Articles tagged with Nanomaterials
A new study developed a nanoparticle-based compound that absorbs deadly nerve agent toxins, providing potential protective clothing for soldiers and farmers. The compound, mixed with water, deactivates toxic chemicals, limiting their impact and preventing damage.
Researchers at MIT have found a way to stabilize lipid nanoparticles used to deliver RNA vaccines, making them more heat-resistant. This breakthrough could allow for wider distribution and enable novel administration methods like microneedle patches.
Research found that small particles from activated carbon and biochar can transport particle-bound pollutants after filtration, affecting water treatment performance. Dissolved contaminants may be overlooked when particles are removed, leading to incomplete contaminant transport assessment.
Recent advances in high-performance graphene fibers based on graphene oxide liquid crystals have improved strength and thermal conductivity. Researchers at KAIST and worldwide have developed technologies to overcome limitations, leading to applications in consumer products and emerging fields.
Researchers at Drexel University have developed a new process for making MXenes via vapor-phase synthesis, which could enable their use in energy, electronic, and quantum technologies. The new method bypasses traditional chemical etching steps and uses abundant precursors, resulting in lower-cost and higher-quality MXene materials.
Researchers created dye-sensitized nanoparticles that absorb low-energy photons and emit high-energy photons, enabling highly sensitive chemical sensing. The particles can detect target chemicals at very low concentrations, even tiny traces of chemical pollutants in groundwater.
By localizing peptides at the membrane interface or within the liposome interior, researchers can promote branched structures or spherical nanoparticles, respectively. This approach offers a new strategy for controlling nanoscale reaction environments in nanoparticle synthesis.
Scientists create new two-step annulative p-extension method for synthesizing structurally diverse nanographenes, including curved and non-planar structures. The research expands the toolbox for chemists to access rare molecular fragments with unique properties.
The study introduces a new bamboo fiber foam that combines electromagnetic shielding, flame retardancy, thermal insulation, and electrically driven heating in one lightweight material. The foam was created using ambient drying, which reduces energy consumption compared to traditional processing methods.
Researchers at Nagoya University have built a graphene nanoribbon that can switch its twist using a natural solvent, opening opportunities for new optical switches, chemical sensors, and spintronic components. The discovery uses a natural chiral liquid to lock in a single spiral direction, with a high degree of helical bias.
Researchers develop biodegradable nanobone material that activates body's own healing properties to regrow bone, reducing need for invasive procedures. The material generates 80% more new bone than a material control and activates a key bone-repair growth factor with 10 times the level achieved using conventional methods.
Researchers developed a cobalt-based catalyst that efficiently promotes oxygen reduction and evolution reactions in zinc-air batteries. The catalyst's curved carbon support and cobalt nanoparticles work together to improve oxygen electrocatalysis, enabling long-term bifunctional performance.
Researchers at the University of Washington have created two new spinels made of silver, chromium, and selenium ions, which exhibit magnetic properties up to 400 Kelvin. The spinels transform when exposed to air, with the original losing magnetism at a lower temperature compared to the second spinel.
Researchers at PolyU have engineered a novel tunnelling field-effect transistor using 2D nanomaterials, breaking through the 60 mV decade’ boundary to create ultra-low-power, high-performance ICs essential for emerging AI chips. The breakthrough paves the way for energy-efficient computing and next-generation AI chips.
Researchers developed a bioinspired lipid nanoparticle that delivered gene-editing machinery to the liver, reducing low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol by over 20% and showing fewer signs of inflammation and toxicity. The nanoparticles also demonstrated positive effects on inflammation and healthy blood flow in cell experiments.
Researchers found that melamine-derived carbon nitride outperforms other precursors in breaking down pharmaceutical pollutants in water, with a higher manufacturing yield and photocatalytic performance.
Researchers at Nagoya University developed a new delivery vehicle for circular RNA (cirRNA) using a novel lipid nanoparticle, FL0445-LNP, which improves the stability and efficacy of mRNA-based therapeutics. The technology has potential applications in cancer vaccines, genome editing, and protein supplements.
Researchers create engineered extracellular vesicles from red blood cell lipids, evading immune cells and targeting cancer cells. The technology offers flexibility in cargo loading and packaging, enabling delivery of genetic material, proteins, and whole viruses.
Researchers have developed a new hydrogel made from peptides that can transport ions, generate electrical signals when squeezed, or interact with cells and biological molecules. The gel has tiny water channels and is electrically polarized due to its highly organized structure made from nanofibers.
