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Nanomaterial with “Light Switch” Targets Gram-Positive and Gram-Negative Bacteria

The emergence of multi-drug resistance bacteria and healthcare-associated infections are frequent issues in the treatment of suppurating wounds. A group of researchers has created a bactericidal nanomaterial that can be used against either Gram-positive or Gram-negative bacteria.

6 Dec 2023

Researchers Discover a Breakthrough in Protein Ion Detection

A multinational research team at the University of Vienna under the direction of quantum physicist Markus Arndt has made significant progress in the identification of protein ions: At low energies, superconducting nanowire detectors outperform conventional ion detectors in terms of detection efficiency by a ratio of up to 1,000 due to their high energy sensitivity, which allows for about 100% quantum efficiency.

5 Dec 2023

3D-Printed Models to Support Nanoscience Teaching

Efforts are being made to offer a foundation of nanoscience information in a way that is accessible so that education providers can raise awareness of nanotech developments and innovations.

5 Dec 2023

Electrons 'Straighten Out' Perovskite Crystal Structure

A new study details a breakthrough in understanding the dynamics of halide perovskites, revealing insights crucial for advancing optoelectronics technologies.

5 Dec 2023

New Palladium Diselenide Preparation Method for Optoelectronics

Optoelectronics are utilized in a wide range of devices across numerous sectors. They are used to detect or emit light. Historically, small transistors—small semiconductors constructed of graphene and other two-dimensional materials that regulate the flow of electrons and photons—have been the backbone of these devices.

30 Nov 2023

Purdue's Patented Laser Techniques Offer Engineering Precision

Purdue University's latest laser technologies form the basis of patented methodologies suitable for broad applications, from producing semiconductor oxide thin films to the enhancement of metals used in extreme environmental conditions.

29 Nov 2023

Study Finds Improved Catalysis Under 2D Silica

Researchers have now demonstrated that the catalytic activity of a metal palladium (Pd) surface for oxidizing carbon monoxide (CO) is enhanced by porous silica sheets less than one nanometer thick.

28 Nov 2023

An Eco-Friendly, Energy-Efficient Solution to Fine Dust Precursors

The Korea Institute of Civil Engineering and Building Technology (KICT, led by President Kim Byung-suk) has created a material for essential components designed to environmentally and effectively absorb fine dust precursors.

21 Nov 2023

WITec Debuts alpha300 Semiconductor Edition

Oxford Instruments WITec has revealed an alpha300 Raman microscope configured especially for semiconductor research and development.

From WITec GmbH 15 Nov 2023

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Professor Recognized for Contributions to Nanoscale Science and Technology

Nikhil Koratkar, Ph.D., John A. Clark and Edward T. Crossan Professor of Engineering at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, has been named a fellow of the American Physical Society (APS).

14 Nov 2023