Nanotubes' 'stuffing' as is

Researchers examined different types of carbon nanotubes' 'stuffing' and classified them according to the influence on the properties of the nanotubes.

Meta-lens works in the visible spectrum, sees smaller than a wavelength of light

High efficiency ultra-thin planar lens could replace heavy, bulky lenses in smart phones, cameras and telescopes.

Dentin nanostructures - a super-natural phenomenon

Dentin is one of the most durable biological materials in the human body. Researchers were able to show that the reason for this can be traced to its nanostructures and specifically to the interactions between the organic and inorganic components.

Tiny lasers enable next-gen microprocessors to run faster, less power-hungry

Scientists were able to fabricate tiny lasers directly on silicon - a huge breakthrough for the semiconductor industry and well beyond.

Graphene device could substantially increase the energy efficiency of fossil fuel-powered cars

The nano-device, known as a 'ballistic rectifier', is able to convert heat which would otherwise be wasted from the car exhaust and engine body into a useable electrical current.

Programmable materials find strength in molecular repetition

Synthetic proteins based on those found in a variety of squid species' ring teeth may lead the way to self-healing polymers carefully constructed for specific toughness and stretchability that might have applications in textiles, cosmetics and medicine.

A switch for light wave electronics

Attosecond physics shows light-induced sub-atomic movement of electrons.

Off the beaten track

An unusual silicon-rich alloy offers enhanced channeling of light for optical computer chips.

Magnetic memory - Keeping cool with graphene

The unusual thermal properties of graphene could help increase the storage capacity of magnetic memory.

Researchers mimic butterfly wing nanostructures for compact new technology

Inspired by the intricate structure of a butterfly wing, researchers have developed a technique that could be used to make more brilliant computer screens.