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
Radiotherapy Research update Gd-loaded nanoparticles plus monochromatic X-rays can destroy tumours Irradiating gadolinium-loaded nanoparticles with monochromatic X-rays could provide a new type of radiation therapy Read article: Gd-loaded nanoparticles plus monochromatic X-rays can destroy tumours
Nanomaterials Research update Ice-water interface goes viscous New measurements on the liquid film that forms during ice gliding reveal unexpected properties Read article: Ice-water interface goes viscous
Nuclear power Research update Surprisingly stable plutonium compound could affect nuclear waste storage Accidental discovery made while studying plutonium oxide nanoparticles Read article: Surprisingly stable plutonium compound could affect nuclear waste storage
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