nanotechnology

How Graphene Enables Us To See Viruses

Researchers in Japan have used atomically thin graphene film to enhance the quality of electron microscopy images.

Mesocrystals Make Hydrogen Production Ten Times More Efficient

A group of Japanese researchers has developed a photocatalyst that can make hydrogen production ten times more efficient.

Bird Feathers Inspire A Bright New Blue

A research team in Japan has replicated the unique colors of bird feathers and demonstrated new ways to control how light interacts with materials.

Breaking Through The Energy Conversion Efficiency Barrier

Researchers at Kobe University have designed a solar cell that is a hundred times more effective at preventing energy loss than previous methods.

Tears Can Tell If You Have Gout

Researchers in South Korea have developed a non-invasive technique that could help diagnose gout using the molecules of a teardrop.

2-In-1 Solar Charger Both Captures And Stores Energy

This integrated solar charger is fully charged after just two minutes in sunlight and can be used to power devices like mobile phones.

One Step Closer To A Flawless Lens

Researchers have demonstrated a scalable, cost-effective and reliable method to fabricate large-scale hyperlens arrays.

Gold & Graphene Make Brain Probes More Sensitive

Researchers from South Korea have developed brain probes that are small, flexible and read signals clearly.

A Sensitive And Dynamic Tactile Sensor

These transparent sensors can detect changes in pressure ranging from just the tap of a finger to the equivalent of a full human body weight.