Nanotechnology is the study, design, and manipulation of materials on a nanoscale, where one nanometer is one billionth of a meter. Our Nanotechnology category provides the latest news, research, and discoveries in this cutting-edge field, including the development of nanomaterials, nanodevices, and nanosystems. Discover the latest insights into the applications of nanotechnology in fields such as medicine, energy, electronics, and materials science. From the creation of nanomachines and nanosensors to the study of the behavior of nanoparticles, our coverage of nanotechnology provides a comprehensive look at the latest developments in this rapidly evolving field. Whether you’re a scientist, engineer, or just interested in staying informed about the latest advancements in nanotechnology, our Nanotechnology category has everything you need to stay up-to-date and inspired.
A novel quantum sensor with exceptional resolution transforms atomic-level material analysis, paving the way for advancements in quantum technologies and sciences. In a scientific breakthrough,…
NUS researchers have created a new butterfly-shaped magnetic nanographene that could improve quantum computing by enabling better control of electron spins and extending the coherence…
A novel electroadhesion process allows for the easy and reversible attachment of hydrogels to metals using electricity, effective on a variety of materials from food…
A breakthrough in integrated photonics has allowed researchers to harness light manipulation on silicon chips, paving the way for improved quantum computing and secure communications….
Engineers at EPFL have developed a device capable of transforming heat into electrical voltage efficiently at temperatures even colder than those found in outer space….
Physicists have developed a groundbreaking technique using high-resolution microscopy and ultrafast lasers to precisely identify defects in semiconductors. This new method, particularly effective in nanoscale…
Researchers have developed a genetic algorithm for designing phononic crystal nanostructures, significantly advancing quantum computing and communications. The new method, validated through experiments, allows precise…
Reactivating dormant metabolic pathways in cancer cells can aid in combating cancer. An international team of researchers has developed a novel method for treating cancer…
Graphene nanolayers are cross-linked with rotaxanes. Graphene, composed of layers of carbon atoms arranged in a honeycomb pattern, is recognized as a supermaterial due to…
MIT physicists have developed a new form of graphene, creating a five-lane electron superhighway that allows for ultra-efficient electron movement without energy loss. This breakthrough…
Research shows rapid electron and thermal transfers in layered materials, aiding optical tech. Researchers have identified new characteristics of layered low-dimensional materials that enable rapid…
A study has shown that compressing TiS3 nanoribbons transforms them from insulators to superconductors, enabling electricity transmission without energy loss. This discovery opens new possibilities…
A collaborative research team has developed a novel method to measure minuscule nanoscale forces in liquids, using a technique that significantly enhances measurement sensitivity and…
NCCR MARVEL researchers at EPFL have employed computational tools to look for new 1-D materials that could be exfoliated from known three-dimensional crystals, including the…
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute researchers have developed the first topological quantum simulator device in the strong light-matter interaction regime that operates at room temperature, revolutionizing quantum…
Columbia Engineers link oxygen to graphene quality and develop new techniques to reproducibly manufacture the wonder material at scale. Graphene has been called “the wonder…
Researchers tweaked borophene to interact with cells and other biological units in unique ways. Move over, graphene. There’s a new, improved two-dimensional material in the…
A new chip-scale device could provide sensitive detection of lead levels in drinking water, whose toxicity affects 240 million people worldwide. Engineers at MIT and…