New research has shown that honeycomb 'cellular' materials made of a shape-memory polymer might be programmed for specific purposes, from shock-absorbing football helmets to biomedical implants.
Nov 28th, 2016
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Researchers discover astonishing behavior of water confined in carbon nanotubes.
Nov 28th, 2016
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A new study by an international team of researchers highlights how manipulation of 2D materials could make our modern day devices faster, smaller, and better.
Nov 28th, 2016
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In a new research project, scientists plan to place miniature factories on surfaces that will create a cocktail of chemical compounds. Without endangering humans, the released substances will then specifically target bacteria that attempt to replicate on these surfaces.
Nov 28th, 2016
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Researchers have developed a computational model for creating a 'perfect glass' that never crystallizes - even at absolute zero. The model is a new way of thinking about glass and details the extremely unusual properties of a perfect glass.
Nov 28th, 2016
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Materials acting like sponge to safely capture, store, and release essential small molecules.
Nov 28th, 2016
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Scientists have developed a new, more robust and cost effective system to build large-scale metamaterials with structural color.
Nov 28th, 2016
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A team of physicists and chemists have grown a man-made diamond that, when placed in a radioactive field, is able to generate a small electrical current. The development could solve some of the problems of nuclear waste, clean electricity generation and battery life.
Nov 28th, 2016
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Singlet fission could have a central role in the future development of solar cells.
Nov 28th, 2016
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Prospero, the first model aircraft to incorporate a graphene skinned wing, was successfully flown at the Farnborough International Air Show in the UK earlier this year. The flight sets an example of how graphene might be used within the aerospace sector.
Nov 28th, 2016
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Researchers have achieved the first demonstration of a quantum-dot-based spin qubit using an industry-standard fabrication process.
Nov 28th, 2016
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Scientists develop new optical circuit components to manipulate light.
Nov 28th, 2016
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Exotic materials called photonic crystals reveal their internal characteristics with new method.
Nov 25th, 2016
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Researchers have discovered how to control molecules attached to graphene, paving the way for tiny biological sensors and devices to hold information.
Nov 25th, 2016
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By controlling a mix of clay, water and salt, researchers have created nanostructures that might help boost oil production, expand the lifespan of certain foods or that can be used in cosmetics or drugs.
Nov 25th, 2016
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An alternate use for sugarcane waste has been proposed by a research team in India. While sugar is falling out of favor around the world, sugarcane residue is becoming a useful commodity, they say.
Nov 25th, 2016
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