Bismuth shows novel conducting properties
New work establishes bismuth as a higher-order topological insulator and opens the way to identify new ones.
Sep 12th, 2018
Read moreNew work establishes bismuth as a higher-order topological insulator and opens the way to identify new ones.
Sep 12th, 2018
Read moreA high-throughput computer model predicts diffusion data for the transport of light elements within solids.
Sep 12th, 2018
Read moreCheap and accessible cobalt-based catalysts could fast-track the industrial-scale production of hydrogen from water.
Sep 12th, 2018
Read moreBy investigating the influence of electric fields on liquids, scientists could develop a new technique for controlling their friction and adhesive properties.
Sep 12th, 2018
Read moreAn ultracompact laser has been made using semiconductor nanoscale columns.
Sep 12th, 2018
Read moreResearchers are using nanoparticles to make photodetectors better able to handle the ultraviolet radiation produced in high-energy physics experiments.
Sep 11th, 2018
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Read moreTechnique for imaging magnetization dynamics developed in a joint project.
Sep 11th, 2018
Read moreInspired by ancient gilding processes, engineers have added a single layer of graphene on top of metal leaves, thereby doubling the protective quality of gilding against wear and tear.
Sep 11th, 2018
Read moreEngineers have developed a new ultrasound transducer, or probe, that could dramatically lower the cost of ultrasound scanners to as little as $100. Their patent-pending innovation is portable, wearable and can be powered by a smartphone.
Sep 11th, 2018
Read moreNew work with carbon nanodots seeks to provide the first model of how ultrafine carbon-based particles interact with the lung tissues.
Sep 11th, 2018
Read moreBy employing a rigorous theoretical analysis, researchers have developed a new theory to describe different variants of 2D-material-based Schottky diodes under a unifying framework.
Sep 11th, 2018
Read moreSimilar structures could one day be used for brighter cosmetics and better fibre optics.
Sep 11th, 2018
Read moreThe technology could revolutionize how we measure the magnetic fields that flow through our electronics, our planet, and even our bodies.
Sep 10th, 2018
Read moreScientists have now shown for the first time that graphene can actually convert electronic signals with frequencies in the gigahertz range - which correspond to today's clock rates - extremely efficiently into signals with several times higher frequency.
Sep 10th, 2018
Read moreBreakthrough discovery could improve production of fuels and chemicals.
Sep 10th, 2018
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