Synthetic nanoparticles achieve the complexity of protein molecules
Study reveals the structure of the largest gold nanoparticles to-date and the self-assembly mechanisms behind their formation.
Jan 23rd, 2017
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Ultrasound pulses activate release of drugs from nanoparticles
Biomedical engineers report they have worked out a noninvasive way to release and deliver concentrated amounts of a drug to the brain of rats in a temporary, localized manner using ultrasound.
Jan 23rd, 2017
Read moreMicroscopic submarines for your stomach
Micromotors neutralize gastric acid and release drugs depending on pH.
Jan 23rd, 2017
Read moreNew design strategy for longer lasting batteries
Computational approach uncovers best materials to coat cathodes of lithium-ion batteries.
Jan 23rd, 2017
Read moreNew system for exploring superconductivity
An organic transistor could be an ideal system for exploring the mysterious origin of high-temperature superconductivity.
Jan 20th, 2017
Read moreA new invisibility cloak to conceal objects in diffusive atmospheres
Scientists have come up with a new invisibility cloak capable of concealing objects in diffusive atmospheres, not just in permanent light, made possible by the cloaks developed so far, but also in any kind of light. Their work, which establishes the bases to render undetectable, for example, a plane in the fog or a submarine in the sea.
Jan 20th, 2017
Read moreNew, old science combine to make faster medical test
A researcher has combined cutting-edge nanoscience with a magnetic phenomenon discovered more than 170 years ago to create a method for speedy medical tests.
Jan 19th, 2017
Read moreChemists cook up new nanomaterial and imaging method
Nanomaterials can store all kinds of things, including energy, drugs and other cargo.
Jan 19th, 2017
Read moreNew low-cost technique converts bulk alloys to oxide nanowires
A simple technique for producing oxide nanowires directly from bulk materials could dramatically lower the cost of producing the one-dimensional nanostructures.
Jan 19th, 2017
Read moreCreating atomic scale nanoribbons
Researchers have demonstrated the first important step toward integrating atomically precise graphene nanoribbons onto nonmetallic substrates.
Jan 19th, 2017
Read moreTheorists propose new class of topological metals with exotic electronic properties
Researchers have proposed a theory-based approach to characterize a class of metals that possess exotic electronic properties that could help scientists find other, similarly-endowed materials.
Jan 19th, 2017
Read moreTheoretical speed limit for intra-chip communications in microprocessors
Scientists have developed a theory that gives the possibility to precisely predict the level of noise caused by the amplification of photonic and plasmonic signals in nanoscale optoelectronic circuits.
Jan 19th, 2017
Read moreMaking the most of nanoscale catalytic effects for nanotechnology
Researchers are working on meeting the challenge of incorporating nanoscale structures into future semiconductor devices that will create new technologies and impact on all aspects of everyday life.
Jan 19th, 2017
Read moreTough aqua material for water purification
Decontamination of water with a robust and sustainable membrane assembled from two synergistically working components.
Jan 19th, 2017
Read moreNanoparticles improve melting and solidification for manufacturing processes
In an advance that could lead to improved manufacturing, a new study shows that adding nanoparticles to metals during the melting process allows for better control during melting.
Jan 19th, 2017
Read moreTopological photonic crystal made of silicon
Researchers derive topological photonic states purely based on silicon, which can lead to the development of new functions and devices through integration with semiconductor electronics.
Jan 19th, 2017
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