2D materials Research update Ultra-flat graphene goes wrinkle free Proton-assisted growth smooths out the carbon sheet Read article: Ultra-flat graphene goes wrinkle free
Accelerators and detectors Research update Accelerator-on-a-chip created by inverse-design algorithm Device gives electrons kilovolt boost over just 30 microns Read article: Accelerator-on-a-chip created by inverse-design algorithm
Nanomaterials Research update Multi-modal nanoprobes reveal hidden magnetism An approach usually employed in astrophysics has been scaled down to the quantum realm Read article: Multi-modal nanoprobes reveal hidden magnetism
Nanomaterials Research update Diamond defect takes 3D image of 27-atom cluster NMR technique could be extended to study large molecules and nanostructures Read article: Diamond defect takes 3D image of 27-atom cluster
Nanomaterials Research update DNA building blocks self-assemble in response to environment Technique could create synthetic biology systems that perform logical functions Read article: DNA building blocks self-assemble in response to environment
Nanomaterials Research update Diamond sensors probe matter at high pressures Nitrogen-vacancy defects make powerful new tools for studying the magnetic and structural properties of extremely compressed materials Read article: Diamond sensors probe matter at high pressures
Nanomaterials Research update Stimulated emission detection images single nanocrystals at high speed New ultrafast technique is the first to do away with fluorescent emitters Read article: Stimulated emission detection images single nanocrystals at high speed
Nanophotonics Research update Nanowire circuits allow for transparent and flexible LED screens A simple technique for depositing networks of silver nanowires onto clear, flexible substrates could bring about advanced new applications for LED displays Read article: Nanowire circuits allow for transparent and flexible LED screens
Polymers Research update Catalytic technique ‘upcycles’ single-use plastic New method could turn waste products into oils, lubricants and waxes found in everyday detergents and cosmetics Read article: Catalytic technique ‘upcycles’ single-use plastic
Nanophotonics Research update Electrons passing over nanophotonic materials could create synchrotron-like light Vacuum fluctuations cause free electrons to emit high-frequency light, calculations suggest Read article: Electrons passing over nanophotonic materials could create synchrotron-like light
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