Scientists develop super-strong metal for next tech frontier

Materials scientists and engineers are reporting success in developing a new material that promises to help ensure that microelectromechanical systems can continue to meet the demands of the next technological frontier.

New polymer goes for a walk when illuminated (w/video)

Researchers have developed a new material that can undulate and therefore propel itself forward under the influence of light.

Nanostructures taste the rainbow

Combining nanophotonics and thermoelectrics, engineers generate materials capable of distinguishing between tiny differences in wavelengths of light.

Hydrogel cubes show highly efficient delivery of a potent anti-cancer drug

This active drug-delivery system addresses the limitations seen for the anti-cancer drug BA-TPQ - poor solubility and low bioavailability.

Fabricating high performance nanohybrid catalysts

Scientists have developed a method that allows them to engineer crystals with a large fraction of reactive facets.

Swimming microbots can remove pathogenic bacteria from water

Researchers designed 'two-faced' spherical particles to perform the task. One face is made with magnesium, which reacts with water to produce hydrogen bubbles to propel the microbots. The other face is made out of alternating iron and gold layers topped by silver nanoparticles.

Graphene aerogel holds record as world's least dense 3-D printed structure

The world's lightest 3-D printed structure is so lightweight that it can be placed on top of a cotton ball or the petals of a flower.