Surfaces and interfaces Research update Microscope “fingerprints” atoms Atomic force microscope benefits from sensitive calibration Read article: Microscope “fingerprints” atoms
Nanomaterials Research update Quantized magnetoresistance observed for the first time Resistance changes in steps
Structure and dynamics Research update Molecules self-assemble into stripes Simple technique allows electrons to be confined on surfaces
Structure and dynamics Research update Tiny mass detectors come out of the cold 100 zeptogram resolution achieved at room temperature and atmospheric pressure
Nanomaterials Research update Maxwell’s demon tamed Information ratchet drives particles away from equilibrium Read article: Maxwell’s demon tamed
Nanomaterials Research update Graphene resonator is one atom thick Physicists beat world’s thinnest drum skin Read article: Graphene resonator is one atom thick
Nanomaterials Research update Nanopolymers make their debut Metallic nanoparticles join together in long chains Read article: Nanopolymers make their debut
Semiconductors and electronics Research update Molecule carrier is on the straight and narrow Carbon dioxide is delivered with nanoscale precision Read article: Molecule carrier is on the straight and narrow
Optical physics Research update Tropical beetle has the brightest whites Irregular structure the key to insect's brilliance Read article: Tropical beetle has the brightest whites
Optical physics Research update Light squeezes through nano coax Nanotube-based cable pushes the limits of optics Read article: Light squeezes through nano coax
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