Meter-sized single-crystal graphene growth becomes possible
Researchers found a new way to prepare 5×50 square-centimeter single-crystal graphene on industrial copper foils.
Aug 22nd, 2017
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Physicists find strange state of matter in superconducting crystal
The findings lay the groundwork for answering one of the most compelling questions in physics: How do correlated electron systems work, and are they related to one another?
Aug 22nd, 2017
Read moreNanolaser can detect, kill circulating tumor cells to prevent cancer metastases
A nanolaser known as the spaser can serve as a super-bright, water-soluble, biocompatible probe capable of finding metastasized cancer cells in the blood stream and then killing these cells, according to a new research study.
Aug 22nd, 2017
Read morePhysicists resolve long-standing mystery of structure-less transition
A team of physicists use a synchrotron radiation X-ray source to probe a so-called 'structure-less' transition and develop a new understanding of molecular conductors.
Aug 22nd, 2017
Read moreClay-based antimicrobial packaging keeps food fresh
Researchers have developed a packaging film coated with clay nanotubes packed with an antibacterial essential oil.
Aug 22nd, 2017
Read moreCreating a molecular super sponge, from the ground up
A new uranium-based metal-organic framework, NU-1301, could aid energy producers and industry.
Aug 22nd, 2017
Read moreSmart label could let you know when to toss food and cosmetics
Detecting food and cosmetic spoilage and contamination. Identifying new medicinal plants in a remote jungle. Authenticating tea and wine. Scientists have developed a low-cost, portable, paper-based sensor that can potentially carry out all of these functions with easy-to-read results.
Aug 22nd, 2017
Read moreA traffic cop for molecules
Easily manufactured membranes aid efficient chemical separation.
Aug 22nd, 2017
Read moreStretchable biofuel cells extract energy from sweat to power wearable devices
A team of engineers has developed stretchable fuel cells that extract energy from sweat and are capable of powering electronics, such as LEDs and Bluetooth radios.
Aug 22nd, 2017
Read moreElectrons flowing like liquid in graphene start a new wave of physics
A new understanding of the physics of conductive materials has been uncovered by scientists observing the unusual movement of electrons in graphene.
Aug 21st, 2017
Read moreElectronic skin takes wearable health monitors to the next level
A soft, stick-on patch collects, analyzes and wirelessly transmits a variety of health metrics from the body to a smartphone.
Aug 21st, 2017
Read moreNanotechnology helps rewarm fast-frozen donor tissue, enabling long-term viability
SWIFT magnetic resonance tool assures removal of nanoparticles from rewarmed samples.
Aug 21st, 2017
Read moreSilk could improve sensitivity, flexibility of wearable body sensors
Scientists report they are on the cusp of using silk to develop a more sensitive and flexible generation of these multi-purpose devices that monitor a slew of body functions in real time.
Aug 21st, 2017
Read moreNanomaterial wrap for improved tissue imaging
Researchers describe how wrapping biological tissue in a nanosheet of a particular organic material results in high-quality microscopy images.
Aug 21st, 2017
Read moreLight-weight ceramic materials a model for lighter armor
A new model that describes the granular material response more accurately by studying the stress state at which a variety of ceramics fail as reported in the literature by various research teams.
Aug 18th, 2017
Read moreThe power of perovskite
Researchers improved perovskite-based technology in the entire energy cycle, from solar cells harnessing power to LED diodes to light the screens of future electronic devices and other lighting applications.
Aug 18th, 2017
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