Articles tagged with Electrodes
Researchers at the University of Manchester have developed tiny liquid crystal devices with graphene electrodes, paving the way for computer and TV displays based on this technology. The graphene-based films are highly transparent and conductive, making them ideal for applications in various electro-optical devices.
A new method using nanotechnology rapidly measures minute amounts of insulin, enabling real-time assessment of the body's insulin-producing cells. This breakthrough could improve the efficacy of a procedure for treating Type 1 diabetes, allowing diabetics to free themselves from insulin injections.
Researchers developed a bottom-up manufacturing method to produce tiny resonator arrays capable of detecting multiple molecules. This approach allows for high device integration yields and flexible material access, enabling the creation of sensitive resonance-based detection schemes.
University of Florida engineering students develop an airbrush technique for producing microelectrodes, offering a cheaper and quicker alternative to traditional screen printing methods. This innovation has the potential to support various applications in consumer, research, and medical products.
Researchers at Rice University have made a breakthrough in single-molecule sensing by demonstrating simultaneous optical and electronic measurements of the same molecule. The new technology allows for mass-produced single-molecule sensors with high sensitivity at room temperature.
Researchers have developed a glucose-powered fuel cell that uses sunlight to convert glucose into hydrogen, producing several hundred millivolts. This innovative device has the potential to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels by utilizing biological resources such as food waste and managed high-energy crops.
Neuroscientists are developing software that may turn thoughts into speech for patients like Eric Ramsey, who was left 'locked-in' after a car accident. By analyzing signals from his brain activity, the team has identified distinct patterns associated with vowel sounds, allowing them to correctly identify around 80% of the time.
Physicists at UC Berkeley have built the world's smallest radio using a single carbon nanotube, detecting radio signals through mechanical vibration. The nanoradio can tune in to FM broadcasts and even transmit music pieces from over a century old.
The University of Pennsylvania has developed a method for parallel fabrication of multiple nanogap electrodes, enabling the creation of mass-produced nanoscale electronics. The self-balancing single-step technique uses feedback controlled electromigration to simultaneously form and adjust nanogaps with atomic-scale uniformity.
Porphyrin molecules change color when oxidized or reduced, allowing researchers to track individual molecules and understand redox reactions. This breakthrough could lead to advances in molecular electronics, catalysis, information storage, and solar energy conversion.
University of Florida researchers are creating a brain chip to decode signals and stimulate neurons, aiming to treat conditions like paralysis and epilepsy. The technology has the potential to revolutionize medicine, allowing patients to control prosthetic devices with their thoughts.
Researchers at Argonne National Laboratory have created new materials with high charge-storage capacities, exceeding twice that of conventional lithium batteries. The materials also offer enhanced stability and reduced costs, paving the way for diverse applications in consumer electronics, medical devices, and hybrid electric vehicles.
A chemist at Washington University in St. Louis has developed a technique that allows for the simultaneous monitoring of up to 12,000 molecules on an electrochemically addressable computer chip. The method uses a polymer substrate and confining agents to selectively initiate chemical reactions on individual electrodes.
Researchers created microscopic 'nanolamps' using electrospinning, a technique that produces extremely small fibers made of ruthenium and polyethylene oxide. The fibers emit orange light when excited by low voltage, making them useful for applications in sensing, microscopy, and flat-panel displays.
Researchers at Princeton University developed flexible electronic membranes to replicate brain injuries in the lab without damaging electrodes. The membranes enable precise measurements of cellular activity before and after traumatic brain injury, providing valuable insights into functional damage.
Researchers have developed a prototype nanogenerator that produces continuous direct-current electricity by harvesting mechanical energy from environmental sources. The device uses arrays of vertically-aligned zinc oxide nanowires to generate power, which could be used to power nanometer-scale devices such as biosensors and robots.
Researchers at Delft University of Technology used neutron-diffraction research to study the effects of nanostructuring on Li-ion battery performance. They found that the phase balance changes significantly when electrode particles are scaled down, leading to reduced battery performance.
Scientists have created a new class of gas sensors using the three-dimensional shells of diatoms, which can detect nitric oxide at high sensitivity and speed. The converted shells retain their intricate shapes and nanoscale detail, making them useful for battery electrodes, chemical purifiers, and other applications.
A University of Houston research team has been awarded a $1.6 million grant to build the most powerful magnetic field sensor to date. The sensor, which could be hundreds or thousands of times more sensitive than current models, will have applications in both military and medical fields.
