Novel chip for fast and accurate disease detection at low cost
Innovative microfluidic chip uses only standard lab microscope to spot nano-biomolecules without any fluorescent labels.
Mar 29th, 2018
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Scientists mix the unmixable to create 'shocking' nanoparticles
A multi-institutional team of researchers is the first to create nanoscale particles composed of up to eight distinct elements generally known to be immiscible, or incapable of being mixed or blended together.
Mar 29th, 2018
Read moreTwisting graphene into spirals
Researchers report for the first time the successful synthesis of hexa-peri-hexabenzo[7]helicene, or 'helical nanographene'.
Mar 29th, 2018
Read moreSugar-coated nanosheets selectively target pathogens
2-D sheets mimic the surface of cells.
Mar 29th, 2018
Read moreA paperlike LCD - thin, flexible, tough and cheap
Optoelectronic engineers have manufactured a special type of liquid crystal display (LCD) that is paper-thin, flexible, light and tough. With this, a daily newspaper could be uploaded onto a flexible paperlike display that could be updated as fast as the news cycles.
Mar 28th, 2018
Read moreNanoplatelets could make TVs more energy efficient
Researchers have discovered new optical properties in sheet-like materials that could eventually make flat-screen televisions, laptops and other light-emitting appliances more energy-efficient.
Mar 28th, 2018
Read moreKnitting electronics with yarn batteries
When someone thinks about knitting, they usually don't conjure up an image of sweaters and scarves made of yarn that can power watches and lights. But that's just what one group is reporting.
Mar 28th, 2018
Read moreDragonfly-inspired nanocoating kills bacteria upon contact
Inspired by studies on dragonflies and cicadas, scientists grew nanopilllars of zinc oxide, a compound known for its anti-bacterial and non-toxic properties.
Mar 28th, 2018
Read morePutting quantum scientists in the driver's seat
Scientists are conducting fundamental physics research that will lead to more control over mercurial quantum systems and materials. Their studies will enable advancements in quantum computing, sensing, simulation, and materials development.
Mar 27th, 2018
Read moreNew glass-like polymer could conduct electricity for transparent electronics
Researchers have created a transparent polymer film that also conducts electricity, introducing an inexpensive organic material for applications such as the screens of electronic devices.
Mar 27th, 2018
Read moreThe future of photonics using quantum dots
Quantum-dot lasers are promising for integrated photonic circuits.
Mar 27th, 2018
Read moreNew nanotweezers open door to innovations in medicine, mobile tech
Scientists have developed opto-thermoelectric nanotweezers (OTENT) that will help lead to a greater understanding of matter and biological systems and open a range of possibilities for fundamental and technical innovation in nanophotonics.
Mar 27th, 2018
Read moreExploring the thermoelectric properties of tin selenide nanostructures
Researchers discover that nanometer-thick tin selenide crafted in thin films of connected ?nanoflakes? shows promise for thermoelectric energy conversion.
Mar 27th, 2018
Read moreMolecular prison forces diatomic inmates to cell floor
Organic prison too crowded for molecular inmates to move about freely.
Mar 27th, 2018
Read moreCell-penetrating 'nanodrills' show promise for intracellular drug delivery
Researchers have created new nanomaterials able to cross cell membranes, establishing a novel platform for the intracellular delivery of molecular drugs and other cargo.
Mar 27th, 2018
Read moreUnderstanding nanocatalysts' 'talk' could better inform design
Scientists published a paper, the culmination of years of study, that lays out a conceptual framework for understanding how a nanocatalyst particle works. The work could help inform better design of synthetic nanocatalysts down the road.
Mar 27th, 2018
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