Silly Putty material inspires better batteries
Engineers use silicon dioxide to make lithium-ion batteries that last three times longer between charges compared to current standard.
May 15th, 2014
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Hundreds of students from across New York attend 'NanoCareer Day'
The SUNY College of Nanoscale Science and Engineering (CNSE) held its exciting 'NanoCareer Day' program for 300 elementary, middle, and high school students on Thursday, May 15.
May 15th, 2014
Read moreGreat improvements made in piezoelectric nanogenerator power efficiency (w/video)
The energy efficiency of KAIST's piezoelectric nanogenerator has increased by almost 40 times, one step closer toward the commercialization of flexible energy harvesters that can supply power infinitely to wearable, implantable electronic devices.
May 15th, 2014
Read moreX-rays, computer simulations reveal crystal growth
Taking a step toward much-coveted flexible electronics, an international research team that figured out how to coat an organic material as a thin film - like spreading butter on toast - wanted a closer look at why their spreadable organic semiconductor grew like it did.
May 15th, 2014
Read moreCatalytic poetry - nanotechnology billboard absorbs air pollution
Poster will absorb the pollution from 20 cars every day.
May 15th, 2014
Read moreAccoustic tweezers can grip microparticles
Researchers have discovered that ultrasonic waves can be used to grab several microparticles at a time, effectively creating a pair of invisible 'ultrasonic hands' that can move tiny objects, such as cells, under a microscope.
May 15th, 2014
Read moreNanotechnology material could lead to puncture-resistant lab gloves
The technology is already under development for use in multi-threat body armor employed to protect soldiers, police and first responders.
May 15th, 2014
Read moreNanoparticle ink for rapid diagnosis
The incorporation of nanoparticles of gold or silver into conventional ink, the same ink as in our ballpoints or pens, is an advanced solution in identifying molecules in fields such as medical diagnosis, biology, the environment, safety, etc.
May 15th, 2014
Read moreA new way to identify the atomic origin of molecular valence electrons
Due to the delocalization of molecular orbitals valence shell spectroscopy does not allow distinction between individual atoms. Here, the authors show that for photoionization the difference in mass - and hence recoil momentum - between atoms in a diatomic molecule allows site selective emission to be observed.
May 15th, 2014
Read moreMulti-university team to build quantum computer communication system
The University of Chicago's Institute for Molecular Engineering will lead a team of researchers from five universities in an ambitious five-year, $6.75 million project to create a new class of quantum devices that will allow communication among quantum computers.
May 15th, 2014
Read moreNanowire bridging transistors open way to next-generation electronics (w/video)
Combining atoms of semiconductor materials into nanowires and structures on top of silicon surfaces shows promise for a new generation of fast, robust electronic and photonic devices.
May 14th, 2014
Read moreAdvance brings 'hyperbolic metamaterials' closer to reality
Researchers have taken a step toward practical applications for 'hyperbolic metamaterials', ultra-thin crystalline films that could bring optical advances including powerful microscopes, quantum computers and high-performance solar cells.
May 14th, 2014
Read moreEU public consultation on transparency measures for nanomaterials on the market
As part of the Communication on the Second Regulatory Review on Nanomaterials, the European Commission has announced to launch an impact assessment to identify and develop the most adequate means to increase transparency and ensure regulatory oversight on nanomaterials.
May 14th, 2014
Read moreDNA double helix measurements
Researchers have determined the structure of DNA from measurements on a single molecule using atomic force microscopy, and found significant variations in the well-known double helix.
May 14th, 2014
Read moreStrongly interacting electrons in wacky oxide synchronize to compute like the brain
A device created by electrical engineers uses a thin film of vanadium dioxide on a titanium dioxide substrate to create an oscillating switch. When a second similar oscillating system was added, over time the two devices would begin to oscillate in unison. This coupled system could provide the basis for non-Boolean computing.
May 14th, 2014
Read moreMicrochip-like technology allows single-cell analysis
Using components similar those that control electrons in microchips, researchers have designed a new device that can sort, store and retrieve individual cells for study.
May 14th, 2014
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