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Robust new process forms 3-D shapes from flat sheets of graphene

Researchers have developed a new approach for forming 3D shapes from flat, 2D sheets of graphene, paving the way for future integrated systems of graphene-MEMS hybrid devices and flexible electronics.

Jun 23rd, 2015

Nanobiosensor designed to detect herbicides can help diagnose multiple sclerosis

The early diagnosis of certain types of cancer and nervous system diseases may soon be facilitated by the use of a new detection device.

Jun 23rd, 2015

Single-nanocatalyst water splitter produces clean-burning hydrogen 24/7

Scientists have invented a low-cost water splitter that uses a single catalyst to produce both hydrogen and oxygen gas 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The device could provide a renewable source of clean-burning hydrogen fuel for transportation and industry.

Jun 23rd, 2015

Mirror-like display creates rich color pixels by harnessing ambient light

Using a simple structure comprising a mirror and an absorbing layer to take advantage of the wave properties of light, researchers have developed a display technology that harnesses natural ambient light to produce an unprecedented range of colors and superior viewing experience.

Jun 23rd, 2015

Revolutionary quantum technology research receives funding boost

Vastly improved medical imaging and guaranteed secure communications are a step closer following a funding boost of more than GBP700,000 in new quantum technology projects at Lancaster University.

Jun 23rd, 2015

2D titanium trisulfide's properties show promise

One completed a series of theoretical calculations to predict its properties with the help of a massive computing center. The other grew it in bulk before waxing its atom-thin whiskers with the assistance of adhesive tape.

Jun 23rd, 2015

Kirigami art could enable stretchable plasma screens

In the future, a little bend in your smartphone might be considered a feature rather than a defect. An important component of future electronics that can be rolled up, folded or embedded in flexible objects is the stretchable conductor, which would make up components like wires and electrodes.

Jun 23rd, 2015

Scientists present III-V epitaxy and integration to go below 14nm

Scientists have unveiled a breakthrough approach in two publications for growing and integrating nano-sized III-V semiconductor devices on silicon. Both papers offer the microelectronics industry a possible answer to the long term challenge of creating a new powerful and energy efficient, yet smaller transistor to pave path for technology scaling for advanced CMOS nodes.

Jun 23rd, 2015

Robust graphene based dual-phase Li metal anode with polysulfide-induced solid electrolyte interphase

Researchers have proposed an efficient and stable dual-phase lithium metal anode for Li-S batteries, containing polysulfide-induced solid electrolyte interphase and nanostructured graphene framework.

Jun 23rd, 2015

Toward tiny, solar-powered sensors

New ultralow-power circuit improves efficiency of energy harvesting to more than 80 percent.

Jun 23rd, 2015

Sweeping lasers snap together nanoscale geometric grids

New technique rapidly creates multi-layered, self-assembled grids with fully customizable shapes and compositions.

Jun 23rd, 2015

Printing with nanomaterials a cost-friendly, eco-friendly alternative

When compared to traditional methods used in microelectronics fabrication, using inkjet technology to print electronic nanomaterials onto flexible substrates conserves material and is more environmentally friendly.

Jun 22nd, 2015

Scientists use nanotechnology to grow living E.coli bacteria into very different shapes: squares, triangles, circles

Scientists have found a way to use nanotechnology to grow living E.coli bacteria into very different shapes: squares, triangles, circles, and even as letters. They also managed to grow supersized E.coli with a volume thirty times larger than normal. These living oddly-shaped bacteria allow studies of the internal distribution of proteins and DNA in entirely new ways.