Liquids that can move on their own

Scientists are harnessing the power of swirling cellular proteins to create self-propelling fluids.

The magic angle of twisted graphene

Researchers report hyperspectral optical images, generated by a nano-Raman spectroscope, of the crystal superlattice in reconstructed (low-angle) twisted bilayer graphene.

Spintronics: New manufacturing process makes crystalline microstructures universally usable

New storage and information technology requires new higher performance materials. One of these materials is yttrium iron garnet, which has special magnetic properties. Thanks to a new process, it can now be transferred to any material.

Terahertz imaging of graphene paves the way to industrialisation

Terahertz spectroscopy penetrates graphene films allowing scientists to make detailed maps of their electrical quality, without damaging or contaminating the material.

Graphene oxide membranes could reduce paper industry energy costs

Paper industry wastewater recycling is among the most energy-intensive chemical processes in the world. Researchers have found a method to engineer membranes made from graphene oxide that allow water to get through it much faster than through conventional membranes and, in the process, can save the paper industry more than 30% in energy costs of water separation.

Polymer film protects from electromagnetic radiation, signal interference

Engineers describe a flexible film using a quasi-one-dimensional nanomaterial filler that combines excellent electromagnetic shielding with ease of manufacture.

CSI Solid-State: The fingerprints of quantum effects

In solid-state physics the precise interactions of electrons are analyzed in meticulous detective work to ultimately gain a better understanding of fundamental physical phenomena.