John Allen

Feature Writer

B.A. (Hons) Theological Studies

John is an award-winning writer and speaker. He holds a BA Hons. in Theological Studies from the University of Exeter as well as diplomas from the London School of Journalism and the Open University. John has worked in both the healthcare and digital sectors researching and writing about the latest developments in life sciences, robotics, space exploration, and nanotechnology.

Outside of work, John is a keen hiker, hospital volunteer, and science fiction enthusiast. You can find out more about John and his work at https://www.johnallenwriter.com

Articles from John

How Can Spontaneous Spin Polarization be Observed in Different Nanomaterials?

There are several ways spin polarization is observed in nanomaterials, but until recent years it was always considered an impossibility. Spin polarization remains essential in understanding and applying ‘spintronics’, but scientists are regularly surprised by some of the seemingly ‘random’ effects t

16 Mar 2020

How Can DLC Tribofilms be Analyzed Through Raman Spectroscopy?

Diamond-like carbon coatings (DLCs) held, and continue to hold, great promise for the improvement in friction and wear resistance of engine parts.

5 Mar 2020

Can Nanolubricants be Used for Thermal Engineering?

Nanolubricants can be used for thermal engineering. Enhancing the tribological performance of nanoparticle-based lubricants has been a challenge for years, but recent developments have enabled advances.

5 Mar 2020

What Effect does a Catalytic Converter have on Nanoparticles?

A catalytic converter reduces the toxicity of nanoparticles released by petroleum-based engines. In January 2018, researchers from the University of Technology in Tampere, Finland, took atmospheric measurements near traffic.

16 Jan 2020

Is Quantum Teleportation an Option for Future Semi-conductors?

Quantum teleportation shows remarkable promise as being critical for the production of semiconductors in the future. The problem lies in trying to understand and transmit information via quantum entanglement.

15 Jan 2020

Using Micro-Submarines to Deliver Treatment

Dr. Kang Liang recently announced the development of micrometer-sized submarines to deliver treatment, which can enter capillaries in the human body without the need for external navigation.

17 Jul 2019

50 Years on from the Moon Landing: How Has Nanotechnology Helped Space Travel?

Nanotechnology promises innovative but practical advances in space exploration in the future. Yet the historical application reveals how the technology has both influenced and affected space exploration since Armstrong and Aldren first stepped onto our moon’s surface.

10 Jul 2019