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Unique Photonic Device can Redefine Medical Implant Technology

Over the past few decades, medical technology seen various advances in terms of the scope and efficiency of implant devices.

8 Jul 2020

Researchers Demonstrate New Low-Threshold Topological Nanolaser

In the past, researchers have extensively analyzed the applications of topological photonics, such as topological lasers and one-way waveguide.

7 Jul 2020

Researchers Use Graphene to Improve Performance and Stability of Solar Cells

A research team, affiliated with Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST), has developed an innovative electrode that is expected to considerably enhance the stability of perovskite solar cells (PSCs).

6 Jul 2020

Researchers Use Optical Tweezers to Analyze Bacteria Cells

A new function-based sequencing technique using optical tweezers and taking advantage of the properties of gravity is letting researchers analyze bacteria cells one by one.

29 Jun 2020

Plasmonic Nanotorch Helps Detect Ultrafast Biochemical Reactions

Human life relies on exceptional arrays of biochemical reactions. Thus, gaining insights into the functions of biomolecules necessitates real-time tracking of such reactions.

22 Jun 2020

Experimental Observation of Plasmon Nanojets Could Help Localize Radiation

Russian and Danish researchers have made a first-ever experimental observation of a plasmon nanojet.

16 Jun 2020

New Single Graphene-Cube Cavity Acts as New Type of Nano-Antenna

Miniaturization has enabled so many unfathomable dreams. Shrinking down electronic circuits has allowed us to access technology like smartphones, health watches, medical probes, nano-satellites, unthinkable a couple decades ago.

12 Jun 2020

Study Could Help Make Nanolasers Using Conventional Semiconductor Materials

An international team of researchers led by researchers from ITMO University announced the development of the world's most compact semiconductor laser that works in the visible range at room temperature.

4 Jun 2020

New Nanopillar Arrays can be Tuned from Linear to Elliptical Birefringence

Polarization, the direction in which light vibrates, is invisible to the human eye. Yet, so much of our optical world relies on the control and manipulation of this hidden quality of light.

4 Jun 2020

Nanoscope Received NIH Support to Advance Ultrafast Laser-Based Gene Delivery to the Retina

The Nanoscope team has developed Multi-Characteristic Opsins (MCOs) to sensitize cells toward low level of white light so that vision is improved at ambient room light.

29 May 2020