Atomic view of microtubules

Researchers achieve record 3.5 angstroms resolution and visualize action of a major microtubule-regulating protein.

World's quietest gas lets physicists hear faint quantum effects

Lowest-entropy gas allows modeling of quantum systems such as high-temperature superconductors.

Two spin liquids square off in an iron-based superconductor

Changes in short-range, transient order in competing liquid-like phases precede onset of superconductivity.

Fast, accurate nanosensor acts as a biochemical nose

A miniaturized sensor based on Raman spectroscopy that can quickly and accurately detect or diagnose substances at a molecular level. The system can do chemistry, biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, clinical diagnosis, and chemical analysis,

Molecular tinkering doubles cancer drug's efficacy

Researchers have packaged a widely used cancer drug into nanoparticles, more than doubling its effectiveness at destroying tumors.

Fast times and hot spots in plasmonic nanostructures

Scientists demonstrated the ability to control the time-resolved optical responses of hybrid plasmonic nanostructures.

Graphene drives potential for the next-generation of fuel-efficient cars

Graphene could lead to greener more fuel efficient cars in the future by converting heat into electricity.

Study explores nanoscale structure of thin films

Scientists discuss a new way to apply a widely used local-structure analysis tool - known as atomic pair distribution function (PDF) analysis - to x-ray scattering data from thin films, quickly yielding high-quality information on the films' atomic structure. The work creates new avenues for studies of nanocrystalline thin films.

Nanotechnology developed to help treat heart attack and stroke

Researchers are a step closer to a safer and more effective way to treat heart attack and stroke via nanotechnology.

Nanoparticles in bottle plastic doubles shelf life of pasteurized fresh milk

Inclusion of microparticles - formed by coating ceramic particles with silver nanoparticles - in bottle plastic extends shelf life from seven to 15 days.