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Invisible helium atoms provide exquisitely sensitive test of fundamental theory

Physicists have developed the most sensitive method ever for measuring the potential energy of an atom (within a hundredth of a decillionth of a joule), and used it to validate one of the most tested theories in physics - quantum electrodynamics (QED).

April 8, 2022 Read more

Nanotechnology-based optical sensors for faster, cheaper COVID tests

The swab-based rapid test uses a UV spectrometer for spike protein detection. The test will cover all COVID-19 variants, as well as any future variants.

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Development of low-power and high-efficiency artificial sensory neurons

Researchers are developing 'artificial sensory neurons' that will be the key to the practical use of in-sensor computing.

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'Frustrated' nanomagnets order themselves through disorder

Interactions between alternating layers of exotic, 2D material create entropy-driven order in a structured system of magnets at equilibrium.

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Ancient art meets AI for better materials design

Ancient Japanese art of kirigami guides artificial intelligence (AI) technique for durable, wearable electronics.

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Computerized, rolling DNA motors move molecular robotics to next level

The motors can sense chemical information in their environment, process that information, and then respond accordingly, mimicking some basic properties of living cells.

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Researchers engineer electrically tunable graphene devices to study rare physics

The breakthrough could lead to the development of 'beyond-5G' wireless technology for high-speed communication networks.

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Researchers develop glass-in-glass fabrication approach for making miniature IR optics

New technique can create complex 3D optics for infrared spectroscopy, sensing and more.

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Engineers describe how fluid suspensions exhibit different behaviors at different scales

Researchers discovered that particles don't spread out evenly once a suspension drops below a certain length scale, such as when the fluid pinches in to form the neck of a droplet. Eventually, there will be a thin region without any particles that behave like a pure liquid.

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Advancements in nanotechnology and their impact across multiple areas of human health

Recent progress in nanotechnology paves the way for improved drug delivery, clinical diagnosis, and even environmental protection against toxic pollutants.

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The use of photons to create an artificial quantum neuron

Physicists have developed a device, called a quantum memristor, which could combine artificial intelligence and quantum computing, opening up as yet unseen potential. The experiment was carried out in an integrated quantum processor, working with single photons.

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Artificial organelles based on hybrid protein nanoparticles

Researchers are working on ways to make artificial organelles that add new functionalities to cells or correct dysfunctional processes in cells, for example as a therapy for metabolic diseases. This can be achieved by using synthetic components to produce artificial organelles outside the cell or by using components made in the cell.

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Nature-inspired technology could lead to better bionic eye

Researchers have grown rodent retinal neurons on a fractal-patterned electrode, one that mimics the repeating branching pattern in which neurons naturally grow. It's a step closer to making a bio-inspired bionic eye.

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Laser additive manufacturing of Si/ZrO2 tunable crystalline phase 3D nanostructures

Researchers propose an approach for laser 3D additive manufacturing of nanoscale structures out of inorganic materials.

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Fabricating complex hierarchical biomimetic patterns with the use of novel spatiotemporally tailored interfering laser beams

Researchers report a novel approach for tailoring the laser induced surface topography upon femtosecond pulsed laser irradiation and the use of Direct Laser Interference Patterning.

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Solar nanowire-nanotube filter offers easy access to clean drinking water

Scientists have developed a highly efficient water purification filter that uses only solar power. The prototype can supply clean drinking water even at remote places to small populations and can be easily scaled-up.

April 7, 2022 Read more