Articles tagged with Nanotechnology
Scientists at Osaka Metropolitan University developed high-performance lead-free piezoelectric thin films directly on standard silicon wafers. The films achieved the highest piezoelectric response ever reported for bismuth ferrite, enabling a fivefold improvement in energy conversion efficiency.
Researchers break thickness limit for lead-free films, discovering a metastable phase that unlocks latent piezoelectric potential. The films exhibit a piezoelectric coefficient four times higher than conventional forms, paving the way for ultra-miniaturized sensors and devices.
A novel drug delivery system developed by Osaka Metropolitan University improves Paclitaxel absorption by binding to the lipocalin-type prostaglandin D synthase enzyme, enabling selective delivery to cancer tissues. The system demonstrates significant tumor suppression effects even after administration cessation.
Prof. Yanquan Geng's team has devised a way to carve variable-depth, three-dimensional trenches into gallium antimonide using a microscopic tip vibrating thousands of times per second. This process improves the crystal's structural integrity and enables the creation of pristine 3D nanogrooves with controlled depths and widths.
Recent advances in photonic nanomaterials and healthcare devices have led to the development of wearable and implantable medical devices. These devices utilize light for precise manipulation of cells and tissues, offering new possibilities for early disease detection, light-based therapies, and personalized precision medicine.
Kyushu University researchers observed individual polymer chains' behavior on solid surfaces, revealing non-equilibrium dynamics and thermal fluctuations. The study contributes to enhancing adhesive performance and lightweighting of materials.
MIT researchers have developed a new photonic device that efficiently beams light into free space, enabling advanced displays, high-speed optical communications, and larger-scale quantum computers. The device uses an array of microscopic structures to project detailed, full-color images and precisely control quantum bits, paving the wa...
The study highlights the importance of absorptive capacity and collaboration practices in nanotechnology commercialisation. Companies can improve their chances of successfully commercialising breakthrough technologies by refining their governance and management structures.
Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University have discovered a hydrogen-absorbing material with negative thermal expansion properties, which can be tuned by adjusting the amount of hydrogen. This finding promises custom high-precision ingredients for precision nanotechnology, addressing volume changes in materials under heating.
Scientists developed a photonic crystal light sail with high reflectivity and low mass, enabling faster travel across the solar system. The structure features a narrow photonic band gap centered at the propulsion wavelength, resulting in high reflectivity within that spectral window.
A new study by MANA demonstrates that strongly correlated insulators can behave differently, allowing spin and charge excitations to exist independently. This enables the creation of new electronic modes that actively modify band structures under external stimuli.
Researchers at NYU's Department of Chemistry have discovered a way to assemble complex DNA structures without sticky ends, using shape alone to guide assembly. This breakthrough enables the creation of varied 3D structures made entirely out of DNA, with potential applications in optical, electronic, and biomedical technologies.
Researchers developed a light-responsive nanoassembly that enables precise and controllable drug delivery inside tumor cells. The strategy achieves strong tumor suppression while effectively inhibiting tumor spread, without causing noticeable systemic toxicity.
This study reveals that a femtosecond laser can induce a rise in electronic temperature, transiently blocking optical absorption and enabling multicolor modulation from a single material platform. The discovery opens a new pathway toward ultrafast, broadband, and energy-efficient photonic devices.
A study from Sultan Qaboos University's Department of Physics investigates how surface functionalization affects gold nanoparticle behavior. The research uses molecular dynamics simulations to show that varying surface coverage density can influence thermodynamic behavior and stability.
A novel wireless origami-inspired smart cushioning device has been developed to monitor deformation and detect damage to transported goods. The self-folded origami honeycomb device, integrated with passive wireless sensors, can provide real-time information on load conditions and impact.
Researchers developed a novel route for transforming molecular crystals into quantum dot monoliths, mimicking geological weathering on a tiny scale. Uniformly sized zinc oxide quantum dots form within the original crystal structure, preserving its shape.
UCLA researchers have developed a novel gene-editing approach using lipid nanoparticles to deliver a full-length CFTR gene into human airway cells. The study shows promise for treating cystic fibrosis by correcting the underlying genetic mutation, which could lead to more effective and long-term therapies.
Researchers control light emission from individual molecules, enabling future technologies like quantum computing and ultra-dense displays. The team's roadmap includes achieving stable, room-temperature single-photon emission by 2026 and integrating multiple devices for small-scale quantum information processing.
Researchers at Concordia University have developed a new 3D-printing technique using sound waves to print tiny structures onto soft polymers with greater precision than before. This approach, called proximal sound printing, enables the production of complex microfluidic channels and flexible sensors in a single process.
