May 20, 2025 A light-controlled nanofluidic device simulates dendritic signal integration and reflex-like responses, advancing neuromorphic hardware for sensorimotor systems. (Nanowerk Spotlight) Efforts to design computing systems that operate more like the brain have pushed engineers to rethink how information is processed, transmitted, and stored. Biological neurons are not simple...
Etching patterns on living cells using ice lithography and electron beams
May 20, 2025 The groundbreaking discovery could open new doors for other researchers working with delicate materials such as cell membranes. (Nanowerk News) Imagine drawing on something as delicate as a living cell — without damaging it. Researchers at the University of Missouri have made this groundbreaking discovery using an...
Novel imaging technology eliminates need for costly ultrafast lasers
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Researchers visualize decision-making in nanomagnetic structures
May 20, 2025 New insights into nanomagnetic networks promise advances in energy-efficient computing. (Nanowerk News) As the world’s energy needs for computing and artificial intelligence continue to increase, developing alternative low-power solutions to traditional computing becomes crucial. Devices that reliably generate randomness, or stochasticity, are vital for many computing applications....
Quasiparticles discovered on the surface of semiconductor magnets
University of Würzburg. "Quasiparticles discovered on the surface of semiconductor magnets." Nanowerk, 20 May 2025, https://www.nanowerk.com/nanotechnology-news3/newsid=66851.php. University of Würzburg. (2025, May 20). Quasiparticles discovered on the surface of semiconductor magnets. Nanowerk. https://www.nanowerk.com/nanotechnology-news3/newsid=66851.php University of Würzburg, "Quasiparticles discovered on the surface of semiconductor magnets," Nanowerk, May 20, 2025, https://www.nanowerk.com/nanotechnology-news3/newsid=66851.php.
Nanomedicine for safe treatment of inflammation in pregnancy
Empa. "Nanomedicine for safe treatment of inflammation in pregnancy." Nanowerk, 20 May 2025, https://www.nanowerk.com/nanotechnology-news3/newsid=66850.php. Empa. (2025, May 20). Nanomedicine for safe treatment of inflammation in pregnancy. Nanowerk. https://www.nanowerk.com/nanotechnology-news3/newsid=66850.php Empa, "Nanomedicine for safe treatment of inflammation in pregnancy," Nanowerk, May 20, 2025, https://www.nanowerk.com/nanotechnology-news3/newsid=66850.php.
Scientific breakthrough brings CO2 ‘breathing’ batteries closer to reality
University of Surrey. "Scientific breakthrough brings CO2 'breathing' batteries closer to reality." Nanowerk, 20 May 2025, https://www.nanowerk.com/news2/green/newsid=66848.php. University of Surrey. (2025, May 20). Scientific breakthrough brings CO2 'breathing' batteries closer to reality. Nanowerk. https://www.nanowerk.com/news2/green/newsid=66848.php University of Surrey, "Scientific breakthrough brings CO2 'breathing' batteries closer to reality," Nanowerk, May 20, 2025,...
Clay can help make for tomorrow’s environmentally friendly quantum technologies
May 19, 2025 A naturally occurring clay material with sought-after properties can be used in quantum technology. (Nanowerk News) In the future, quantum technology will become the standard for extremely fast computers. These kinds of machines will be important in everything from space technology to mineral exploration and the development...
Can nano-encapsulation make pesticides safer for aquatic ecosystems?
TranSpread. "Can nano-encapsulation make pesticides safer for aquatic ecosystems?." Nanowerk, 19 May 2025, https://www.nanowerk.com/nanotechnology-news3/newsid=66838.php. TranSpread. (2025, May 19). Can nano-encapsulation make pesticides safer for aquatic ecosystems?. Nanowerk. https://www.nanowerk.com/nanotechnology-news3/newsid=66838.php TranSpread, "Can nano-encapsulation make pesticides safer for aquatic ecosystems?," Nanowerk, May 19, 2025, https://www.nanowerk.com/nanotechnology-news3/newsid=66838.php.
Researchers capture brain activity with imager that is smaller than an eyelash
Optica. "Researchers capture brain activity with imager that is smaller than an eyelash." Nanowerk, 19 May 2025, https://www.nanowerk.com/nanotechnology-news3/newsid=66843.php. Optica. (2025, May 19). Researchers capture brain activity with imager that is smaller than an eyelash. Nanowerk. https://www.nanowerk.com/nanotechnology-news3/newsid=66843.php Optica, "Researchers capture brain activity with imager that is smaller than an eyelash," Nanowerk,...