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Researchers' light-controlled nanoparticles will play key role in biosensor development

Scientists have developed a production method for biointegrable nanoparticles that can be controlled via heat. With light irradiation, these particles change not only their shape, but their color, too. This discovery will be beneficial to the development of non-invasive biosensors, signal systems, and non-toxic dyes.

May 11, 2021 Read more

Stabilizer residue in nanoparticle inks found to inhibit conductivity in 3D printed electronic

Very thin layers of organic stabiliser residue in metal nanoparticle inks are behind a loss of conductivity in 3D printed materials and electronic devices.

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Novel nano-carrier increases the efficacy of Chinese medicine treatment for breast cancer

Researchers have developed a novel targeted therapy for triple-negative breast cancer that uses a specially-designed nano-carrier to deliver the Chinese medicine compound gambogic acid.

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Graphene key for novel hardware security device

Researchers used graphene to develop a novel low-power, scalable, reconfigurable hardware security device with significant resilience to AI attacks.

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Quantum mechanics paves the way for more stable organic solar cells

Quantum mechanics can be used to create more stable and more easily produced organic solar cells.

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Magnetic nanoparticles pull valuable elements from water sources (w/video)

Earth-friendly process may help make critical materials sourcing economically feasible.

May 10, 2021 Read more

Not all 2D materials are as strong as graphene: TMDs get weaker when thickness decreases

A new study reveals that MoSe2, a prominent material of the transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs) family, loses relative stiffness when its thickness is reduced.

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Foldable, organic and easily broken down: Why DNA is the material of choice for nanorobots

While DNA nanorobots are a long way from being used in people, progress is being made in the lab.

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A new way to look at the inner workings of tiny magnets

Movies of micromagnets could further our understanding of materials for the next generation of computers.

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Microneedle patch delivers antibiotics locally in the skin

The microneedle patches consist of miniaturized needles made from a polymer that is loaded with the drug.

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Scientists store light for over one hour

Researchers extended the storage time of the optical memories to over one hour. It broke the record of one minute achieved by researchers in 2013, and made a great stride towards the application of quantum memories.

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Researchers develop light emitter for quantum circuits

The promise of a quantum internet depends on the complexities of harnessing light to transmit quantum information over fiber optic networks. A potential step forward was reported by researchers who developed integrated chips that can generate light particles on demand and without the need for extreme refrigeration.

May 10, 2021 Read more

Chill out: advanced solar tech runs cooler and lasts longer

New mechanisms for converting sunlight to electricity more efficiently are also beneficial for extending the lifespan of solar panels.

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A new device can light up 100 LED bulbs with a single drop of water (w/video)

A droplet-based electricity generator features a new transistor structure that enables highly efficient energy conversion rates from single drops of falling water.

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Hologram experts can now create real-life images that move in the air (w/video)

They may be tiny weapons, but a holography research group has figured out how to create lightsabers - green for Yoda and red for Darth Vader, naturally - with actual luminous beams rising from them.

May 7, 2021 Read more

Successful synthesis of perovskite visible-light-absorbing semiconductor material

Researchers have developed and characterized a new semiconductor material for application in process components stimulated by light. The findings have, for the first time, suggested a new way to reduce the band gap in cheaper and non-toxic tin-based oxide semiconductors for efficient light-based applications.

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