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UMass Amherst researchers invent “electronic nose” built with sustainably sourced microbial nanowires that could revolutionize health monitoring

Scientists create wearable sensors using biodegradable nanowires that can detect various chemical tracers, including those associated with asthma and kidney disease. The breakthrough represents a new paradigm in electrical engineering, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional silicon-based nanowires.

SourceUniversity of Massachusetts Amherst·JournalBiosensors and Bioelectronics·DateFeb 22, 2023

New detector could enable high-speed quantum communication

Researchers have developed a new detector that can precisely measure single photons at very high rates, enabling practical high-speed quantum communication. The PEACOQ detector is made of superconducting nanowires and operates at extremely cold temperatures, allowing for precise measurement of photon arrival times.

SourceOptica·JournalOptica·DateJan 26, 2023

New nanowire sensors are the next step in the Internet of Things

Researchers developed a self-powered nanowire sensor that can detect nitrogen dioxide in the air without power source. The sensor has potential applications in environmental monitoring, healthcare, and industrial safety.

SourceARC Centre of Excellence for Transformative Meta-Optical Systems·JournalAdvanced Materials·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 5, 2023

New ultra-high material efficient, low-cost solar cells — using nanowires

Researchers at NTNU have developed a method for making ultra-high material efficient solar cells using semiconductor nanowires, which could potentially double the efficiency of today's Si solar cells. The new technique uses gallium arsenide (GaAs) material in a very effective way through nanostructuring.

SourceNorwegian University of Science and Technology·JournalACS Photonics·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 5, 2021
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Toward imperceptible electronics that you cannot see or feel

Osaka University researchers fabricated centimeter-scale cross-aligned silver nanowire arrays using high-resolution printing. The arrays exhibit excellent transparency and functionality, making them suitable for various applications such as healthcare and civil engineering.

SourceOsaka University·JournalAdvanced Intelligent Systems·DateDec 14, 2020

The scientists from MSU developed a basis for highly sensitive gas sensors

Researchers from MSU have created a basis for highly sensitive gas sensors that can detect toxic and non-toxic gases in air at room temperature. The sensors use porous silicon nanowire arrays, which exhibit reversible charging and discharging of Pb-centers, making them reusable and suitable for environmental monitoring and control.

SourceLomonosov Moscow State University·DateDec 26, 2017

Ultra-fast and ultra-sensitive hydrogen sensor

A KAIST-UC Irvine team developed an ultra-fast hydrogen gas sensor using a palladium nanowire array with a metal-organic framework, detecting hydrogen levels under 1% in under 7 seconds. The sensor also detects hundreds of parts per million levels within 60 seconds at room temperature.

SourceThe Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)·JournalACS Nano·DateSep 28, 2017

Personal cooling units on the horizon

Researchers at Penn State have developed a nanowire array that can cool about 5.5 degrees Fahrenheit using 36 volts, an electric field level safe for humans. The material is flexible, can be powered by a 500g battery pack for two hours, and could potentially be incorporated into firefighting gear or athletic uniforms.

SourcePenn State·JournalAdvanced Materials·DateApr 28, 2016
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A first in integrated nanowire sensor circuitry

Scientists have created the world's first all-integrated sensor circuit based on nanowire arrays, combining light sensors and electronics made of different crystalline materials. The method can be used to reproduce numerous devices with high uniformity.

SourceDOE/Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateAug 4, 2008

Scientists find nanowires capable of detecting individual viruses

Harvard University scientists have developed nanowire detectors that can identify single viruses using specific receptors, offering a highly sensitive solution for diagnostics and biosafety. The technology has the potential to detect viral infections at early stages and distinguish between different strains and variants.

SourceHarvard University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateSep 22, 2004