What are smart contact lenses?
Contact lenses have come a long way from their early days as simple devices to correct vision. Now, thanks to nanotechnology—the science of working...
How nanotechnology is changing antimicrobial coatings
Bacteria and viruses are everywhere—on surfaces, in the air, and even on our hands. Some of them can cause serious illnesses, so keeping surfaces...
How robotics is changing military and defense
Robots are becoming an important part of military and defense strategies around the world.
These machines are no longer just tools for factories or laboratories—they...
Scientists solve dead zone problem in desalination technology and beyond
Researchers have made an exciting breakthrough to improve desalination technology by eliminating “dead zones” in fluid flow.
These dead zones slow down the movement of...
New aluminum surfaces could transform cooling, cleaning, and anti-icing technologies
Engineers have developed a new, cost-effective way to create specially patterned aluminum surfaces that could revolutionize cooling systems, self-cleaning technologies, and anti-icing solutions.
This breakthrough...
How nanotechnology is changing anti-aging skincare
Anti-aging skincare has always been a hot topic for people who want to keep their skin looking youthful and healthy. In recent years, nanotechnology—a...
How nanotechnology is shaping the future of flexible electronics
Flexible electronics are transforming the way we interact with technology. Imagine a smartphone you can fold into your pocket, a tablet that rolls up...
Stay cool anywhere: UCLA’s tiny pump revolutionizes wearable cooling
UCLA scientists have created a new type of cooling technology that could transform how we stay comfortable in the heat.
Using thin, flexible materials, their...
How nanotechnology makes LEDs better
LED lighting has become a part of our everyday lives, from light bulbs in homes to streetlights and smartphone screens. LEDs, or light-emitting diodes,...
How nanotechnology is changing energy storage
Energy storage is one of the biggest challenges in today’s world. As we shift toward renewable energy sources like solar and wind, the need...