Nano-kirigami: 'Paper-cut' provides model for 3D intelligent nanofabrication

Researchers have recently formed an international team to apply kirigami techniques to advanced 3D nanofabrication.

Graphene - slippery when dry

Scientists have been working for years to replace oil with solid lubricants such as graphene, which is a cheaper and more efficient substitute, one that lasts significantly longer.

A mechanical way to make light go one way only at nanoscales

This the first of its kind optical 'isolator', which might prove useful in quantum computing and optical computing, where you want to precisely control the direction and 'size' of the light signals that move from chip to chip and carry the information of the computational process.

Graphene could be key to controlling water evaporation

Graphene coatings may offer the ability to control the water evaporation process from various surfaces, according to new research.

Research finds new molecular structures in boron-based nanoclusters

Researchers have shown that nanoclusters made from boron and lanthanide elements form highly stable and symmetric structures with interesting magnetic properties.

How gold nanoparticles could improve solar energy storage

Study opens door to broader use of sunlight and advanced materials to combat climate change.

Controlling the manufacture of stable aerogels

Researchers control the self-assembly of molecules to form an ultralight, porous gel.