Researchers report a class of prototype nanocatalysts with streamline shapes

Scientists report the first example of synthetic preparation of streamlined nanocomposites (e.g., with a tadpole morphology) with complex chemical compositions in a tailorable fashion.

Carbon displays quantum effects

Chemists have found evidence that carbon atoms cannot only behave like particles but also like waves.

Oxygen vacancy supported memory: Researchers expand basic knowledge about non-volatile memory

Researchers investigated why hafnium oxide based devices are so promising for memory applications and how the material can be tuned to perform at the desired level. This knowledge could be the base for future mass application in all kind of electronic devices.

Biocomputing - DNA and gold nanorods give a logical solution

A solution of DNA and gold nanorods capable of six fundamental logic operations demonstrates the potential of molecular biocomputing.

Solid-state physics - Metal bucks the trend

The virtually universal relationship in metals between heat and electrical conductivity breaks down spectacularly in vanadium dioxide.

Teaching an old dye new tricks

Fluorescent compounds used for biologically safe imaging and labeling can be modified on-demand with a special molecular scaffold.

Multi-antioxidant nanoparticles to treat sepsis

Researchers have synthesized nanoparticles with superior antioxidant properties to treat sepsis in rats and mice by removing harmful oxygen radicals and reducing inflammatory responses.