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Doped photovoltaics

Organic dye in zinc oxide interlayer stabilizes and boosts the performance of organic solar cells.

Aug 20th, 2019

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Cellulose nanofiber filter from algae could save lives

Researchers show that a previously unexploited green macroalgae species could be used to extract cellulose nanofibers, which can then be formed into paper sheets with tailored pore size that are utilized for point-of-use water treatment.

Aug 19th, 2019

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Graphene nanoflakes: a new tool for precision medicine

Chemists have created a new compound for flexible drug delivery that specifically targets prostate cancer cells. Incorporating four different molecules, the compound prevents tumour cells from multiplying, can be detected by medical imaging and has staying power in the bloodstream.

Aug 19th, 2019

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Nylon as a building block for transparent electronic devices?

Scientists have solved a four decade long challenge of producing very thin nylon films that can be used for instance in electronic memory components. The thin nylon films are several 100 times thinner than human hair and could thus be attractive for applications in bendable electronic devices or for electronics in clothing.

Aug 17th, 2019

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