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Researchers Use Nanoscale Metallic Film to Develop 3D Full-Color Holographic Images

A new approach to reconstruct 3D full-color holographic images with the help of only a single layer of nanoscale metallic film is being developed by researchers at Missouri University of Science and Technology.

14 Oct 2016

ORNL Team Uses Nano-Spike Catalysts to Turn Carbon Dioxide into Ethanol

Researchers at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory have devised an electrochemical process that uses miniature spikes of copper and carbon to convert the common greenhouse gas carbon dioxide into ethanol. Their process involves catalysis science and nanofabrication and their finding happened by chance.

13 Oct 2016

Scientists Study Two-dimensional Spin-Orbit Coupling for Bose-Einstein Condensates

Considered one of the fundamental effects in quantum physics, spin-orbit coupling plays a significant role in several physic phenomena and exotic quantum states.

13 Oct 2016

Nanoscale Engineering Technique can Transform Particles into “LEGO-Like” Blocks

A nanoscale engineering technique that can transform small particles into “LEGO-like” modular building blocks has been developed by scientists. The research work, which was headed by the University of Melbourne promises to be useful in nano- and micro-scale applications such as chemical sensing, energy storage and drug delivery.

12 Oct 2016

Scientists Discover New Means of Controlling Defects in Graphene

New methods to control defects in 2D materials, including graphene that can result in enhance membranes for energy storage, advanced protective coating, sensing or water desalination have been developed by scientists at the Penn State’s Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory and Lockheed Martin Space Systems Company.

12 Oct 2016

Rice University Lab Uses Electron Beam to Convert Nanorods into Multistate Switches

Rice University scientists have discovered how to subtly change the interior structure of semi-hollow nanorods in a way that alters how they interact with light, and because the changes are reversible, the method could form the basis of a nanoscale switch with enormous potential.

12 Oct 2016

Newly Detected Molecular Structure Provides Chemical Solutions for Environmental Problems

The first evidence of new molecular structure has potential for chemical solutions for various environmental issues.

7 Oct 2016

Microencapsulation Mass-Produces Encapsulated, Uniform Particles for Pharmaceuticals

Microencapsulation is widely used in the manufacturing of pharmaceuticals, and it is a process where a small particle of one material is enclosed within a shell produced from another. This process can also be used in other areas such as solar power and self-repairing materials.

6 Oct 2016

Bundles of Microtubes Developed by Peptides Convert Thermal Energy into Electrical Energy

Several proteins and peptides can naturally assemble themselves into slender, long fibers known as fibrils and other shapes. Researchers have now discovered a method to harness this feature in order to develop tubular structures of diphenylalanine that are capable of converting thermal energy into electrical energy, also known as a pyroelectric effect.

5 Oct 2016

UNAM Creates Nanoparticle-Based Edible Coating to Extend Shelf-Life of Food

An edible coating has been developed by UNAM researchers with the aim to extend the life of vegetables and fruits and preserve them for prolonged refrigeration. This coating with added purposeful ingredients could be applied to freshly cut foods.

28 Sep 2016

Nanomaterials News

Researchers Use Nanoscale Metallic Film to Develop 3D Full-Color Holographic Images

ORNL Team Uses Nano-Spike Catalysts to Turn Carbon Dioxide into Ethanol

Scientists Study Two-dimensional Spin-Orbit Coupling for Bose-Einstein Condensates

Nanoscale Engineering Technique can Transform Particles into “LEGO-Like” Blocks

Scientists Discover New Means of Controlling Defects in Graphene

Rice University Lab Uses Electron Beam to Convert Nanorods into Multistate Switches

Newly Detected Molecular Structure Provides Chemical Solutions for Environmental Problems

Microencapsulation Mass-Produces Encapsulated, Uniform Particles for Pharmaceuticals

Bundles of Microtubes Developed by Peptides Convert Thermal Energy into Electrical Energy

UNAM Creates Nanoparticle-Based Edible Coating to Extend Shelf-Life of Food

Revolutionizing Superconductivity: 60K Temperature Findings

Enhancing Osteogenesis in hBMSCs Using Single-Layer Graphene Oxide Nanosheets

Archer Improves the Functionality of Its 12CQ Quantum Project with International Partners

New Magnetic Nanodiscs for Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation

New Technique Boosts Efficiency of Eco-Friendly Solar Cells

Conversations on AFM: Applications of BioAFM in Life Science

Conversations on AFM: The Technology and History Behind AFM and SPM

Recent Advances in High-Speed Atomic Force Microscopy to Improve Research Into Protein Dynamics

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