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Wile E. Coyote's fall inspires development of new properties of silicon

An international team of scientists has discovered a new type of silicon that could be used to control light beams in a new kind of photonic chip - a chipset where information is carried by light beams rather than electrical currents.

Feb 27th, 2018

Super-resolution microscopy in both space and time

A research team has developed a technique that can perform both 3D super-resolution microscopy and fast 3D phase imaging in a single instrument.

Feb 27th, 2018

First nanoscale look at how lithium ions navigate a molecular maze to reach battery electrode

Lithium ions have to travel through layers of molecules in the electrolyte liquid before they can enter or leave a lithium-ion battery electrode. Tweaking this process could help batteries charge faster.

Feb 26th, 2018

Carbon nanotube yarn taps nerves for electroceutical treatments and diagnostics

Yarn weaved from carbon nanotubes monitors brain control of organ functions in rats, paves way for disease diagnosis and treatment at single nerve level.

Feb 26th, 2018

Researchers find metal in 'metal-free' graphene catalysts

Study of graphene catalysts finds trace of manganese, suggests better ultrathin fuel-cell components.

Feb 26th, 2018

Bioinspired design for new electrode could boost supercapacitors' performance

Mechanical engineers have designed a super-efficient and long-lasting electrode for supercapacitors. The device's design was inspired by the structure and function of leaves on tree branches, and it is more than 10 times more efficient than other designs.

Feb 26th, 2018

Clever nanocoating opens door to smart windows

New ultra-thin coating responds to heat and cold.

Feb 26th, 2018

Majorana runners go long range: New topological phases of matter unveiled

Merging of Majorana particles in a topological superconductor opens new avenues for quantum technologies.

Feb 26th, 2018

New technique allows printing of flexible, stretchable silver nanowire circuits

Researchers have developed a new technique that allows them to print circuits on flexible, stretchable substrates using silver nanowires. The advance makes it possible to integrate the material into a wide array of electronic devices.

Feb 26th, 2018

A new way to grow nanowires

The new mask-free fabrication approach uses a liquid ink precursor to produce nanoscale materials, allowing researchers to predict and optimize the geometric shape of the resulting structure.

Feb 26th, 2018

Glowing designer sponges: New nanoparticles engineered to image and treat cancer

Scientists have designed and synthesized nanoparticles that glow red and are stable, useful properties for tracking cancer growth and spread.

Feb 26th, 2018

Going with the DNA flow: Molecule of life finds new uses in microelectronics

Researchers have recently designed, created and tested a DNA circuit capable of splitting and combining current, much like an adapter that can connect multiple appliances to a wall outlet.

Feb 26th, 2018

Nanomaterials: what are the environmental and health risks?

Over 100 scientists from 25 research institutions and industries in 12 different European Countries have completed one of the first attempts to understand the risks nanomaterials carry throughout their life-cycle, starting from their fabrication and ending in being discarded or recycled.