Wednesday, January 27, 2021

A metalens for virtual and augmented reality

Researchers have developed a two-millimeter achromatic metalenses that can focus RGB (red, blue, green) colors without aberrations and developed a miniaturized display for virtual and augmented reality applications.

New technology could upend DNA sequencing for diagnosing certain DNA mutations

An innovative breakthrough promises to diagnose DNA rearrangement mutations at a fraction of the cost with improved accuracy.

A little soap simplifies making 2D nanoflakes

Chemists have found a way to get the maximum amount of quality 2D hBN nanosheets from its natural bulk form by processing it with surfactant (aka soap) and water. The surfactant surrounds and stabilizes the microscopic flakes, preserving their properties.

Detecting blood disorders made easier with high-performance graphene-based biosensors

Scientists design a high-performance laser-printed graphene-electrode biosensor, with potential for point-of-care diagnostic applications.

Studies provide answers about promising 2D, layered materials

Two new studies answer some crucial questions about two-dimensional, layered materials, which hold great promise for a number of applications, such as alternative platforms for the next-generation of logic and memory devices and flexible energy storage devices.

Ultra-absorptive nanofiber swabs could improve SARS-CoV-2 test sensitivity

Researchers have developed ultra-absorptive nanofiber swabs that could reduce the number of false-negative tests by improving sample collection and test sensitivity.

Scientists develop perovskite solar modules with greater size, power and stability

Researchers have created perovskite solar modules with improved stability and efficiency by using a new fabrication technique that reduced defects.

Anti-cancer drug discovery made easier with gold nanostructures

Scientists design a novel 3D cell culture-based electrical platform for high-throughput anti-cancer drug testing using a new type of gold nanostructure.