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Researchers optimize 3D printing of optically active nanostructures

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

The shape, size and optical properties of 3-dimensional nanostructures can now be simulated in advance before they are produced directly with high precision on a wide variety of surfaces. Nanoprobes or optical tweezers with sizes in the nanometre ...

Jan 17, 2024

Gold nanorod films clear surfaces of ice – just add sunlight

New Atlas   -   Scientific News Websites

Preventing or clearing ice build-up on surfaces is a major winter problem, as areas of the southern US are currently experiencing. Scientists at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) have now developed a new thin film coat...

Jan 17, 2024

Laser Tissue Soldering Uses Light and Nanothermometers as Minimally-Invasive Alternatives for Wound Fusion

Science Times   -   Scientific News Websites

Researchers have introduced a new technique for wound closure which uses a laser soldering approach. Check this article to learn more.

Jan 17, 2024

Turning CO2 into nanofibres

Innovation in Textiles   -   Scientific and Educational Websites

A research team from the US Department of Energy’s Brookhaven National Laboratory and Columbia University have developed a way to convert carbon dioxide (CO2) into carbon nanofibres with a wide range of unique properties and many potential long-te...

Jan 17, 2024

Breakthrough nano-shield blocks selective allergic reactions

News Medical   -   Scientific News Websites

Northwestern University researchers have developed the first selective therapy to prevent allergic reactions, which can range in severity from itchy hives and watery eyes to trouble breathing and even death.

Jan 16, 2024

Black Swan Graphene enters agreement with Hubron International

Graphene Info   -   Scientific and Educational Websites

Black Swan Graphene has announced a commercial agreement with Hubron International, specializing in customized solutions in plastic masterbatch and conductive compound manufacturing. This strategic partnership is set to fast-track the commercializ...

Jan 16, 2024

Cryo-microscopy reveals nano-sized copy machine implicated in origin of life

ScienceDaily   -   General News Websites

RNA is thought to have sparked the origin of life by self-copying. Researchers have now revealed the atomic structure of an 'RNA copy machine' through cryo-EM. This breakthrough sheds light on a primordial RNA world and fuels advancement...

Jan 16, 2024

Investigating quantum computing and machine learning as effective tools in fluid dynamics

Tech Xplore   -   Scientific News Websites

To prevent aircraft stalls, engineers have long studied the flow of air over airfoils such as airplane wings to detect the angles when flow separation occurs. Recently, a team of researchers at Shanghai Jiao Tong University, including Xi-Jun Yuan ...

Jan 16, 2024

Urea-powered nanorobots reduce bladder tumors by 90% in mice

News Medical   -   Scientific News Websites

The research, which was conducted on mice, demonstrates how these tiny nanomachines are propelled by urea present in urine and precisely target the tumour, attacking it with a radioisotope carried on their surface.

Jan 16, 2024

Decorated nanoparticles prevent anaphylaxis without causing side effects in mouse study

Phys.org   -   Scientific News Websites

Northwestern University researchers have developed the first selective therapy to prevent allergic reactions, which can range in severity from itchy hives and watery eyes to trouble breathing and even death.

Jan 16, 2024

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