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Why are vertically aligned carbon nanotube structures so weak?
A new study has found that “waviness” in forests of vertically-aligned carbon nanotubes dramatically reduces their stiffness.
Fast-response photochromic materials based on oil-core capsules
ICN2 and UAB researchers have just reported a new type of fast-response photochromic film that they have developed using oil-filled polymeric cores.
Laser propelled cells
A new tool enables biomechanical studies of individual cells, laser-propelling red blood cells over long distances and monitoring their deformation.
Improving optical communications: better structures or new materials?
Optical fibers are approaching their useful design limit – a new video abstract discusses possible solutions for this essential technology.
A new level for continuous-wave terahertz lasers
A robust surface emitting continuous-wave terahertz quantum cascade laser has been realized in a two-dimensional photonic crystal structure.
Nanochemistry Reproducibility
Guest writer Geoffrey Ozin, of the University of Toronto, addresses the difficult problem of reproducing synthesis results in nanochemistry.
New method for diagnosing anaemia using microwaves could lead to new blood tests
A rapid way of diagnosing anaemia using microwave technology being developed into a point of care device for hospitals and the home.
Miniaturization by dint of a novel etching process
The Germany company Akon revolutionized the entire electronics industry with a precise and environment friendly etching technology.
Remote Controlled Drug Delivery
A noninvasive, controlled method of drug delivery via functionalising gold nanocages for Alzheimer’s disease therapy increases the therapeutic efficacy of chelation therapy.
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