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Thin-Film Design Delivers Night-Vision Prototype Without the Bulk

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An international team of researchers has developed a technology that allows people to see clearly in the dark. The technology is based on nanoscale crystals and has potential applications in defense and safety applications, such as night driving.

Jun 21, 2021

Targeting lung inflammation with cell membrane-based dexamethasone nanodelivery platform

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Recently, researchers discuss their development of cell membrane-based nanoparticles that successfully delivered dexamethasone directly to inflamed lung cells.

Jun 21, 2021

Ben-Gurion U. scientists invent an artificial nose for continuous bacterial monitoring

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'We invented an artificial nose based on unique carbon nanoparticles ('carbon dots') capable of sensing gas molecules and detecting bacteria through the volatile metabolites the emit into the air,' says lead researcher Professo...

Jun 21, 2021

Common perovskite superfluoresces at high temperatures

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A commonly studied perovskite can superfluoresce at temperatures that are practical to achieve and at timescales long enough to make it potentially useful in quantum computing applications.

Jun 21, 2021

'Flashed' nanodiamonds are just a phase

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The "flash" process developed at Rice University can turn carbon black into functionalized nanodiamond and other materials. The carbon atoms evolved through several phases depending on the length of the flash.

Jun 21, 2021

Novel smart cement can be used to build more durable roads and cities

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By introducing nanoparticles into ordinary cement, Northwestern University researchers have formed a smarter, more durable and highly functional cement.

Jun 21, 2021

New method using profragrance nanoparticles promises longer-lasting scented products

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Based on novel engineering technology, researchers have fabricated profragrance nanoparticles that precisely control fragrance release, both in aqueous solution and on wallpaper under indoor light. In addition, the method used supports the flash a...

Jun 21, 2021

Nanotechnology Now - Press Release: 'Nanodecoy' therapy binds and neutralizes SARS-CoV-2 virus

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"Cell-Mimicking Nanodecoys Neutralize SARS-CoV-2 and Mitigate Lung Injury in a Nonhuman Primate Model of COVID-19" DOI: 10.1038/s41565-021-00923-2 Authors: Zhenhua Li, Zhenzhen Wang, Phuong-Uyen...

Jun 19, 2021

Nanotechnology Now - Press Release: Compact quantum computer for server centers: Researchers build smallest quantum computer yet based on industry standards

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Over the past three decades, fundamental groundwork for building quantum computers has been pioneered at the University of Innsbruck, Austria. As part of the EU Flagship Quantum Technologies, research...

Jun 19, 2021

Nanotechnology Now - Press Release: Atomic-scale tailoring of graphene approaches macroscopic world

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Graphene consists of carbon atoms arranged in a chicken-wire like pattern. This one-atom-thick material is famous for its many extraordinary properties, such as extreme strength and remarkable capabil...

Jun 19, 2021

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