4th International Conference nanoFIS 2020 – Integrated Functional nanoSystems

We have the pleasure to invite you to the 4th International Conference nanoFIS 2020 – Integrated Functional nanoSystems! The nanoFIS 2020 conference focuses on essential capabilities required for the development of future Smart Systems that are core enablers for the digital transformation worldwide. The topics of nanoFIS 2020 comprise novel technologies, components and devices enabled Read more about 4th International Conference nanoFIS 2020 – Integrated Functional nanoSystems[…]

Newspapers provide a green, economical way to produce carbon nanotubes

A research collaboration between Rice University and the Energy Safety Research Institute (ESRI) at Swansea University has found that old newspapers can be used as a low cost, eco-friendly material on which to grow single walled carbon nanotubes on a large scale. Carbon nanotubes are tiny molecules with incredible physical properties that can be used Read more about Newspapers provide a green, economical way to produce carbon nanotubes[…]

Future of nanomaterials for energy storage

The challenge of building an energy future that preserves and improves the planet is a massive undertaking. But it all hinges on the charged particles moving through invisibly small materials. Scientists and politicians have recognized the need for an urgent and substantial shift in the world’s mechanisms of energy production and consumption in order to Read more about Future of nanomaterials for energy storage[…]

The strongest silver ever beat the world record

A team of scientists has made the strongest silver ever–42 percent stronger than the previous world record. But that’s not the important point. “We’ve discovered a new mechanism at work at the nanoscale that allows us to make metals that are much stronger than anything ever made before–while not losing any electrical conductivity,” says Frederic Read more about The strongest silver ever beat the world record[…]

New formula to recreate different sensations of softness for haptic interfaces

What factors affect how human touch perceives softness, like the feel of pressing your fingertip against a marshmallow, a piece of clay or a rubber ball? By exploring this question in detail, a team of engineers and psychologists at the University of California San Diego discovered clever tricks to design materials that replicate different levels Read more about New formula to recreate different sensations of softness for haptic interfaces[…]

Anti-fingerprint surfaces with nanocoating

Not only are greasy fingerprints on shiny stainless steel surfaces unattractive, they also attack the surface in question. A new nanocoating being developed by Fraunhofer researchers will in the future prevent the annoying smudges that result from fingers touching stainless steel surfaces. The key to their approach: special nanoparticles added to the coating. The shiny Read more about Anti-fingerprint surfaces with nanocoating[…]

A new nanomaterial increase extra efficiency of solar cells

A new nanomaterial made from phosphorus, known as phosphorene, is shaping up as a key ingredient for more sustainable and efficient next-generation perovskite solar cells (PSCs). PSCs which are one of the fastest developing new solar technologies and can achieve efficiencies comparable to more commonly used commercially available silicon solar cells. For the first time, Read more about A new nanomaterial increase extra efficiency of solar cells[…]

Using ferroelectricity instead of magnetism in computer memory saves energy

Nanosized ferroelectrics become a reality If ferroelectric bits were nanosized, this would also save space. But conventional wisdom dictates that ferroelectric properties disappear when the bits are made smaller. Reports that hafnium oxide can be used to make a nanoscale ferroelectric have not yet convinced the field. University of Groningen (UG) physicists have now gathered Read more about Using ferroelectricity instead of magnetism in computer memory saves energy[…]

Joining process with reactive nano-multilayers

Reactive nano-multilayers are considered to be a revolution in joining technology. They are envisaged for joining heat-sensitive materials that would otherwise be damaged or even destroyed upon conventional soldering. But soldering with reactive foils proves to be tricky due to the volatile nature of the reactive foils. Empa researchers have now succeeded in refining the Read more about Joining process with reactive nano-multilayers[…]

Graphene flakes for future transistors

Tiny and very promising for possible applications in the field of nanoelectronics: they are the graphene nanoflakes studied by a SISSA’s team and protagonists of a study recently published in the Nano Letters journal. These hexagonal shaped nanostructures would allow to exploit quantum effects to modulate the current flow. Thanks to their intrinsic magnetic properties, Read more about Graphene flakes for future transistors[…]

Scientists Use Nanotechnology to Detect Molecular Biomarker for Osteoarthritis

For the first time, scientists at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center have been able to measure a specific molecule indicative of osteoarthritis and a number of other inflammatory diseases using a newly developed technology. This preclinical study used a solid-state nanopore sensor as a tool for the analysis of hyaluronic acid (HA). HA is a naturally occurring Read more about Scientists Use Nanotechnology to Detect Molecular Biomarker for Osteoarthritis[…]

Self-powered electronics from your body

Your gadget’s next power supply? Your body Searching for a power outlet may soon become a thing of the past. Instead, devices will receive electricity from a small metallic tab that, when attached to the body, is capable of generating electricity from bending a finger and other simple movements. That’s the idea behind a collaborative Read more about Self-powered electronics from your body[…]