Researchers at Technical University of Denmark developed a groundbreaking nanolaser that can halve a computer's energy consumption. This technology has the potential to revolutionize various industries, including information technology and healthcare, by enabling ultra-small and energy-efficient lasers.
Wachs was recognized for his work on mixed oxide catalysts that guide the rational design of solid catalysts for air pollution remediation, sustainable energy, fuels, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. His election to the NAE honors his contributions to chemical engineering and the modern field of operando molecular spectroscopy.
Researchers at ZAQuant University of Stuttgart have discovered a new magnetic state in 2D chromium iodide, which could enable next-generation data storage. The twist in the material creates skyrmions, nanoscale magnetic structures that are stable information carriers.
ASU researchers use DNA to store and protect information in fundamentally new ways, offering a nature-inspired alternative to silicon-based solutions. The approach uses tiny DNA structures that act like physical letters to record and analyze electrical signals, providing high accuracy and scalability.
Researchers at Chiba University developed oxygen-functionalized graphene membranes that selectively separate carbon dioxide from methane while maintaining high permeability. The study demonstrates the potential of graphene-based filtration systems for next-generation gas purification, enabling cheaper and cleaner energy production.
A new window technology shields buildings from EMP threats while maintaining transparency. The innovative design offers broadband EMP protection with high optical transparency, suitable for practical architectural applications.
Researchers have demonstrated an angstrom-scale electroplasmonic platform enabling giant modulation (2000% V⁻¹ ) of near-field nonlinear optical effects across a broad spectral range. The discovery provides a novel scheme for highly efficient electro-optical conversion in an infinitesimal spatial scale.
Researchers at Materials Nanoarchitectonics (MANA) propose a novel strategy for controlling tiny droplets on surfaces, reducing friction and enabling precise control. The study demonstrates that particle-coated droplets can move with reduced force, opening new avenues in micro-scale systems and applications.
Researchers create novel contactless electricity generation technique leveraging electrostatic charges and viscous force of compressed air. The device generates high ESD-based outputs, powering electronic devices and regulating humidity.
A study published in Carbon Research reveals that heating single-walled carbon nanotubes at 400°C for four hours can dramatically expand their available surface area, nearly doubling their CO2-trapping power. This breakthrough could provide a vital tool for the next generation of carbon capture technology.
Scientists at Drexel University have developed a scalable method for producing one-dimensional MXene nanoscrolls, offering superior electrical conductivity and mechanical strength. The new material shows promise in applications such as energy storage devices, biosensors, and wearable technology.
Researchers develop versatile molecular platform to synthesize multiple functionalized carbon nanohoops, exhibiting high circularly polarized luminescence and other advanced photophysical properties. The breakthrough method enables multi-site functionalization and creation of chiral nanohoops with remarkable optical performance.
A research team at Chiba University has overcome the efficiency trade-off to create organic multifunctional devices that can both light up and power themselves. By precisely controlling exciton binding energy, they achieved low voltage loss and full-color operation across the visible spectrum.
Researchers introduce a novel fabrication technique to create high-resolution, low-resistance graphene electrodes for transparent and flexible devices. The method achieves exceptionally low electrical resistance and high pattern fidelity without etching-induced defects or chemical contamination.
Physicists at University of Jyväskylä create long-sought two-dimensional topological material, exceeding 0.2 eV band gap and exhibiting topological edge states protected by crystal lattice symmetry. The strain-tunable material enables future advances in spin-based electronics and nanoscale devices.
Researchers developed engineered bispecific nanobodies that bind viruses to mucus, preventing infection. The approach was effective in preclinical models of multiple respiratory viruses, offering immediate, localized protection.
The study demonstrates large NIR modulation using low-cost sodium electrolytes, comparable to lithium-based systems, with efficient heat-shielding performance. This breakthrough offers a practical solution for thermal regulation in diverse climate conditions.
Researchers design a novel molecular machine that controls both rotational and shuttle motions in a single molecule. The system, composed of a sterically hindered olefin motor, H-type benzimidazole, and crown ether, demonstrates the tuning effect of two motion modes within a single machine.
Researchers at Sandia National Laboratories have successfully employed artificial intelligence labmates to improve the control of LED lights, leading to a fourfold increase in steering efficiency. The AI platform uses a combination of machine learning and equation-learning techniques to optimize experiments and achieve new insights int...
Researchers overcome spatial resolution limit of sum-frequency generation (SFG) spectroscopy by utilizing plasmonic near-field confinement. This breakthrough enables direct visualization of nanoscale orientation heterogeneity in interfacial molecular domains.
