Getting hold of quantum dot biosensors

With an all-silicon nanoantenna, researchers demonstrate optical trapping of quantum dots in microfluidic chamber for future biosensing applications.

Nanoparticle ink produces glowing holograms with simple inkjet printer

Researchers unveiled a new approach for printing luminescent structures based on nanoparticle ink. The unique optical properties of the ink were achieved by means of europium-doped zirconia.

Solidifying advanced alloy design

Multi-institution research team uses computation and experiment to understand how novel material properties form, leading to high-performance industrial uses.

Can 'large stars' anti-aging research' help future memory devices?

While investigating 'anti-aging therapy' of large stars, researchers conceptualized an ideal material that could store data for an exceptionally longer time than current short-lived devices, bringing new hints for future quantum memory technologies.

Meter-sized single-crystal graphene growth becomes possible

Researchers found a new way to prepare 5×50 square-centimeter single-crystal graphene on industrial copper foils.

Physicists find strange state of matter in superconducting crystal

The findings lay the groundwork for answering one of the most compelling questions in physics: How do correlated electron systems work, and are they related to one another?

Nanolaser can detect, kill circulating tumor cells to prevent cancer metastases

A nanolaser known as the spaser can serve as a super-bright, water-soluble, biocompatible probe capable of finding metastasized cancer cells in the blood stream and then killing these cells, according to a new research study.

Physicists resolve long-standing mystery of structure-less transition

A team of physicists use a synchrotron radiation X-ray source to probe a so-called 'structure-less' transition and develop a new understanding of molecular conductors.

Clay-based antimicrobial packaging keeps food fresh

Researchers have developed a packaging film coated with clay nanotubes packed with an antibacterial essential oil.

Creating a molecular super sponge, from the ground up

A new uranium-based metal-organic framework, NU-1301, could aid energy producers and industry.

Smart label could let you know when to toss food and cosmetics

Detecting food and cosmetic spoilage and contamination. Identifying new medicinal plants in a remote jungle. Authenticating tea and wine. Scientists have developed a low-cost, portable, paper-based sensor that can potentially carry out all of these functions with easy-to-read results.

A traffic cop for molecules

Easily manufactured membranes aid efficient chemical separation.

Stretchable biofuel cells extract energy from sweat to power wearable devices

A team of engineers has developed stretchable fuel cells that extract energy from sweat and are capable of powering electronics, such as LEDs and Bluetooth radios.