A strange new world of light
Metasurface generates new states of light for fundamental research and applications.
Nov 2nd, 2017
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Nanosensors demystify brain chemistry
Nanosensors are incredible information-gathering tools for myriad applications, including molecular targets such as the brain.
Nov 2nd, 2017
Read moreElectrostatic force takes charge in bioinspired polymers
Scientists have taken the first steps toward gaining control over the self-assembly of synthetic materials in the same way that biology forms natural polymers.
Nov 2nd, 2017
Read moreHoney, I shrunk the features for low-cost, flexible, large-area electronics
Exploiting reversible solubility allows for direct, optical patterning of unprecedentedly small features.
Nov 2nd, 2017
Read moreNew and faster method to determine material properties of graphene
Researchers have developed a new method to determine the material properties of graphene with the aid of high-frequency non-linear dynamics. Their new method makes it possible to accurately measure the Young?s modulus (elastic modulus) of graphene and enables a potentially quicker measurement.
Nov 2nd, 2017
Read moreResearchers document transformation of graphite into hexagonal diamond
A new study answers longstanding questions about the formation of a rare type of diamond during major meteorite strikes.
Nov 2nd, 2017
Read moreBiocompatible photonic crystals expand their use from optics to medicine
Nanospheres made with the new method may be used for designing drugs to fight thrombosis and cancer.
Nov 2nd, 2017
Read moreChip-based sensors with incredible sensitivity
An optical whispering gallery mode resonator can spin light around the circumference of a tiny sphere millions of times, creating an ultrasensitive microchip-based sensor for multiple applications.
Nov 2nd, 2017
Read moreNanoscale 'abacus' uses pulses of light instead of wooden beads to perform calculations
The quest to develop ever-faster and more powerful computers has led to one of the most rudimentary methods of counting being given a 21st century make-over.
Nov 2nd, 2017
Read moreA bioluminescent enzymatic test system for assessing the toxicity of carbon nanomaterials
The new system's distinctive features are simplicity, fast reaction speed and high sensitivity.
Nov 2nd, 2017
Read moreJellyfish-inspired electronic skin glows when it gets hurt
Researchers have developed a jellyfish-inspired electronic skin that glows when the pressure against it is high enough to potentially cause an injury.
Nov 1st, 2017
Read moreResearchers demonstrate how to control liquid crystal patterns (w/video)
Scientists confined liquid crystals within droplets, creating shells floating in water. To create patterns, Tran then added surfactants, or soapy molecules, to the water.
Nov 1st, 2017
Read moreFolding circuits just atoms thick using the principles of origami
3-D origami circuits could revolutionize electronic designs.
Nov 1st, 2017
Read moreMetal-silicone microstructures could enable new flexible optical and electrical devices
Laser-based method creates force-sensitive, flexible microstructures that conduct electricity.
Nov 1st, 2017
Read moreGraphene enables footwear with better thermal properties
The ability of graphene to add functionality to common objects has been exploited in a new product on the market: footwear with better thermal properties.
Nov 1st, 2017
Read moreSmart fabrics get major upgrade through a series of research firsts
New SOFT e-textiles could offer advanced protection for soldiers and emergency personnel.
Nov 1st, 2017
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