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Quantum physics across dimensions: Unidirectional Kondo scattering

An international team of scientists has unveiled a unique quantum-mechanical interaction between electrons and topological defects in layered materials that has only been observed in engineered atomic thin layers.

December 2, 2021 Read more

A vortex in a nanometric teacup

Researchers generate, for the first time, a vortex beam of atoms and molecules.

December 2, 2021 Read more

A pair of gold flakes creates a self-assembled resonator

Scientists have discovered how a previously known form of resonator, made of two parallel mirrors, can be created and controlled in a much simpler way than previously realised.

December 2, 2021 Read more

Researchers propose method to increase charge of supercapacitors

Researchers have proposed a new theoretical model of supercapacitors that takes into account the properties of a cation, which considerably impacts the electric differential capacitance of supercapacitors.

December 1, 2021 Read more

Holography meets frequency combs (w/video)

Scientists have demonstrated a new technique for digital holography using two interfering frequency combs. They can now record thousands of holograms in all colours of the rainbow.

December 1, 2021 Read more

Researchers test microchip for high-density synthesis of archival data storage DNA

Researchers have made significant advances toward the goal of a new microchip able to grow DNA strands that could provide high-density 3D archival data storage at ultra-low cost - and be able to hold that information for hundreds of years.

December 1, 2021 Read more

Polyimide-mica nanocomposite film with high resistance to low-Earth-orbit environments

Researchers propose a unique double-layer nacre-inspired structural design strategy, and fabricated a new polyimide-based nanocomposite film with greatly enhanced mechanical properties and atomic oxygen resistance.

December 1, 2021 Read more

Novel strategy to construct precious metal nanoparticle arrays directly on hydrogels

This facile self-assembly strategy is based on electrostatic adsorption and hydrogel shrinkage effect.

December 1, 2021 Read more

Revolutionary intelligent transistor can be adapted to perform very different tasks

Revolutionary new electronic components can be adapted to perform very different tasks - a technology perfectly suited for artificial intelligence.

December 1, 2021 Read more

Flu virus shells could improve delivery of mRNA into cells

This new approach by nanoengineers involves packing mRNA inside nanoparticles that mimic the flu virus - a naturally efficient vehicle for delivering genetic material such as RNA inside cells.

December 1, 2021 Read more

Visualizing temperature transport: An unexpected technique for nanoscale characterization

Thermal transport properties of molecular junctions in materials have remained difficult to characterize. Now, researchers unexpectedly discovered a combination of contact and non-contact thermal microscopy techniques that can be used to probe thermal transport properties at the nanoscale.

December 1, 2021 Read more

Shrinking qubits for quantum computing with 2D materials

Using atom-thin materials, researchers have built superconducting qubits that are a fraction of previous sizes, paving the way for smaller quantum computers.

December 1, 2021 Read more

Study introduces framework to understand new class of curved lattice materials

A new study introduces a framework to calculate the material properties of a new class of two-dimensional curved hexagonal lattices that could be used in the production of improved mechanical metamaterials found in bio-engineering, stretchable electronics, impact absorption and soft robots.

November 30, 2021 Read more

Researchers analyze surface properties of spider webs

Researchers have analyzed the surface properties of the Linothele fallax spider's silk and how they affect the properties of the material as a whole. The study demonstrates that spider web can be used in both surgery and food packaging.

November 30, 2021 Read more

New nanomedicine drug testing system to help cut down on animal testing

Researchers have developed a new nanomedicine testing system based on plant leaves. This new solution will make it possible to significantly cut down on animal testing.

November 30, 2021 Read more

How to turn ultrathin silicon black?

Researchers have discovered how to greatly enhance the optical absorption of (ultra)thin silicon films using a nanostructured backreflector. This is relevant for device applications in ultrathin solar cells, photodiode detectors, and CCD chips in cameras.

November 30, 2021 Read more