Two Berkeley Lab research projects awarded grants by the Department of Energy’s Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy to advance energy technologies.
James’ bond: A graphene/nanotube hybrid
Rice University’s James Tour Group creates single-surface material for energy storage, electronics.
Metamaterial discovery opens avenue to new products and industries using negative refraction
Researchers at Oregon State University have discovered a way to make a new metamaterial that might accomplish negative refraction of light.
Researchers explain the intricate interactions that shape DNA organization
Scientists uncover how the complex interactions between nucleosomes influence DNA’s organization in chromosomes.
Newly discovered quantum object could usher in new era of technology
Once relegated to theory, a newly discovered quantum object could be used to create new devices that will outpace modern electronics.
Quantum entanglement allows scientists to track time more accurately
Scientists have built atomic clocks with unprecedented levels of precision by harnessing quantum entanglement.
3D-printed ceramics bring quantum tech one step closer to the reality
3D-printed ceramics enable smaller, more stable quantum devices for applications in quantum computing, sensing, and communications.
Remote-controlled robot is changing the game for endoscopes
A new teleoperated robot makes it possible to perform endoscopes remotely, making the procedure available in underserviced regions.
How flickering lights cause hallucinations in our brains
Scientists have solved a centuries-old mystery that could help develop new forms of non-invasive brain therapy.
Anti-aging for lasers: Gallium nitride lasers get a longevity boost
Scientists have uncovered the cause of rapid degradation in powerful gallium nitride lasers and develop a solution to extend their lifespan.