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Scientists Prove the Possibility of Stenciling with Atoms in High-Quality 2D Materials

Unlimited possibilities are almost available for the new field of two-dimensional, one-atomic-layer-thick materials, including but not limited to graphene.

2 May 2017

New 2D Materials Prove to be Fast in Conducting Electricity

New two-dimensional materials, with breakthrough magnetic and electrical attributes capable of making them building blocks of future quantum computers and several other improved electronics, have been fabricated by physicists at the University of California, Irvine.

27 Apr 2017

DNA Self-Assembly Allows Control of the Optical Properties of Plasmonic Metamolecules

Plasmonic nanoparticles reveal properties based on their geometries and relative positions. Now, researchers have developed a simple way to control the optical properties of plasmonic nanostructures that strongly rely on their spatial arrangement.

25 Apr 2017

Secret Behind Formation of Hollowed Nanoparticles During Metal Oxidation Revealed

Rust is a sign of neglect. Rust undermines the tools and structures that are used on a daily basis, from cars to buildings and bridges. However, if carefully controlled, the same process that causes rust – metal oxidation – could provide researchers ways to progress advanced drug delivery technologies or battery technologies.

24 Apr 2017

Scientists Unearth the Mystery Behind Melting of Two-Dimensional Substances

At the end of a detailed study, researchers at the University of Oxford’s Department of Chemistry have established experimental proof related to melting of two-dimensional materials. The outcomes of the research can be used to assist in technological advancement of thin-film materials such as graphene.

24 Apr 2017

A Study on Unpredictable Behavior of Nanoparticles

Nanoparticles behave in an extremely complex manner in the environment. In a large overview study, ETH environmental scientists have proved that currently there is a lack of systematic experimental data that could help in understanding the nanoparticles in a comprehensive way.

20 Apr 2017

New Stress-Induced Fabrication Process to Form Nanocomponents from Nanoparticles

Researchers from Sandia National Laboratories have used pressure instead of chemicals to fabricate nanoparticles into nanowire-array structures just like those that underlie the surfaces of touch-screens for TVs, phones, computers and sensors.

19 Apr 2017

New Nano-Coatings Reduce the Effort for Cleaning Heat Exchangers

Heat exchangers are used in a number of steps while processing juice and milk in the food industry. It is essential that these heat exchangers are free from microbes in order to avoid the occurrence of risks when used by customers.

12 Apr 2017

New Nanobody Tool Used for Transferring Proteins

A team of researchers at the Biozentrum of the University of Basel have formulated a new technique by which proteins can be moved to a new location in a cell. The unique tool enables researchers to explore the function of proteins based on their position by using nanobodies.

12 Apr 2017

Innovative Testing Platform for Assessing Nanotherapeutics for Different Cancers

An innovative testing platform for the real-time assessment of effectiveness of nanomaterials in gene expression regulation has been developed by researchers at Northwestern Medicine.

12 Apr 2017