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Scientists achieve magnetic topology controlled by electrical pulses

Scientists have achieved current-controlled topological magnetic transformations at room temperature by tuning the pulse current.

August 20, 2021 Read more

Superconducting nanowire single-photon detectors: Next big thing in blood flow measurement

Novel detector system improves sensitivity for measurement of cerebral blood flow.

August 20, 2021 Read more

A peculiar state of matter in layers of semiconductors

In a study that could benefit quantum computing, researchers show a superlattice embedded with nanodots may be immune from dissipating energy to the environment.

August 19, 2021 Read more

Suggesting a roadmap to complex, integrated nanopore devices

International study reveals the mechanisms of conduction and breakdown during nanopore formation and suggests a roadmap to complex, integrated nanopore devices.

August 19, 2021 Read more

A photo-rechargeable lead-free perovskite lithium-ion battery generates energy and stores battery on a single device

Researchers developed an inexpensive, lightweight, and non-toxic (lead-free) photo-battery that has dual functions in harvesting solar energy and storing energy on a single device, making it possible to charge a battery under the sun, without having to plug the device into the wall.

August 19, 2021 Read more

Accessing high-spins in an artificial atom

Researchers measure the high-spin state of up to four electrons confined on a quantum dot using the quantum Hall effect, which may help enable a new resource for spin-based quantum computation.

August 19, 2021 Read more

Groundbreaking visualization of atomic movements

A collaboration of internationally leading researchers develops a novel method for imaging vibrations and movements of atoms in catalysts.

August 19, 2021 Read more

Artificial camouflage skin

Researchers developed a wearable artificial chameleon skin that can conceal itself immediately by detecting the surrounding background in real-time.

August 19, 2021 Read more

Electron-electron and spin-orbit interactions compete to control the electron

The interactions that compete to control electron spin can give rise to novel electronic states useful for future quantum technologies.

August 19, 2021 Read more

To reduce vehicle pollution, a single atom can do the work of several

Researchers hit on a way to reduce precious metals in engine aftertreatment systems.

August 19, 2021 Read more

Home-grown semiconductors for faster, smaller electronics

Growing electronic components directly onto a semiconductor block avoids messy, noisy oxidation scattering that slows and impedes electronic operation. A new study shows that the resulting high-mobility components are ideal candidates for high-frequency, ultra-small electronic devices, quantum dots, and for qubit applications in quantum computing.

August 19, 2021 Read more

Aided eye: Neural network helps augment 3D micro-CT images of fibrous materials

Researchers have used machine learning to help reconstruct three-dimensional micro-CT images of fibrous materials. This task, which is required for the advanced analysis of these materials, is extremely difficult and tedious for humans.

August 18, 2021 Read more

Combining perovskite with silicon, solar cells convert more energy from sun

Tandem solar cells with world-record efficiency of 29.52% could help rapidly scale up solar energy.

August 17, 2021 Read more

An artificial ionic neuron for tomorrow's electronic memories

Researchers have theorized how to develop artificial neurons using, as nerve cells, ions to carry the information. They report that devices made of a single layer of water transporting ions within graphene nanoslits have the same transmission capacity as a neuron.

August 17, 2021 Read more

Nanocluster discovery will protect precious metals

Scientists have created a new type of catalyst that will lead to new, sustainable ways of making and using molecules and protect the supply of precious metals.

August 17, 2021 Read more

'Thermal switches' made of graphene foam dynamically moderate heat of electronic devices

Engineers have developed a 'thermal switch' made up of compressible graphene foam, that dynamically adjusts to temperatures both inside and outside an electronic device to maintain consistent thermal management.

August 16, 2021 Read more