Nanotechnology Spotlight – Latest Articles

Showing Spotlights 17 - 24 of 51 in category Metal-organic Frameworks (MOFs) (newest first):

Self-powered biosensor detects and kills bacteria on contact while generating its own energy

A self-powered biosensor detects and destroys E. coli using enzyme-driven energy, aptamer-based recognition, and silver ion release for real-time safety.

March 1, 2025

Molecular sieve breaks chemical separation barrier using defect-free atomic structure

Novel membrane technology achieves precise separation of near-identical molecules using atomic-scale structural control, potentially reducing industrial energy use by eliminating distillation.

January 7, 2025

Metal-organic framework supercapacitor captures humidity to store energy

Researchers have developed a supercapacitor using metal-organic frameworks that captures water vapor from the air and converts it to stored electrical energy, improving performance for sustainable power applications.

December 17, 2024

Revealing elusive electron behavior in metal-organic framework photocatalysts

Scientists uncover hidden electron states in UiO-66 photocatalysts using low-temperature methods and advanced modeling to advance sustainable chemical and energy solutions.

December 6, 2024

Metal-organic glass enables safer, scalable, and highly sensitive X-ray detection

Researchers unveil a low-toxicity, glass-like material with exceptional X-ray sensitivity, enabling scalable manufacturing for improved medical imaging and security systems.

November 26, 2024

Graphene-metal metastructures offer new possibilities for efficient micropropulsion systems

The integration of graphene-metal metastructures with laser micropropulsion systems promises significant advancements in space exploration and energy systems.

August 21, 2024

Defect-engineered nanoparticles enable precise tracking and delivery of drugs in cells

Researchers develop trackable nanoparticles for drug delivery, using defect engineering and advanced imaging to observe their behavior in living cells, advancing nanomedicine.

July 18, 2024

Antimicrobial door handle covers using metal-organic frameworks prevent infections

Researchers develop antimicrobial door handle covers using iodine-loaded metal-organic frameworks, providing a promising solution to prevent infection spread in healthcare and public spaces.

June 5, 2024