiting system relies on completely new approach to non-copyable nanopatterns
The new and patented method makes it possible to produce unique, non-copyable fluorescent patterns quickly, environmentally friendly and at low costs.
June 6, 2023 Read more
Magnetic microrobots with folate targeting for drug delivery
Researchers introduced folic acid (FA) into a microrobot to promote specific cancer cell targeting ability and drug ingestion by cells. The selective overexpression of the FA on the surface of cancer cells provides FA the ability to promote the uptake of drugs by cancer cells through receptor-ligand-mediated endocytosis.
June 6, 2023 Read more
Illuminating the molecular ballet in living cells
Ultrafast fluorescent imaging technology brings the molecular dynamics of living cells into clear view.
June 6, 2023 Read more
New superconducting diode could improve performance of quantum computers and artificial intelligence
Compared to other superconducting diodes, the new device is more energy efficient; can process multiple electrical signals at a time; and contains a series of gates to control the flow of energy, a feature that has never before been integrated into a superconducting diode.
June 6, 2023 Read more
Imaging agents light up two cancer biomarkers at once to give more complete picture of tumor
The fluorescent nanoparticles, wrapped in the membranes of red blood cells, target tumors better than current clinically approved dyes and can emit two distinct signals in response to just one beam of surgical light, a feature that could help doctors distinguish tumor borders and identify metastatic cancers.
June 5, 2023 Read more
Smart surgical implant coatings provide early failure warning while preventing infection
The coatings integrate flexible sensors with a nanostructured antibacterial surface inspired by the wings of dragonflies and cicadas.
June 5, 2023 Read more
Shining a light on neuromorphic computing
A new review article sheds light on the evolution of this technology - and the work that still needs to be done for it to reach its full potential.
June 5, 2023 Read more
Slow electrons for more efficient reactions
Researchers have managed to produce slow electrons in a solution. In the future, such electrons could help make certain chemical reactions more efficient.
June 5, 2023 Read more
3D printed nanocomposite sensor for water pollution monitoring
A new form of low-cost, 3D-printed water pollution sensor can help detect the presence of very low concentrations of pesticides in water samples.
June 5, 2023 Read more
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