Nov 14, 2025 Scientists have achieved a new level of control over the atomic structure of a family of materials known as halide perovskites, creating a finely tuned 'energy sandwich' that could transform how solar cells, LEDs and lasers are made. (Nanowerk News) Due to their remarkable ability to absorb...
Plasma sparks a new way for carbon conversion
Nov 14, 2025 A water-based plasma method creates stable multimetal nanoparticles with a protective shell that improves light driven carbon dioxide conversion, offering a practical path to efficient carbon transformation. (Nanowerk Spotlight) Efforts to convert carbon dioxide into useful chemicals often run into the same core limitations. The molecule is...
Researchers identify groovy way to beat diffraction limit
Nov 14, 2025 Researchers built a silver-grooved chip that channels laser energy into nanometer-spaced peaks, beating the diffraction limit and aiding light-matter studies. (Nanowerk News) Physics is full of pesky limits. There are speed limits, like the speed of light. There are limits on how much matter and energy can...
Graphene solar sensors pave the way for self-powered, battery-free devices
Nov 13, 2025 Researchers created the first ultra-low power temperature sensor using graphene solar cells, a step toward long-lasting, self-powered devices for the Internet of Things. (Nanowerk News) Researchers at the University of Arkansas and the University of Michigan have reported the first use of ultra-low power temperature sensors using...
A five-layer graphene structure unlocks a rare electronic state
Nov 13, 2025 A layered form of graphene shows a rare semimetal state with balanced electrons and holes that becomes a topological insulator when exposed to moderate magnetic fields. (Nanowerk Spotlight) Semimetals attract attention because they occupy a narrow space between metal and insulator. In a metal, electrons move freely....
Artificial spider silk pulls water from air and generates clean electricity
Nov 13, 2025 Biobased artificial spider silk captures moisture and generates triboelectric power using simple water-based processing, offering an efficient and sustainable approach for water harvesting and low power energy needs. (Nanowerk Spotlight) Atmospheric humidity is one of the most widespread sources of untapped water. Many regions experience regular fog...
Ultrafast light-driven electron slide
University of Rostock. "Ultrafast light-driven electron slide." Nanowerk, 13 November 2025, https://www.nanowerk.com/nanotechnology-news3/newsid=68093.php. University of Rostock. (2025, November 13). Ultrafast light-driven electron slide. Nanowerk. https://www.nanowerk.com/nanotechnology-news3/newsid=68093.php University of Rostock, "Ultrafast light-driven electron slide," Nanowerk, November 13, 2025, https://www.nanowerk.com/nanotechnology-news3/newsid=68093.php.
Novel ‘ink’ for light-based 3D printing
University of Heidelberg. "Novel 'ink' for light-based 3D printing." Nanowerk, 13 November 2025, https://www.nanowerk.com/news2/gadget/newsid=68094.php. University of Heidelberg. (2025, November 13). Novel 'ink' for light-based 3D printing. Nanowerk. https://www.nanowerk.com/news2/gadget/newsid=68094.php University of Heidelberg, "Novel 'ink' for light-based 3D printing," Nanowerk, November 13, 2025, https://www.nanowerk.com/news2/gadget/newsid=68094.php.
Our solar system is moving faster than expected
University of Bielefeld. "Our solar system is moving faster than expected." Nanowerk, 13 November 2025, https://www.nanowerk.com/news2/space/newsid=68092.php. University of Bielefeld. (2025, November 13). Our solar system is moving faster than expected. Nanowerk. https://www.nanowerk.com/news2/space/newsid=68092.php University of Bielefeld, "Our solar system is moving faster than expected," Nanowerk, November 13, 2025, https://www.nanowerk.com/news2/space/newsid=68092.php.
Nanofiber air filter turns building vents into carbon-capture devices
Nov 13, 2025 With a newly developed nanofiber filter, air conditioners, heaters and other ventilation systems could remove airborne carbon dioxide while cutting energy costs. (Nanowerk News) A nanofiber air filter developed by the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering (UChicago PME) could turn existing building ventilation into...