Cole et al. report the fabrication of free-standing, horizontally aligned carbon nanotube membranes.
Are single-walled carbon nanotubes derived from a zigzag graphene ribbon?
Researchers report that SWCNTs are tubular graphene in a unique armchair configuration, resulting from the growth of a zigzag graphene ribbon.
Polycarbonate coatings to prevent catheter infection
An international group develops a new three-component surface coating to reduce the number of infections caused by catheters.
World's First Carbon Fiber 3D Printer
MarkForged have introduced the Mark One 3D printer, which can print parts from continuous carbon fibers.
Designing a colorimetric sensor for aliphatic hydrocarbons
J.-M. Kim and co-workers from Hanyang University have developed a sensor film that enables colorimetric differentiation among SAHCs.
Tailoring carbon nanotubes to deliver genes
A research team has improved the DNA/RNA transfection ability of carbon nanotubes by optimizing the plasma processes used in their functionalization.
Tracking cell molecules with carbon nanotubes
Rice, Göttingen, VU researchers track single-molecule proteins in living cells.
Real or Artifact: CO2 Photo-Catalysis versus Carbon Contamination
Geoff Ozin asks if carbon dioxide capture and utilization, a potential solution to the CO2 problem, is feasible with today’s photo-conversion technology.
Carbon nanotubes could be grown through combustion
A research team have revealed that the molecular mechanism of carbon nanotube (CNT) growth and hydrocarbon combustion actually share many similarities.
Carbon dioxide responsive polymers
An overview of recent progress in the field of CO2-responsive polymers is given including a detailed discussion about challenging research aspects.