University of Washington researchers have successfully controlled a humanoid robot using signals from a human brain. The robot can move to specific locations and pick up objects based on the individual's brain waves, achieving 94% accuracy.
Researchers at Stanford University have developed a method to manufacture large arrays of single-crystal organic transistors, enabling the creation of flexible electronic devices with high performance. The breakthrough allows for the production of low-cost sensors on product packaging and thin, flexible displays.
Scientists at Northwestern University have created a novel carbon nanotube-based nanoelectromechanical switch that exhibits bistability based on current tunneling. The device has the potential to revolutionize memory chips and electronic sensing devices.
Johns Hopkins researchers create a technique to release biomolecules and nanoparticles from a tiny gold launch pad using an electric pulse, enabling controlled release of medication or materials.
Physicists at NIST have developed a novel electromagnetic trap for ions that could be mass produced to build large-scale quantum computers. The new trap, described in Physical Review Letters, uses a 'chip-like' geometry to confine ions and has shown promise in trapping multiple ions without generating excessive heat.
Researchers at the University of Montreal have developed a high-performance OLED on a new electrode material, enabling flexible displays. The technology uses carbon nanotube sheets, which exhibit flexibility, transparency, and conductivity, making them suitable for various display and lighting applications.
The University of Utah is working on a bionic arm that can move naturally in response to thoughts and allow users to feel sensations, with the goal of restoring the capability of amputees. Researchers will develop a peripheral nerve interface device that relays signals from nerves to the artificial limb.
Researchers at PNNL have linked small organic molecules to create larger molecules that transport charge without interfering with blue light emission, enabling efficient white light generation.
Researchers developed a novel capacitor design to measure breakdown voltage in air at the micrometer scale, providing insights into electrical behavior. The device enables accurate measurements of arc formation and can be used to optimize microelectro-mechanical systems (MEMS) and larger electrical systems for automobiles.
A study at Oregon Health & Science University found that stroke patients who received electrical stimulation therapy showed significant improvement in hand mobility and strength compared to those receiving rehabilitation alone. The therapy, which induces neural plasticity, helps patients regain lost functions.
Researchers at Penn State have developed titania nanotube dye sensitive solar cells with a 3% initial conversion rate, which they aim to increase to 15% through optimization. The cells use an easier fabrication system than conventional silicon solar cells and have shown promise in producing more electrons that do not recombine.
Researchers developed a technique to record brain activity using BOLD signal while applying electrical microstimulation to the primate brain. The study found that activity patterns are larger than expected, reflecting functional spread via horizontal connections.
Physicists propose a nanoscale magnetic probe to study entanglement at a quantum critical point, potentially leading to breakthroughs in high-temperature superconductivity. The probe could provide controlled and tunable settings for studying quantum effects, including spin waves and electron tunneling.
Researchers at Arizona State University have developed a technology that can directly identify single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) in DNA molecules using electrical conductivity. The technique involves measuring the electrical conductance of a single DNA molecule, which can reveal sequence information and detect mutations.
A new guidance system automates electrode placement in DBS surgery, reducing operating times by up to 80% and improving patient outcomes. The system uses a 3D brain atlas to predict target locations, allowing neurosurgeons to hit the mark on their first try.
The team's creation is the smallest robot that transduces force, is untethered, and engages in its own locomotion. It features two independent microactuators for forward motion and turning, powered by a grid of electrodes.
Molecular machines can now be driven individually using an electric current, allowing for controlled operation. This breakthrough enables the use of molecular machines in applications such as computing, sensors and bioengineering.
A study examining reasons for suboptimal outcomes following deep brain stimulation surgery found issues with screening, diagnosis, and device programming. The researchers successfully salvaged 51% of failed procedures through reprogramming, medication adjustments, and electrode replacement.
A new study published in the American College of Radiology shows that expandable electrodes are safe and effective for radiofrequency ablation of liver tumors. The procedure resulted in high survival rates and low complication rates, comparable to those achieved through surgery.
A new 'bionic eye' system aims to restore some degree of sight for people with degenerative retinal diseases like retinitis pigmentosa. The system, developed by ophthalmologists and physicists, uses a tiny camera and computer processor to directly stimulate the inner retina with visual signals.
Researchers at UW-Madison develop a system using living microbes as templates for fabricating nanoscale structures. The ability to capture and analyze individual microbes could lead to new ways of assembling nanodevices and detecting biological threats.
