On-surface synthesis of graphene nanoribbons could advance quantum devices

Scientists has synthesized graphene nanoribbons on a titanium dioxide surface using an atomically precise method that removes a barrier for custom-designed carbon nanostructures required for quantum information sciences.

Researchers roll out the next generation of single-molecule race cars

Nanoengineers are getting ready to rev their engines for the second international Nanocar Race.

Could a nasal spray repair brain cells?

An inexpensive, accessible and non-invasive therapy for diseases and injuries of the brain may be slowly emerging: tiny particles called extracellular vesicles (EVs). Unlike stem cell therapies for repairing brain damage, EVs may safely regenerate brain cells and reduce inflammation.

A 2D derivative of perovskite shows potential for valleytronics applications

Engineers have found a 2D material that could make computers faster and more energy-efficient. Their material is a derivative of perovskite that has the surprising ability to enable the valleytronics phenomenon touted as a possible platform for information processing and storage.

Tiny golden bullets could help tackle asbestos-related cancers

Researchers demonstrate that gold nanotubes could be used to treat mesothelioma, a type of cancer caused by exposure to asbestos.

A new graphene-based testing system for disease-related antibodies

The new instrument, based on the principle of a quartz-crystal microbalance combined with a graphene-based bio-interface, offers a cheap, fast, simple and sensitive alternative to currently available antibody tests.