Scientists manage to observe the inner structure of photonic crystals

An international team of scientists has managed to observe the inner structure of photonic crystals, one of the most promising materials of the 21st century.

Solid-state physics offers insights into dielectric properties of biomaterials

Researchers characterize the behavior of proteins, considered as classical amorphous semiconductors, with the help of the formalism of condensed matter physics.

Programmable virus shows path toward nanoscale drug delivery devices

By chipping away at a viral protein, scientists have discovered a path toward virus-like, nanoscale devices that may be able to deliver drugs to cells.

Scientists design bacteria to reflect 'sonar' signals for ultrasound imaging

New technology may one day allow doctors to image therapeutic bacterial cells in patients.

Inkjet-printed thermite deposits energetic materials safely (w/video)

Researchers have developed a method to deposit tiny amounts of energetic materials (explosives, propellants, and pyrotechnics) using the same technology as an inkjet printer.

How bacteria turbocharged their motors

Using detailed 3D images, researchers have shown how bacteria have evolved molecular motors of different powers to optimize their swimming.

Graphene sensors embedded into RFIDs for wireless humidity sensing

By layering graphene-oxide (a derivative of graphene) over graphene to create a flexible heterostructure the team have developed humidity sensors for remote sensing with the ability to connect to any wireless network.