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Biodegradable Bandage Based on Nanofibers

Researchers have developed a material based on nanofibers, made of polycaprolactone with plasma components and a thin-film antibacterial composition.

19 Feb 2018

Graphene Nanoribbons Reach Out to the Molecular World

Researchers from CIC nanoGUNE, Materials Physics Center (CFM), Donostia International Physics Center (DIPC), and Center for Research on Biological Chemistry and Molecular Materials (CiQUS) have developed the smallest magnetic device contacted, made of one molecule.

19 Feb 2018

Upconversion Nanoparticles Used for Stimulation and Inhibition of Deep Brain Structures

The human brain is not bottomless but neuroscientists experience a deficiency of light while attempting to investigate living deep-brain structures.

14 Feb 2018

Graphene Oxides Analyzed for Use in Antibacterial Applications

Due to the increasing spread of drug-resistant bacteria, the present antibiotic reservoir seems to be inadequate, thus demanding the exploration of novel antibacterial agents.

14 Feb 2018

Using Gold Nanoparticles for Removal of Carbon Monoxide

An innovative method has been developed by researchers to mount gold nanoparticles on a promising molecular support called polyoxometalate (POM).

13 Feb 2018

Change Observed in Molecular Structure of Nano-Confined Liquid Crystals

Researchers have found a form of self-assembly in liquid crystals after fitting them into cylindrical nanopores and heating them.

8 Feb 2018

Researchers Accurately Customize Upconversion Luminescence Dynamics

Using advanced spectroscopy and theoretical modeling, researchers showed that migration of excitation energy has a higher impact on upconversion dynamics.

1 Feb 2018

MXene Nanomaterial Could Enable Efficient Gas Separation for Widespread Use of Hydrogen Fuel

Researchers discovered gas separation characteristics in a nanomaterial called MXene that can be combined with the membranes adopted to purify hydrogen.

30 Jan 2018

Light-Triggered Nanoparticles Used to Treat Metastatic Cancer in Mice

Unlike traditional light therapy, light-triggered nanoparticles can target and attack cancer cells that have spread deep inside the body.

26 Jan 2018

Nanotubes Could Help Water Purification & Tissue Engineering

Materials scientists designed a small tube that rolls up and zips closed and have the potential to help with tissue engineering, water purification and several other applications.

19 Jan 2018