Scientists have demonstrated the world-wide first transistor based on germanium that can be programmed between electron- (n) and hole- (p) conduction.
Feb 3rd, 2017
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Researchers have devised a rapid screening method to select the most promising nanoparticles, thereby fast-tracking the development of future treatments. In less than a week, they are able to determine whether nanoparticles are compatible or not with the human body - an analysis that previously required several months of work.
Feb 3rd, 2017
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Skyrmionic bubbles, a potential data carrier in low-energy computing systems, can be controlled using temperature or a magnetic field.
Feb 3rd, 2017
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3-D atomistic structure of a real iron-platinum nanoparticle reveals previse magnetic properties.
Feb 2nd, 2017
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The world's tiniest hammer will allow researchers to get a cellular-level understanding of what happens when force is applied to brain cells.
Feb 2nd, 2017
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The addition of specific molecules to 'trap' charge carriers in semiconducting polymers proves to be a powerful method of mastering the materials' electrical properties.
Feb 2nd, 2017
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Nanometer-scale magnetic perforated grids could create new possibilities for computing. Scientists have shown how a cobalt grid can be reliably programmed at room temperature.
Feb 2nd, 2017
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Researchers investigate mechanics of lithium sulfides, which show promise as solid electrolytes.
Feb 2nd, 2017
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Scientists have created a light source that has the right characteristics: a nano-LED that is 1000 times more efficient than its predecessors, and is capable of handling gigabits per second data speeds.
Feb 2nd, 2017
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One chemist wants to make color-coded testing of diseases easier.
Feb 2nd, 2017
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Photon-blockade breakdown observed experimentally - theoretical predictions verified.
Feb 2nd, 2017
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Transparent window coatings that keep buildings and cars cool on sunny days. Devices that could more than triple solar cell efficiencies. Thin, lightweight shields that block thermal detection.
Feb 2nd, 2017
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Scientists have discovered an entirely new class of materials based on boranes that might have widespread potential applications, including improved diagnostic tools for cancer and other diseases as well as low-cost solar energy cells.
Feb 2nd, 2017
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Researchers develop a method for sensing the electric field generated in semiconductor devices during operation. The technique is demonstrated for a diamond device, with nitrogen-vacancy centers acting as local electric-field probes, subject to bias voltages up to 150 volt.
Feb 2nd, 2017
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Scientists ran a series of hard particle simulations to study melting in two-dimensional systems. Specifically, the team explored how particle shape affects the physics of a 2-D solid-to-fluid melting transition.
Feb 1st, 2017
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Researchers map iron-platinum particle in unprecedented detail.
Feb 1st, 2017
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