Scientists dive deep into hidden world of quantum states

New technique could lead to new microprocessors that defy Moore's Law.

Fluorescent peptide nanoparticles, in every color of the rainbow

Researchers have designed peptide nanoparticles that can each glow in a variety of colors, opening the door for many new biomedical applications.

Porous graphene ribbons doped with nitrogen for electronics and quantum computing

Scientists have succeeded in producing the first graphene ribbons whose crystal lattice contains both periodic pores and a regular pattern of nitrogen atoms. The structure of this new material resembles a ladder, with each rung containing two atoms of nitrogen.

Purifying water with the help of nanomaterials, bacteria and the sun

Researchers have developed a wood-based steam generator that, with the help of bacterial-produced nanomaterials, harnesses solar energy to purify water.

Detecting hidden nanostructures by converting light into sound

Researchers have found a way to detect nanostructures buried under many layers of opaque material, using very high frequency sound waves induced by light. Their findings are promising in view of applications in the semiconductor manufacturing industry, such as wafer alignment.

Graphene: It is all about the toppings

For many applications in electronics and energy technology, graphene must be combined with other materials: Since graphene is so thin, its properties drastically change when other materials are brought into direct contact with it.

Old X-rays, new vision: A nano-focused X-ray laser

Researchers enhance the accuracy of X-ray free-electron laser measurements closer to the diameter of typical atoms than previously possible.