Peering into cell structures where neurodiseases emerge

A latticework of tiny tubes called microtubules gives your cells their shape and also acts like a railroad track that essential proteins travel on. But if there is a glitch in the connection between train and track, diseases can occur. Researchers reveal for the first time - atom by atom - the structure of one of these proteins bound to a microtubule.

Nanotechnology makes metal wires on solar cells nearly invisible to light

Scientists have discovered how to hide the reflective upper contact and funnel light directly to the semiconductor below. Their findings could lead to a new paradigm in the design and fabrication of solar cells.

Dimensionality transition in a newly created material

Iron oxides occur in nature in many forms, often significantly different from each other in terms of structure and physical properties. However, a new variety of iron oxide surprised both physicists and engineers, as it revealed features previously unobserved in any other material.

Nano-antennas assist in improving spatial resolution of terahertz microscopy

Researchers have demonstrated a detector for terahertz waves with integrated optical nano-antennas. The detector enables enhanced spatial resolution in terahertz microscopy.

Quantum insulation

Two physical phenomena, localization and ergodicity-breaking, are conjoined in new experimental and theoretical work.

A new form of real gold, almost as light as air

Scientists have produced a new kind of foam out of gold, a three-dimensional mesh of gold that consists mostly of pores. It is the lightest gold nugget ever created.

Developing a fundamental understanding of pyroelectric effect at the nanoscale

Researchers are seeking ways to harness heat energy lost from automobiles, buildings and other devices.

New 'self-healing' gel makes electronics more flexible

Researchers have developed a first-of-its-kind self-healing gel that repairs and connects electronic circuits, creating opportunities to advance the development of flexible electronics, biosensors and batteries as energy storage devices.

Nanoparticles simplify DNA identification and quantification

Researchers successfully applied a new qualitative and quantitative method for the detection of a DNA sequence characteristic of Leishmania infantum kinetoplast, a frequent parasite in veterinary that affects humans too.