Vancouver researchers develop nanocrystalline cellulose with added sugars to counteract the tendency of such materials to crack.
Results for "sensors"
Entirely new approach to develop micro-electromechanical systems
New design methodology may pave the way for micro-electromechanical sensors and actuators – robots will be able to see and feel more effectively in future.
Interfacing Living Cells with Nanomaterials
Interfacing biological systems with nanomaterials may have a significant impact in research fields such as biosensors and tissue engineering.
Deposition of thin films by MAPLE
The use of MAPLE for the deposition of macromolecular thin films has been investigated by Princeton researchers.
February Highlights from physica status solidi
Amorphous graphene, copper clusters, and solar cells – these and more in February’s physics highlights.
Litmus paper for detecting organic solvents
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Cooling semiconductors using only light
Nanyang researchers take group II-VI semiconductor cadmium sulfide from 20 to -20 degrees C in major breakthrough.
Novel Material Knocks Bacteria Away
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Graphene selected as part of new €1000 million European project
Flagship aims to take graphene and related layered materials from academic laboratories to society.
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