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Chemists develop compact catenane with tuneable mechanical chirality

ScienceDaily   -   General News Websites

A team of chemists has made significant strides in the field of mechanically interlocked molecules (MIMs). Their work showcases the development of a compact catenane with tuneable mechanical chirality, offering promising applications in areas such...

May 19, 2025

World's smallest inorganic semiconductor enables eco-friendly hydrogen production

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

First use of sub-1-nm quantum semiconductor nanocluster for hydrogen production shows stable structure and high activity via self-assembly and metal ion doping.

May 19, 2025

Advances bring us closer to new 'light-squeezing' technologies

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

New thin films can compress infrared light over longer distances, across broader wavelengths, and on diverse surfaces, boosting real-world applications.

May 19, 2025

Archer Materials enters partnership with Paragraf for Biochip development

Graphene Info   -   Scientific and Educational Websites

Archer Materials, a semiconductor company advancing the quantum technology and medical diagnostics industries, has signed an agreement with UK graphene-based electronics company Paragraf to advance development of Archer’s Biochip potassium ion sen...

May 19, 2025

Engineered tungsten oxide nanocrystals use near-infrared light to drive photocatalysis

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Tungsten oxide nanocrystals engineered with oxygen vacancies absorb near-infrared light and enhance photocatalytic breakdown of dye pollutants in water.

May 18, 2025

Zentek announces completion of sale of corporate office

Graphene Info   -   Scientific and Educational Websites

Zentek has completed the sale of its property that houses its corporate office and laboratory space.

May 18, 2025

Nanosunscreen for plants: UV protection and nutrient enhancement

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Researchers developed a Zn-Mg-Mn-Fe nanocomposite that boosts lettuce UV tolerance and nutrient uptake, offering a sustainable advance in crop resilience.

May 17, 2025

Adhesive tape generates electricity for wearable biosensors and energy harvesting

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Researchers show store-bought tape can power wearables by converting movement into electricity using a triboelectric nanogenerator.

May 17, 2025

Acer unveils Predator Triton 14 AI laptop with graphene cooling tech

Graphene Info   -   Scientific and Educational Websites

PC maker Acer has released multiple announcements about new and upcoming AI-powered laptops, desktops, earbuds, and smart rings. Among these, the Company unveiled a slim Predator Triton 14 AI gaming laptop which Acer called 'the industry'...

May 17, 2025

Designing the future of clean energy: 2D Janus heterobilayers lead the way

Phys.org   -   Scientific News Websites

What if there were an efficient method to produce a viable, environmentally friendly alternative to fossil fuels using the power of sunlight? A significant discovery by researchers at Tohoku University and the University of Science, Vietnam Nation...

May 16, 2025

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