Researchers succeeded in significantly increasing the stability and biocompatibility of special light-transducing nanoparticles. The team has developed upconverting nanoparticles that not only convert infrared light into UV-visible light, but also are water-soluble, remain stable in complex body fluids such as blood serum, and can be used to store medications.
Nov 13th, 2018
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Machine learning is increasing the pace of development of customised carbon surfaces with a wide variety of applications.
Nov 13th, 2018
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A lack of quality control in the graphene market has led to inferior products being touted as high-grade, so now a research team has developed a reliable way to test graphene quality.
Nov 13th, 2018
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Team uncovers a new and simple way to learn the structures of small molecules.
Nov 12th, 2018
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Scientists developed a technology for trapping and chemical analysis of organic and non-organic molecules at ultra low concentrations.
Nov 12th, 2018
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Scientists have developed a means of printing transistor-based glucose sensors directly onto a catheter attached to a wearable pump. Diabetics can program the pump to deliver insulin and glucagon, the hormones they need to regulate blood sugar.
Nov 12th, 2018
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Researchers capture detailed images using electron-based imaging and computer simulations.
Nov 12th, 2018
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Researchers fabricated an efficient perovskite/silicon tandem device whose silicon layer was etched on the back-side.
Nov 12th, 2018
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Researchers have developed a new fabrication process for transparent ultra-thin silver films. The material may help build highly efficient solar cells and light-emitting diodes.
Nov 12th, 2018
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Molecules to the MAX!, an animated adventure aimed at exciting and educating kids about the world of atoms and molecules, is now available for streaming video from iTunes and Amazon.
Nov 12th, 2018
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Minimally invasive patch delivers exact doses directly into cells, lessens pain, toxicity.
Nov 10th, 2018
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Scientists found a way of improving the crystal structure prediction algorithms, making the discovery of new compounds multiple times faster.
Nov 9th, 2018
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Scientists have developed a revolutionary method for the easy and inexpensive production of irradiated nanodiamonds and other nanomaterials suitable for use in highly sensitive diagnostics of diseases, including various types of cancer.
Nov 9th, 2018
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Innovative experimental scheme can create tailor-made mirror molecules.
Nov 9th, 2018
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Scientists have designed a portable and affordable mobile diagnostic tool, utilizing a cellphone and nanotechnology, with the ability to detect HIV viruses and monitor its management in resource-limited regions.
Nov 9th, 2018
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Researchers have begun a small clinical trial using gold nanoparticles that act as tumor-seeking missiles on a mission to remove prostate cancer.
Nov 9th, 2018
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