Jul 18, 2025 With a novel approach to X-ray spectroscopy, researchers are now able to capture detailed, ultrafast snapshots of electron interactions. (Nanowerk News) In a leap forward for atomic-scale imaging, researchers have introduced a novel X-ray technique that could transform our understanding of electron motion at the microscopic level....
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Unexpected quantum echo discovered in superconductors
Ames National Laboratory. "Unexpected quantum echo discovered in superconductors." Nanowerk, 17 July 2025, https://www.nanowerk.com/nanotechnology-news3/newsid=67223.php. Ames National Laboratory. (2025, July 17). Unexpected quantum echo discovered in superconductors. Nanowerk. https://www.nanowerk.com/nanotechnology-news3/newsid=67223.php Ames National Laboratory, "Unexpected quantum echo discovered in superconductors," Nanowerk, July 17, 2025, https://www.nanowerk.com/nanotechnology-news3/newsid=67223.php.
Scientists use light to detect hidden magnetic signals in everyday metals
Jul 17, 2025 Researchers have discovered a light-based method to reveal faint magnetic signals in metals like copper and gold, opening new possibilities for electronics and quantum tech. (Nanowerk News) A team of scientists has developed a powerful new way to detect subtle magnetic signals in common metals like copper,...
Smart textile uses nanogenerators for energy harvesting and year-round thermal control
Jul 17, 2025 Researchers developed a textile that uses motion energy and phase change materials to power electronics while adapting to heat and cold without batteries. (Nanowerk Spotlight) As wearable technology becomes more embedded in health care, environmental monitoring, and personal electronics, its core limitations remain unsolved. Most systems still...
New tool gives anyone the ability to train a robot (w/ video)
Jul 17, 2025 Engineers designed a versatile interface that allows users to teach robots new skills in intuitive ways. (Nanowerk News) Teaching a robot new skills used to require coding expertise. But a new generation of robots could potentially learn from just about anyone. Engineers are designing robotic helpers that...
Robots that grow by consuming other robots (w/video)
Columbia University. "Robots that grow by consuming other robots." Nanowerk, 17 July 2025, https://www.nanowerk.com/news2/robotics/newsid=67228.php. Columbia University. (2025, July 17). Robots that grow by consuming other robots. Nanowerk. https://www.nanowerk.com/news2/robotics/newsid=67228.php Columbia University, "Robots that grow by consuming other robots," Nanowerk, July 17, 2025, https://www.nanowerk.com/news2/robotics/newsid=67228.php.
Shapeshifting liquid crystal can form emulsions, then change back
Cornell University. "Shapeshifting liquid crystal can form emulsions, then change back." Nanowerk, 17 July 2025, https://www.nanowerk.com/nanotechnology-news3/newsid=67229.php. Cornell University. (2025, July 17). Shapeshifting liquid crystal can form emulsions, then change back. Nanowerk. https://www.nanowerk.com/nanotechnology-news3/newsid=67229.php Cornell University, "Shapeshifting liquid crystal can form emulsions, then change back," Nanowerk, July 17, 2025, https://www.nanowerk.com/nanotechnology-news3/newsid=67229.php.
DNA nanostructures create novel interference patterns with tunable properties
Jul 17, 2025 Researchers use DNA nanotechnology to build layered lattice structures that produce new interference patterns with unique physical properties and nanoscale control. (Nanowerk News) Researchers are creating new moiré materials at the nanometer scale using advanced DNA nanotechnology: DNA moiré superlattices form when two periodic DNA lattices are...
AI and light-powered nanothermometer maps heat inside living tissue
Ca' Foscari University of Venice. "AI and light-powered nanothermometer maps heat inside living tissue." Nanowerk, 16 July 2025, https://www.nanowerk.com/nanotechnology-news3/newsid=67217.php. Ca' Foscari University of Venice. (2025, July 16). AI and light-powered nanothermometer maps heat inside living tissue. Nanowerk. https://www.nanowerk.com/nanotechnology-news3/newsid=67217.php Ca' Foscari University of Venice, "AI and light-powered nanothermometer maps heat inside...
The most massive black hole merger ever observed through gravitational waves
University of Birmingham. "The most massive black hole merger ever observed through gravitational waves." Nanowerk, 16 July 2025, https://www.nanowerk.com/news2/space/newsid=67218.php. University of Birmingham. (2025, July 16). The most massive black hole merger ever observed through gravitational waves. Nanowerk. https://www.nanowerk.com/news2/space/newsid=67218.php University of Birmingham, "The most massive black hole merger ever observed through...