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High-frequency molecular vibrations initiate electron movement

Scientists observed charge separation in a solar cell dye, driven by nuclear vibrations, not solvent effects, reshaping views on light-induced transport.

August 20, 2025 Read more

Chip-based microcombs push nanometer precision in distance measurement

A new dual-microcomb method enables chip-scale devices to measure distances with nanometer accuracy, paving the way for advances in nanotechnology and photonics.

August 20, 2025 Read more

A simple twist turns graphene into a reprogrammable memory material

Twisted graphene stores memory by combining strain-induced hysteresis and nonlinear response, enabling reprogrammable, low power memory in a pure carbon system.

August 20, 2025 Read more

Carbon nanotube 'smart windows' offer energy savings

Researchers created smart windows using carbon nanotubes that block or pass infrared light, cutting heat gain by 50% with low-power operation.

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Fullerene's role as an efficient, metal-free catalyst for clean energy

C60 fullerene, once seen as inert, is shown to actively catalyze CO2 reduction by stabilizing intermediates, advancing metal-free clean energy catalysts.

August 20, 2025 Read more

Scientists discover new phenomenon in chiral symmetry breaking

Scientists found chiral symmetry breaking in crystals that transforms achiral to chiral structures and creates new optical materials.

August 20, 2025 Read more

New atomic-scale design framework expands the structural landscape of MXenes

Atomic coordination patterns in bulk materials can predict stable MXene structures, offering a new design framework that expands the 2D materials landscape beyond conventional synthesis routes.

August 19, 2025 Read more

Shape shifting surface fools infrared cameras in both heat and cold

A new adaptive surface hides objects from infrared cameras by switching between two modes that match surrounding temperatures in both hot and cold environments.

August 19, 2025 Read more

Ultrathin membranes boost sensitivity for next-gen night vision tech

A new nanomanufacturing method creates ultrathin membranes with record sensitivity, paving the way for advances in thermal imaging and night vision systems.

August 19, 2025 Read more

Self-driven hydrogel beads offer low-cost phosphorus recovery from wastewater

Researchers developed reusable self-driven hydrogel beads that enrich phosphorus and remove heavy metals from wastewater without external energy.

August 19, 2025 Read more

Researchers edit layered crystals to make new two-dimensional materials

Researchers unveil a chemistry playbook to turn stubborn MAX phases into tunable 2D materials, blending MXene and dichalcogenide traits for energy storage and catalysis.

August 19, 2025 Read more

Unified theory may reveal more superconducting materials

Scientists link quantum theory with superconductivity, offering a way to predict materials that could enable resistance-free power at higher temperatures.

August 19, 2025 Read more

X-ray laser looks into the tiniest deformations of atomic lattices

Scientists directly observed tiny lattice deformations in quantum dots caused by electron-hole pairs, key for advancing solar cells and LEDs.

August 18, 2025 Read more

Gold nanostars and light-sound imaging team up against cancer

By combining high-res imaging tools with light-absorbing nanostars, researchers can more precisely treat cancerous tumors.

August 18, 2025 Read more

Lightweight bamboo-based nanocomposite significantly improves electromagnetic shielding

Bamboo-based carbon composites with hollow magnetic nanostructures achieve high electromagnetic shielding through absorption, combining low weight, structural integrity, and thermal performance for advanced electronic applications.

August 18, 2025 Read more

A novel technology to control crystallinity of nanopore walls

Researchers developed a new method to create single-crystalline nanoporous iron oxide with controlled pores and size, achieving enhanced catalytic performance.

August 18, 2025 Read more