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A new strategy to fabricate self-assembled catalytic materials

Researchers designed a novel bottom-up scalable process, using low cost chemical ingredients, to create three dimensional porous architectures from silica - with a complexity rivalling that found in nature.

Nov 20th, 2015

Quantum simulation: A better understanding of magnetism

Physicists use ultracold atoms to imitate the behaviour of electrons in a solid.

Nov 20th, 2015

Breakthrough allows tracking of single molecules in 3-D with nanoscale accuracy

New method builds on Nobel Prize-winning technique, with exciting implications for understanding the inner workings of cells and neurons.

Nov 20th, 2015

Melting of frozen frustrations

Computations reveal how quantum interactions can break a deadlock in magnetic spin ice oxides.

Nov 20th, 2015

Superhero boom inspires science contest for nanotechnology-inspired gear

A brand-new competition, awarding finalists the opportunity to present their entries at the 2016 USA Science and Engineering Festival and compete for cash prizes, opens today for high school students interested in science, engineering and superpowers.

Nov 20th, 2015

Producing large-area graphene around 100 times cheaper than ever before

Affordable graphene production could lead to a wide range of new technologies reaching the market, including synthetic skin capable of providing sensory feedback to people with limb prostheses.

Nov 20th, 2015

Nanocarriers may carry new hope for brain cancer therapy

Researchers have developed a new family of nanocarriers, called 3HM, that meets all the size and stability requirements for effectively delivering therapeutic drugs to the brain for the treatment of a deadly form of cancer known as glioblastoma multiforme.

Nov 19th, 2015

Atomic-level imaging captures real-time view of evolving fuel cell catalysts

Atomic-level imaging of catalysts could help manufacturers lower the cost and improve the performance of emission-free fuel cell technologies.

Nov 19th, 2015

Creating a new vision for multifunctional materials

The protective shell of a sea-dwelling chiton paves the way towards new materials that combine different functions.

Nov 19th, 2015

Researchers discover salty solution to better, safer batteries

Researchers have devised a groundbreaking 'Water-in-Salt' aqueous Lithium ion battery technology that could provide power, efficiency and longevity comparable to today's Lithium-ion batteries, but without the fire risk, poisonous chemicals and environmental hazards of current Lithium batteries.

Nov 19th, 2015

New process expands catalyst options for electrolysis and fuel cells

A new method could yield better and more economical options for creating hydrogen fuel.

Nov 19th, 2015

Smart supercapacitor fiber with shape memory

Researchers have introduced a new type of fiber-shaped supercapacitor for energy-storage textiles. Thanks to their shape memory, these textiles could potentially adapt to different body types: shapes formed by stretching and bending remain 'frozen', but can be returned to their original form or reshaped as desired.