Quantum information gets a boost from thin-film breakthrough

Method opens new path to all-optical quantum computers, other technologies.

Cyber defense for nanoelectronics

Today's societies critically depend on electronic systems. Past spectacular cyber-attacks have clearly demonstrated the vulnerability of existing systems and the need to prevent such attacks in the future.

Beyond 1 and 0: Engineers boost potential for creating successor to shrinking transistors

Through theory, design and simulations, researchers developed the fundamental physics of a multi-value logic transistor based on zinc oxide.

Scientists investigate new materials for Li-ion batteries of miniature sensors

Researchers are developing new materials for solid-state thin-film Li-ion batteries for micro- and nanodevices.

Chemists develop nanoscale bioabsorbable wound dressing

Scientists are harnessing the combined power of organic nanomaterials-based chemistry and a natural product found in crustacean exoskeletons to help bring emergency medicine one step closer to a viable solution for mitigating blood loss.

Self-healing DNA nanostructures

Researchers have designed DNA nanostructures that can heal themselves in serum.

Pantry ingredients can help grow carbon nanotubes

Study finds baking soda, detergent, and table salt - all rich in sodium - are effective catalysts.