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New Design Rule Enables the Synthesis of Peptoid Nanosheets

A new 'design rule' that faciliates the synthesis of synthetic protein analogues, called peptide nanosheets, has been discovered. The peptide nanosheets display a flatness that is not observed in nature. It is hoped that exploitation of this new rule will lead to the synthesis of novel biomimetic structures.

14 Oct 2015

Platinum-Copper Single Atom Alloy Nanoparticles to Cleanly and Cheaply Perform Key Chemical Reactions

A team of researchers from Tufts University has discovered that an advanced type of platinum-copper catalyst needs only a limited concentration of platinum, in the form of individual atoms, to execute vital chemical reactions in a cost-effective and clean manner.

13 Oct 2015

Morgan Advanced Materials Partners with University of Manchester to Conduct Graphene Experiment

The first official experiment has taken place in a novel collaboration between industry and academia in the production of graphene – a one-atom thick carbon allotrope with a multitude of potential applications.

From Morgan Advanced Materials 9 Oct 2015

Researchers Successfully Grow Vertical Organic Semiconductor Crystals

A method of growing semi-conducting crystals vertically has been developed. It is hoped that this method will increase both the power and efficiency of organic semiconductors. The new method could also be used in the production of more energy efficient solar panels.

6 Oct 2015

Multi-Scale Computational Framework for Design of Nanocellulose Materials

Nanocellulose composites have been promised as the next supermaterial, though recent efforts to produce the material have been disappointing. An innovative, multi-scale computational test has been created which allows a "materials-by-design" approach in the development of nanocomposites with optimised properties.

6 Oct 2015

Berkeley Lab Team Creates 2D Atomically Thin Perovskite Hybrid Nanostructures from Ionic Materials

Atomically thin 2D sheets of conducting perovskite hybrids have been produced in solution. The crystals have conducting properties that make them a contender as a replacement for silicon.

29 Sep 2015

New Binder Jet Powders Enable 3D Printing of Components with Increased Wear Resistance

NanoSteel®, a pioneering company in nano-structured materials design, has introduced powders for the binder jet 3D printing process and its first commercial use in additive manufacturing.

25 Sep 2015

Successful Flight of UAV Part-Constructed with Graphene

A pioneering collaboration between two North West universities has resulted in a successful world-first aeronautic flight test.

25 Sep 2015

Research Highlights of September 2015 Issue of the University of Electro-Communications e-Bulletin

Research highlights of the September 2015 issue of the University of Electro-Communications e-Bulletin include: innovative organolead halide perovskite solar cells solar cells with conversion efficiencies over 20%; quantum dot solar cells; analysis of apparently smooth movements that may help to understand jerky motor motion; and Professor Takayoshi Kobayashi’s pioneering research on ultrashort pulse lasers, ultrafast spectroscopy, and quantum information.

25 Sep 2015

Vertically Aligned Carbon Nanotubes Effectively Trap and Store Greenhouse Gases

A team of scientists from the Technische Universität Darmstadt in Germany and the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur are exploring ways of using vertically aligned carbon nanotubes (VACNTs) for capturing and storing specific green house gases.

24 Sep 2015

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

In recent years, the IoT is rapidly being introduced into almost all sectors, but it has particular importance in the EV industry.

Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology News

New Design Rule Enables the Synthesis of Peptoid Nanosheets

Platinum-Copper Single Atom Alloy Nanoparticles to Cleanly and Cheaply Perform Key Chemical Reactions

Morgan Advanced Materials Partners with University of Manchester to Conduct Graphene Experiment

Researchers Successfully Grow Vertical Organic Semiconductor Crystals

Multi-Scale Computational Framework for Design of Nanocellulose Materials

Berkeley Lab Team Creates 2D Atomically Thin Perovskite Hybrid Nanostructures from Ionic Materials

New Binder Jet Powders Enable 3D Printing of Components with Increased Wear Resistance

Successful Flight of UAV Part-Constructed with Graphene

Research Highlights of September 2015 Issue of the University of Electro-Communications e-Bulletin

Vertically Aligned Carbon Nanotubes Effectively Trap and Store Greenhouse Gases

How do CT Instruments Help with Battery Analysis?

How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

Advancing Battery Science: PerkinElmer’s Role in Improving Chemistries and Recycling Efficiency

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Nano-Observer II: AFM for Nanoscale Imaging

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Analysis of Nitrogen Solubility in Soy Protein Using FT-NIR Spectroscopy

Quantifying Hydrogen Spin Isomers with Raman Spectroscopy

Revealing the Strength of Functionally Gradient Alloys Through Multiscale Characterization

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology News

How do CT Instruments Help with Battery Analysis?

How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

Advancing Battery Science: PerkinElmer’s Role in Improving Chemistries and Recycling Efficiency

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2New Catalyst Revolutionizes Hydrogen Peroxide Production

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6A Bio-Inspired Catalyst for Efficient Chemical Reactions

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