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Luo and Lloyd, using molecular dynamics simulations, have investigated methods to increase the thermal conductivity of polymeric nanocomposites.
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A new chiral material demonstrates a highly efficient optical response.
Building Artificial Brains: Nanotechology to Mimic Synapses
A new nanodevice has been developed, intended to reproduce the behaviour of a human synapse.
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New research studies the surface modification of graphene for use in lithium-ion batteries.
Gluing Molecules on Surfaces: Towards an Ultimate Surface Modification Strategy
New research suggests a method for universal surface modification.
Advanced Materials Top 40 for May 30, 2012
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Advanced Materials Top 40 for May 23, 2012
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