Articles tagged with Nanoelectromechanical Systems
The Blavatnik Foundation recognizes 9 young scientists for their exceptional research, advancing discoveries in life sciences, physical sciences & engineering. The 2026 honorees are advancing discoveries in areas such as autoimmune disease, cancer, and quantum technologies.
Researchers designed artificial proteins that simultaneously form pentagonal and hexagonal arrangements to create virus-like structures. These structures can stably carry drugs, genetic materials, and enzymes within their interior space.
Researchers at POSTECH develop technology that lowers contact resistance by 50-fold and boosts on-state current by 17 times in ultra-thin tellurium transistors. This breakthrough enables stable operation of devices even at extreme temperatures, paving the way for next-generation 3D integrated circuits.
Researchers developed a chemo-mechanical switch that consumes virtually no power until detecting gas leaks, offering a clean alternative to traditional sensors. The device can detect hydrogen concentrations as low as 0.3% and achieves an on/off current ratio exceeding 135,000.
Researchers have engineered CalBots, magnetic nanobots that can penetrate dentinal tubules and form durable seals, offering lasting relief from sensitivity. The study uses a new class of bioceramic cement to create a regenerative, active nanomaterial with potential implications for future healthcare.
This book presents innovative nanomaterials for efficient pollutant removal from wastewater, reducing energy consumption and promoting eco-friendly treatment outcomes. It explores emerging trends and future directions in nanotechnology-based purification, providing practical insights for researchers and professionals.
Quantum Base, a Lancaster University spin-out, has successfully floated on the London Stock Exchange with a £4.8 million fundraising. The company aims to harness quantum technology to address real-world challenges through its patented Q-ID solution for anti-counterfeiting.
Scientists at the University of Sydney create programmable nanostructures using DNA origami, enabling rapid prototyping of diverse configurations. These custom-designed nanostructures have potential applications in targeted drug delivery, responsive materials, and energy-efficient optical signal processing.
Researchers at Caltech have developed a new technique called 'fingerprint nanoelectromechanical mass spectrometry' that allows for the accurate measurement of individual protein masses. This breakthrough could pave the way to determining the complete proteome, providing insights into an organism's health and potential disease treatments.
Researchers found inorganic nanostructures surrounding deep-ocean hydrothermal vents that mimic molecules essential for life. These structures can harness energy and convert it into electricity, sparking interest in applying this technology to industrial blue-energy harvesting.
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology have made a significant step in understanding the fundamental constraints on noise, paving the way for future nanoelectronics. The study investigated thermoelectric heat engines at the nanoscale and found a critical trade-off between noise and power.
Researchers at the University of Surrey have developed a new nano-device that can convert small amounts of mechanical energy into electrical power. The triboelectric nanogenerator can increase power density by 140-fold, making it suitable for powering wearable devices and other IoT applications.
Researchers have identified a class of materials called antiferroelectrics that produce an electromechanical response up to five times greater than conventional piezoelectric materials, even in films as thin as 100 nanometers. This breakthrough could enable the development of next-generation electronics and devices.
Researchers at Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology have demonstrated graphene-based NEMS switches with sub-0.5 V switching voltage and excellent switching characteristics. These switches can overcome the stiction issue and dominate in ultra-low power applications.
Researchers from UMass Amherst have created a tiny sensor that can simultaneously measure electrical and mechanical cellular responses in cardiac tissue. This breakthrough device has the potential to lead-edge applications in cardiac-disease experiments and improve health monitoring for cardiac disease studies.
Researchers at Norwegian University of Science and Technology have discovered a method for describing molecules in optical cavities, which could lead to breakthroughs in chemistry and pharmaceutical industries. The study uses molecular orbital theory to predict how molecules will react inside optical cavities.
Researchers from Chemnitz University of Technology and Leibniz IFW Dresden create a new approach for miniaturizing soft sensor units with integrated artificial hairs. They successfully integrate the 3D magnetic field sensors with magnetically rooted fine hairs into an artificial e-skin, enabling precise spatial arrangement and mass pro...
Researchers precisely measure gold nanocontact's Young's modulus by combining TEM and LER techniques. The study reveals that the outer surface layer governs the overall strength of gold nanocontacts, with implications for NEMS and potential applications in pressure sensors.
Recent studies published in the Journal of Pharmaceutical Analysis have found applications of nanotechnology in medicine, drug research, and environmental protection. Researchers developed nanodots made of carbon using natural polysaccharides from mushrooms to detect chromium, and created nanozymes that could be used to detect drug con...
The UGA team developed a rapid test for COVID-19 with high sensitivity and specificity, detecting the spike protein of SARS-CoV-2. The test has a detection time of less than 10 minutes and can detect all COVID-19 variants.
Researchers at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory developed a method to stabilize graphene nanoribbons and directly measure their unique magnetic properties. By substituting nitrogen atoms along the zigzag edges, they can discretely tune the local electronic structure without disrupting the magnetic properties.
Researchers at Politecnico di Torino developed a new method for creating nanoresonators using 3D printing, achieving mechanical performances similar to silicon-based devices. The technique enables the creation of complex and miniature sensors with improved sensitivity and strength.
A team of researchers from Harvard and MIT observed hydrodynamic electron flow in three-dimensional tungsten ditelluride for the first time using a new imaging technique. The findings provide a promising avenue for exploring non-classical fluid behavior in hydrodynamic electron flow, such as steady-state vortices.
