Chemists build a new, stable open-shell molecule

Chemists have synthesized a stable and long-lasting carbon-based molecule that, they say, potentially could be applicable in solar cells and electronic devices.

Controlling quantum states atom by atom

An international consortium has developed a method to precisely alter the quantum mechanical states of electrons within an array of quantum boxes.

Translating materials with math

The rapidly evolving branches of materials science need mathematics to translate their accumulating knowledge into a common language.

Drug candidate shrinks tumor when delivered by plant virus nanoparticle

Phenanthriplatin outperformed cisplatin in mouse model of triple-negative breast cancer when encapsulated into nanocarrier.

Majorana particles in topological superconductors: Search for illusive particles equivalent to their own anti-particles

Theoreticians report on the existence of Majorana-type particles based on analysis of independent scanning tunneling spectroscopy measurements on thin film of topological insulator bismuth telluride on substrate of superconducting niobium selenide. The findings are important for robust topological quantum computing.

LIFE project NanoMONITOR kicks off

The newly started European Commission LIFE project NanoMONITOR addresses the challenges of supporting the risk assessment of nanomaterials under REACH by development of a real-time information and monitoring system.

Massive trove of battery and molecule data released to public

The Materials Project, a Google-like database of material properties aimed at accelerating innovation, has released an enormous trove of data to the public, giving scientists working on fuel cells, photovoltaics, thermoelectrics, and a host of other advanced materials a powerful tool to explore new research avenues.

Tunable lasers to improve infrared spectroscopy

The lasers are single-chip, solid-state, and offer high-power rapid tuning.

Mixing solids and liquids enhances optical properties of both

New approach can dramatically change the extent to which optical devices scatter light.

Scientists design energy-carrying particles called 'topological plexcitons'

Scientists have engineered 'topological plexcitons', energy-carrying particles that could help make possible the design of new kinds of solar cells and miniaturized optical circuitry.

Tunneling ionization helps scientists to track ultrafast changes in molecules

Using tunneling ionization and ultrashort laser pulses, scientists have been able to observe the structure of a molecule and the changes that take place within billionths of a billionth of a second when it is excited by an electron impact.

Potential new therapy could reduce dangerous post-heart-attack inflammation

Targeting molecules that attract immune cells to atherosclerotic plaques may prevent future cardiac events.