A new tool enables biomechanical studies of individual cells, laser-propelling red blood cells over long distances and monitoring their deformation.
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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.
Crystalline polymer-nanotube interphase structures
Shear-flow spinning used to produce poly(vinyl alcohol)/ single-wall carbon nanotubes composite fibers with high nanotube loadings and a unique combination of high-performance properties.
Why Can’t Ultralight Materials Fly?
Guest writer Hua-Jie Zhu of Hebei University discusses the role of density in the characterisation of ultralight materials.
Graphene-Based Nanosensors for Toxic Gases
CSIRO scientists have developed new nanosensors capable of detecting very low concentrations of toxic gases such as ammonia and nitrogen dioxide, which can be reset using water molecules or ethanol.
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