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Scientists observe record-setting electron mobility in a new crystal film
The newly synthesized material could be the basis for wearable thermoelectric and spintronic devices.
July 4, 2024
Getting bacteria into line
Physicists manipulate bacterial behavior using magnetic fields, aiding research in complex materials, phase transitions, and condensed matter physics.
July 4, 2024
Graphene oxide films show tunable properties for integrated photonics applications
Research reveals graphene oxide's highly tunable optical and thermal properties when integrated with photonic devices, offering new possibilities for advanced optical components.
July 4, 2024
Single atoms show their true color
A new technique reveals single atom misfits and could help design better semiconductors used in modern and future electronics.
July 4, 2024
Mass production will soon make ultra-large nano transparent screens accessible to everyone
This innovative screen can adjust its transparency according to the environment and can be produced at a low cost, paving the way for the widespread adoption of large transparent screens, which until now have been prohibitively expensive.
July 4, 2024
Mapping the surfaces of MXenes, atom by atom, reveals new potential for the 2D materials
Researchers perform first scanning tunneling microscopy and spectroscopy inspection of 2D material with unique properties.
July 3, 2024
Liquid metal nanoreactors enable synthesis of high-entropy alloy nanoparticle arrays
Researchers develop liquid metal nanoreactor method to create high-entropy alloy nanoparticle arrays, enabling precise control of composition and arrangement for advanced applications.
July 3, 2024
Precise and less expensive 3D printing of complex, high-resolution structures
Researchers use two lasers for two-photon polymerization, increasing practicality of this 3D printing approach for consumer electronics, biomedical applications and more.
July 3, 2024
Designing photonic crystals with a genetic algorithm
Researchers tested phononic nanomaterials designed with an automated genetic algorithm that responds to light pulses with controlled vibrations. This work may help in the development of next-generation sensors and computer devices.
July 3, 2024
Artificial intelligence for studying twisted van der Waals magnets
Innovative techniques enable a streamlined and reliable analysis of these complex systems, eliminating the need for previous resource-intensive simulations and marking a significant advancement in the field.
July 3, 2024
Researchers discover way to 'grow' sub-nanometer sized transistors
Researchers developed a method for epitaxial growth of sub-1 nanometer wide 1D metals, used as gate electrodes in 2D semiconductor logic circuits, leading to ultra-miniaturized transistors.
July 3, 2024
An inexpensive, easy-to-use method to create solid-state nanopores
The technique addresses two key problems that have kept solid-state nanopores from being used more often to build biosensors that can measure biological and chemical reactions of a given sample.
July 2, 2024
Researchers achieve dual-functional supramolecular materials
Discrete supramolecular structures are versatile building blocks for applications like drug delivery, catalysis, and molecular machines. A new methodology enhances their self-assembly.
July 2, 2024
Green printing revolution with microalgae for biocompatible 3D structures
Researchers develop sustainable, biocompatible materials from microalgae for high-resolution 3D printing, advancing eco-friendly manufacturing and biomedical applications.
July 2, 2024
A miniaturised model of human digestion to advance therapies and nutritional products
This 'digestion-chip' promises to revolutionise the way new oral formulations are tested, offering a more accurate, efficient, and cost-effective alternative to current models.
July 2, 2024
Self-assembling, highly conductive sensors could improve wearable devices
To advance soft robotics, skin-integrated electronics and biomedical devices, researchers at have developed a 3D-printed material that is soft and stretchable - traits needed for matching the properties of tissues and organs - and that self-assembles.
July 1, 2024
Can a computer chip have zero energy loss in 1.58 dimensions?
Fractals as a solution for inefficient energy use in information processing.
July 1, 2024
A combination of magnetic nanoparticles and chemotherapy drugs achieves greater efficacy against cancer cells
New study provides comprehensive and valuable information for the development of drug-based cancer therapies combined with magnetic nanoparticles and hyperthermia.
July 1, 2024