Best of Advanced Optical Materials 2015 – Now online

The colorful secret behind stingrays’ electric blue spots

Dive into the mesmerizing world of sharks and rays, where vibrant blues emerge through never-before-seen structural colors.

Titanium-based metamaterial unlocks strength beyond nature

A groundbreaking titanium metamaterial with unparalleled strength and versatility could revolutionize manufacturing and high-speed aviation.

How shape-shifting gratings and lenses are changing optical devices

Tuneable micro-structured surfaces could overcome the limitations of current unchangeable components that result in “static” optical devices.

Pathogen detection with nanotechnology

Researchers turn to nanotechnology to boost the detection of pathogens, including SARS-CoV-2.

Medical swimming cellbots

Swimming cellbots capable of autonomous motion and drug encapsulation can deliver their payload at desired sites.

Wireless, wearable sensor created for deep-tissue monitoring

A team led by Wubin Bai developed a novel wearable sensor patch that provides a safe, real-time, less invasive and low-cost way to track a patient’s recovery.