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First quantum-mechanical model of quasicrystals reveals why they exist

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

Nanoplastics can disrupt gut microbes in mice by interfering with extracellular vesicle-delivered microRNA

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Nanoplastics can compromise intestinal integrity in mice by altering the interactions between the gut microbiome and the host, according to a paper in Nature Communications. The study explores the complex interactions of nanoplastics with the gut ...

Jun 10, 2025

Ultralight carbon nanotube coil powers electric motor without metal

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Researchers have succeeded in constructing the coil of an electric motor using only carbon nanotubes without any metals, and realizing it to the point where it can actually run.

Jun 10, 2025

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