Mechanism behind the electric charges generated by photosynthesis

Photosynthesis requires a mechanism to produce large amounts of chemical energy without losing the oxidative power needed to break down water. A research team has clarified part of this mechanism, marking another step towards the potential development of artificial photosynthesis.

'Twist and shine': Development of a new photoluminescent sensor material

Researchers are reporting a new kind of sensor molecules that brightens up when the material they are incorporated into comes under heavy mechanical stress.

Magnets built atom-by-atom in first effort of its kind

Computers create recipe for two new magnetic materials.

New energies in gas sensing

An ultrathin semiconducting sheet showing gas-responsive electronic properties may lead to highly sensitive gas sensors.

Feeling the heat in cells

New nanosensors provide unprecedented data on how heat diffuses in and out of living cells.

Putting a block on dot-to-dot

Optimizing the tunneling of electrons between nanoscale electronic structures could aid the development of quantum computers.

Smaller is better for water-splitting catalyst

Experiments reveal how manganese oxide nanoparticles can mimic water-splitting biological complexes.