BioAFMviewer software for simulated atomic force microscopy of biomolecules

The newly developed BioAFMviewer software opens the opportunity to use the enormous amount of available high-resolution protein data to better understand experiments. Within an interactive interface with rich functionality, the BioAFMviewer computationally emulates tip-scanning of any biomolecular structure to generate simulated AFM graphics and movies.

Novel glue is activated by a magnetic field

The new 'magnetocuring' adhesive is made by combining a typical commercially available epoxy adhesive with specially tailored magnetic nanoparticles.

Transforming self-assembled architectures into functional materials

Researchers discovered shape-preserving ion-exchange reactions that open up new routes towards self-assembled materials with various novel, functional properties.

Topological phases in biological systems

Physicists have shown that topological phases could exist in biology, and in so doing they have identified a link between solid-state physics and biophysics.

Striking gold: Catalysis research at the nanoscale

By examining tiny particles of gold with powerful X-ray beams, scientists hope they can learn how to cut down on harmful carbon monoxide emissions from motor vehicles.

Researchers invent method to 'sketch' quantum devices with focused electrons

Technique is 10,000 faster than previous methods, and can create active nanostructured gates directly below two-dimensional materials such as graphene.

New nanomaterial a key step toward hydrogen as a stable and clean fuel source

Researchers have designed and synthesized an effective material for speeding up one of the limiting steps in extracting hydrogen from alcohols. The material, a catalyst, is made from tiny clusters of nickel metal anchored on a 2D substrate.