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Ultrathin Film with Nanoscale Perforations Helps Generate Vacuum UV Light

AZoNano   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Spectroscopy is the use of light to analyze physical objects and biological samples. Different kinds of light can provide different kinds of information. Vacuum ultraviolet light is useful as it can...

Jul 23, 2020

Atomic Force Microscopy Enables Nanoscale Analysis of Tooth Enamel Erosion

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KAIST researchers used atomic force microscopy to quantitatively evaluate how acidic and sugary drinks affect human tooth enamel at the nanoscale level. This novel approach is useful for measuring...

Jul 23, 2020

CIC nanoGUNE reaches new depths in infrared nanospectroscopy

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Researchers from the Nanooptics Group at CIC nanoGUNE (San Sebastian) demonstrate that nanoscale infrared imaging - which is established as a surface-sensitive technique - can be employed for chemical nanoidentification of materials that are locat...

Jul 23, 2020

Scientists develop new material for longer-lasting fuel cells

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New research suggests that graphene -- made in a specific way -- could be used to make more durable hydrogen fuel cells for cars.

Jul 22, 2020

Raith joins MIT.nano Consortium

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Precision technology manufacturer becomes 12th founding member.

Jul 22, 2020

Raith joins MIT.nano Consortium

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Precision technology manufacturer becomes 12th founding member.

Jul 22, 2020

Atomic force microscopy reveals nanoscale dental erosion from beverages

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Researchers used atomic force microscopy to quantitatively evaluate how acidic and sugary drinks affect human tooth enamel at the nanoscale level. This novel approach is useful for measuring mechanical and morphological changes that occur over tim...

Jul 22, 2020

Graphene can act as surfactant

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New research into graphene flakes has discovered that the material can act as a surfactant, for the first time demonstrating how it can be a versatile 2D stabilizer ideal for many industrial applications from oil extraction to paper processing.

Jul 22, 2020

Diamonds shine a light on hidden currents in graphene

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A new diamond-based quantum sensing technique gives researchers a map of the intricate movement of electricity on a microscopic scale. New results demonstrate the potential of the technique by revealing the fluid-like electrical currents that flow...

Jul 22, 2020

Exotic “Blinking” Crystals May Convert CO2 Into Fuels, Power Quantum Computers

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Unusual nanoparticles could benefit the quest to build a quantum computer. Imagine tiny crystals that “blink” like fireflies and can convert carbon dioxide, a key... The post Exotic “Blinking” Crystals May Convert CO2 Into Fuels, Power Quantum Co...

Jul 22, 2020

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