Super-resolution spectral imaging to monitor dynamic processes in real time
Research team develops approach to increase resolution of multichannel spectrometers.
Apr 26th, 2017
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Nanoparticles can travel from lungs to blood, possibly explaining risks to heart
Scientists have found evidence in human and animal studies that inhaled nanoparticles can travel from the lungs into the bloodstream, potentially explaining the link between air pollution and cardiovascular disease.
Apr 26th, 2017
Read moreHybrid heterostructures with programmable potentials
Researchers have added a new option for tailoring the electronic properties, using molecular monolayers to create controllable periodic potentials on the surface of graphene.
Apr 26th, 2017
Read moreNanodiamond-enhanced MRI offers greater range of diagnostic and therapeutic applications
Scientists have devised a means of tracking nanodiamonds noninvasively with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), opening up a host of new applications.
Apr 26th, 2017
Read moreNanotechnology designed to speed up the hardening of concrete
Researchers propose an ultrarapid synthesis of nano-tobermorite, a nanoparticle used to speed up the hardening of concrete and regarded as a high-added value addition.
Apr 26th, 2017
Read moreA more than 100% quantum step toward producing hydrogen fuel
Researchers have created a quantum dot photoelectrochemical cell that catalytically achieved quantum efficiency for hydrogen gas production exceeding 100% - in the case of their experiments an efficiency approaching 114%.
Apr 25th, 2017
Read moreScientist invents way to trigger artificial photosynthesis to clean air
A chemistry professor has just found a way to trigger the process of photosynthesis in a synthetic material, turning greenhouse gases into clean air and producing energy all at the same time.
Apr 25th, 2017
Read moreStabilizing molecule could pave way for lithium-air fuel cell
A novel approach for creating a functional designer interphase is based on bromide-containing ionic polymers (ionomers) that selectively tether to the lithium anode to form a few-nanometers-thick conductive coating that protects the electrode from degradation and fade.
Apr 25th, 2017
Read moreNano-notch sends self-assembling polymers into a spiral
Template modification could speed up the fabrication of sensing substrates and other novel structures.
Apr 25th, 2017
Read moreRevolutionary method reveals impact of short circuits on battery safety
How lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries behave under short-circuit conditions can now be examined using a new approach to help improve reliability and safety.
Apr 25th, 2017
Read moreResearchers change the color of assembled nanoparticles with an electrical stimulant
The team used core/shell nanoparticles to improve color contrast and expand color schemes by using a combination of pigmentary color (from inherent properties) and structural color (from particle assemblies).
Apr 25th, 2017
Read moreA nano form of iron for fortification of foods
Whey protein nanofibrils loaded with iron nanoparticles: Researchers are developing a new and highly effective way of fortifying iron into food and drinks.
Apr 25th, 2017
Read moreModel for multivalley polaritons
Scientists model the formation of multivalleys in semiconductor microcavities, bringing new ideas to the emerging valleytronics field.
Apr 25th, 2017
Read moreUsing light to propel water
With new method, engineers can control and separate fluids on a surface using only visible light.
Apr 25th, 2017
Read moreEfficient Earth-abundant heterogeneous electrocatalysts for photoelectrochemical water splitting
A new review article summarizes the recent progress in the design, synthesis, and catalytic performance evaluation of earth-abundant heterogeneous electrocatalysts for the application of PEC water splitting.
Apr 25th, 2017
Read moreResearchers develop eco-friendly, 4-in-1 nanocatalyst
Researchers have developed a new composite catalyst that can perform four separate chemical reactions in sequential order and in one container to produce compounds useful in making a wide range of pharmaceutical products.
Apr 24th, 2017
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