'5-D protein fingerprinting' with nanopores could give insights into Alzheimer's, Parkinson's

In research that could one day lead to advances against neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, engineering researchers have demonstrated a technique for precisely measuring the properties of individual protein molecules floating in a liquid.

Microbiologists make big leap in developing 'green' electronics

Microbiologists report that they have discovered a new type of natural nanowire produced by bacteria that could greatly accelerate the researchers' goal of developing sustainable 'green' conducting materials for the electronics industry.

Discovery could lead to jet engines that run hotter - and cleaner

Scientists find a new way to remove defects from heat-resistant alloys.

X-ray imgaing captures material defect process at the atomic scale

Researchers have discovered a new approach to detail the formation of material defects at the atomic scale and in near-real time, an important step that could assist in engineering better and stronger new materials.

Self-assembly - The power of attraction

Hybrid organic-inorganic materials can self-assemble into tiny doughnut-like structures.

Nanotechnology: Lighting up ultrathin films

Based on a study of the optical properties of novel ultrathin semiconductors, researchers have developed a method for rapid and efficient characterization of these materials.

A new graphene-based sensor kit for the rapid detection of diseases in blood plasma and lysate

Researchers have developed a new sensor, which can rapidly and accurately detect tiny amounts of oligonucleotides related to diseases.