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Quantum Computing Makes Inroads Towards Pharma

IEEE Spectrum   -   Scientific and Educational Websites

Theoretically, quantum computers can prove more powerful than any supercomputer. And recent moves from computer giants such as Google and pharmaceutical titans such as Roche now suggest drug discovery might prove to be quantum computing’s first k...

Mar 2, 2021

Carbon nanotube microelectrodes for optoelectronic e-textile applications

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

The performances of fiber optoelectronic components were improved by wrapping electrodes with desired shapes around the thread. Fiber photodiodes were integrated into the fabric to measure the wearer's pulse from their fingertips.

Mar 2, 2021

Nanoparticle-delivered COVID-19 vaccine candidate shows promise in preclinical studies

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Scientists have developed a promising new COVID-19 vaccine candidate that utilizes nanotechnology and has shown strong efficacy in preclinical disease models.

Mar 2, 2021

Nanoparticle-delivered COVID-19 vaccine candidate shows promise in preclinical studies

ScienceDaily   -   General News Websites

Researchers have developed a promising new COVID-19 vaccine candidate that utilizes nanotechnology and has shown strong efficacy in preclinical disease models. According to a new study, the vaccine produced potent neutralizing antibodies among pre...

Mar 2, 2021

Gold-phosphorus nanosheets catalyzes natural gas to greener energy selectively

Phys.org   -   Scientific News Websites

Advances in hydraulic fracturing technology have enabled discovery of large reserves of natural gas which primarily contains methane, and which is mainly burned directly, potentially causing global warming. Upgrading methane to greener energy such...

Mar 2, 2021

Researchers detects chiral structures using vortex light

Phys.org   -   Scientific News Websites

Recently, the Laboratory of Micro and Nano Engineering, School of Engineering Science, University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) has made important progress in the field of structural chirality detection research using vortex light, and...

Mar 2, 2021

A quantum internet is closer to reality, thanks to this switch

Phys.org   -   Scientific News Websites

When quantum computers become more powerful and widespread, they will need a robust quantum internet to communicate.

Mar 2, 2021

Scientists improve understanding of plasma source for synthesis of carbon nanotubes

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Researchers have developed an insight that could facilitate production of microscopic carbon nanotubes used in everything from microchips to sporting goods to pharmaceutical products. The research could ensure that fabrication forms nanotubes as e...

Mar 2, 2021

Scientists develop efficient method to create high-strength materials for flexible electronics

Phys.org   -   Scientific News Websites

TPU researchers jointly with their colleagues from foreign universities have developed a method that allows for a laser-driven integration of metals into polymers to form electrically conductive composites. The research findings are presented in U...

Mar 2, 2021

The First Graphene-Enhanced Concrete Hits the Market

AZoNano   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Image Credit: Concrene The addition of just a touch of graphene could make the world's most ubiquitous building material stronger, more durable and even a touch greener. The first...

Mar 2, 2021

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