Nanotubes self-organize and wiggle: Evolution of a nonequilibrium system demonstrates MEPP

Scientists have demonstrated the emergence of self-organized structures that drive the evolution of a non-equilibrium system to a state of maximum entropy production. The authors suggest MEPP underlies the evolution of the artificial system's self-organization, in the same way that it underlies the evolution of ordered systems (biological life) on Earth.

Microfluidics enables production of shape-controllable microgels sought for medicine, research

A new, relatively simple process makes it possible to create biocompatible particles called shape-controllable microgels that could be custom-designed for specific roles such as drug delivery vehicles, tissue engineering building blocks and biomedical research.

Electronics you can wrap around your finger

A new multiferroric film keeps its electric and magnetic properties even when highly curved, paving the way for potential uses in wearable devices.

Extreme-temperature thin-film electronics

Futuristic material molybdenum disulfide may find new application for thin-film transistors in extremely high-temperature electronics and sensors.

DNA 'cage' could improve nanopore technology

Researchers have combined a nanopore with a tiny cage capable of trapping and holding a single DNA strand after it has been pulled through the pore. While caged, biochemical experiments can be performed on the strand, which can then be zipped back through the nanopore to look at how the strand has changed.

The transformation of carbon nanotubes in the atmosphere may significantly alter their toxicity

The toxicity of carbon nanotubes (CNTs) has received significant attention due to their usage in a wide range of commercial applications. While numerous studies exist on their impacts in water and soil ecosystems, there is a lack of information on the exposure to CNTs from the atmosphere.

Researchers obtain hybrid perovskite nanoparticles with 80% luminescence yield

Scientists have developed a method for preparing methylammonium-lead bromide hybrid nanoparticles with extraordinary luminescence. This work has successfully increased the luminescence efficiency of nanoparticles up to 80% and has also proven their high stability under ultraviolet visible light.

New nanotechnology tools possible with Moebius strip from laser light

A Möbius strip created from laser light opens up new possibilities for material processing and for micro- and nanotechnology.