Performing cellular surgery with a laser-powered nanoblade

To study certain aspects of cells, researchers need the ability to take the innards out, manipulate them, and put them back. Options for this kind of work are limited, but in a new study researchers describe a 'nanoblade' that can slice through a cell's membrane to insert mitochondria.

Enhancing lab-on-a-chip peristalsis with electro-osmosis

Researchers have conducted analyses to electrically increase liquid flow in pump-free microfluidic devices.

The philosophy of chemistry... and what it can tell us about life, the universe and everything

The development of the Philosophy of Chemistry is a relatively young and niche field of philosophical investigation. It poses unique and interesting questions concerning both the kind of knowledge acquired in science, and the understanding of nature itself.

Researchers integrate diamond/boron nitride crystalline layers for use in high-power devices

Materials researchers have developed a new technique to deposit diamond on the surface of cubic boron nitride (c-BN), integrating the two materials into a single crystalline structure.

Scientists develop synchronized molecular motors

An international team of scientists has created molecular motors that can communicate and synchronize their movements.

Distance wireless charging enhanced by magnetic metamaterials

The system, made with a shell of metamaterials which concentrates the magnetic field, could transmit energy efficiently enough to charge mobile devices without having to place them close to the charging base.

Common nanoparticle has subtle effects on oxidative stress genes

A nanoparticle commonly used in food, cosmetics, sunscreen and other products can have subtle effects on the activity of genes expressing enzymes that address oxidative stress inside two types of cells.

Combining two thin-film materials yields surprising room-temperature magnetism

A new and unexpected magnetic effect has taken researchers by surprise, and could open up a new pathway to advanced electronic devices and even robust quantum computer architecture.

Graphene flakes to calm synapses

A new study showed how effective graphene oxide flakes are at interfering with excitatory synapses, an effect that could prove useful in new treatments for diseases like epilepsy.

Spin lifetime anisotropy of graphene is much weaker than previously reported

New work demonstrates spin-lifetime anisotropy measurements in graphene and discusses them in light of current theoretical knowledge.

Open access infrastructure for a pilot line of nanoparticles and nanocomposites

A simple and open access to high-class infrastructure for the reliable production of small batches of functionalized nanoparticles and nanocomposites for testing could ease the way towards new nano-based products for chemical and pharmaceutical companies.

Fine tuning phosphorous heterocycle materials for organic electronics

This method enables the fine tuning of the electronic properties of such phosphorous heterocycles compounds for applications including fabrication of organic electronics and hydrogen fluoride sensors.