'Frogs' and 'mushrooms' bubble up in quantum fluids
Exotic states of matter mix to form fanciful shapes in supercomputer simulations.
Posted: Apr 5th, 2018
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New camera inspired by butterfly eyes improves image-guided cancer surgery
Compact and affordable camera helps surgeons see cancer cells.
Posted: Apr 5th, 2018
Read moreTwisting laser light offers the chance to probe the nano-scale
A new method to sensitively measure the structure of molecules has been demonstrated by twisting laser light and aiming it at miniscule gold gratings to separate out wavelengths.
Posted: Apr 5th, 2018
Read moreHow do very small particles behave at very high temperatures?
Some of the potential applications of nanotechnology, for example in catalysis and aerospace, may subject particles of only nanometre dimensions to very high temperatures. How well will they survive the experience?
Posted: Apr 5th, 2018
Read moreScientists explain what happens when nanoparticles collide
Study results could one day inform the design of new materials for protective gear, energy-harvesting devices and more.
Posted: Apr 5th, 2018
Read moreNanoparticles may cause DNA damage to brain cells across a cellular barrier
Discovery has implications for the development of potential drug targets in treatment of neurodegenerative conditions.
Posted: Apr 5th, 2018
Read moreBreakthrough made in atomically thin magnets
Scientists have managed to control atomically thin magnets with an electric field, a breakthrough that provides a blueprint for producing exceptionally powerful and efficient data storage in computer chips, among other applications.
Posted: Apr 5th, 2018
Read moreSelf-healing metal oxides could protect against corrosion
Researchers find an ultrathin layer of aluminum oxide, though solid, can flow like a liquid instead of cracking.
Posted: Apr 4th, 2018
Read moreTuning in to magnetic ink
A new ink containing iron-oxide nanoparticles can be turned into fully printed and versatile components for cellular networks.
Posted: Apr 4th, 2018
Read moreResearch team develops cost effective technique for mass production of high-quality graphene
Novel method uses 50 times less solvent than conventional methods.
Posted: Apr 4th, 2018
Read moreSmart ink adds new dimensions to 3-D printing
New technique promises to change the shape -- and color -- of printing.
Posted: Apr 4th, 2018
Read moreScientists create 'Swiss army knife' for electron beams
Pocket accelerator combines four functions in one device.
Posted: Apr 3rd, 2018
Read moreResearchers develop nanoparticle films for high-density data storage
New holographic data storage medium could enable wearable technology that captures and stores detailed 3-D images.
Posted: Apr 3rd, 2018
Read moreNew research shows how paper-cutting can make ultra strong, stretchable electronics
In new work, a research team describes how kirigami has inspired its efforts to build malleable electronic circuits.
Posted: Apr 3rd, 2018
Read moreA new metasurface model shows potential to control acoustic wave reflection
Researchers show how a thin, elastic metasurface could reflect an incoming soundwave?s fundamental frequency as its second harmonic. This new material concept could enhance noise control in performances, city soundscapes and submarines.
Posted: Apr 3rd, 2018
Read moreHigh-speed and on-silicon-chip graphene blackbody emitters
Integrated light emitters for optical communications.
Posted: Apr 3rd, 2018
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