Scientists make quantum ‘waves’ in ultrathin materials
Wavelike, collective oscillations of electrons known as “plasmons” are very important for determining the optical and electronic properties of metals.
In atomically thin 2D materials,...
Scientists finds new way to fix 3D printing’s ‘weak spot’
Researchers have developed the technology to weld adjacent 3D printed layers more effectively, increasing the final product’s reliability, according to a new study.
Plastics are...
Scientists develop high-performing ‘green’ electronic sensor
Scientists at the University of Massachusetts Amherst report that they have developed bioelectronic ammonia gas sensors that are among the most sensitive ever made.
The...
Scientists map tiny twists in “magic-angle” graphene
Made of a single layer of carbon atoms linked in a hexagonal honeycomb pattern, graphene’s structure is simple and seemingly delicate.
Since its discovery in...
Scientists build promising supercapacitor for electronics and electric vehicles
A new supercapacitor based on manganese oxide could combine the storage capacity of batteries with the high power and fast charging of other supercapacitors,...
Scientists rewire photosynthesis to fuel our future
Hydrogen is an essential commodity with over 60 million tons produced globally every year.
However over 95 percent of it is made by steam reformation...
New biosolar cell could power sensors for ‘internet of things’
Right now, we live in a world where many of our various gadgets are connected, from computers and thermostats to refrigerators and smart watches.
Futurists...
Print your own laboratory-grade microscope for US$18
For the first time, labs around the world can 3D print their own precision microscopes to analyze samples and detect diseases, thanks to an...
New ultrafast camera takes 70 trillion pictures per second
Just about everyone has had the experience of blinking while having their picture taken.
The camera clicks, your eyes shut, and by the time they...
New material could turn heat energy into electricity to power small electronics
Researchers have found a way to convert heat energy into electricity with a nontoxic material.
The material is mostly iron which is extremely cheap given...