Jul 10, 2025 Researchers show that twisting stacked atomic layers can unlock new quantum properties, offering a fresh strategy to engineer advanced quantum materials. (Nanowerk News) A global collaboration led in part by physicists affiliated with Donostia International Physics Center (DIPC) introduces a new framework for engineering exotic quantum matter...
Making excitons on demand in single molecules
RIKEN. "Making excitons on demand in single molecules." Nanowerk, 10 July 2025, https://www.nanowerk.com/nanotechnology-news3/newsid=67189.php. RIKEN. (2025, July 10). Making excitons on demand in single molecules. Nanowerk. https://www.nanowerk.com/nanotechnology-news3/newsid=67189.php RIKEN, "Making excitons on demand in single molecules," Nanowerk, July 10, 2025, https://www.nanowerk.com/nanotechnology-news3/newsid=67189.php.
Bioinspired nanocomposite membrane supports bone healing and resists infection
Jul 10, 2025 A new nanocomposite membrane uses layered fiber design to combine strength, flexibility, and antibacterial function for improved bone regeneration. (Nanowerk Spotlight) Surgeons treating large bone defects—whether after tumor removal, traumatic injury, or severe infection—face a material problem with few good options. After clearing the damaged area, the...
Tunable laser light from a single chip
Jul 10, 2025 A new ring-based tunable laser on a chip emits multiple wavelengths smoothly, offering a compact, cost-effective alternative for sensing, diagnostics, and more. (Nanowerk News) Researchers in the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) and Technical University of Vienna (TU Wien) have invented...
New nanosheet material enables high-density heat storage below 100 C via water adsorption
Tohoku University. "New nanosheet material enables high-density heat storage below 100°C via water adsorption." Nanowerk, 10 July 2025, https://www.nanowerk.com/nanotechnology-news3/newsid=67191.php. Tohoku University. (2025, July 10). New nanosheet material enables high-density heat storage below 100°C via water adsorption. Nanowerk. https://www.nanowerk.com/nanotechnology-news3/newsid=67191.php Tohoku University, "New nanosheet material enables high-density heat storage below 100°C via...
Millions of years of galaxy evolution simulated in mere months with the help of AI (w/video)
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Need a new 3D material? Build it with DNA
Jul 09, 2025 A new approach breaks down complicated designs into modular building blocks for easy assembly from the bottom up. (Nanowerk News) When the Empire State Building was constructed, its 102 stories rose above midtown one piece at a time, with each individual element combining to become, for 40...
AI used to create protein that kills E. coli
Monash University. "AI used to create protein that kills E. coli." Nanowerk, 9 July 2025, https://www.nanowerk.com/news2/biotech/newsid=67177.php. Monash University. (2025, July 9). AI used to create protein that kills E. coli. Nanowerk. https://www.nanowerk.com/news2/biotech/newsid=67177.php Monash University, "AI used to create protein that kills E. coli," Nanowerk, July 9, 2025, https://www.nanowerk.com/news2/biotech/newsid=67177.php.
Novel nanostructures in blue sharks reveal their remarkable potential for dynamic colour-change
Jul 09, 2025 New research into the anatomy of blue sharks reveals a unique nanostructure in their skin that produces their iconic blue colouration, but intriguingly, also suggests a potential capacity for colour change. (Nanowerk News) New research into the anatomy of blue sharks (Prionace glauca) reveals a unique nanostructure...
Mysterious ‘Dark Dwarfs’ may be hiding at the heart of the Milky Way
Durham University. "Mysterious 'Dark Dwarfs' may be hiding at the heart of the Milky Way." Nanowerk, 9 July 2025, https://www.nanowerk.com/news2/space/newsid=67180.php. Durham University. (2025, July 9). Mysterious 'Dark Dwarfs' may be hiding at the heart of the Milky Way. Nanowerk. https://www.nanowerk.com/news2/space/newsid=67180.php Durham University, "Mysterious 'Dark Dwarfs' may be hiding at the...