Scientists who are interested in the latest progress in non-spherical noble metal nanoparticles will probably appreciate the new review articles by Tapan K. Sau and Andrey L. Rogach.
Moth eyes inspire flexible X-ray shields and sensors
Drawing from nature, scientists are creating next-generation X-ray protective clothing and equipment.
Surfactants Steer Supraparticle Structure
pH-responsive surfactants enable control over buckled supraparticle formation in emulsion-based systems.
Turning Periods into Power: Menstrual Blood a Valuable Resource for Medical Diagnostics
Wearable sensors help women analyse menstrual blood for affordable, non-invasive health monitoring.
Two-in-one nanomedicine delivers antiviral treatment and immediate vaccine-like protection
The quasi-vaccine could help healthcare workers weather a virus outbreak in the future.
An mRNA vaccine for asthma shows promise in mice
Based on the same mRNA vaccine against COVID-19, a new prototype has shown potential to treat asthma, a condition with no known cure.
How much force does it take to kill a single bacterium?
Scientists are using nanomaterials to pressure bacteria and find new ways to combat antibiotic resistance.
Solar concentrators are turning glass into clean energy generators
Transparent solar concentrators capture the Sun’s energy, making windows and building facades more energy-efficient and sustainable.
Bacteria in wastewater could be breaking plastics down for food
A common bacteria found growing on plastic in urban wastewater could provide new bioengineering solutions to clean up plastic waste.
Decorated nanospheres boost chemotherapy and cut side effects
Scientists are using decorated nanoparticles to precisely target tumors with chemotherapy, effectively reducing side effects.