Researchers discovered that scandium doping and coating improve the durability and performance of sodium-ion batteries by stabilizing the crystal structure and suppressing side reactions. The study found that doping improves bulk stability while coating enhances surface stability, leading to improved capacity retention and long-term cy...
A team of scientists at NIST identified a pervasive error in data analysis that can give misleading insights into how nanomaterials' properties depend on their size. They developed a mathematical correction to reveal the true relationship, which will help nanoscience and nanotechnology fulfill its potential.
A team of physicists from Boston College created a quantum nanocorral that can trap and control charged excitons, enabling precise electrical control of tiny light sources. The discovery opens up new ways to control hybrid charge, photon, and spin quantum states.
MIT researchers develop a new fabrication platform to integrate molecules into electronic devices, enabling next-generation computing technologies and emerging applications. The technique uses nanoscale surface forces to mechanically assemble delicate molecular materials without damaging them.
A novel dynamic imine bond adhesive technology enhances commercial filters with improved particle retention and filtration performance, increasing efficiency and lifespan by up to 10-30% and extending filter lifespan by nearly a factor of two.
Researchers developed three functional components for photonic microchips using inverse design algorithms. The new components are up to 500 times smaller and more efficient than traditional designs.
A new study by Hanyang University ERICA researchers reveals how air exposure can trigger chemical changes in manganese-coated batteries, accelerating degradation. The team proposes a simple solution to suppress defective surface phases and restore stable manganese-oxygen bonding, leading to improved long-term durability.
A UTEP researcher has developed a simple, low-dose leaf spray that can substantially reverse the damage caused by salty soil on tomato plants. The treatment pairs manganese oxide nanoparticles with chitosan and has been shown to increase shoot weight, root growth, and antioxidant enzyme activity in stressed plants.
Researchers from the University of Toyama developed an OLED that incorporates a crystalline rubrene thin film, achieving higher current density and reduced luminance turn-on voltage. The study suggests that organic crystals with high charge-transport properties can be integrated into practical thin-film OLEDs.
Scientists discovered two rotational growth modes: free rotation and restricted rotation, which impact CNT structure and quality. Free rotation allows for high-crystallinity growth, while restricted rotation leads to structural distortions and defects.
A new layered crystal, TlFe1.6Se2, combines high thermoelectric power factor with exceptionally low thermal conductivity, offering a promising strategy for designing next-generation thermoelectric materials. The material's unique electronic properties and Fe-vacancy ordering enhance its performance.
Researchers developed nanoparticles that retain their protective coating in normal tissue but shed it upon reaching tumor tissue, releasing anticancer drugs. This technology reduces systemic side effects and enhances treatment efficacy.
Researchers developed antifungal nanoparticles from human immune cells that target Candida albicans, reducing fungal growth and improving survival rates in mice. The nanodiscs physically damage fungal cells and boost the body's natural immune defenses.
Researchers developed gallium-doped zinc oxide nanosheets that can detect red, green, and blue light while remaining nearly transparent. These nanosheets enabled the detection of full-color images with half the error of conventional cameras, making them suitable for demanding environments like space hardware and automotive systems.
Scientists at Institut Laue-Langevin create novel combination of neutron and light scattering to elucidate molecular structure of therapeutic nanoparticles. The technique enables precise determination of particle dimensions, internal structure homogeneity, and potential drug location.
Physicists at UTEP have discovered a new type of manganese ferrite nanoparticle that can deliver targeted heat treatment to tumors, potentially improving cancer therapies. The nanoparticles were found to produce a stronger heating response than other materials, making them a promising building block for future treatments.
Researchers develop annealable ferromagnetic icosahedral quasicrystals with unprecedented structural quality, revealing intrinsic magnetic properties and magnetic criticality. The discovery enables the first systematic investigations of quasiperiodic magnetism and magnetic criticality in QCs.
Researchers at Kyushu University developed a new food preservation solution using pumpkin peel, creating a nanomaterial that slows deterioration of fruit and reduce transport damage. The material showed good biocompatibility and was effective in suppressing microbial growth and preserving freshness.
Researchers have developed micro-flowers that focus applied magnetic fields into central regions, increasing local field strength and enabling imaging of previously inaccessible systems. This innovation expands the range of applications for nanoscale magnetic microscopy, including spintronics and nanometric materials.
Atomically thin semiconductors have been scaled down to dimensions relevant for future microchips without losing performance, according to a new study. The breakthrough enables more powerful and energy-efficient computing technologies.
Researchers developed a waste-to-resource strategy using agricultural biomass to break down polyethylene microplastics. Walnut shell-derived biochar improved the photodegradation of TiO2, reducing microplastic particles by 70 micrometers in 40 hours.
