Classical mechanics helps control quantum computers
An international team of researchers has succeeded in extracting a fault tolerant manipulation of quanta from an effect of classical mechanics.
Jul 6th, 2017
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Toward 'invisible' wearable sensors with gold nanowires
Researchers report on a transparent and stretchable strain sensor using percolating networks of 'soft' gold nanowires and 'rigid' silver nanowires which are fabricated through simple and solution-processable approach.
Jul 6th, 2017
Read moreStrength and weakness in nanoparticle glasses
Researchers propose a description for the microscopic mechanism of fragility transitions in glasses of compressible colloids, based on the regulation of osmotic equilibrium.
Jul 6th, 2017
Read moreSquid-inspired proteins can act as programmable assemblers of 2D materials
Squid-inspired proteins can act as programmable assemblers of 2D materials, like graphene oxide, to form hybrid materials with minute spacing between layers suitable for high-efficiency devices including flexible electronics, energy storage systems and mechanical actuators.
Jul 5th, 2017
Read more3D integration of nanotechnologies on a single chip
Advance points toward new generation of computers for coming superstorm of data.
Jul 5th, 2017
Read moreThe comeback kid - black phosphorus and its new potential
Scientists report that some commonly held assumptions about black phosphorus are incorrect and that the material is exceptionally tunable.
Jul 5th, 2017
Read more'Nanolock' detects cancer mutation; could lead to early diagnoses, personalized therapies
Researchers have developed an accurate and sensitive method that can recognize a particular mutation in the genetic code that has been implicated in the disease. It could help physicians diagnose cancers earlier and treat them with individualized therapies.
Jul 5th, 2017
Read moreNuclear magnetic resonance scanner for individual proteins
Thanks to improved resolution, a quantum sensor can now identify individual atoms in biomolecules.
Jul 5th, 2017
Read moreStructure and behavior of permanent magnets on the atomic level
Scientists explored on an atomic level how changes in iron content influence the micro-structure of samarium-cobalt based permanent magnets.
Jul 5th, 2017
Read moreQuantum dots make the leap from TVs to antibacterial eye drops
Researchers report that quantum dots may someday provide relief for eye infections resulting from contact lens wear, trauma or some types of surgeries.
Jul 5th, 2017
Read moreProducing a room temperature field-effect transistor using graphene's electron spin
Using the spin of the electrons in graphene and other layered material heterostructures, researchers have produced working devices as a step towards integrating spintronic logic and memory devices.
Jul 5th, 2017
Read more'Near-zero-power' temperature sensor could make wearables, smart devices less power-hungry
This near-zero-power temperature sensor could extend the battery life of wearable or implantable devices that monitor body temperature, smart home monitoring systems, Internet of Things devices and environmental monitoring systems.
Jul 5th, 2017
Read moreHigh-precision control of printed electronics
Researchers show that 'ferroelectrochemistry', the combination of ferroelectricity and electrochemistry, can be used in displays in the field of printed electronics and in organic transistors.
Jul 5th, 2017
Read moreNanoparticle research may mean less radioactive contamination, safer nuclear power plants
Researchers have created stainless steel filters treated with nanoparticles that are capable of capturing radioactive vapor materials. Just like air filters capture dust and dirt, these filters are capable of capturing large amounts of radioactive vapors.
Jul 5th, 2017
Read moreBandage with a voice alerts nursing staff
Sensors incorporated into the base material glow with a different intensity if the wound's pH level changes. This way even chronic wounds could be monitored at home.
Jul 4th, 2017
Read moreKilling bacteria with a silver-cotton nanocomposite material
Researchers have developed an inexpensive, effective and environmentally friendly method to kill bacteria by creating silver nanoparticles inside cotton fibers.
Jul 4th, 2017
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