Paolo Netti and co-workers have designed and characterized model tumor activated polystyrene nanoparticles (TAP-NPs) that release cytotoxic drugs.
Flexible Electronic Devices Experience Organic Growth
A Korean research team led by Prof. Soonmin Seo report a new method for preparing highly flexible, stretchable, and patchable organic electronic devices.
DNA & RNA incorporation into organic electronics
New research from an American group shows the incorporation of DNA and RNA bases in organic light emitting diodes.
Better insulin-cell producing transplants
Researchers develop a nanothin anti-inflammatory polymer material capable of decreasing immune responses involved in insulin-cell transplantation rejection.
Video abstract: thermogelling polymers in medicine
Dr Loh Xian Jun discusses his review article on potential clinical applications for biodegrable thermogelling polymers.
Spectral concentration improves solar cell efficiency
A research consortium from the UK, Spain, France and Germany is using photonic crystals to improve silicon photovoltaic performance.
Examining quantum size effects in silicon
Experiments examine the scale at which strong quantum effects emerge in silicon nanocrystals.
Advanced Science – The New Elite?
Professor Geoff Ozin, University of Toronto, discusses the elite journal publishing landscape in his latest opinion piece.
Resurrected batteries to stabilize power grid
A project involving three partners is connecting old batteries in Hamburg to form a large-scale storage system to keep the power grid stable.
Advanced Optical Materials – January Issue Covers
Check out the articles highlighted on the covers of the first issue of Advanced Optical Materials for 2015.