LMU researchers created a tool that combines automated chemical synthesis, high-throughput characterization, and data-driven modeling to control nanocrystal growth. The Synthesizer platform enables precise predictions of material properties, such as color, brightness, or stability, for applications like LEDs, solar cells, and sensors.
Researchers developed a new system that efficiently transfects targeted immune cells, supports antigen presentation and immune cell maturation, and successfully crosses the mucus barrier in lung models. This breakthrough offers a promising alternative to lipid nanoparticles for next-generation pulmonary mRNA vaccines.
Researchers have developed a nanoparticle platform that enables precise delivery of disease-modifying gene therapies directly to cartilage lesions in osteoarthritis. The particles use biochemical signals to adapt their targeting based on disease severity, ensuring treatment concentrates exactly where it is needed.
A team at UC San Diego is developing functional, patient-specific livers using 3D bioprinting and stem cell technology. The goal is to create 'made-to-order' livers grown from a patient's own cells, offering a safe alternative to transplantation that eliminates the need for donor organs.
Scientists from ISTA and Brandeis University develop a geometric framework that predicts viable structures in self-assembling particles. The 'high-dimensional convex polyhedron' tool helps identify constraints that prevent certain outcomes, offering insights into designing custom-made nanomaterials.
A novel approach to designing crystalline organic nanofiber photosensitizers has been developed. These materials exhibit exceptional light harvesting and singlet oxygen generation capabilities, enabling rapid photooxidation of organic substrates.
Researchers at Jeonbuk National University propose hierarchical porous copper nanosheet-based triboelectric nanogenerators, demonstrating efficient energy harvesting and multifunctionality. The devices achieve a remarkable 590% increase in electrical output while maintaining stability over 100,000 repeated mechanical cycles.
A new spray-applied polyurea-based nanocomposite sensing coating integrates covalently functionalized graphene nanoplatelets into a two-component polyurea matrix. This enhances processability, weatherability, and establishes a robust conductive network for reliable resistive sensing.
Researchers created an AI model to design peptides targeted by proteases, which are overactive in cancer cells. The peptides can be detected in urine, revealing specific types of cancer. This technology could lead to at-home tests for various cancers.
A team of researchers has developed a method for preparing supramolecular prodrug assemblies to enhance chemodynamic therapy efficacy by consuming glutathione (GSH) and inhibiting its synthesis. The approach allows for the simultaneous release of dual functional molecules from self-assemblies, amplifying cellular oxidative stress.
Scientists have created a high-performance cathode material for aqueous zinc-ion batteries by converting a layered MXene into an amorphous form. The new material, a-V₂CT_x, shows remarkable improvements in capacity, charging speed, and durability.
A team of scientists at IISc has created tiny molecular devices that can be tweaked to perform diverse functions, including behavior as a memory unit, logic gate, selector, analog processor or electronic synapse. The devices' unique chemistry enables adaptability and the ability to store information, compute and adapt in real time.
Researchers reviewed magnetic materials preparation, structural design and actuation systems for medical applications, highlighting potential in targeted drug delivery, minimally invasive surgery and disease diagnosis. Despite challenges, the authors emphasize magnetic soft robots' potential to reshape future healthcare practices.
Researchers at Pusan National University have discovered a new, faster method for treating lightweight magnesium metals using electropulsing technology. The technique, which involves applying electric pulses to the metal, can accelerate grain growth and improve mechanical properties.
Researchers introduce a universal, nondestructive direct photolithography method for QD patterning, enabling precise control over fragile surface chemistry. The study demonstrates high-resolution patterns exceeding 10,000 pixels per inch and boosts device efficiency.
Researchers developed a magnetic nanocomposite that combines magnetic heating properties with bioactivity to treat bone cancer and support new bone growth. The material promotes tissue regeneration while selectively destroying cancer cells under an alternating magnetic field.
Researchers developed an electronic nose that can detect and identify two common indoor mold species using nanowires. The e-nose measures changes in electrical resistance to gas molecules interacting with a sensing material, proving its potential for fast and objective monitoring of indoor air quality.
A new study explores the use of zinc oxide nanocrystals in the defluorination process of perfluoroalkyl substances. The research finds that ligand-capped ZnO NCs can efficiently break down PFOS, a persistent contaminant, with high defluorination rates and reusability demonstrated.
Researchers at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München identify two mechanisms of chemical interface damping, crucial for determining plasmon energy loss. The study opens opportunities for light-driven catalysis, sensing technologies, and energy-efficient chemical processes.