Thursday, March 23, 2017

Researchers make flexible glass for tiny medical devices

Glass can bend over and over again on a nanoscale.

Artificial photosynthesis steps into the light

Scientists turn transition metals into practical catalyst for solar, other applications.

Researchers discover new type of memory effect in Transition Metal Oxides

Researchers have uncovered a new kind of memory effect, unrelated to memory effects previously reported.

Laser activated gold pyramids could deliver drugs, DNA into cells without harm

Scientists have developed a new method using gold microstructures to deliver a variety of molecules into cells with high efficiency and no lasting damage.

Research reveals inner workings of liquid crystals

New research uncovers previously unknown features that develop from the interface between air and certain widely studied liquid crystals.

Controlling microparticles from afar

Researchers have developed a new method that allows them to remotely control and move a micron-sized particle to a desired position.

Solar-powered graphene skin opens new possibilities for prosthetics

A new way of harnessing the sun's rays to power 'synthetic skin' could help to create advanced prosthetic limbs capable of returning the sense of touch to amputees.