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New research reveals potential for synthetic materials systems that can 'count' and sense their size

Researchers have utilized computational modeling to mimic natural systems' quorum sensing behavior in synthetic materials, which could lead to devices with the ability for self-recognition and self-regulation.

Jul 25th, 2017

When shallow defects align, diamonds shine for unprecedented quantum sensitivity

Researchers demonstrate a new way to produce high-density clusters of aligned quantum sensors in diamond just nanometers from the surface, offering submolecular sensitivity to microscopy like never before.

Jul 25th, 2017

New phase change mechanism could lead to new class of chemical vapor sensors

An interdisciplinary team of scientists demonstrated that monolayer 2D Transition Metal Dichalcogenides undergo a change from semiconductor-to-metallic phase when exposed to airborne chemical vapors.

Jul 25th, 2017

Nanoparticles loaded with curcumin kill cancer cells

Curcumin formula shows promise against treatment-resistant childhood cancer.

Jul 25th, 2017

Chemical route towards electronic devices in graphene

A research team produced their electronic graphene structures through a chemical reaction. They evaporated the precursor molecules onto a gold crystal, where they react in a very controlled way to yield new chemical compounds.

Jul 25th, 2017

Carbon nanotubes stand at attention

Just as members of a marching band align themselves for a performance, carbon nanotubes create a similar configuration.

Jul 25th, 2017

Natural molecule to boost the performance of electrodes for rechargeable batteries

Lab tests show that a novel material based on the organic porphyrin molecule allows to charge batteries within one single minute.

Jul 25th, 2017

Flexible proximity sensor creates smart surfaces

Researchers have developed a proximity sensor made from silicone and carbon nanotubes, which detects objects and determines their position.

Jul 25th, 2017

Large single-crystal graphene is possible

The target of large, cheap and quick graphene synthesis achieved: 5 x 50 cm?2 and beyond.

Jul 25th, 2017

New strategy to design mechano-responsive luminescent materials

Researchers have designed a novel mechano-responsive luminescent material using a gold and isocyanide complex, which includes two bonded rings of carbon and hydrogen atoms.

Jul 25th, 2017

Magnetic quantum objects in a 'nano egg-box'

Physicists build artificial traps for fluxons.

Jul 25th, 2017

New magnetic topological semimetal could advance electronics

A recent discovery advances fundamental knowledge that could one day lead to more energy-efficient computers, televisions, cell phones and other electronics.

Jul 24th, 2017

Multitasking monolayers

Two-dimensional materials that can multitask. That is the result of a new process that naturally produces patterned monolayers that can act as a base for creating a wide variety of novel materials with dual optical, magnetic, catalytic or sensing capabilities.