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Ultrathin metallic films show tunable, directional charge flow using light at room temperature

Phys.org   -   Scientific News Websites

In a major step toward next-generation electronics, researchers at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities have discovered a way to manipulate the direction of charge flow in ultrathin metallic films at room temperature using light. This discovery...

Aug 4, 2025

Scientists capture real-time melting of 2D skyrmion lattices using magnetic fields

Phys.org   -   Scientific News Websites

What occurs during the melting process in two-dimensional systems at the microscopic level? Researchers at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (JGU) have explored this phenomenon in thin magnetic layers.

Aug 4, 2025

Double-layer grapene membranes lead to ultra-small, high-yield motion sensors

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

A new graphene-based accelerometer design improves durability and yield using 1 micron trenches, offering potential for wearables, robotics, and medical devices.

Aug 4, 2025

Reducing material usage in light-driven energy conversion

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Scientists developed a new synthesis route for ultrathin photoanodes, which enables a 100 nm tantalum nitride layer to outperform much thicker films fabricated through conventional oxide precursors.

Aug 4, 2025

Platinum-free calcium alloy nanoparticles boost fuel cell efficiency and life

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Researchers developed platinum-calcium alloy nanoparticles that improve both efficiency and durability of hydrogen fuel cells using a liquid-phase synthesis method.

Aug 4, 2025

New method to steer electricity in atom-thin metals may revolutionize devices

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Researchers found a way to control charge flow in ultrathin metals with light at room temperature, enabling efficient optical and quantum technology.

Aug 4, 2025

Scientists achieve brain-like memory in nanofluidic devices

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Programmable 2D nanochannels mimic both synaptic behaviour and multiple memory types, marking a major advance in neuromorphic computing.

Aug 4, 2025

Could nanotechnology spark elementary students' curiosity in science?

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Researchers use nanotechnology and problem-based learning to boost elementary science skills, spark curiosity, and build real-world connections.

Aug 4, 2025

First real-time observation of two-dimensional melting process

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Researchers observed 2D melting in real time by tracking skyrmions, revealing how ordered magnetic lattices become disordered at the microscopic level.

Aug 4, 2025

Wafer-scale 2D InSe semiconductors achieved with new growth strategy

Nanowerk   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Researchers used a solid-liquid-solid method to fabricate wafer-scale 2D InSe, solving key challenges in next-gen semiconductor manufacturing.

Aug 4, 2025

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