In analogy to the amplification of light in a laser, vibrations of a semiconductor nanostructure, so called phonons, were enhanced by interaction with an electron current.
Apr 3rd, 2019
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MAX phases unite the positive properties of ceramics and metals. A new method now makes it possible to produce this material class on an industrial scale.
Apr 3rd, 2019
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The European research project NanoHybrids has successfully developed production systems for organic aerogel particles and manufactured larger quantities of these novel materials for the first time. This represents an important step towards industrial mass production and application of particulate aerogels by the industrial and research consortium.
Apr 3rd, 2019
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A new technique allows the design of solid materials that are coloured in the dark. This can have applications in rewritable displays or optical data storage systems.
Apr 3rd, 2019
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Researchers report the development of plants that can make nanomaterials called metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and the application of MOFs as coatings on plants. The augmented plants could potentially perform useful new functions, such as sensing chemicals or harvesting light more efficiently.
Apr 3rd, 2019
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Scientists are using principles in quantum science and engineering to build a graphene-based logic device. This new technology will improve the energy efficiency of battery-dependent devices from cell phones to computers.
Apr 3rd, 2019
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Chemists use free radicals to produce polymers strong enough to encapsulate drugs while remaining degradable.
Apr 3rd, 2019
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Researchers have shown, through a supercomputer simulation, that high strength and shape memory can be realized at the same time by combining crystal grains of different sizes, a feat previously thought impossible.
Apr 3rd, 2019
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Nanowires that form and disperse as the temperature changes form the basis of a robust thermochromic liquid.
Apr 3rd, 2019
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Assembled from tiny identical pieces, the wing could enable lighter, more energy-efficient aircraft designs.
Apr 2nd, 2019
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Adaptable films show promise for use in buildings, wearables, camouflage and solar.
Apr 2nd, 2019
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The difficulty in spotting minute amounts of disease circulating in the bloodstream has proven a stumbling block in the detection and treatment of cancers that advance stealthily with few symptoms. With a novel electrochemical biosensing device that identifies the tiniest signals these biomarkers emit, researchers are hoping to bridge this gap.
Apr 2nd, 2019
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DNA nanotechnology uses DNA molecules as programmable 'Legos' to assemble structures with a control not possible with other molecules.
Apr 2nd, 2019
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In the not-too-distant future, each of us may have a simple device - small enough for our nightstand or our pocket - that keeps us apprised of our level of health, identifies even trace amounts of undesirable biomarkers in our blood or saliva and serves as an early-warning system for diseases. This is one of the promises of personalized medicine.
Apr 2nd, 2019
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Researchers have explored the rapid growth of large graphene single crystal on liquid Cu based on the liquid metal chemical vapor deposition strategy.
Apr 2nd, 2019
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The new medium, made of copper nanoparticles, has promising applications in the production of electronic devices that would otherwise depend on expensive gold and silver counterparts.
Apr 2nd, 2019
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