Graphene-based sensor detects harmful air pollution in the home
Scientists have developed a graphene-based sensor and switch that can detect harmful air pollution in the home with very low power consumption.
Apr 14th, 2016
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A sticky-spaghetti-with-meatballs model to describe nuclear import
A sticky-spaghetti-with-meatballs model may be sufficient to describe how the nucleus in each of our cells selectively allows the entrance and exit of certain molecules, while blocking others to protect genetic material and normal functions of the cell.
Apr 14th, 2016
Read moreJanus-like nanoparticle membranes
Sub-nanometer molecular asymmetry between the two different faces of nanoparticle membranes formed at air-water interface is revealed.
Apr 14th, 2016
Read moreScientists grow a material based on hafnium oxide for a new type of non-volatile memory
Researchers have, for the first time, experimentally demonstrated that polycrystalline fused films of hafnium and zirconium oxides with a thickness of just 2.5 nm retain their ferroelectric properties. This could potentially be used to develop non-volatile memory elements.
Apr 14th, 2016
Read moreElectrons slide through the hourglass on surface of bizarre material
A team of researchers has predicted the existence of a new state of matter in which current flows only through a set of surface channels that resemble an hourglass. These channels are created through the action of a newly theorized particle, dubbed the 'hourglass fermion', which arises due to a special property of the material.
Apr 13th, 2016
Read morePhysicists gain new view of superconductor
An international team of physicists has directly observed some unique characteristics of a superconductor for the first time.
Apr 13th, 2016
Read moreComputers in your clothes? A milestone for wearable electronics
Researchers who are working to develop wearable electronics have reached a milestone: They are able to embroider circuits into fabric with 0.1 mm precision - the perfect size to integrate electronic components such as sensors and computer memory devices into clothing.
Apr 13th, 2016
Read moreThe impact of anti-odor nanosilver clothing on the environment
Scientists report that silver nanoparticles and coatings do wash off of commercially available garments in the laundry but at negligible levels. They also found that even low concentrations of silver on clothing kept microbes at bay.
Apr 13th, 2016
Read moreFlake-like nanoparticles offer reliable rust protection
Research scientists have developed a special type of flake-like zinc-phosphate nanoparticles. These nanoparticles are ten times as long as they are thick. As a result of this anisotropy, the penetration of gas molecules into the metal is slowed down.
Apr 13th, 2016
Read moreUltra-long, one-dimensional carbon chains are synthesised for the first time
Researchers have stabilized chains of more than 6,400 carbon atoms using double-walled nanotubes.
Apr 13th, 2016
Read moreNovel sheet camera can be wrapped around everyday objects to capture images
Researchers have designed and fabricated a flexible lens array that adapts its optical properties when the sheet camera is bent. This optical adaptation enables the sheet camera to produce high quality images over a wide range of sheet deformations.
Apr 12th, 2016
Read moreUsing nanotubes to create single photons for quantum communication
Demonstration of room temperature, single photon emission in doped carbon nanotubes opens a new path toward quantum information technologies.
Apr 12th, 2016
Read moreNew technique creates precisely sized nanocontainers useful for drug delivery
The method employs microfluidics to create precise nanoscale spherical capsules.
Apr 12th, 2016
Read moreTumble-proof cargo transporter in biological cells
New model shows how collective transport by synthetic nanomotors along biopolymer filaments can be effectively directed.
Apr 12th, 2016
Read moreResearchers create perfect nanoscrolls from graphene's imperfect form
A research team fabricated nanoscrolls made from graphene oxide flakes and was able to control the dimensions of each nanoscroll, using both low- and high-frequency ultrasonic techniques. The scrolls have mechanical properties that are similar to graphene, and they can be made at a fraction of the cost.
Apr 12th, 2016
Read moreNew transparent luminous nanoparticles provide high temperature stable protection against counterfeiting
Research scientists have developed luminous particles that can also withstand high temperatures. When activated by UV light or x-rays, they glow orange red.
Apr 12th, 2016
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