Improving Energy Efficiency of Protonic Ceramic Electrochemical Cells via Nano-Interlayers in ssalimpour

A transistor normally requires several fundamentally different materials—a semiconductor to carry current, an insulating dielectric to control it and metallic contacts through which current enters and leaves. Integrating ... 10/16/2026

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Finding particles of interest in an air pollution particulate matter sample can be harder than finding a needle in a haystack. It's a time-consuming process that requires scientists to manually locate and scan thousands of microscopic particles across a large sample area, often taking several days. 10/15/2026

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An experimental nanoparticle developed by Cedars-Sinai Health Sciences University investigators, which delivers cancer treatment directly to tumors in the brain, has been selected for evaluation by the Nanotechnology Characterization Laboratory (NCL). 10/15/2026

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Researchers developed a target-responsive tetrahedral DNA nanoprobe that switches on fluorescence when it detects tumor-associated nucleolin or microRNA-21. In cell and mouse experiments, the probe enabled tumor imaging and fluorescence-guided surgery, although its safety, accuracy, and clinical value still require further testing. 10/15/2026

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Nanocoating technology reduces interfacial resistance between electrode and electrolyte, maximizing efficiency in both hydrogen production and power generation 10/15/2026

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Using an advanced new mathematical model, a pair of physicists in Belgium has revealed the origins of an unusual, direction-dependent effect found in water confined to a narrow gap between two plates. Through research published ... 10/15/2026

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Blood clots that develop after spinal surgery can lead to serious complications. When blood accumulates around the spinal cord, it may increase pressure on surrounding nerves, potentially causing severe pain, muscle weakness ... 10/15/2026

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Researchers used spatiotemporal terahertz emission nanoscopy to map the electromagnetic signatures of ultrafast spin-driven charge currents in a fiber-coupled spintronic terahertz emitter with femtosecond temporal resolution and nanoscale spatial sensitivity. The study shows how localized in-plane currents produce detectable out-of-plane electric fields, clarifying how near-field terahertz measurements can probe ultrafast spin-to-charge transport. 10/14/2026

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Silicon carbide (SiC) is a ceramic known for its excellent heat resistance and chemical stability, which makes it attractive for a wide range of applications like electronics, catalysts and energy-related materials. However, ... 10/14/2026

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MIT engineers have developed a new way to program natural killer (NK) immune cells to target cancerous T cells or T cells that have become autoreactive, leading to diseases such as lymphoma and autoimmune hepatitis. 10/13/2026

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Nanotechnology could help crops withstand drought through nanoparticles, nanobubble irrigation, water-retaining hydrogels, and nanosensors, but challenges remain. 10/08/2026

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High-speed nanoindentation and EBSD techniques are employed to analyze self-annealed electroplated Cu, highlighting spatial variations in mechanical properties. 10/06/2026

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Researchers are exploring whether engineered nanocarriers can improve delivery of drugs, genes, and RNA-based therapies to specific lung cells while reducing unwanted effects elsewhere in the body. 09/29/2026

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Developing stretchable displays integrates quantum dot engineering and novel printing methods, addressing key challenges in performance and durability. 09/25/2026

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Silica aerogel is widely recognized for its exceptionally low thermal conductivity; however, its inherent fragility and high porosity limit direct... 09/17/2026

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NanoLabSizer revolutionizes nanoparticle sizing with SR-DLS, enabling fast, non-destructive measurements directly in closed containers without sample prep. 09/17/2026

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