New OECD Test Guidelines for nanomaterials

The OECD has released a first set of Test Guidelines developed specifically for nanomaterials, in response to their increased production and usage.

New method to detect spin current in quantum materials unlocks potential for alternative electronics

A new method that precisely measures the mysterious behavior and magnetic properties of electrons flowing across the surface of quantum materials could open a path to next-generation electronics.

Hokusai's blue, cellulose nanofibers join forces to clean up disaster areas

Scientists succeed in creating radioactive cesium-adsorbing sponges.

Synthetic organs, nanobots and DNA 'scissors': the future of medicine (w/video)

Nanobots that patrol our bodies, killer immune cells hunting and destroying cancer cells, biological scissors that cut out defective genes: these are just some of technologies that researchers are developing which are set to revolutionise medicine in the future.

Plasmons in an open box create miniature laser

Device could become exquisite sensor of environmental chemicals and biological molecules.

Spectroscopy gets to the point

A sharp metallic tip enables absorption spectroscopy with unprecedented spatial resolution and sensitivity.

Hematite-based nanowire structures to enhance solar-to-fuel conversion in photoelectrochemical water splitting

Researchers have produced a material for use in photoelectrochemical water splitting that is not only cheaper than existing alternatives, but increases both the efficiency and output of the process.

Laser cavities take on new shapes and functionalities

Researchers have demonstrated the first laser cavity that can confine and propagate light in any shape imaginable, even pathways with sharp bends and angles.

Synthetic 'purple membranes' transform sunlight to hydrogen fuel

Scientists have found a new way to produce solar fuels by developing completely synthetic bionano machinery to harvest light without the need for a living cell.

Understanding rare earth emulsions

Researchers discover that surface polarization in mixed media increases attraction among elements.