Researchers propose new concept for DNA-based nanorobot to fight cancer

This is the first ever nanorobot to combine two functions: cancer diagnostics and treatment. Made of DNA fragments, the nano-sized robot detects a pathogenic RNA strand in a gene and destroys it so cancer cells stop multiplying. And it will cost just $20!

Bending diamond at the nanoscale

Researchers discovered diamond can be bent and deformed, creating possibilities for the design and engineering of new nanoscale devices.

Machine learning accelerates metamaterial design

Scientists used machine learning techniques to analyze databases of information. The computer program predicted the ideal metamaterial design for absorbing low-energy light. Conventional models would have taken more than two thousand years to find the best metamaterial.

No strain, no gain! breakthrough in 2D material that produces single photons

Scientists discovered a new method to generate single photons. They used strain in a 2D material made of tungsten and selenium. By grafting a thin film of the WSe2 onto an ultra-sharp tip made of silicon dioxide, they created specific, well-separated spaces on the thin film that created photons.

Silica particles may lead to new treatments for obesity and diabetes

Engineered ingestible molecular traps created from mesoporous silica particles introduced to the gut can have an effect on food efficiency and metabolic risk factors. The results from studies on mice demonstrate the potential to reduce the energy uptake into the body and could lead to new treatments for obesity and diabetes.

Fireproof, lightweight solid electrolyte for safer lithium-ion batteries

Researchers have developed a solid-state electrolyte that won't burn up.

Fastest high-precision 3D printer for metamaterials with sub-micrometer accuracy

Researchers have developed a system to print highly precise, centimeter-sized objects with submicrometer details at a so far unmatched speed.