Researchers document transformation of graphite into hexagonal diamond
A new study answers longstanding questions about the formation of a rare type of diamond during major meteorite strikes.
Nov 2nd, 2017
Read moreA new study answers longstanding questions about the formation of a rare type of diamond during major meteorite strikes.
Nov 2nd, 2017
Read moreNanospheres made with the new method may be used for designing drugs to fight thrombosis and cancer.
Nov 2nd, 2017
Read moreAn optical whispering gallery mode resonator can spin light around the circumference of a tiny sphere millions of times, creating an ultrasensitive microchip-based sensor for multiple applications.
Nov 2nd, 2017
Read moreThe quest to develop ever-faster and more powerful computers has led to one of the most rudimentary methods of counting being given a 21st century make-over.
Nov 2nd, 2017
Read moreThe new system's distinctive features are simplicity, fast reaction speed and high sensitivity.
Nov 2nd, 2017
Read moreResearchers have developed a jellyfish-inspired electronic skin that glows when the pressure against it is high enough to potentially cause an injury.
Nov 1st, 2017
Read moreScientists confined liquid crystals within droplets, creating shells floating in water. To create patterns, Tran then added surfactants, or soapy molecules, to the water.
Nov 1st, 2017
Read more3-D origami circuits could revolutionize electronic designs.
Nov 1st, 2017
Read moreLaser-based method creates force-sensitive, flexible microstructures that conduct electricity.
Nov 1st, 2017
Read moreThe ability of graphene to add functionality to common objects has been exploited in a new product on the market: footwear with better thermal properties.
Nov 1st, 2017
Read moreNew SOFT e-textiles could offer advanced protection for soldiers and emergency personnel.
Nov 1st, 2017
Read moreScientists have discovered a pioneering new technique to transform ambient heat into motion in nanoscale devices - which could revolutionise future generations of data storage and sensors.
Nov 1st, 2017
Read moreScientists studied localized strain occurring when a semi-conductor contacts a conductor at the nanoscale.
Nov 1st, 2017
Read moreScientists have developed a way to control the shape of polymer molecules so they self-assemble into non-spherical nanoparticles - an advance that could improve the delivery of toxic drugs to tumours.
Nov 1st, 2017
Read moreThe new method allows researchers to add in a host of new abilities via functional nanoparticles that adhere to the surface of the mesh.
Nov 1st, 2017
Read moreAn innovative technique for making tunable magnetic skyrmions could lead to next-generation memory and computing technologies.
Nov 1st, 2017
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