Study finds unexpected long-range particle interactions (w/video)
Spinning cells could attract each other across surprisingly long distances.
Apr 11th, 2016
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Physicists discover new material that may speed computing
Physicists have discovered a topological metal, PtSn4 (platinum and tin), with a unique electronic structure that may someday lead to energy efficient computers with increased processor speeds and data storage.
Apr 11th, 2016
Read moreTumble-proof cargo transporter in biological cells
New model shows how collective transport by synthetic nanomotors along biopolymer filaments can be effectively directed.
Apr 11th, 2016
Read moreTopology explains queer electrical current boost in non-magnetic metal
An international team of physicists has discovered that applying a magnetic field to a non-magnetic metal made it conduct 70% more electricity, even though basic physics principles would have predicted the opposite.
Apr 11th, 2016
Read morePhotochemical metallization allows the manufacture of touchscreens in a single step
Researchers are presenting a new process that, in a single step, allows manufacture of conductive paths that are just a few micrometers in width on flexible foils. As a result, new designs for appliances with flexible or even rollable displays will be possible.
Apr 11th, 2016
Read moreNew research pioneers nanotechnology for gas sensing
A team of scientists have created a new type of device that could be used to develop cost-effective gas sensors.
Apr 11th, 2016
Read moreEnergy storage materials under pressure
Surprising discovery: the adsorption capacity of MOFs does not rise automatically with increasing pressure.
Apr 11th, 2016
Read moreBattery components can take the heat
Researchers create robust 'white graphene' electrolyte and separator for lithium-ion batteries.
Apr 11th, 2016
Read moreGraphene Flagship announces a new Work Package to design 2D-materials-based biomedical technologies
The Biomedical Technologies Work Package will focus on the development of smart implants with therapeutic functionality for specific clinical outcomes in disciplines such as neurology, ophthalmology and surgery.
Apr 11th, 2016
Read moreThe future is here: Interactive screens on your packages
Instead of reading a label, consumers could be interacting with an electronic screen on packaging in the future.
Apr 9th, 2016
Read moreServing up fresh, clean, and monolayer-thin MoO3 nanosheets
Materials scientists have overcome a set of challenges in synthesis and isolation of ultra-thin alpha-MoO3 layers.
Apr 9th, 2016
Read moreDressed to kill: Tailoring a suit for tumor-penetrating cancer meds
Researchers believe that the trick to gaining access to the pernicious cellular masses is to give the nanoparticles a new look - and that dressing to impress will be able to get them past the tumor's biological bouncers.
Apr 9th, 2016
Read moreClearing the way for real-world applications of superhydrophobic surfaces
In their perspective article, researchers call for consistent and standardized testing of superhydrophobic, i.e. extremely water-repellent, materials.
Apr 9th, 2016
Read moreA teacher, a spy, a shield: This nanoparticle wears many hats in the body
That, in a nutshell, describes the different functions of a nanoparticle that can improve therapies for autoimmune diseases, genetic disorders and other ailments that are treated with biologic drugs.
Apr 8th, 2016
Read moreWearable sweat sensor thanks to battery-free 'water pump' inspired by plants
Plants and trees soak up water in the soil by letting it vaporize through pores in the leaves. Scientists have now taken this principle to develop a sweat sensor through which the sweat itself flows at a steady rate and is analyzed.
Apr 8th, 2016
Read moreIntracellular recordings using nanotower electrodes
Nanoscale-tipped high-aspect-ratio vertical microneedle electrodes for intracellular recordings.
Apr 8th, 2016
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