A study commissioned by the EU nanomaterials observatory has found that the current EU regulatory framework for characterising and identifying 'next generation' nanomaterials is able to address the majority of them and that no significant changes will be needed in the near future.
Sep 26th, 2019
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Scientists have invented a new way to monitor chemotherapy concentrations, which is more effective in keeping patients' treatments within the crucial therapeutic window.
Sep 25th, 2019
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Researchers integrate diamond-based sensing components onto a chip to enable low-cost, high-performance quantum hardware.
Sep 25th, 2019
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Design would enable thermophotovoltaic devices that convert waste heat to electricity.
Sep 25th, 2019
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New method fills a need in emerging applications for electronic devices.
Sep 25th, 2019
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Researchers have developed a unique new flexible and stretchable device, worn against the skin and capable of producing electrical energy by transforming the compounds present in sweat.
Sep 25th, 2019
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The 2D polymers consist of only a few single atomic layers and, due to their very special properties, are a promising material for use in electronic components and systems of a new generation.
Sep 25th, 2019
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Researchers have engineered genetically encoded protein crystals that can generate magnetic forces many times stronger than those already reported.
Sep 25th, 2019
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Scientists have designed extremely sensitive sensors for free oxygen-containing radicals that are able to disrupt cell function. These sensors are an alternative to traditional analytical chemical methods of analysis.
Sep 25th, 2019
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Researchers report an inexpensive and scalable route to hydrogen isotope compounds.
Sep 25th, 2019
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Study could lead to greater manipulation of quantum materials and deeper understanding of the quantum state for novel electronics.
Sep 24th, 2019
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When a thin layer of water is squeezed between two hydrophobic surfaces, the laws of classical physics break down.
Sep 24th, 2019
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A new study uses the topography of human skin as a model not for preventing cracks but for directing them in the best way possible to avoid critical components and make repairs easy.
Sep 24th, 2019
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Study shows effect of X-ray flashes on sensitive biomolecules.
Sep 24th, 2019
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The new technology is expected to play a role in harvesting energy from radio waves in the environment, in which electricity is generated from ambient radio waves, such as those emitted from mobile phone base stations.
Sep 24th, 2019
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New technique enables implantation of individual ions into crystals with an accuracy of 35 nanometers.
Sep 24th, 2019
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