Physicists predict the existence of unusual optical composites
Physicists have predicted the existence of transparent composite media with unusual optical properties.
Mar 9th, 2017
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Building the invisible masterpieces of a molecular machine
Two articles present new structures to be used as molecular components of these nanometric promising tools.
Mar 9th, 2017
Read moreSingle atom memory: The world's smallest storage medium
Storing one bit in one atom is possible: The extraordinary end of Moore's law.
Mar 9th, 2017
Read moreSub-second system seizures
Physicists study the unexpected consequences of sub-second delays on fast-moving data systems.
Mar 8th, 2017
Read moreResearchers propose technique for measuring weak or nonexistent magnetic fields
Method could help produce next-generation devices in computing and other fields.
Mar 8th, 2017
Read moreNanomedicine researchers work on enhanced cellular uptake of nanoparticles
After conducting a series of experiments, researchers found that it may be possible to boost the efficacy of medicine entering target cells via size-separated lipophilic silicon nanoparticles.
Mar 8th, 2017
Read moreThe secrets of vibration-enhanced conductivity in graphene
Physicists define a smart way of inducing large-amplitude vibrations in graphene models, which could open the door for novel electronic applications.
Mar 8th, 2017
Read morePhysicists design a device inspired by Dr. Who's sonic screwdriver
Physicists have designed a handheld device inspired by the sonic screwdriver in Doctor Who and the tricorder in Star Trek that will use the power of MRI and mass spectrometry to perform a chemical analysis of objects.
Mar 8th, 2017
Read moreNanophotonics team creates low-voltage, multicolor, electrochromic glass
The latest nanophotonics research could expand the color palette for companies in the fast-growing market for glass windows that change color at the flick of an electric switch.
Mar 8th, 2017
Read morePolymer-coated silicon nanosheets - an alternative to graphene
Nanocomposite material with exceptional optoelectronic properties.
Mar 8th, 2017
Read morePhonon nanoengineering: Vibrations of nanoislands dissipate heat more effectively
Deposited on a substrate of silicon, some structures of europium silicide appear to vibrate in a way that clearly broadens the possibilities of designing nanomaterials with tailored thermal properties.
Mar 8th, 2017
Read moreChemists create molecular 'leaf' that collects and stores solar power without solar panels
New molecule harvests sunlight to create useable material from carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.
Mar 8th, 2017
Read moreSmall nanoparticles have surprisingly big effects on polymer nanocomposites
When scientists tried to verify that shrinking the nanoparticle size would adversely affect the mechanical properties of polymer nanocomposites, they got a big surprise.
Mar 8th, 2017
Read moreUltrafast detection of a cancer biomarker enabled by innovative nanobiodevice
Researchers develop a pioneering nanobiodevice that can isolate cancer biomarkers quickly with high resolution.
Mar 8th, 2017
Read moreBoosting the lifetime, effectiveness of electronic biomedical devices (w/video)
A new approach has been found to boosting the lifetime and effectiveness of electronic biomedical devices. The discovery will help the devices better communicate with neural tissue by improving adhesion.
Mar 8th, 2017
Read moreReusable sponge that soaks up oil, could revolutionize oil spill and diesel cleanup (w/video)
Scientists have invented a new foam, called Oleo Sponge, that not only easily absorbs oil from water, but is also reusable and can pull dispersed oil from the entire water column - not just the surface.
Mar 8th, 2017
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