Researchers combine simulation, experiment for nanoscale 3-D printing (w/video)

Researchers have used focused electron beam induced deposition, or FEBID, to essentially 3-D print at the nanoscale.

Metal-organic frameworks found to exist in nature

A surprising discovery by scientists in Canada and Russia reveals that MOFs also exist in nature - albeit in the form of rare minerals found so far only in Siberian coal mines.

Five nanotechnology research projects that could deliver big results

From energy efficiency to carbon capture, nanotechnology researchers are on it.

New project to develop new device that delivers photo-induced cancer therapy

Physicists are leading a project to develop a new multifunctional platform that can integrate imaging and photo-induced cancer therapy in a single, portable device.

Discovery yields self-healing diamond-like carbon coating

Researchers discovered an ultra-durable, self-lubricating tribofilm.

Scientists discover light could exist in a previously unknown form

New research suggests that it is possible to create a new form of light by binding light to a single electron, combining the properties of both.

Record-breaking logic gate 'another important milestone' on road to quantum computers

Researchers have achieved a quantum logic gate with record-breaking 99.9% precision, reaching the benchmark required theoretically to build a quantum computer.

Spinning electrons could lead to new electronics

Physicists demonstrate how electrons with well-controlled pseudospin can be injected into graphene.

Development of a novel carbon nanomaterial 'pot'

A novel, pot-shaped, carbon nanomaterial is several times deeper than any hollow carbon nanostructure previously produced.

Electrified quantum diamond can become the heart of quantum networks and computers of the future

Scientists predict that artificial defects in the crystal lattice of diamond can be turned into ultrabright and extremely efficient electrically-driven quantum emitters.

Nature-inspired nanotubes that assemble themselves, with precision

Scientists discover another design principle for building nanostructures.

Buckyball buffer helps conduct electricity in only one direction

The inherently weak interactions between C60 and pentacene and the strong coupling of C60 with copper lead to a system reminiscent of a 2-molecule-thick Schottky diode, with a current rectification comparable with the best performers in the field of molecular diodes.

Ice dielectric response studies find preparation is key

Researchers explain a decades-old conundrum over the dielectric response of ice by using different freezing techniques.

Shape-changing metamaterial developed using Kirigami technique

Engineers have developed a new shape-changing metamaterial using Kirigami, which is the ancient Japanese art of cutting and folding paper to obtain 3D shapes.