Organ chips get smart and go electric
Human organs-on-chips technology has been enhanced to non-invasively report cells' health, electrical activities and differentiation status.
Jun 14th, 2017
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Solar nanomaterial for producing clean hydrogen fuel
Researchers have developed a material to harvest a broader spectrum of sunlight. The three-part composites of this material maximize both absorbing light and its efficiency for water splitting.
Jun 14th, 2017
Read moreBeetles spark development of color-changing nanoparticles for commercial use
Inspired by the varying colors that gleam off of beetle shells, scientists have developed color-shifting nanoparticles that can change hue even after being embedded into a material. A report on the new, inexpensive technique, could lead to the production of easier-to-read sensors and anti-tampering tags.
Jun 14th, 2017
Read moreMaking hydrogen fuel from humid air
Researchers incorporated a photocatalyst in a moisture-absorbing, semiconducting paint that can produce hydrogen from water in the air when exposed to sunlight. The development could enable hydrogen fuel production in almost any location.
Jun 14th, 2017
Read moreGraphene encapsulation provides unprecedented view of the diffusion and rotation of fullerene molecules
Scientists demonstrate a hybrid carbon system, termed buckyball sandwich, in which a single layer of fullerenes is encapsulated between two graphene sheets.
Jun 14th, 2017
Read moreElectrifying magnetism by assembling alternating atomic layers of two oxide materials
As computers and cell phones become smarter and faster, they use more electricity. More electricity means more heat. Dispelling that heat uses more energy. New materials that couple electric and magnetic states of a material could break this cycle.
Jun 14th, 2017
Read moreOne step closer to practical fast-charging batteries
Scientists built a new design and chemistry for electrodes that involves advanced, nanostructured electrodes containing molybdenum disulfide and carbon nanofibers. These composite materials have internal atomic-scale pathways for both fast ion and electron transport, allowing for fast charging.
Jun 14th, 2017
Read moreEuropean Union launches 'Observatory for Nanomaterials' website
The EU observatory for nanomaterials launched with information on products, safety, regulation and much more.
Jun 14th, 2017
Read morePillarHall test structures accelerate the development of microelectronics in three dimensions
Scientists have developed the unique PillarHall test structures to accelerate the market entry of three-dimensional, small, efficient and low-power but high-performance electronic components. This will benefit developers of challenging thin film and related manufacturing processes, and thereby the entire electronics industry value network.
Jun 14th, 2017
Read moreScientists develop molecular thermometer for contactless measurement using infrared light
Chemists have developed a molecular thermometer. The gemstone ruby served as the source of inspiration. However, the thermometer is a water-soluble molecule, not an insoluble solid.
Jun 14th, 2017
Read morePhotopower for microlabs
A solar-light-driven fully integrated microfluidic device could serve as an autonomous fuel-cell-based power source for microsensors or lab-on-a-chip applications.
Jun 14th, 2017
Read moreBreakthrough paves way for smaller electronic devices
Researchers have discovered a new way to create extremely thin electrically conducting sheets, which could revolutionize the tiny electronic devices that control everything from smart phones to banking and medical technology.
Jun 14th, 2017
Read moreLaying the foundations for hybrid silicon lasers
A new technique for manufacturing hybrid silicon lasers paves the way for low-cost, mass-produced photonic devices usable in a range of applications.
Jun 14th, 2017
Read moreMaking wires of polymers chains
Researchers model new route to molecular wires suitable for use in miniature electronics.
Jun 14th, 2017
Read moreSuperconducting nanowire memory cell
Researchers have developed a new nanoscale memory cell that holds tremendous promise for successful integration with superconducting processors. The new technology provides stable memory at a smaller size than other proposed memory devices.
Jun 13th, 2017
Read moreA seaweed derivative could be just what lithium-sulfur batteries need
Researchers have unexpectedly found that carrageenan, a seaweed derivative, acts as a stabilizer in lithium-sulfur batteries. Better stability allows for more cycling and an extended lifetime.
Jun 13th, 2017
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