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Unexpected discovery leads to new theory of liquid streaming

Scientists were studying the nonlinear transmission of light through an aqueous suspension of gold nanoparticles when they noticed something unexpected. A pulse laser appeared to have forced the movement of a stream of liquid in a glass laboratory cuvette.

Sep 27th, 2017

Ancient ink for cancer treatment

For hundreds of years, Chinese calligraphers have used a plant-based ink to create beautiful messages and art. Now, researchers report that this ink could noninvasively and effectively treat cancer cells that spread, or metastasize, to lymph nodes.

Sep 27th, 2017

Faster imaging at the nanoscale level

A patented new technique by engineers speeds up imaging of biological specimens and high-tech materials.

Sep 27th, 2017

Quantum communications bend to our needs

By changing the wavelengths of entangled photons to those used in telecommunications, researchers see quantum technology take a major leap forward.

Sep 26th, 2017

Researchers develop wearable solar thermoelectric generator

Researchers have demonstrated a new advanced energy harvesting system, capable of generating electricity by simply being attached to clothes, windows, and outer walls of a building.

Sep 26th, 2017

Photoacoustic imaging and photothermal cancer therapy using bilirubin nanoparticles

The research team applied the properties of a bile pigment called BR, which exerts potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, to this research.

Sep 26th, 2017

Europe's cathedrals get new life thanks to nanoparticles

The current phase of restoration of the Pisa Cathedral started 4 years ago, with workers using traditional restoration techniques. But this could soon change thanks to innovative nanomaterials being tested.

Sep 26th, 2017

Graphene forged into three-dimensional shapes

Scientists have discovered how graphene, a single-atom-thin layer of carbon, can be forged into three-dimensional objects by using laser light.

Sep 26th, 2017

Bringing signals into phase

A novel type of electronic component made from a blend of polymer materials could enable more effective circuitry.

Sep 26th, 2017

Nanogenerator-powered electrospinning system

Researchers report a self-powered electrospinning system, which is composed of a rotating-disk TENG, a voltage-doubling rectifying circuit, and a simple spinneret.