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Graphene steers electrons in femtoseconds

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For the first time, researchers show light pulses can create electrons at specific sites in graphene, uncovered through simulations of laser effects.

Oct 1, 2025

Researchers identify fractional electron transfer that enables catalysis

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Scientists measure fractional electron transfer on catalyst surfaces, revealing how precious metals like platinum and gold drive efficient chemical reactions.

Oct 1, 2025

Volatus Aerospace and VoltaXplore sign LOI for batteries to power next-gen drones

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Volatus Aerospace, a Canadian company focused on aerial intelligence and unmanned aircraft systems, and VoltaXplore, a joint venture between Martinrea International and NanoXplore aimed at commercializing the production of graphene-enhanced lithiu...

Oct 1, 2025

Positive charge carriers stabilize instantly in key solar fuel catalyst

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In a study appearing in Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics, researchers used quantum-chemical molecular dynamics simulations to visualize the ultrafast formation of polarons—charge carriers stabilized by lattice distortion—in NaTaO3, a key photoc...

Sep 30, 2025

Braided nanostructures reveal 3D tapestry behind vibrant green butterfly coloration

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The metamorphosis of butterflies from larvae to pupae to adulthood is a natural wonder. By investigating the developmental processes that occur within the pupa, transforming it into a butterfly, scientists have discovered a new twist in a process ...

Sep 30, 2025

Tiny nanoparticles conquer the big three in polymer glasses: Strength, toughness and processability

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Scientists have found a nanoparticle-inspired solution to the age-old strength issue of polymer glasses. Seasoning the polymer glass recipe with single-chain nanoparticles, which are tiny, folded-up polymer strands, can make the glass stronger, to...

Sep 30, 2025

Intricate nanoweaving in butterfly wings inspires future materials

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Scientists have discovered a new twist in a process that forms an intricate nanostructure responsible for the vibrant green colours of the Emerald-patched Cattleheart butterfly's wings.

Sep 30, 2025

Copper cobalt nanocomposite offers clean energy storage water and hydrogen

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A copper cobalt nanocomposite on nitrogen-doped carbon enables energy storage, water purification and hydrogen fuel, offering a cheap sustainable alternative to noble metals.

Sep 30, 2025

Scientists solve mystery of loop current switching in kagome metals

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Researchers explain why weak magnetic fields can instantly control electrical flow direction in these quantum metals.

Sep 30, 2025

Optically active metals for the technologies of tomorrow

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Researchers found a metal with conductivity and polarity that shows second harmonic generation, an optical effect usually limited to non-metals.

Sep 30, 2025

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