Peering inside blown-up batteries
Imaging lithium ion batteries to improve performance and safety.
Dec 1st, 2016
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Physics, photosynthesis and solar cells
Researchers combine quantum physics and photosynthesis to make discovery that could lead to highly efficient, green solar cells.
Nov 30th, 2016
Read moreControlled electron pulses
Scientists have successfully measured photoemission from sharp metal needles on a scale never before achieved.
Nov 30th, 2016
Read moreTailor-made membranes for the environment
By inserting foreign atoms into the crystal lattice, a novel membrane is more stable and can be used at lower temperatures. However, the greatest achievement is the increased hydrogen flow.
Nov 30th, 2016
Read moreMicrobubbles and ultrasound open the blood-brain barrier to administer drugs
Scientists have succeeded in embedding medicines in tiny lipid bubbles, in such a way that ultrasound can be used to release them into the specific area of the brain where they are needed.
Nov 30th, 2016
Read moreCreating new physical properties in materials
A collaborative effort between research groups demonstrates that the physical properties of SrTiO3, or strontium titanate, in its single crystal form can be changed by a relatively simple electrical treatment. SrTi03 is a mineral often studied for its superconducting properties.
Nov 30th, 2016
Read moreA nanotechnology method for storing vaccines at room temperature
Using minute quantities of nanoparticles, or FDA-approved polymer (polyethylene glycol), or higher amounts of sucrose, researchers were able to stabilize vaccines at room temperature for several weeks or, in some cases, months.
Nov 30th, 2016
Read moreQuantum obstacle course changes material from superconductor to insulator
Scientists ave demonstrated an unusual method of putting the brakes on superconductivity, the ability of a material to conduct an electrical current with zero resistance.
Nov 30th, 2016
Read moreUnderstanding the way liquid spreads through paper
Researchers have created a model to explain how liquid diffuses through paper which has applications in medical testing and perfume manufacturing.
Nov 30th, 2016
Read moreMix and match lasers
Combining silicon with an optically active material enables tiny lasers compatible with industrial fabrication techniques.
Nov 30th, 2016
Read moreThrowing new light on printed organic solar cells
Researchers have achieved record power conversion efficiencies for large area organic solar cells.
Nov 30th, 2016
Read moreResearchers load nanocarriers to deliver chemotherapy drugs and imaging molecules to tumors
Scientists describe a new system to encase chemotherapy drugs within tiny, synthetic nanocarrier packages, which could be injected into patients and disassembled at the tumor site to release their toxic cargo.
Nov 29th, 2016
Read moreNanotechnology a 'green' approach to treating liver cancer
Minimally invasive procedure targets, destroys precancerous cells in mice.
Nov 29th, 2016
Read moreGlowing crystals can detect, cleanse contaminated drinking water
X-ray study at explores atomic structure of tiny traps for heavy metals.
Nov 29th, 2016
Read moreUltrafast imaging reveals existence of 'polarons'
New technique reveals direct experimental evidence of strong coupling between electron motion and deformations in atomic arrangements that affect the flow of current.
Nov 29th, 2016
Read moreInspiring images invite you into the world of engineering
It could be a crystal ball from a mythical age showing the swirling mists of time, but this image, which has won this year's Department of Engineering Photography Competition, actually shows graphene being processed in alcohol to produce conductive ink.
Nov 29th, 2016
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