Molecular switches retain their function in 2D-array

Researchers have synthesized regular 2D assemblies of isotopically labelled molecular switches and measured the properties of their isomerization, revealing that formation of such an assembly doesn't hamper the photochemical switching properties of the embedded molecules.

New nanomaterials to remove antibiotics from water

Researchers synthesized the new metal-organic framework (MOF) nanomaterials to successfully remove antibiotics from water.

Noble metal aerogels enabled by freezing: Multi-scale structured materials for electrocatalysis and photoelectrocatalysis

Chemists developed a freeze-thaw method, capable of synthesising various noble metal aerogels with clean surfaces and multiscale structure. The research provides new ideas for designing various gel or foam materials for high-performance electrocatalysis and photoelectrocatalysis.

Brain signal measurement using printed tattoo electrodes

Researchers developed ultra-light tattoo electrodes that are hardly noticeable on the skin and make long-term measurements of brain activity cheaper and easier.

The makings of a crystal flipper

Insights into a flipping crystal could further research into the development of autonomous robots.

Silver nanocubes make point-of-care diagnostics easier to read

Researchers use plasmonics to enhance fluorescent markers in lab-on-a-chip diagnostic devices.

2D Material based transistor sets a new standard for energy efficiency

Researchers have designed and demonstrated a new type of technology based on 2D semiconducting materials that's almost as energy-efficient as the human brain.