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Stretching a material offers a way of tuning an exotic form of magnetism

A method for controlling magnetic skyrmions through applying a strain to a material has been demonstrated by researchers. Such skyrmions are potentially useful for low-power magnetic memories.

Oct 9th, 2015

Characterizing electrons in the smallest devices

A technique for investigating the magnetic properties of electrons in quantum point contacts leads to a better understanding of these quantum devices.

Oct 9th, 2015

Faster design - better catalysts

Catalyst design plays a key role in improving these processes. An international team of scientists has now developed a concept that elegantly correlates geometric and adsorption properties. They validated their approach by designing a new platinum-based catalyst for fuel cell applications.

Oct 8th, 2015

How does titanium oxide promote water oxidation in hematite-based photoanodes?

Researchers have conducted a systematic mechanistic study of the origin of the titanium-induced enhanced photoactivity in Hematite-based photoanodes.

Oct 8th, 2015

Nanoencapsulated bacteriophages for enhanced oral phage therapy

Encapsulated bacteriophages are more resistant to the stomach low pH and increase their residence time in the intestinal tract of broilers.

Oct 8th, 2015

Bionanotechnologists create microchannels with 3D printing (w/video)

Bionanotechnologists have developed a new, inexpensive way to make microfluidic devices without using costly materials or cleanroom facilities. The technique, which uses a 3D printer and Lego plastic, is called ESCARGOT.

Oct 8th, 2015

Scientists float new approach to creating computer memory

A new achievement brings skyrmions a step closer for use in real-world data storage as well as other novel magnetic and electronic technologies.

Oct 8th, 2015

Laser spectroscopy of ultrathin semiconductor reveals rise of 'trion' quasiparticles

Insight into dynamics may spur improved materials for solar energy, quantum computing.

Oct 8th, 2015

Smaller silver nanoparticles more likely to be absorbed by aquatic life

A key component of products ranging from toothpaste to apparel, the tiny particles can easily wash into rivers and lakes.

Oct 8th, 2015

Way cheaper catalyst may lower fuel costs for hydrogen-powered cars

Bringing closer a mass market for hydrogen-powered cars, researchers are upgrading $0.37/gram molybdenum disulfide, 'molly' for short, to take the place of $1,500/gram catalyst platinum. Unlike gasoline, hydrogen as fuel releases water, not carbon, into the air.