Researchers at IBS developed a novel composite material consisting of metal nanowires within an ultrathin rubber film. The float assembly method creates a monolayer of nanowires in the rubber film, resulting in excellent physical properties such as high stretchability and metal-like conductivity.
Researchers at RMIT University have discovered a bacteria-killing compound in Nem Chua that can destroy more dangerous bacteria, potentially leading to a safe and all-natural food preservative. The compound is effective against a wide range of bacteria, including those that cause life-threatening diseases like Listeria.
Researchers have developed a retrofit to transform transmission electron microscopes into high-speed cameras, capturing processes on the atomic scale. The 'beam chopper' technology enables laboratories to investigate super-fast phenomena without expensive laser systems or specialized expertise.
A team of researchers has identified intricate synchronization patterns in an experimental network, revealing the potential for complex behavior to emerge in even the simplest systems. The study, published in Science, explores how networks can exhibit unexpected coordination and coupling, with implications for understanding and control...
A new definition for the Northeast Indian Monsoon (NEM) season has been established using surface temperature analyses, identifying the average onset and demise dates as November 6 and March 13. This definition provides a more objective and reliable approach to monitoring the monsoon season, which is critical for millions of people in ...
A team of ICFO researchers has developed a novel hybrid system that combines graphene nanoelectromechanical systems (NEMS) with nitrogen-vacancy centers, enabling precise control over light emission. This breakthrough holds promise for various applications in nanophotonics and quantum optomechanics.
Caltech scientists develop nanodevices that can measure the mass of individual molecules and reveal their three-dimensional spatial distribution, crucial for identifying large protein complexes. This technology enhances protein identification and analysis, improving odds in discovery mode.
Researchers have created a method that can identify the mass and shape of individual molecules, opening up new possibilities for biologists and biomedical applications. The technique uses vibrations in a tiny device to measure the mass-to-charge ratio and then analyzes the resulting frequencies to determine the molecule's shape.
Researchers develop cubic nanoantennas made of insulating materials, overcoming heating and fabrication challenges, enabling applications in biomedicine, nanolasers, and photovoltaics. The antennas have the potential to measure food safety, identify pollutants, diagnose cancer, and transmit data with ultrafast processing.
Researchers found that quantum effects on MEMS operating conditions have been overestimated, affecting device stability. The study's results indicate changes in stability based on metal coatings and silicon doping levels.
Nanoresonators, created by Purdue researchers, have the potential to improve cell phone performance by reducing congestion over the airwaves. The devices can filter out noise and allow signals to pass through more precisely, resulting in better call quality and faster downloads.
A team of researchers has developed a nanomechanical device that can weigh individual molecules, enabling biologists to study viruses and probe molecular machinery. The device uses vibrational modes to determine particle mass and position, opening doors for biomedical applications such as disease diagnosis and immune system monitoring.
Researchers are developing hybrid NEM devices to improve performance and reduce power consumption in electronics. While individual NEM devices show high performance, scaling up production is a challenge due to the need for reliability over millions of cycles. New material selection methods have been demonstrated to enhance robustness.
Researchers have found a way to improve the reliability of carbon nanotube-based nanoelectromechanical systems by using diamond-like carbon electrodes. This enables reliable switching and storage of binary states in devices, advancing the technology from laboratory-scale demonstrations to practical applications.
Researchers at Argonne National Laboratory are developing a way to control the Casimir force, which attracts objects at the nanoscale. The goal is to limit its attractive properties and make it repulsive, enabling frictionless motion through nanolevitation for novel NEMS devices.
Researchers at Caltech have created a nanoscale mass spectrometer that can instantly measure the mass of an individual molecule. The device uses tiny nanoelectromechanical system (NEMS) resonators to detect changes in vibration frequency, allowing for precise mass determination.
Researchers at MIT developed a new thermal material that naturally dissipates heat from devices using a hierarchical branched network similar to cell protein networks. This design effectively prevents device failure and melting, enabling the creation of reliable nanodevices.
Researchers at LMU Munich have created a system of nanostrings made of non-conducting material, which can be individually electrically excited and produce thousands of strings on a small chip. This breakthrough could lead to the development of highly sensitive 'artificial noses' for detecting various molecules, including pollutants.
Researchers at Berkeley Lab have developed a nanoelectromechanical system (NEMS) that can weigh individual gold atoms, measuring masses as small as two fifths of a gold atom in just over one second. The NEMS mass sensor uses carbon nanotubes and achieves sub-single-atom resolution at room temperature.
Cornell researchers have found a simple solution to measuring nanoscale vibrations by tapping with an atomic force microscope (AFM), allowing for the detection and identification of bacteria, viruses, and other organic molecules. The new method uses probes similar to those in AFMs to measure vibrations in nanomechanical oscillators.
Researchers at Cornell University have developed a playable nanoguitar that demonstrates the potential of tiny devices vibrating at extremely high frequencies. The device, made up of silicon strings, can produce audible tones when hit with a laser beam, offering a new approach to electronic circuit design.
Physicists at UC Berkeley have created minuscule bearings and springs made from carbon nanotubes, which can reduce friction in microscopic machines. The bearings and springs, which appear to move with no wear and tear, could be crucial components of MEMS devices and NEMS systems.