Researchers have overcome a major design challenge on the path to controlling the dimensions of so-called DNA nanobots - structures that assemble themselves from DNA components.
Dec 4th, 2020
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These 3D printed circuits are self-healing, re-writable, and energy-harvesting, thanks to liquid metal.
Dec 4th, 2020
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A new tool that uses light to map out the electronic structures of crystals could reveal the capabilities of emerging quantum materials and pave the way for advanced energy technologies and quantum computers.
Dec 4th, 2020
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The Unruh-effect connects quantum theory and relativity. Until now, it could not be measured. A new idea could change this - in a completely different way than ever before.
Dec 4th, 2020
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That carbon nanotubes fluoresce is no longer a surprise. Finding a second level of fluorescence is surprising and potentially useful.
Dec 4th, 2020
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Researchers demonstrate spin detection using a spin filter to separate spin orientation according to their energies. Ultra-fast, ultra-low energy spintronic devices are an exciting, beyond-CMOS technology.
Dec 4th, 2020
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Scientists were able to identify essential properties of the ions that make up metal halide perovskites. The migration of the ions leads to the presence of defects in the material, which have a negative effect on the efficiency and stability of perovskite solar cells.
Dec 3rd, 2020
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Researchers have found that graphene-based heat pipes can help solve the problems of cooling electronics and power systems used in avionics, data centres, and other power electronics.
Dec 3rd, 2020
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Amorphous forms of solid carbon do not have a fixed crystal structure and consist of structural units - nanosized graphene particles. A team of physicists studied the structure of amorphous carbon and suggested classifying it as a separate type of amorphous solid bodies: a molecular amorphic with enforced fragmentation.
Dec 2nd, 2020
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Researchers use static charge between 2D atomic layers to provide a new route for generating graphene plasmon polaritons without an external power source or chemical dopants; discovery has broad application in nanotechnology.
Dec 2nd, 2020
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The invention uses a combination of mechanics and nanomaterials to either harness or expel certain wavelengths of light. Depending on conditions, rollers move a sheet back and forth to expose either heat-trapping materials or cooling materials.
Dec 2nd, 2020
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Researchers studying a metal-organic framework (MOF) have discovered it has properties that allow it to capture energy from the sun. The energy can be stored for several months at room temperature, and it can be released on demand as heat.
Dec 2nd, 2020
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Newly developed two-dimensional (2D) MOF nanosheets enhanced anticorrosion properties of composite coatings.
Dec 2nd, 2020
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Researchers formed semiconductors from different components by adding one atomic layer at a time.
Dec 2nd, 2020
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Scientists have discovered a class of molecular materials that can be used to make temporary adhesives that don't require force for removal. These non-permanent glues won't be available as home or office supplies, but they can lead to new manufacturing techniques and pharmaceutical design.
Dec 2nd, 2020
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New class of living plant-based sensor interfaces wild-type plants with engineered optical nanosensors, able to detect arsenic levels as low as 0.2 parts per billion.
Dec 2nd, 2020
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