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Oppositely charged polymer chains can be “right-handed,” “left-handed,” or have no “handedness” at all, which controls whether a solid or liquid forms.
Researchers use surface-sensitive signals to atomically resolve the structure of a rough surface.
A family of single-phase materials was discovered with coexisting magnetic and electrical properties having potential for electronic applications.
New approach for connecting light-harvesting proteins enhances the current produced by a factor of four.
Researchers harvest long-lived isotopes that are difficult or impossible to acquire otherwise.
First mixed matter/anti-matter probe aims to solve decade-old proton puzzle.
Novel experiments measure unusual thermonuclear fusion of hydrogen with a rare oxygen isotope.
Tiny “match-head” wires act as built-in light concentrators, enhancing solar cell efficiency.
For the first time, electron tomography reveals the 3D coordinates of individual atoms and defects in a material.
Study reveals surprising non-uniformity in vanadium dioxide that could one day enable more energy-efficient technologies.
Major milestone in molecular electronics scored by Molecular Foundry and Columbia University team.
Simple human-made cellular analogues both sense and regulate in response to externally created stress.
