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Scientists experimentally confirm electron model in complex molecules

Scientists verify a model describing the distribution of delocalized electrons in molecules.

Jun 3rd, 2016

Meta-lens works in the visible spectrum, sees smaller than a wavelength of light

High efficiency ultra-thin planar lens could replace heavy, bulky lenses in smart phones, cameras and telescopes.

Jun 2nd, 2016

Nanotubes' 'stuffing' as is

Researchers examined different types of carbon nanotubes' 'stuffing' and classified them according to the influence on the properties of the nanotubes.

Jun 2nd, 2016

Dentin nanostructures - a super-natural phenomenon

Dentin is one of the most durable biological materials in the human body. Researchers were able to show that the reason for this can be traced to its nanostructures and specifically to the interactions between the organic and inorganic components.

Jun 2nd, 2016

Tiny lasers enable next-gen microprocessors to run faster, less power-hungry

Scientists were able to fabricate tiny lasers directly on silicon - a huge breakthrough for the semiconductor industry and well beyond.

Jun 2nd, 2016

Graphene device could substantially increase the energy efficiency of fossil fuel-powered cars

The nano-device, known as a 'ballistic rectifier', is able to convert heat which would otherwise be wasted from the car exhaust and engine body into a useable electrical current.

Jun 2nd, 2016

Programmable materials find strength in molecular repetition

Synthetic proteins based on those found in a variety of squid species' ring teeth may lead the way to self-healing polymers carefully constructed for specific toughness and stretchability that might have applications in textiles, cosmetics and medicine.

Jun 2nd, 2016

Researchers mimic butterfly wing nanostructures for compact new technology

Inspired by the intricate structure of a butterfly wing, researchers have developed a technique that could be used to make more brilliant computer screens.

Jun 2nd, 2016

Magnetic memory - Keeping cool with graphene

The unusual thermal properties of graphene could help increase the storage capacity of magnetic memory.

Jun 2nd, 2016

Off the beaten track

An unusual silicon-rich alloy offers enhanced channeling of light for optical computer chips.

Jun 2nd, 2016

A switch for light wave electronics

Attosecond physics shows light-induced sub-atomic movement of electrons.

Jun 2nd, 2016

Nanoparticles to replace rare-earth elements in permanent magnets

Scientists have reported a new way to make nanoparticles that could replace some rare-earth materials and help ensure the continued supply of products people have come to depend on.

Jun 1st, 2016

Single-molecule nanocars taken for a rough ride

Researchers found in recent tests that driving their vehicles in ambient conditions - exposed to open air, rather than a vacuum - got dicey after a time because the hydrophobic single-molecule cars stuck to the 'road' and created what amounted to large speed bumps.