Friday, July 1, 2016

3-D paper-based microbial fuel cell operating under continuous flow condition

Scientists have demonstrated a proof-of-concept three-dimensional paper-based microbial fuel cell (MFC) that could take advantage of capillary action to guide the liquids through the MFC system and to eliminate the need for external power.

New biomaterial developed for injectable neuronal control

Silicon-based invention is tiny, soft, wirelessly functional.

Researcher pursues new applications for 'hot' electrons

NSF grant funds effort to find new uses for porous gold nanoparticles.

The promise of fluorescent polymer gels

Color-changing materials could be used to detect structural failure in energy-related equipment.