Scientists have produced a memristive element made from nanowires that functions in much the same way as a biological nerve cell. The component is able to both save and process information, as well as receive numerous signals in parallel.
Dec 5th, 2018
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Graphene can determine whether cerebrospinal fluid comes from a person with ALS, MS or from someone without a neurodegenerative disease.
Dec 5th, 2018
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An newly developed x-ray imaging technique could help scientists understand--and ultimately control--the magnetic structure of promising materials for the development of electronic devices that exploit electron spin.
Dec 5th, 2018
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Researchers used metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) to set a new record for hydrogen storage capacity under normal operating conditions.
Dec 5th, 2018
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Scientists produce tough ceramic matrix composites that exhibit electrical conductivity and photocatalytic activity.
Dec 5th, 2018
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Using 'molecular containers' that encapsulate water-insoluble molecules, researchers developed a formation procedure for a nanographene adlayer, a layer that chemically interacts with the underlying substance, by just mixing the molecular containers and nanographene together in water.
Dec 5th, 2018
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When a dense sheet of electrons is accelerated to almost the speed of light, it acts as a reflective surface. Such a 'plasma mirror' can be used to manipulate light.
Dec 5th, 2018
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Scientists have discovered that the combination of graphene with cobalt offers very relevant properties in the field of magnetism. This breakthrough sets the stage for the development of new logic devices that can store large data amounts quickly and with reduced energy consumption.
Dec 5th, 2018
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Are you running a fever? Need to reapply your sunscreen? Your tattoo may have the answer.
Dec 4th, 2018
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Researchers are investigating the mechanical properties or aerogels at the nanoparticle level - combining experiments and computer modeling to look at how polymeric aerogels can fail and become deformed. By crushing and indenting aerogels, they gained a better grasp on the gels' properties.
Dec 4th, 2018
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Novel liquid crystal material can be programmed to move in three dimensions, opening up new possibilities for microfabrication.
Dec 4th, 2018
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New risk assessment may help allay safety concerns.
Dec 4th, 2018
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Approach offers high sensitivity for detecting gases, chemicals and pathogens.
Dec 4th, 2018
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Researchers report that adding water into electrolyte improves the function of vanadium oxide, which is one of positive electrode material in calcium-ion batteries.
Dec 4th, 2018
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Researchers have characterised the structural, electronic and magnetic behaviour of nanoparticles of iron oxide in the epsilon phase under extreme pressure conditions. This process has led to the discovery of a new phase, epsilon prime, with magnetic properties that were unknown until now.
Dec 4th, 2018
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Scientists study impact of lithium dendrites on cathode materials.
Dec 4th, 2018
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