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Strength and weakness in nanoparticle glasses

Researchers propose a description for the microscopic mechanism of fragility transitions in glasses of compressible colloids, based on the regulation of osmotic equilibrium.

Jul 6th, 2017

Squid-inspired proteins can act as programmable assemblers of 2D materials

Squid-inspired proteins can act as programmable assemblers of 2D materials, like graphene oxide, to form hybrid materials with minute spacing between layers suitable for high-efficiency devices including flexible electronics, energy storage systems and mechanical actuators.

Jul 5th, 2017

3D integration of nanotechnologies on a single chip

Advance points toward new generation of computers for coming superstorm of data.

Jul 5th, 2017

The comeback kid - black phosphorus and its new potential

Scientists report that some commonly held assumptions about black phosphorus are incorrect and that the material is exceptionally tunable.

Jul 5th, 2017

'Nanolock' detects cancer mutation; could lead to early diagnoses, personalized therapies

Researchers have developed an accurate and sensitive method that can recognize a particular mutation in the genetic code that has been implicated in the disease. It could help physicians diagnose cancers earlier and treat them with individualized therapies.

Jul 5th, 2017

Nuclear magnetic resonance scanner for individual proteins

Thanks to improved resolution, a quantum sensor can now identify individual atoms in biomolecules.

Jul 5th, 2017

Structure and behavior of permanent magnets on the atomic level

Scientists explored on an atomic level how changes in iron content influence the micro-structure of samarium-cobalt based permanent magnets.

Jul 5th, 2017

Quantum dots make the leap from TVs to antibacterial eye drops

Researchers report that quantum dots may someday provide relief for eye infections resulting from contact lens wear, trauma or some types of surgeries.

Jul 5th, 2017

Producing a room temperature field-effect transistor using graphene's electron spin

Using the spin of the electrons in graphene and other layered material heterostructures, researchers have produced working devices as a step towards integrating spintronic logic and memory devices.

Jul 5th, 2017

'Near-zero-power' temperature sensor could make wearables, smart devices less power-hungry

This near-zero-power temperature sensor could extend the battery life of wearable or implantable devices that monitor body temperature, smart home monitoring systems, Internet of Things devices and environmental monitoring systems.

Jul 5th, 2017

High-precision control of printed electronics

Researchers show that 'ferroelectrochemistry', the combination of ferroelectricity and electrochemistry, can be used in displays in the field of printed electronics and in organic transistors.

Jul 5th, 2017

Nanoparticle research may mean less radioactive contamination, safer nuclear power plants

Researchers have created stainless steel filters treated with nanoparticles that are capable of capturing radioactive vapor materials. Just like air filters capture dust and dirt, these filters are capable of capturing large amounts of radioactive vapors.