Direct observation of graphene decoupling on Cu(111)
Researchers demonstrate how to succesfully seperate graphene from its metal growth substrates without the assistance of the adhesive tape.
Dec 13th, 2016
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Rapid and mass production of graphene, using a microwave oven
Graphene, a material that could usher in the next generation of electronic and energy devices, could be closer than ever to mass production, thanks to microwaves.
Dec 13th, 2016
Read moreEnergy cascades in quasicrystals trigger an avalanche of discovery
In a new study, scientists looked at networks of magnetic material patterned into the unique and quite beautiful geometries of quasicrystals to see how the nature of the nonrepeating patterns lead to the emergence of unusual energetic effects.
Dec 13th, 2016
Read moreLightning-fast switch for electron waves
Researchers have devised an ultrafast switch for electron waves, which could allow them to speed up future electronics many times over.
Dec 13th, 2016
Read moreHow does water melt? Layer by layer!
Scientists for polymer research have solved a controversial question concerning the melting of ice: it melts in a layer-by-layer fashion.
Dec 12th, 2016
Read moreNew study sets performance targets for metal-free fuel cell membrane
The best road to zero-emission vehicles may be with fuel-cell technology. It preserves the advantages of gasoline automobiles, with low upfront costs, long driving range and fast refueling. A new paper offers a strategic roadmap.
Dec 12th, 2016
Read moreNanomedical anti-tumor strategy
Nanomedical treatment concept combines NO gas therapy with starvation of tumor cells.
Dec 12th, 2016
Read moreThinking outside the nanocluster box
New research finds that silver atoms can be crafted into a box-shaped nanocluster by careful selection of ligand molecules.
Dec 12th, 2016
Read moreVersatile optical laser will enable innovative experiments at atomic-scale measurements
The European X-ray Free-Electron Laser (XFEL) facility was built with one objective - to provide pulses of light short enough, bright enough, and of small enough wavelength to observe processes that would otherwise be too fast and/or too infrequent to measure in real-time.
Dec 12th, 2016
Read moreNew diamond harder than ring bling
Researchers have made a diamond that is harder than a jeweller's diamond and useful for cutting through ultra-solid materials on mining sites.
Dec 12th, 2016
Read moreFlexible optical sensors to control the quality of beverages and environmental parameters
Researchers have developed an innovative optical sensor using a conventional tape since it is a low-cost and flexible material that can be easily acquired at stationery shops and it can detect variations of the optical properties of a liquid when is immersed in such liquid.
Dec 12th, 2016
Read morePainless microneedle patch could replace needles
It's only a matter of time before drugs are administered via patches with painless microneedles instead of unpleasant injections. But designers need to balance the need for flexible, comfortable-to-wear material with effective microneedle penetration of the skin.
Dec 12th, 2016
Read morePHENOMEN project to lay the foundations for a new age of information processing
PHENOMEN is a ground-breaking project that will combine advances in photonics, mechanics and electronics to develop the first optically-driven phonon sources and detectors, all at the nanoscale.
Dec 9th, 2016
Read morePioneering nanotechnology captures energy from people (w/video)
On the path toward wearable devices powered by human motion.
Dec 8th, 2016
Read moreElectron highway inside crystal
Physicists have made an astonishing discovery in a specific type of topological insulators. The effect is due to the structure of the materials used.
Dec 8th, 2016
Read moreA nano-roundabout for light
Just like in normal road traffic, crossings are indispensable in optical signal processing. In order to avoid collisions, a clear traffic rule is required. A new method has now been developed by researchers to provide such a rule for light signals.
Dec 8th, 2016
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