Jorge Íñiguez-González leads a €2.5M ERC Advanced Grant project to explore reconfigurable materials with tunable properties. The research aims to create adaptive technologies for information storage and next-generation computing.
Researchers develop a new strategy to control electronic and magnetic properties of oxide thin films through nanoparticle exsolution, resulting in giant insulator-to-metal transition and room-temperature superparamagnetism
Researchers developed a novel approach to convert technical lignin into functional coatings using low-energy suspension plasma spraying (LE-SPS). The new technique eliminates the need for solvents, crosslinkers, or catalysts, and produces continuous and dense coatings with improved UV attenuation and anti-fogging behavior.
A novel dual-scale encapsulation strategy for thermal energy storage using bio-derived palmitic acid and nanocellulose is reported. The composite achieved excellent shape stability and leakage resistance with a cumulative leakage rate of only 0.03% after heating.
Researchers discovered that lithium doping of a 12-benzene-ring molecule creates a material with strong optical responses due to synergistic effects between aromaticity and charge transfer. This finding establishes fundamental design principles for high-performance carbon-based photonic devices.
Researchers have developed a polymer-based microring resonator array with over 40 elements, demonstrating broadband acoustic detection and fine spatial resolution. The system achieved strong correspondence with biological structures, including blood vessel regions, in imaging mouse prostate tissue.
Researchers have identified a mechanism to improve energy efficiency by converting wasted heat into electricity using hollow silicon nanotubes. This technology has the potential to replace rare metals with abundant silicon, leading to more efficient thermoelectric devices.
Researchers developed a cobalt manganese spinel catalyst regulated by biochar to activate peroxymonosulfate, achieving higher degradation rates and improved selectivity than traditional systems. The new CoMn0.75/BC system showed strong practical potential, maintaining high imidacloprid removal efficiency across various pH ranges.
Researchers developed a nanowire device that selectively captures cancer-related extracellular vesicles from the blood serum of ovarian cancer patients. The technology uses high-performance zinc oxide nanowires and achieves efficient capture of cancer biomarkers with minimal physical burden on patients.
The Kavli Prize in Nanoscience 2026 is awarded to Eva Y. Andrei, Pablo Jarillo-Herrero and Allan H. MacDonald for their foundational work in Twistronics. This new paradigm in nanoscience enables the exploration of interaction-driven quantum materials.
Researchers developed a silver nanoparticle-based technology to precisely cut and join DNA at targeted sites, increasing assembly efficiency by 2-5 times. The process uses chemical reactions instead of restriction enzymes, resulting in higher DNA recovery rates and improved joining efficiencies.
A novel asymmetric alloying method enables the creation of carbon-centered gold(I)-silver(I) chiral bicapped square antiprism polyhedral clusters, exhibiting phosphorescence and distinct chirality-dependent properties. The approach offers a new paradigm for precise alloying and stereocontrol of metal clusters.
Researchers successfully engineered a novel platinum cluster catalyst that maximizes hydrogen production performance while minimizing platinum usage. The catalyst enables precise control over the number of atoms in each cluster, achieving world-leading hydrogen production per unit of platinum.
Researchers have developed a wearable sensor that reads chemical signatures of human breath to decode silent speech into text. The device uses a microscopic nanoforest to capture rapid water vapor changes, achieving 98.51% accuracy rate.
Researchers at Lehigh University developed a new gold-palladium catalysis mechanism that increases reaction rates and stabilizes catalysts. This breakthrough advances the development of more efficient bio-based chemical manufacturing processes.
A new study transforms spent coffee grounds into a high-performance, biodegradable thermal insulation material with potential applications in buildings and packaging. The material achieved comparable thermal conductivity to commercial expanded polystyrene and showed biodegradability under enzyme treatment.
The MIT researchers developed a new sensor that can detect biomarkers produced by bladder cancer cells in the bladder, allowing for earlier detection. This approach is nearly 50,000 times more sensitive than traditional urinalysis and can image tumor location in tissue.
A deep learning model combines knowledge from different catalyst families to identify a top-performing green hydrogen catalyst. The AI correctly predicted the activity ranking of 12 tested catalysts within a previously unexplored material family.
Researchers at Rice University have developed a method to pattern chips with nanoscale structures at room temperature, opening up new possibilities for integrating light-based technologies into future devices. The technique uses anisotropic crystals to create patterns in hard materials like silica.
A team of researchers from the University of Michigan and other institutions developed a quantitative measure to quantify complexity in nanomaterials. The metric enables engineers to design materials with unique properties not seen in natural or existing man-made materials.