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Scientists track 3D nanoscale changes in rechargeable battery material during operation (w/video)

First 3D nanoscale observations of microstructural degradation during charge-discharge cycles could point to new ways to engineer battery electrode materials for better performance.

Mar 26th, 2014

Advanced energy materials research requires insights down to the nanoscale

Fuel cells and electrical energy storage systems are increasingly emerging as the core elements for new mobility concepts and for forward-looking building energy management. Employing high-resolution micro- and nano-computed tomography systems combined with scanning electron and atomic force microscopy allows a full range of optical investigations.

Mar 26th, 2014

Kelvin wave seen on quantum 'tornado' for first time (w/video)

For the first time, researchers provide visual evidence confirming that the reconnection of quantum vortexes launches Kelvin waves.

Mar 26th, 2014

Silicon helps light go through the right channels

Improved design of lasers on optoelectronic chips will advance optical communications.

Mar 26th, 2014

Probing polarization puzzles in nanocrystals

Using electron beams to encode data in nanocrystals could help to improve the capacity of computer memory devices.

Mar 26th, 2014

Silicon nanoelectronics - finding the right mix

Computer simulations indicate that mixing silicon with other materials improves the diversity of nanoscale electronic devices.

Mar 26th, 2014

Nanotechnology coating helps shrink mass spectrometers

Researchers found that when paper used to collect a sample was coated with carbon nanotubes, the voltage required was 1,000 times reduced, the signal was sharpened and the equipment was able to capture far more delicate molecules.

Mar 25th, 2014

Researchers double the capacity of thermoelectric thin films

Researchers from the University of Twente's MESA+ research institute have managed to significantly improve the efficiency of a thermoelectric material.

Mar 25th, 2014

Oxford Nanotechnology Summer School 2014: 'An Introduction to Bionanotechnology'

Each year Oxford's Nanotechnology Summer School focuses on applications of nanotechnologies in a different field. Comprising presentations from leading researchers and practitioners from the University of Oxford and beyond, the Nanotechnology Summer School is essential for anyone with an interest in these topics.

Mar 25th, 2014

Automatic tracking of biological particles in cell microscopy images

This so-called probabilistic particle tracking method is automatic, computer-based and can be used for time-resolved two- and three-dimensional microscopy image data.

Mar 25th, 2014

New electronic component paves the way for future flexible gadgets

Innovative source-gated transistors may boost the resilience of low-cost and energy-efficient electronics in the future.

Mar 25th, 2014

Scientists develop silicon cells capable of absorbing infrared radiation from the sun (w/video)

Researchers in Spain have developed a silicon photovoltaic cell capable of turning infrared radiation into electricity.

Mar 25th, 2014

High-quality nanometric bilayers prepared by aqueous solutions

Researchers have demonstrated that the chemical methods can compete with the physical ones to obtain homogeneous ultra?thin films and bilayers, from 4 nm, over large areas.

Mar 25th, 2014

UK, India funding for nanotechnology projects in renewable energy

Researchers from the University of Surrey have today been awarded funding by the UK government and the government in India for two projects which will explore how nanotechnology will impact the future of renewable energy.

Mar 25th, 2014

Fragmented carbon nanotube films can serve as binders in lithium-ion batteries

New battery technology employs multifunctional materials.

Mar 25th, 2014

Portable frequency comb rolls out of the lab

Scientists have devised a portable optical frequency comb that is capable of laboratory-grade measurements but can be operated outside of the laboratory at remotes sites, and even on moving platforms.

Mar 25th, 2014

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