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Nanoemulsions formed by self-assembly of nanoparticles around droplets

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Researchers have developed a single-step technique for creating nanoemulsions that is faster, more energy efficient, and smaller than previous methods.

Jun 23, 2018

Researchers create one of the smallest nanoparticle stabilized nanoemulsions with new technique

Phys.org   -   Scientific News Websites

MIE Assistant Professor Sushant Anand and his research associates have had multiple breakthroughs with their work on oil-water mixtures or "emulsions." Now, the researchers have taken their research to a new level by creating ultra-small (100-400 ...

Jun 23, 2018

Nanolaser Inspired by Nature Changes Colors Like a Chameleon

Photonics Media   -   Scientific News Websites

A new nanolaser, with a design inspired by nature, can change color using the same nanomechanics that a chameleon uses. A chameleon changes color by controlling the spacing of nanocrystals on its skin. The nanolaser exploits periodic arrays of m...

Jun 22, 2018

Research and Industry Partner to Commercialize Silicon Photonics in Finland

Photonics Media   -   Scientific News Websites

VTT Technical Research Center and Tampere University of Technology (TUT) are accelerating the development and commercialization of silicon photonics products in support of the Finnish electronics industry. The VTT-led project, called RAPSI (Rampin...

Jun 22, 2018

Solid-State Optical Cryocooler Refrigerates an IR Sensor to 135 K

Photonics Media   -   Scientific News Websites

Researchers have demonstrated an all-solid-state optical cryocooler. The structure, which according to researchers is the first demonstration of laser cooling of a payload connected to a cooling crystal, could serve as a baseline for future optica...

Jun 22, 2018

Scientists suggest making electronic devices from 'carbon peas'

Phys.org   -   Scientific News Websites

Scientists from the National Research Nuclear University MEPhI (Russia) have studied the properties of fullerene nanotubes, also known as "carbon peas," during stretching. The article on the project, which will help develop sophisticated nano-elec...

Jun 22, 2018

New Audi A1 Sportback gets bigger, more tech-advanced

New Atlas   -   Scientific News Websites

Audi has announced a second generation for the little A1, which will become available in the United Kingdom in November. The completely redesigned A1 Sportback is longer and more loaded with technology than was the previous-gen of the car....

Jun 21, 2018

NanoSensors, Inc. (NNSR) Provides Shareholder Update and Announces Intention of Merger and Change of Control

Business Wire   -   General News Websites

LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Publicly held NanoSensors, Inc. (OTC Pink: NNSR) is pleased to announce that an official agreement has been reached with a viable candidate to merge into NanoSensors, Inc. The candidate will bring a budget, as well as y...

Jun 21, 2018

Chameleon-Inspired Nanolaser Holds Promise for Advances in Flexible Displays in Smartphones

AZoNano   -   Nanotechnology Websites

As a chameleon changes its color from green to turquoise to pink to orange, nature’s design principles are at work. Complex nano-mechanics are unobtrusively and effortlessly functioning to...

Jun 21, 2018

World’s First-Ever Graphene-Enhanced Sports Shoes

AZoNano   -   Nanotechnology Websites

The University of Manchester and British brand inov-8 unveil the world’s first-ever sports shoes made using graphene, which is the world’s strongest material. Working together with...

Jun 21, 2018

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