A new type of metamaterial through which sound waves flow in an unprecedented fashion provides a novel form of amplification of mechanical vibrations, which has the potential to improve sensor technology and information processing devices.
Mar 27th, 2024
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PLGA nanoparticles modified with ATP slowly release anti-cancer drugs and recruit immune cells to fight tumors.
Mar 27th, 2024
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Focusing a tailored laser beam through transparent glass can create a tiny spot inside the material. Researchers found a way to use this small spot to improve laser material processing, boosting processing resolution.
Mar 27th, 2024
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Researchers designed and manufactured a virus-killing surface that could help control disease spread in hospitals, labs and other high-risk environments. The surface made of silicon is covered in tiny nanospikes that skewer viruses on contact.
Mar 26th, 2024
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Scientist present an unusual quantum Hall effect that was observed on a microscopic device made of the topological insulator material mercury telluride (HgTe).
Mar 26th, 2024
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Extending thermodynamics for ultrashort excitations will provide novel insights into how materials function on the nanoscale.
Mar 26th, 2024
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A magnetic material with a simple structure could help to overcome the shortcomings of materials used in memory devices.
Mar 26th, 2024
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A team of more than 100 experts from 57 research institutions worldwide is developing a comprehensive roadmap for next-generation printable sensor technologies.
Mar 26th, 2024
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Researchers have developed a new single-molecule transistor that uses quantum interference to control the flow of electrons. The transistor opens new possibilities for using quantum effects in electronic devices.
Mar 25th, 2024
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A breakthrough in catalysis research leads to a new wall paint that cleans itself when exposed to sunlight and chemically breaks down air pollutants.
Mar 25th, 2024
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New method detects intact bacteria by mimicking cell surface structures, offering quicker, specialist-free diagnostics and precise targeting without expensive equipment.
Mar 25th, 2024
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Researchers use DNA nanotechnology to create and study the first synthetic contractile ring for cell division.
Mar 25th, 2024
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Developing ultra-smooth surfaces for spacecraft to convert neutral atoms into ions, enhancing the detection of outer space particles.
Mar 25th, 2024
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Materials engineers have 3D printed tens of thousands of hard-to-manufacture nanoparticles long predicted to yield promising new materials that change form in an instant.
Mar 25th, 2024
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Scientists can now efficiently produce nearly perfect entangled photon pairs from quantum dot sources.
Mar 25th, 2024
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A striking milestone unveiled the molecular reaction, shedding light on the intricate dance of atoms and the secrets of chemical transformations.
Mar 25th, 2024
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