SMART discovers breakthrough way to look at the surface of nanoparticles: New method to explore the surface of nanoparticles, unlike existing chemical procedures which have severe limitations

Researchers have discovered a way for scientists to study the properties of a nanoparticle without damaging it -- something that is not possible with widely used chemical processes today. The revolutionary technique is also cheaper and faster than existing methods, and uses machines that are readily available in labs today. The breakthrough paves the way for researchers across different sectors and disciplines to push current limits on nanoparticle research.