New nanoparticles pack one-two punch against cancer
Layer-by-layer nanoparticles enable efficient delivery of multiple drugs into cancer cells.
Dec 9th, 2015
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Ratiometric sensing of toxins using quantum dots
Botulinum neurotoxin (BoNT) presents a significant hazard under numerous realistic scenarios. BoNT is the most toxic substance known. Current tests for BoNT are slow (2 days), lab-based, and complex. A new scheme offers quick, specific quantification by non-specialized personnel such as first responders in the field.
Dec 9th, 2015
Read moreDetecting and identifying explosives with quantum dots
The proof-of-concept sensor is designed to quickly identify and quantify five commonly used explosives in solution to help track toxic contamination in waste water and improve the safety of public spaces.
Dec 9th, 2015
Read moreNew nanotechnology manufacturing technique advances imaging, biosensing technology
Researchers invented a novel way to build nanolenses in large arrays using a combination of chemical and lithographic techniques.
Dec 9th, 2015
Read moreHighly efficient biomimetic membrane can potentially lower cost of water purification by 30 per cent
Inspired by the mangrove plant and human kidney, this novel biomimetic membrane is mechanically stronger and allows only water molecules to pass through.
Dec 9th, 2015
Read moreNear zero friction from nanoscale lubricants
Researchers have attained superlubricity, the near absence of friction, at a carbon-silica interface using nanodiamonds wrapped in graphene flakes.
Dec 8th, 2015
Read moreEvaporation-powered motor and light
Bacterial spore-polymer composites harness energy from evaporation to power locomotion and generate electricity.
Dec 8th, 2015
Read morePlant-inspired power plants
A team of chemical engineers recently identified the two main factors for determining the optimal catalyst for turning atmospheric CO2 into liquid fuel. The results of the study will streamline the search for an inexpensive yet highly effective new catalyst.
Dec 8th, 2015
Read moreNew probe advances understanding of photoelectrodes
Scientists have developed a new probe that could lead to a better photoelectrochemical cell.
Dec 8th, 2015
Read moreResearchers develop nanoscale probes for ssDNA sustainability under UV radiation
Innovative approach integrating multi-color fluorescence experiments with quantum mechanical theory has great potential for monitoring DNA radiation damage live.
Dec 8th, 2015
Read moreScientists report a high performance nanoparticle electrocatalyst
Scientists have reported highly durable and active intermetallic platinum-iron (PtFe) nanoparticles (NPs) coated with nitrogen (N) doped carbon shell.
Dec 8th, 2015
Read moreLocal-strain techniques in FD-SOI fabrication improve Next-generation performance, energy use
Engineers have developed two techniques to induce local strain in FD-SOI processes for next-generation FD-SOI circuits that will produce more speed at the same, or lower, power consumption, and improve performance.
Dec 8th, 2015
Read moreAn elegant method for fitting various functional coatings to silicon microwires
The method makes it possible to create relatively easily a wire that is coated on its lower side with platinum, for example, and with silver on top. The wires can be used potentially for generating renewable energy or for purifying water.
Dec 8th, 2015
Read moreA new way to deliver microRNAs for cancer treatment
Scientists exploit gene therapy to shrink tumors in mice with an aggressive form of breast cancer.
Dec 8th, 2015
Read moreMinuscule pillars double the efficiency of solar cells
Solar cells are generally flat. However, by adding minuscule silicon pillars to the surface, it is possible to more than double the amount of energy produced for each surface.
Dec 8th, 2015
Read moreUsing atoms to turn optical nanofiber guided light on and off
Researchers have created a light-mediated on/off switch in optical nanofibers that could be used for transferring quantum information in the future.
Dec 8th, 2015
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