A molecular approach to solar power
It’s an obvious truism, but one that may soon be outdated: The problem with solar power is that sometimes the sun doesn’t shine. Now a … Read more
Carbon nanotube
New carbon nanotube fibers outperform copper in carrying power
On a pound-per-pound basis, carbon nanotube-based fibers invented at Rice University have greater capacity to carry electrical current than copper cables of the same mass, … Read more
Walk like a transcription: DNA motor hobbles along nanotube
Researchers have created a new type of molecular motor made of DNA and demonstrated its potential by using it to transport a nanoparticle along the … Read more
Creating synthetic antibodies
MIT chemical engineers have developed a novel way to generate nanoparticles that can recognize specific molecules, opening up a new approach to building durable sensors … Read more
Bold claim: NSF-funded research may revolutionize electronics
With support from the National Science Foundation (NSF), a team of Stanford University engineers has for the first time built a tiny computer with 178 … Read more
A first: Stanford engineers build computer using carbon nanotube technology
A team of Stanford engineers has built a basic computer using carbon nanotubes, a semiconductor material that has the potential to launch a new generation … Read more
Turning plastic bags into high-tech materials
University of Adelaide researchers have developed a process for turning waste plastic bags into a high-tech nanomaterial. The innovative nanotechnology uses non-biodegradable plastic grocery bags … Read more
A pea-shooter for molecules: Nanopores can slow throughput
Like a pea going through a straw, tiny molecules can pass through microscopic cylinders known as nanotubes. This could potentially be used to select molecules … Read more
Plasma-treated nano filters help purify world water supply
The study paves the way for the next generation of portable water purification devices, which could provide relief to the 780 million people around the … Read more
Stretchy Electronic Skin Could Detect, Respond to Touch
Imprinting electronic circuitry on backplanes that are both flexible and stretchable promises to revolutionize a number of industries and make “smart devices” nearly ubiquitous. Among … Read more
New path to flex and stretch electronics
Imprinting electronic circuitry on backplanes that are both flexible and stretchable promises to revolutionize a number of industries and make “smart devices” nearly ubiquitous. Among the applications that have been envisioned are electronic pads that …
