Self-assembled quantum dot drives a plasmonic nanocircuit
Researchers demonstrated a simple model quantum plasmonic nanocircuit with a narrow-band self-assembled GaAs quantum dot as a source for single plasmon excitation.
Jun 29th, 2017
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Scientists make giant molecular cages for energy conversion and drug delivery
Researchers have created 'molecular cages' that can maximise the efficiency of converting molecules in chemical reactions, and that may in future also be used as sensors and drug-delivery agents.
Jun 29th, 2017
Read moreResearchers refute textbook knowledge in molecular interactions
Scientists have found that in many rather common situations in nature the van der Waals force between two molecules becomes repulsive. This might lead to a paradigm shift in molecular interactions.
Jun 29th, 2017
Read moreNew avenue for the large-scale synthesis of Janus particles
Researchers have developed an emulsion interfacial polymerization method to fabricate Janus particles exhibiting chemical and topological anisotropy.
Jun 29th, 2017
Read moreExploiting acidic tumor microenvironment for the development of novel cancer nano-theranostics
A new review presents the up-to-date progress in the design of novel multifunctional nano-theranostics for precision cancer nanomedicine by targeting the unique acidic tumor microenvironment .
Jun 29th, 2017
Read moreDeveloping tailor-made nanoparticles to fight cancer
Researchers have developed a method to produce size-tailored particles of zinc peroxide. This allows targeted modification of their properties, such as the destruction of cancer cells.
Jun 29th, 2017
Read moreDialysis with graphene
Graphene can filter nanometer-sized molecules at 10 to 100 times the rate of commercial membranes.
Jun 29th, 2017
Read moreInorganic biomaterials for soft-tissue adhesion
The adhesive, made from nanoparticles of hydroxyapatite, glues both synthetic hydrogels and mouse soft tissue, providing a promising alternative to organic materials currently in use for clinical applications.
Jun 29th, 2017
Read moreScientists develop super-strong metal for next tech frontier
Materials scientists and engineers are reporting success in developing a new material that promises to help ensure that microelectromechanical systems can continue to meet the demands of the next technological frontier.
Jun 28th, 2017
Read moreNew polymer goes for a walk when illuminated (w/video)
Researchers have developed a new material that can undulate and therefore propel itself forward under the influence of light.
Jun 28th, 2017
Read moreNanostructures taste the rainbow
Combining nanophotonics and thermoelectrics, engineers generate materials capable of distinguishing between tiny differences in wavelengths of light.
Jun 28th, 2017
Read moreHydrogel cubes show highly efficient delivery of a potent anti-cancer drug
This active drug-delivery system addresses the limitations seen for the anti-cancer drug BA-TPQ - poor solubility and low bioavailability.
Jun 28th, 2017
Read moreFabricating high performance nanohybrid catalysts
Scientists have developed a method that allows them to engineer crystals with a large fraction of reactive facets.
Jun 28th, 2017
Read moreSwimming microbots can remove pathogenic bacteria from water
Researchers designed 'two-faced' spherical particles to perform the task. One face is made with magnesium, which reacts with water to produce hydrogen bubbles to propel the microbots. The other face is made out of alternating iron and gold layers topped by silver nanoparticles.
Jun 28th, 2017
Read moreGraphene aerogel holds record as world's least dense 3-D printed structure
The world's lightest 3-D printed structure is so lightweight that it can be placed on top of a cotton ball or the petals of a flower.
Jun 28th, 2017
Read moreMaking 'personalized medicine' easier and more precise with exosomes
Scientists are investigating how to tailor drug therapies using exosomes - nanoscale sacs full of biomarkers like lipids, proteins and nucleic acids found in bodily fluids - that can be used to achieve a noninvasive 'liquid biopsy'.
Jun 28th, 2017
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