Nanotechnology News from Nanowerk 2022-08-18

Researchers have developed a new class of biomaterial inks that mimic native characteristics of highly conductive human tissue.

By simulating a liquid confined by a nanoscale structure, researchers discovered the role molecular clogging plays in friction.

Open-source software enables researchers to see materials in 3D while they're still on the electron microscope.

Spiraling laser light reveals how topological insulators lose their ability to conduct electric current on their surfaces.

Swarms of microrobots injected into the human body could unblock internal medical devices and avoid the need for further surgery.

What if we could engineer living LEGO-like structures that can self-replicate and move around, and can be programmed to grow and self-assemble into any desired target shape?

The device senses and wirelessly transmits signals related to pulse, sweat, and ultraviolet exposure, without bulky chips or batteries.

Researchers demonstrate a novel self-assembled DNA crystal actuator, which has reversible, directional expansion and contraction for over 50 microns in response to versatile stimuli, including temperature, ionic strength, pH, and redox potential.

A rapid and simple method to form ordered arrays of gold nanoparticles with plasmonic properties.

Using sea salt as an eco-friendly moisture absorbent, this rechargeable fabric-like 'battery' provides higher electrical output than a conventional AA battery - potentially powering everyday electronics.

A new theory enables the simulation of complex pattern formation in biological systems across different spatial and temporal scales.