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Noble metal high-entropy alloy paves the way for mid-infrared metasurfaces

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

A study explores a high-entropy alloy of Au, Ag, Cu, Pd, and Pt, evaluating its potential use in mid-infrared metasurfaces for optical applications.

Jun 13, 2025

Advances, challenges and the road ahead for multi-photon 3D nanoprinting

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

A review of multi-photon 3D nanoprinting, a technology that has been making waves in the micro/nano-additive manufacturing field.

Jun 13, 2025

First quantum-mechanical model of quasicrystals reveals why they exist

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Quasicrystals couldn't be simulated with quantum mechanics because of their irregular atomic patterns. A new method overcomes this challenge.

Jun 13, 2025

New cooling tech could curb data centers' rising energy demands

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Engineers created a fiber membrane that passively cools electronics, boosting energy efficiency and cutting water use in data centers and other systems.

Jun 13, 2025

Haydale announces key certification for US and Canada

Graphene Info   -   Scientific and Educational Websites

Haydale has provided a trading update highlighting the recent commercial progress of its JustHeat product line: a low-power, graphene-based heating system. According to Haydale, the product has now received UL certification, a critical regulatory ...

Jun 13, 2025

New sensor uses graphene and MOFs to detect methanol poisoning

Graphene Info   -   Scientific and Educational Websites

Researchers at the University of Adelaide have developed a simple, low-cost prototype sensor that quickly and easily detects small amounts of methanol in breath. This is a step toward developing a “methanol breathalyzer” to efficiently diagnose po...

Jun 12, 2025

New project integrates quantum light sources with quantum memories

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Researchers aim to develop new quantum light sources and technology for scalable quantum networks based on the rare-earth element erbium.

Jun 11, 2025

Self-propelled protein-based nanomotors enhance cancer therapy by inducing ferroptosis

Phys.org   -   Scientific News Websites

Limited penetration depth into tumor tissues continues to hinder the development of nanotherapeutics for cancer treatment. A novel self-propelled ferroptosis nanoinducer developed by Southern Medical University was able to achieve deeper penetrati...

Jun 10, 2025

Magnetic microrobot mechanically mixes microscopic materials

Phys.org   -   Scientific News Websites

Chemistry often conjures images of mixing fluids together in beakers, flasks, or test tubes. But often, chemistry happens on a much smaller scale. In many medical and industrial contexts, mixing fluids involves fractions of a milliliter, and for t...

Jun 10, 2025

Carbon nanotubes replace metal coils for ultra-lightweight electric motors

Phys.org   -   Scientific News Websites

Whether it's electric vehicles, drones, or spacecraft, a common technical challenge for future transportation is lightweighting. Reducing the weight of a vehicle not only reduces energy consumption, but also increases battery efficiency and i...

Jun 10, 2025

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