Symposium explores possibilities of origami nanomachines
Origami usually brings to mind folded paper cranes, but scientists see in origami the promise of nanoscale machinery.
Jun 26th, 2017
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Scientists create a cellular guillotine for studying single-cell wound repair
In an effort to understand how single cells heal, mechanical engineers have developed a microscopic guillotine that efficiently cuts cells in two. Learning more about single-cell wound repair could lead to self-healing materials and machines.
Jun 26th, 2017
Read moreNew class of 'soft' semiconductors could transform HD displays
Researchers find tunable halide perovskites could usher in new generation of optoelectronic devices.
Jun 26th, 2017
Read moreThwarting metastasis by breaking cancer's legs with gold nanorods
Migration halted in human carcinoma cultures in vitro via local, targeted gold nanorod photothermal therapy with NIR laser.
Jun 26th, 2017
Read moreUltra-compact phase modulators based on graphene plasmons
Researchers achieve light phase modulation with a footprint 30 times smaller than the light wavelength.
Jun 26th, 2017
Read moreNovel platform uses nanoparticles to detect peanut allergies
Researchers have developed a novel platform to more accurately detect and identify the presence and severity of peanut allergies, without directly exposing patients to the allergen.
Jun 26th, 2017
Read more2D material's traits could send electronics research spinning in new directions
Researchers have fabricated an atomically thin material and measured its exotic and durable properties that make it a promising candidate for a budding branch of electronics known as spintronics.
Jun 26th, 2017
Read moreUsing 'sticky' nanoparticles, researchers develop strategy to boost body's cancer defenses
Scientists report on strides made in the development of a strategy to improve the immune system's detection of cancer proteins by using 'sticky' nanoparticles that are called 'antigen-capturing nanoparticles'.
Jun 26th, 2017
Read moreMoisture-responsive graphene 'robots' crawl with no external power source
Created using only a camera flash and graphene oxide, smart materials move in response to changes in humidity.
Jun 26th, 2017
Read moreNeuron-integrated nanotubes to repair nerve fibers
A new study sheds light on the properties of nanostructures capable of ensuring an effective integration with nerve cells, an essential quality for developing innovative systems targeting the repair of neuronal damages.
Jun 26th, 2017
Read moreResearchers present a new method of 3D-plasmon tomography
In new work, researchers could show for the first time how the third dimension can be reconstructed completely in the framework of a tomographic imaging process by rotating the sample and processing a series of tilted two-dimensional projections.
Jun 26th, 2017
Read moreHow to train your drugs: from nanotherapeutics to nanobots (w/video)
Nanotechnology is creating new opportunities for fighting disease - from delivering drugs in smart packaging to nanobots powered by the world?s tiniest engines.
Jun 26th, 2017
Read moreFrom 1D polymers to 2D polymers
Scientists report a facile, highly efficient, and versatile strategy for preparation of free-standing single-monomer-thick 2D polymers in water without any aid.
Jun 26th, 2017
Read moreNovel nanocellulose hydrogel suitable for 3D printing
Researchers have developed a nanocellulose-alginate hydrogel suitable for 3D printing. The composition of the hydrogel was optimized based on material characterization methods and 3D printing experiments.
Jun 26th, 2017
Read moreTopological insulator research accelerates quest for quicker, longer-lasting electronics
Researchers report they have created a TI film just 25 atoms thick that adheres to an insulating magnetic film, creating a heterostructure. This heterostructure makes TI surfaces magnetic at room temperatures and higher, to above 400 Kelvin or more than 720 degrees Fahrenheit.
Jun 23rd, 2017
Read moreNew form of carbon discovered that is harder than diamond but flexible as rubber
Scientists have found a way to make carbon both very hard and very stretchy by heating it under high pressure. This 'compressed glassy carbon' is also lightweight and could potentially be made in very large quantities.
Jun 23rd, 2017
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