Transparent window coatings that keep buildings and cars cool on sunny days. Devices that could more than triple solar cell efficiencies. Thin, lightweight shields that block thermal detection.
Feb 2nd, 2017
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Scientists have discovered an entirely new class of materials based on boranes that might have widespread potential applications, including improved diagnostic tools for cancer and other diseases as well as low-cost solar energy cells.
Feb 2nd, 2017
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Researchers develop a method for sensing the electric field generated in semiconductor devices during operation. The technique is demonstrated for a diamond device, with nitrogen-vacancy centers acting as local electric-field probes, subject to bias voltages up to 150 volt.
Feb 2nd, 2017
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Scientists ran a series of hard particle simulations to study melting in two-dimensional systems. Specifically, the team explored how particle shape affects the physics of a 2-D solid-to-fluid melting transition.
Feb 1st, 2017
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Researchers map iron-platinum particle in unprecedented detail.
Feb 1st, 2017
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Physicists have developed a new simulation method for optical elements that form the basis of numerous modern instruments and devices.
Feb 1st, 2017
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In an effort to improve VOC detection, researchers set out to improve sensor sensitivity by modifying the particle and pore sizes of Tin-dioxide nanocrystals on sensing film.
Feb 1st, 2017
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To help stem the tide of dyes from entering streams and rivers, scientists report a nonpolluting method to color textiles using 3-D colloidal crystals.
Feb 1st, 2017
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Researchers have developed a new fluorescence microscopy method: STEDD (Stimulation Emission Double Depletion) nanoscopy produces images of highest resolution with suppressed background. The new method yields an enhanced image quality, which is advantageous when analyzing three-dimensional, densely arranged subcellular structures.
Feb 1st, 2017
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Using advanced imaging techniques, scientists have been able to observe what exactly happens inside a cathode particle as lithium-ion batteries are charged and discharged.
Feb 1st, 2017
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Novel invention presents promising applications in spectroscopy, safety surveillance, cancer diagnosis, imaging and communication.
Jan 31st, 2017
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Research investigates cellular structures and provides commercial applications.
Jan 31st, 2017
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Researchers have found unique atomic-scale processes in crystal lattice of antiferroelectric lead zirconate during synchrotron x-ray scattering experiment.
Jan 31st, 2017
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The silk of the Ornithoctonus Huwena spider demonstrates impressive weight-lifting abilities with efficient, water-driven actuation.
Jan 31st, 2017
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New insight into two states of a viral protein reveal its function as a DNA-sensor and gives a roadmap for developing anti-viral therapy for pathogenic DNA viruses.
Jan 31st, 2017
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Scientists have developed a novel graphene-based pyroelectric bolometer that detects infrared radiation to measure temperature with an ultrahigh level of accuracy.
Jan 31st, 2017
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