New materials at the touch of a button
This research shows how a variety of different electronic properties - essentially new materials - can be realised simply by applying a magnetic field.
Jul 14th, 2017
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Probing 3D-printed nanostructures with high-speed atomic force microscopy
Researchers have implemented both in situ and online characterizations of 3D printed nanostructures by using a customized high-speed atomic force microscopy AFM inside the SEM chamber.
Jul 14th, 2017
Read moreNanoscale honeycomb structures used in low-cost carbon monoxide sensor
Researchers have developed a highly sensitive, low-cost nanosensor that can quickly detect minute changes in carbon monoxide levels, with potential applications in environmental pollution monitoring.
Jul 14th, 2017
Read morePhysicists solve quantum point contact mystery
Near superfluid conditions prompt atoms to form pairs to pass through a narrow gate, finds a new mathematical analysis.
Jul 14th, 2017
Read moreCoupling a nano-trumpet with a quantum dot enables precise position determination
Scientists have succeeded in coupling an extremely small quantum dot with 1,000 times larger trumpet-shaped nanowire. The movement of the nanowire can be detected with a sensitivity of 100 femtometers via the wavelength of the light emitted by the quantum dot.
Jul 14th, 2017
Read moreA new approach to enhance stability of perovskite nanocrystals
A research group has introduced a new approach to enhance perovskite nanocrystal stability through a class of intrinsically crosslinkable and polymerizable ligands.
Jul 14th, 2017
Read moreControlling complex nanostructures with critical Casimir forces
Researchers show that the application of critical Casimir forces on multivalent patchy particles indeed allows fine control over the assembly of colloidal superstructures.
Jul 14th, 2017
Read moreResearchers develop technique to control and measure electron spin voltage
New tool may provide insight into spintronic devices and exotic physics.
Jul 13th, 2017
Read moreNew imaging technique able to watch molecular dynamics of neurodegenerative diseases
Novel imaging approach could improve molecular-scale understanding of early disease stages.
Jul 13th, 2017
Read moreMolecular order promotes cavitation
Researchers have shown that cavitation can occur at a very small scale in liquids with molecular order. Thus, liquid crystals can very easily cavitate when flowing through microfluidic channels.
Jul 13th, 2017
Read moreHow to cryopreserve fish embryos and bring them back to life with nanorods (w/video)
Scientists report for the first time the ability to both deep freeze and reanimate zebrafish embryos.
Jul 13th, 2017
Read moreNo assembly required: Nanoparticles that put themselves together
Using self-assembly, scientists are coaxing tiny particles into making new, customized materials.
Jul 13th, 2017
Read moreSmooth surfaces may improve rechargeable lithium batteries
Smooth surfaces may prevent harmful deposits from working their way into a solid electrolyte.
Jul 13th, 2017
Read moreNano-antibiotics
Targeted treatment with antibiotic nanoparticles that fight drug-resistant bacteria could be used for pneumonia and other bacterial infections.
Jul 13th, 2017
Read moreLaser-cooled ions contribute to better understanding of friction
Scientists have developed a model system to investigate friction phenomena with atomic precision.
Jul 13th, 2017
Read moreResearchers develop dynamic templates critical to printable electronics technology
Researchers have developed bio-inspired dynamic templates used to manufacture organic semiconductor materials that produce printable electronics.
Jul 13th, 2017
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