Switching electron properties on and off individually
Properties of complex materials are often determined by the interplay of several electron properties. Scientists have now succeeded in disentangling this mess.
Aug 22nd, 2019
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Understanding how electric current affects the magnetic skyrmion changes
Researchers are investigating the dynamics of magnetic skyrmions with the eventual goal of developing spintronic devices.
Aug 22nd, 2019
Read moreStudy identifies main culprit behind lithium metal battery failure
A research has discovered the root cause of why lithium metal batteries fail - bits of lithium metal deposits break off from the surface of the anode during discharging and are trapped as 'dead' or inactive lithium that the battery can no longer access.
Aug 22nd, 2019
Read morePhysicists create world's smallest engine
The research explains how random fluctuations affect the operation of microscopic machines like this tiny motor. In the future, such devices could be incorporated into other technologies to recycle waste heat and thus improve energy efficiency.
Aug 21st, 2019
Read moreEngineers make transistors and electronic devices entirely from thread
Transistors and integrated circuits made from threads are combined with thread-based sensors to create fully flexible devices.
Aug 21st, 2019
Read moreScientists develop a metamaterial for applications in magnonics, an alternative to conventional electronics
Physicists have demonstrated the real possibility of using superconductor/ferromagnet systems to create magnonic crystals, which will be at the core of spin-wave devices to come in the post-silicon era of electronics.
Aug 21st, 2019
Read moreColour-changing artificial 'chameleon skin' powered by light-triggered nanoparticles
Researchers have developed artificial 'chameleon skin' that changes colour when exposed to light and could be used in applications such as active camouflage and large-scale dynamic displays.
Aug 21st, 2019
Read moreA molecular propeller that enables unidirectional rotations
A team of researchers has developed a molecular propeller that enables unidirectional rotations on a material surface when energized.
Aug 20th, 2019
Read moreNanomedicine stops superbugs in their tracks
A team of researchers has discovered a way to find and beat superbugs, providing a critical breakthrough against many deadly infectious diseases.
Aug 20th, 2019
Read moreMaking and imaging cyclocarbon
Scientists have stabilized and imaged a ring of 18 carbon atoms for the first time.
Aug 20th, 2019
Read moreDoped photovoltaics
Organic dye in zinc oxide interlayer stabilizes and boosts the performance of organic solar cells.
Aug 20th, 2019
Read moreNano-vaccine offers hope for effective skin cancer treatment
Researchers have developed and tested a novel approach for tackling melanoma.
Aug 20th, 2019
Read moreMagnetically targeted drugs
Magnetic particles allow drugs to be released at precise times and in specific areas.
Aug 20th, 2019
Read moreDrawing inspiration from natural marvels to make new materials
Researchers want to recreate the chemistries found in natural materials and build similar structures in synthetic materials. By doing so, they can develop new, improved materials for use in sensors, healthcare applications, and much more.
Aug 20th, 2019
Read moreResearchers realize world's thinnest optical hologram with 2-D material monolayer
Work could lead to the creation of smart watches with holographic displays, printed security cryptograms.
Aug 20th, 2019
Read moreA painless skin patch simplifies diagnostic tests
Researchers have developed a skin patch with tiny needles that painlessly collect interstitial fluid (ISF) for testing.
Aug 19th, 2019
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