Researchers find the trick to molding metal at the nanoscale

Researchers have developed a process that allows manufacturers to essentially shape any metal and alloy and replicate even the smallest details.

Multitasking graphene ink printed into tiny flexible supercapacitors

Researchers have developed an easy way to make complicated arrays of microsupercapacitors that involves screen-printing them out of graphene ink. The simplicity and freedom offered by the approach will aid the development of new approaches to electronics and flexible devices.

Current generation via quantum proton transfer

Researchers have discovered that proton transfer in electrochemical reactions is governed by the quantum tunneling effect under the specific conditions. In addition, they made a first ever observation of the transition between the quantum and classical regimes in electrochemical proton transfer by controlling potential.

Collision of individual atoms leads to twofold change of angular momentum

Scientists have investigated the consequences of the collision of two atoms in a weak magnetic field at low temperature. For the first time they have discovered that atoms, carrying their angular momentum in individual packets (quanta), thereby exchange two packets.

Revealing the interplay of attraction and repulsion between nanoparticles as they assemble

Researchers are working to develop a predictive understanding of how interparticle forces drive the assembly of nanosized building blocks into tailored superlattice structures.

Nanocrystal study provides insights on growth, assembly, and aggregation

Findings address challenges in developing synthesis strategies for nanostructured materials.

New method uses ultraviolet light to control fluid flow and organize particles

A new, simple and inexpensive method that uses ultraviolet light to control particle motion and assembly within liquids could improve drug delivery, chemical sensors and fluid pumps.