Experiment shows magnetic chips could dramatically increase computing's energy efficiency

In a breakthrough for energy-efficient computing, engineers have shown for the first time that magnetic chips can operate with the lowest fundamental level of energy dissipation possible under the laws of thermodynamics.

Spray-on coating could ice-proof airplanes, power lines, windshields

Thin, clear and slightly rubbery to the touch, the spray-on formula could make ice slide off equipment, airplanes and car windshields with only the force of gravity or a gentle breeze.

New fuel cell design powered by graphene-wrapped nanocrystals

Researchers have developed a new materials recipe for a battery-like hydrogen fuel cell - which surrounds hydrogen-absorbing magnesium nanocrystals with atomically thin graphene sheets - to push its performance forward in key areas.

Soap bubbles for treating stenosed blood vessels

Liposomes are currently used as drug delivery vehicles but recognized by the immune system. Scientists have now shown that special artificial liposomes do not elicit any reaction in human and porcine sera as well as pigs.

'Unboil an egg' machine could find nanotechnology applications

A machine that can 'unboil an egg by unravelling its proteins can also cut through incredibly strong carbon nanotubes, creating huge potential for new electronics and drugs.

Atomically thin lens to revolutionize cameras

Scientists have created the world's thinnest lens, one two-thousandth the thickness of a human hair, opening the door to flexible computer displays and a revolution in miniature cameras

A foldable material that can change size, volume and shape

Researchers have designed a new type of foldable material that is versatile, tunable and self actuated. It can change size, volume and shape; it can fold flat to withstand the weight of an elephant without breaking, and pop right back up to prepare for the next task.

Tuning in to soft vibrations

Details about the structure and properties of metal cluster complexes have been revealed thanks to a new spectroscopy method.