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Computer-simulated atomic motion answers real-world questions like “How do things break?”
Oppositely charged polymer chains can be “right-handed,” “left-handed,” or have no “handedness” at all, which controls whether a solid or liquid forms.
A family of single-phase materials was discovered with coexisting magnetic and electrical properties having potential for electronic applications.
Researchers use surface-sensitive signals to atomically resolve the structure of a rough surface.
New approach for connecting light-harvesting proteins enhances the current produced by a factor of four.
Novel technique accurately distinguishes rare material property linked to improving sensors and computers.
Internal storage compartments release droplets of “healing” liquid to repair damaged materials.
Pre-designed molecular building blocks provide atomic-level control of the width of graphene nanoribbons.
Major milestone in molecular electronics scored by Molecular Foundry and Columbia University team.
Scientists synthesized a theoretically-predicted material with unusual current-carrying properties that could open the door for next-generation electronics.
Simple human-made cellular analogues both sense and regulate in response to externally created stress.
Generating and moving small, stable magnetic islands at room temperature could be the ticket to more energy-efficient electronics.
