Perforene material is a molecular filtration solution designed to meet the growing global demand for potable water.
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New microscopy technique to understand nanomagnets
NIST’s heterodyne magneto-optic microwave microscope can measure collective dynamics of electrons’ spins in individual magnets as small as 100 nanometers.
Optical surface for new solar cells, computing, and sensing
New optical technologies using “metasurfaces” capable of the ultra-efficient control of light are nearing commercialization.
Making bio-inorganic composites antimicrobial
Researchers have developed an innovative process for adding broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity to biomimetically-synthesized bio-inorganic composites.
Book Review: Biomimetic Approaches for Biomaterials Development
Houman Savoji and Michael R. Wertheimer of the École Polytechnique de Montréal review new publication in biomimetics.
New German-Chinese joint research centre opens in Mainz, Germany
New center will allow researchers to work closely together on projects in the field of regenerative medicine, an area with a promising future.
Super-strong metallic composites from nanowires
Work effectively overcomes “valley of death” problem in nanocomposite design.
New thin-film technology could lead to quick diagnostics
A twist on thin-film technology may provide a way to optically detect and analyze multiple substances simultaneously.
Room-temperature nanolasers developed by ASU researchers
Results pave the way for the use of nanolasers in a variety of practical applications.
Unexpected photoelectric behavior from topological insulators
Team find that when TIs are hit with a laser beam, the spin polarization of the electrons they emit can be completely controlled in three dimensions.