The dynamic duo: 'Weaving' hierarchical DNA materials with two classes of biomolecular nanomachines in ssalimpour

Biomolecular nanomachines, such as enzymes and molecular motors, are the workhorses behind the synthesis and organization of complex materials in life. Powered by chemical energy, they build, transport and organize biomolecules, ... 08/23/2026

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Quantum dots are semiconductor crystals only a few nanometers in size. Their ability to produce bright, precisely tunable colors has made them promising materials for light-emitting diodes, displays, solar cells and other ... 08/21/2026

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Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) is one of the most aggressive and treatment-resistant subtypes of breast cancer, accounting for 15% to 20% of all cases. Unlike other breast cancers, TNBC lacks targetable receptors, leaving ... 08/21/2026

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AR and VR glasses once seen only in science fiction may soon be realized not as bulky stacks of lenses but as a single eyeglass-like optical element. That future is now closer to reality. 08/21/2026

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Researchers developed atomically thin amorphous carbon films that combine an ultralow dielectric constant with high dielectric strength, mechanical hardness, and resistance to copper-ion diffusion. The films retain their dielectric properties down to 0.8 nm and can be grown conformally below 300 °C, highlighting their potential for highly scaled semiconductor technologies. 08/20/2026

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Microspectrophotometry combines microscopy and UV-visible-NIR spectrophotometry for precise analysis of microscopic samples, enhancing quantitative measurement. 08/19/2026

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PI (Physik Instrumente), a global leader in precision motion control and nanopositioning technology, offers the P-733 XYZ piezo nanopositioning stage, delivering 0.1 nm (1 Å) positioning resolution for demanding applications in super-resolution microscopy, atomic force microscopy (AFM), surface nanometrology, and advanced imaging. 08/19/2026

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Researchers developed a potentially scalable metallurgical route that converts crystalline boron into dispersible, amorphous B/O-rich two-dimensional nanosheets through lithium alloying, chemical delithiation, and exfoliation. The nanosheets were incorporated into solution-processed SiC composite coatings with high solar absorptance, highlighting their potential for energy and photonic applications. 08/18/2026

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Researchers developed an edge-supported nano-thick epidermal electronics platform that combines an approximately 500 nm sensing region with a reinforced 5 µm scaffold for easier handling, release, and reuse. The design enabled water-assisted release and highly conformal skin sensing, with low-impedance sEMG electrodes, a 0.48 ms temperature sensor, and a pressure sensor reaching 62.9 kPa?¹ sensitivity in its most sensitive range. 08/18/2026

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PILine® positioning systems utilize ultrasonic piezo motors for unmatched precision and speed, essential for advanced scientific and medical applications. 08/14/2026

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Precision alignment systems like the PINovAlign42 are crucial for photonic integrated circuit testing, ensuring sub-micron accuracy in dynamic environments. 08/13/2026

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FMPA technology enables parallel alignment in photonics, optimizing multiple processes simultaneously for increased efficiency and cost-effectiveness. 08/13/2026

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The skin serves as a primary barrier against external threats, and inadequate wound management can delay healing and promote the transition of acute... 08/06/2026

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An attempt has been made to develop fish gelatin-based nanofiber with 30% gelatin in acetic acid via electrospinning. And to functionalize the... 07/31/2026

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Polyethylene oxide (PEO) chitosan (CS) nanofiber membranes are promising for air filtration due to their biodegradability and antibacterial... 07/30/2026

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The growing demand for sensitive, rapid, and reliable analytical techniques for human health and environmental monitoring has driven the development... 07/26/2026

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