UC Berkeley researchers developed a mathematical model of the brain's electrical activity during seizures, which may aid in understanding and treating epilepsy. The model, compared with real-world data from electrodes implanted in a patient, suggests that strong coherent waves of electrical activity are responsible for seizure spread.
Scientists have achieved negative differential resistance in a single molecule attached to electrodes, a breakthrough that could lead to the development of molecular devices. The discovery was made possible by using an electrolyte solution and applying an insulating coating to minimize electrical contact with the surrounding environment.
Untrained individuals can use automated external defibrillators quickly and safely after basic theoretical explanation. The performance improves dramatically after training, reducing response times from over a minute to under 1 minute.
Researchers at the University of Utah are developing a wireless version of the Utah Electrode Array, which will enable people with paralysis to control devices with their minds. The project aims to implant the device in the brains of blind individuals and paraplegics, allowing them to see, stand, and walk again.
Researchers found that brain surface stimulation significantly reduced Parkinson's symptoms in animals, restoring normal activity in the striatum and motor cortex. The study suggests that this method could be an effective alternative to deep-brain stimulation with major advantages in simplicity and safety.
Researchers at UC Berkeley have created a device that allows brain cells to respond to light, enabling the potential treatment of retinitis pigmentosa and age-related macular degeneration. The breakthrough involves genetically engineering nerve cells to be sensitive to light using ion channels made light-sensitive.
A Ph.D. student at Virginia Tech is using electrical resistivity to measure changes in underground water movement in sinkholes. He measured a rapid change in water movement under a sinkhole during Hurricane Ivan's downpour, finding preferential flow paths and potential contaminants.
Researchers developed a novel ion-beam system that neutralizes positive ions using plasma, enabling precise material shaping. The combined beam allows for multiple species of ions to be accelerated and used in various applications, such as producing sound suppressors for jet engines.
Researchers create new methods to record brain activity, including collecting signals from hundreds of thousands of brain cells and using electrodes that don't penetrate the brain. These advancements bring the field closer to prosthetic devices controlled by thought, improving performance and reducing risks.
Recent studies have shed new light on how to decode nerve cell signals, simplifying the development of thought-controlled prosthetic devices. By analyzing activity in large populations of nerve cells, researchers hope to create more accurate brain-machine interfaces that can restore movement in paralyzed individuals.
Researchers tested electrical stimulation's influence on stroke recovery, showing participants experienced meaningful motor recovery gains. The study aims to validate these findings and potentially reverse paralysis, restoring patients' function and normal lifestyle.
The artificial retina project aims to restore vision in blind individuals by capturing visual signals and transmitting them to the brain. The device is a miniature disc with an electrode array that stimulates optical nerves, enabling users to see large letters and differentiate between objects.
Researchers identified a brain region that processes sound location and motion, with impaired function leading to 'cortical motion deafness'. The study provides evidence of an auditory motion module within the right posterior superior temporal gyrus.
Researchers at Duke University Medical Center have demonstrated the feasibility of brain-machine interfaces (BMIs) in humans, using arrays of electrodes to record brain signals and control external devices. The study showed that patients with Parkinson's disease and tremor disorders could use BMIs to play a hand-controlled video game.
Neuromuscular electrical stimulation significantly improves tissue health and enhances the wellbeing and independence of veterans with spinal cord injuries. Additionally, orthoses selection can improve clinical outcomes following cervical injury, while a home exercise program can improve upper-body endurance in wheelchair users.
The discovery allows researchers to move droplets across a chip's surface without touching solid walls, enabling experiments with mixed droplets and materials synthesis. This technology has wide-ranging implications for microscale transport, mixing, and chemical analysis.
Researchers at Duke University Medical Center have enabled rhesus monkeys to control a robot arm using only brain signals and visual feedback. The technology could lead to neuroprosthetic limbs for paralyzed people, and improve rehabilitation of those with brain and spinal cord damage.
Researchers at Arizona State University have developed a method to measure the electrical resistance of individual molecules, overcoming previous limitations. This breakthrough could lead to the creation of faster and more efficient electronic devices.
Researchers create device that measures forces as small as tens of nanonewtons and ties those measurements to larger forces based on the kilogram. The instrument achieves accuracy to a few parts in 10,000 and aims to extend its resolution to piconewtons.
Researchers discovered that blinking behavior in single-molecule wires is caused by temporary breaks in chemical bonds between the molecule and gold contacts. The study highlights limitations of the current gold surface material for electronic circuits.