Nanotechnology is the study, design, and manipulation of materials on a nanoscale, where one nanometer is one billionth of a meter. Our Nanotechnology category provides the latest news, research, and discoveries in this cutting-edge field, including the development of nanomaterials, nanodevices, and nanosystems. Discover the latest insights into the applications of nanotechnology in fields such as medicine, energy, electronics, and materials science. From the creation of nanomachines and nanosensors to the study of the behavior of nanoparticles, our coverage of nanotechnology provides a comprehensive look at the latest developments in this rapidly evolving field. Whether you’re a scientist, engineer, or just interested in staying informed about the latest advancements in nanotechnology, our Nanotechnology category has everything you need to stay up-to-date and inspired.
New approach for addressing quantum dots gives prospects to scale the number of qubits in quantum systems and represents a breakthrough for quantum computing. Researchers…
The Los Alamos National Laboratory introduced a corrosion-resistant fuel cell design featuring a coaxial nanowire electrode. This innovative approach holds promise for heavy-duty trucking, showing…
New approach is a step toward using single photons in quantum communication and information processing. Researchers at the Los Alamos National Laboratory have developed a…
Researchers have discovered that graphene naturally allows proton transport, especially around its nanoscale wrinkles. This finding could revolutionize the hydrogen economy by offering sustainable alternatives…
Researchers uncover graphene’s intrinsic proton permeability, offering a potential boost to the hydrogen economy and green hydrogen production. Researchers from The University of Manchester and…
Researchers have developed “smart rust,” iron oxide nanoparticles that clean water by attracting pollutants such as oil, nano- and microplastics, glyphosate, and even estrogen hormones….
UC San Diego’s Q-MEEN-C is developing brain-like computers through mimicking neurons and synapses in quantum materials. Recent discoveries in non-local interactions represent a critical step…
The iconic movie Alien once claimed: “In space, no one can hear you scream.” However, physicists Zhuoran Geng and Ilari Maasilta from the Nanoscience Center…
Cutting-edge ultrafast imaging techniques have revealed ultrafast mechanical motion tied to a change in magnetic state in a layered material. This intriguing magnetic effect could…
Nanocrystals, despite their ability to be color-tuned and their utility in diverse technologies, have been restricted in their usage due to the need for distinct…
A German-Chinese research team has successfully created a quantum superposition state in a semiconductor nanostructure, marking a significant breakthrough for quantum computing. Achieved through the…
A University of Virginia professor believes he has discovered how to create a freeze-ray device, inspired by the Batman villain, Mr. Freeze. Rather than being…
New breakthrough in material design will help football players, car occupants, and hospital patients. A significant breakthrough in the field of protective gear has been…
Proteins that encapsulate viruses can be molded into defined shapes using DNA and RNA origami nanostructures. Bioengineers have discovered a method to customize the size…
The concept of a refrigerator that automatically handles your grocery shopping and alerts you to expired food may seem like an exhilarating glimpse into the…
Waveguiding scheme enables highly confined subnanometer optical fields. Researchers have pioneered a novel method for confining light to subnanometer scales. This development offers promising potential…
Researchers have developed an advanced dielectric capacitor using nanosheet technology, providing unprecedented energy storage density and stability. This breakthrough could significantly enhance renewable energy usage…