Reviewing the quantum anomalous Hall effect

A resear h collaboration has reviewed the fundamental theories underpinning the quantum anomalous Hall effect (QAHE).

Diamond discovery hints at energy efficient electronics

Researchers have made a discovery on how to control the way electric charges spin on a diamond?s surface that could pave the way for a new type of diamond-powered energy efficient electronic devices.

Storing information and designing uncrackable codes with DNA

Researchers are exploring the unique information-carrying capacities of DNA, hoping to produce microscopic forms whose ability to encrypt, store and retrieve information rival those of the silicon-based semiconductor memories found in most computers.

Energy harvesting goes organic, gets more flexible

Researchers report using a combination of ultraviolet and ozone exposure to generate a wettability difference and an applied field to create horizontally aligned polarization of nanotubes on flexible substrates with interlocking electrodes.

New on/off functionality for fast, sensitive, ultra-small technologies

Researchers report an ultra-small actuator with the fastest on/off switch and most precise position control in the world.

New nanomedicine can diagnose and treat prostate cancer in a more efficient and less aggressive way than chemotherapy

Researchers have developed and patented a new nanomedicine for its diagnosis and treatment (theranostic system), based on the use of organic porous nanoparticles called COFs - covalent organic frameworks - which stand out for being more efficient and less aggressive than conventional chemotherapy.