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Artificial intelligence agents argue to enhance the speed of materials discovery

Using an ensemble of artificial intelligence (AI) agents enabled faster, more accurate data analysis of synchrotron x-ray data.

May 12, 2022 Read more

Cooling speeds up electrons in bacterial nanowires

Leveraging this naturally occurring electrical grid might one day lead to the development of living and self-repairing electrical circuits, new sources of electricity and bioremediation strategies.

May 11, 2022 Read more

Researchers find way to form diodes from superconductors

Researchers have demonstrated how a heterostructure consisting of superconductors and magnets can be used to create uni-directional current like that found in semiconductor diodes.

May 11, 2022 Read more

Artificial cell membrane channels composed of DNA can be opened and locked with a key

Technique opens new possibilities for smart drug delivery and other applications.

May 11, 2022 Read more

Small, mini, nano: The world's smallest gear wheel

Researchers develop gear units from a few atoms.

May 11, 2022 Read more

Researchers use light for thermomagnetic recording on silicon waveguide

Researchers have demonstrated, for the first time, light-induced thermomagnetic recording in a magnetic thin-film on silicon waveguides. The new writing technique is poised to enable miniature high-performance magneto-optical memories that don't require bulky optics or mechanical rotation.

May 10, 2022 Read more

Nature-inspired self-sensing materials could lead to new developments in engineering

The cellular forms of natural materials are the inspiration behind a new lightweight, 3D printed smart architected material developed by an international team of engineers.

May 10, 2022 Read more

Apply now for free access to nano-surface and membrane up-scaling and test facilities

The EU-funded project is offering unique pilot scale prototyping, upscaling, and testing facilities as well as route to market services and access to investors in the nano-surface and membrane materials and technology sectors across Europe.

May 10, 2022 Read more

Spintronics: How an atom-thin insulator helps transport spins

An intermediate layer consisting of a few atoms is helping to improve the transport of spin currents from one material to another. Until now, this process involves significant losses but now scientists show how this can be avoided.

May 10, 2022 Read more

High-performance hysteresis-free perovskite transistors

Researchers have developed a p-channel transistors through halide anion engineering. The new technology realizes a threshold voltage of 0 V and is hysteresis-free and high performing.

May 10, 2022 Read more

Ultrafast 'camera' captures hidden behavior of potential neuromorphic material

Study uncovers surprising details of insulator-to-metal transition in vanadium dioxide, a promising material for new technologies that emulate brain cells.

May 10, 2022 Read more

Hidden distortions trigger promising thermoelectric property

Study describes new mechanism for lowering thermal conductivity to aid search for materials that convert heat to electricity or electricity to heat.

May 10, 2022 Read more

Self-driving microscopes discover shortcuts to new materials

Scientists are teaching microscopes to drive discoveries with an intuitive algorithm that could guide breakthroughs in new materials for energy technologies, sensing and computing.

May 10, 2022 Read more

Multi-tasking wearable continuously monitors glucose, alcohol, and lactate (w/video)

Imagine being able to measure your blood sugar levels, know if you've had too much to drink, and track your fatigue during a workout, all in one small device worn on your skin. Engineers developed a prototype of such a wearable that continuously monitors several health stats at once.

May 9, 2022 Read more

Energy researchers invent chameleon metal that acts like many others

Research could improve efficiency for storing renewable energy, making carbon-free fuels, and manufacturing sustainable materials.

May 9, 2022 Read more

A new method for exploring the nano-world

Scientists present a large step forward in the characterization of nanoparticles. They used a special microscopy method based on interfereometry to outperform existing instruments. One possible application of this technique may be to identify illnesses.

May 9, 2022 Read more