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Simple drying transforms slippery hydrogels into powerful adhesives

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Researchers find that drying hydrogels briefly turns them into strong, reversible adhesives, opening new uses in robotics and material handling.

Jul 15, 2025

Twisting 2D materials boosts toughness without losing strength

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Researchers discovered that twisting 2D materials improves toughness while preserving strength, paving the way for durable electronics and smart devices.

Jul 15, 2025

University of Cambridge purchases AIXTRON tool for 2D/layered materials-based photonic devices

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The UK's University of Cambridge has purchased a Close Coupled Showerhead® system for 2D materials from AIXTRON SE for its research and development in the field of photonics and optoelectronics. The AIXTRON system enables wafer scale growth o...

Jul 15, 2025

This AI-powered lab runs itself—and discovers new materials 10x faster

ScienceDaily   -   General News Websites

A new leap in lab automation is shaking up how scientists discover materials. By switching from slow, traditional methods to real-time, dynamic chemical experiments, researchers have created a self-driving lab that collects 10 times more data, dra...

Jul 14, 2025

A novel copper nanocluster for efficient and selective CO2 conversion

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In a significant step towards a carbon-neutral future, researchers developed an atomically precise copper nanocluster that demonstrates high stability and exceptional selectivity in electrochemical carbon dioxide reduction reactions.

Jul 14, 2025

Researchers unveil game-changing light-fueled shape-shifting and shape-fixing smart materials

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These novel materials can change, fix, and retain their shape reversibly by using magnetic fields and ultraviolet light.

Jul 14, 2025

Glucose-sensitive nanovaccine combines gene editing and immune activation for cancer treatment

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A glucose-sensitive nanovaccine delivers CRISPR to tumors, silences immune-suppressing genes, and activates a targeted immune response against cancer.

Jul 14, 2025

Skin-like sensor monitors internal, external body movement, electrical signals

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A new skin-like sensor could help doctors monitor vital signs more accurately, track healing after surgery and even help patients with bladder control issues.

Jul 14, 2025

GMG to raise up to $14.5 million via a new equity distribution agreement

Graphene Info   -   Scientific and Educational Websites

Graphene Manufacturing Group (GMG) has entered into an equity distribution agreement with Cantor Fitzgerald Canada Corp, under which it will be entitled to raise up to $20 million CAD (about $14.5 million USD) via the sale of ordinary shares.

Jul 13, 2025

First-of-its-kind crystal laser could power safer sensors and smarter tech

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Researchers at the University of Illinois have pulled off a laser first: they built a new kind of eye-safe laser that works at room temperature, using a buried layer of glass-like material instead of the usual air holes. This design not only boost...

Jul 12, 2025

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