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Nature-Inspired Nanotubes That Assemble Themselves, With Precision
When it comes to the various nanowidgets scientists are developing, nanotubes are especially intriguing. That’s because hollow tubes that...
Mar 29, 20163 min read


Nanocrystal self-assembly sheds its secrets
The secret to a long-hidden magic trick behind the self-assembly of nanocrystal structures is starting to be revealed. The transformation...
Mar 25, 20163 min read


Textiles that clean themselves with light
Researchers have developed a cheap and efficient new way to grow special nanostructures – which can degrade organic matter when exposed...
Mar 23, 20162 min read


New ORNL method could unleash solar power potential
Measurement and data analysis techniques developed at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory could provide new insight...
Mar 16, 20162 min read


Supermaterials build by Fractal nanostructures
These fractal nanostructures might one day be used in structural engineering supermaterials, featuring outrageous mechanical strength....
Feb 18, 20161 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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