Tricky feat with stand-up molecule

Researchers have achieved a new level of precision working with single molecules. They succeeded in placing an ultrathin molecule in an upright position on a flat layer of silver atoms - and the molecule remained standing instead of reverting to its naturally favoured position.

Finding the right balance for catalysts in the hydrogen evolution reaction

Researchers optimize the tradeoff between catalyst activity and stability in acidic liquids.

BNAs improve performance of Li-ion batteries

Scientists investigated the effect of hierarchical Bi2MoO6 nanosheet arrays growing on three-dimensional Ni foam synthesized by one-step template-free route.

Composite material mimics color changes of living organisms

Researchers have developed a composite material that, by adjusting its composition and exposing it to different types of light, can mimic animals' changes in color.

The ultimate 'smell test': Device sends rotten food warning to smartphones

Sientists report that they have developed a wireless tagging device that can send signals to smartphones warning consumers and food distributors when meat and other perishables have spoiled.

Thermal camouflage disguises hot and cold

A new type of camouflage makes a human hand invisible to a thermal camera.

How to gather many merry people at a party?

Scientists have managed to control the photon energy density inside opaque materials such as white paint.