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Accurate design of large icosahedral protein nanocages pushes bioengineering boundaries
Inspired by the forms and functions of protein molecule machines and materials observed in nature, such as the shells that protect virus...
Jul 22, 20163 min read


Little ANTs: researchers build the world’s tiniest engine
Researchers have built a nano-engine that could form the basis for future applications in nano-robotics, including robots small enough to...
May 4, 20163 min read


World’s smallest heat engine consists of one atom
An article in the latest edition of the journal Science describes an innovative form of heat engine that operates using only one single...
Apr 16, 20162 min read


Physicists prove energy input predicts molecular behavior
The world within a cell is a chaotic space, where the quantity and movement of molecules and proteins are in constant flux. Trying to...
Mar 21, 20164 min read


Nano-hinge – lubricated by light
Nanomachines could take over a variety of tasks in future. Some day they may be able to perform medical precision work in the human body...
Feb 24, 20164 min read
New Ways to Construct Contactless Magnetic Gears
The new milk frother you are using to prepare your cappuccino is likely using magnetic gears. Magnetic gears transmit rotary motion like...
Feb 18, 20163 min read
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