Apr 30, 2025 New study explores the key mechanisms that allow certain organic photovoltaic cells to maintain high efficiency even when the active layer is thicker - an essential requirement for large-scale, roll-to-roll manufacturing. (Nanowerk News) Researchers from the Institute of Materials Science of Barcelona (ICMAB-CSIC), in collaboration with Heidelberg...
Manganese nanozyme combines cancer imaging with targeted catalytic therapy
Apr 30, 2025 Researchers have created a manganese-based nanozyme that enables both near-infrared imaging and precise catalytic treatment of tumors in cells and animal models. (Nanowerk News) A research team led by Prof. WANG Hui from the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science (HFIPS), Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), in collaboration...
DNA templates enable precise control of light-sensitive nanomaterial behavior
Apr 30, 2025 Researchers use DNA to assemble mixed-dimensional nanostructures with tunable optical properties, enabling scalable photodetectors with high sensitivity. (Nanowerk Spotlight) Efforts to build high-performance optoelectronic devices have repeatedly run into the limitations of individual low-dimensional materials. Nanoparticles are excellent at absorbing and emitting light but suffer from poor...
Sponge-like carbon nanotube thermoelectric generator easily molds to complex shapes and powers sensors
Apr 30, 2025 Researchers created a flexible thermoelectric generator using sponge-like carbon nanotubes to efficiently power small wearable sensors via heat harvesting. (Nanowerk News) A Korean research team has developed a novel thermoelectric material and generator (TEG) that leverages sponge-like carbon nanotube (CNT) structures, improving the limitations of organic thermoelectric...
Turning marker ink into graphene circuits with a laser
Apr 30, 2025 Researchers transformed red marker ink into graphene-based circuits using a laser, enabling low-cost, flexible electronics on everyday surfaces like paper or cups. (Nanowerk News) It is the first case of electric circuit created using a simple marker and a laser beam. Simple and sustainable materials to generate...