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Probing Nanomaterial Dynamics With X-Ray Photon Correlation Spectroscopy

Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to transform technologies as diverse as solar panels, in-body medical sensors and self-driving vehicles.

15 Mar 2024

Fresh Perspectives on Greener Skincare Protection

When it comes to improving sun protection in cosmetics, lignin nanoparticles (LNPs) have shown great promise since they have better UV-blocking properties than soluble lignin oligomers.

12 Mar 2024

Developing Carbon-Based Semiconductors for Next-Gen Electronics

It might seem like a roll of chicken wire, but this little cylinder of carbon atoms—too small to see with the naked eye—could one day be used to make electronic devices ranging from night vision goggles and motion detectors to more powerful solar panels, thanks to techniques developed by Duke University researchers.

12 Mar 2024

Can Nanoparticles Be Made Safe for Pregnancy Treatments?

Pregnant women frequently suffer as a result of the dearth of clinical studies, since accessible drugs are administered off-label or not at all.

11 Mar 2024

Combined Microscopy for Light-Driven Polymer Observations

Expanding scientific understanding frequently requires taking as close a look as possible at what is going on. Researchers in Japan have now seen the nanoscale behavior of azo-polymer films when triggered with laser light.

11 Mar 2024

Nano Microscope Offers Simultaneous Measurement of Properties

A team of researchers from the Korea Research Institute of Standards and Science (KRISS) has created a hybrid nano-microscope that can measure a variety of nano-material properties simultaneously.

8 Mar 2024

MIT Scientists Enhance Vaccines with Novel Nanoparticles

Numerous vaccines, such as those for whooping cough and hepatitis B, contain bits of bacterial or viral proteins.

8 Mar 2024

Quantum Nanolaminates: Revolution in Dielectric Layer Designs

LASER COMPONENTS is at the cutting edge of research. As part of the "QuantUV" research project, the R&D department in Olching investigated how the absorption edge of anti-reflective coatings can be shifted into the short wavelength range by using quantum nanolaminates (QNL).

7 Mar 2024

Atomically Precise Synthesis of Metal Nanoclusters

A team of researchers has successfully created and determined the crystal structure of a metal nanocluster. They provide experimental evidence for the precise design and understanding of nanoclusters with tailored properties at the atomic level in their study.

6 Mar 2024

Modifying Aluminum Nanoparticles’ Catalytic Properties

Catalysts play a crucial role in accelerating chemical reactions, making them more efficient. Developing new catalytic technologies is essential for advancing the green energy transition.

6 Mar 2024