Physicists show that the shape of components is a major determinant of how quickly and efficiently complex structures self-assemble.

Researchers have explored a fascinating quantum ability which lacks a classical explanation: the capacity to detect objects without traditional physical interaction.

Scientists have developed a novel laser-guided self-assembly technique to fabricate 3D micro-rolls with high precision, offering potential breakthroughs in electronics, photonics and biomedicine.

Researchers have succeeded in 3D printing cellulose-based aerogels into complex shapes that could one day serve as precision insulation in microelectronics or as personalized medical implants.

Researchers develop metafluid with programmable response.

Researchers gave microrobot swarms adaptive time delay, allowing each bot to adapt to local changes, significantly increasing responsivity without compromising robustness.

Researchers develop a new catalyst using high entropy alloy nanoparticles of five platinum group metals for growing high-density carbon nanotubes.

Study shows neutrons can bind to nanoscale atomic clusters known as quantum dots. The finding may provide insights into material properties and quantum effects.

New 2D Gd-based MOF excels in multifunctional devices, magnetic refrigeration, functions at low temps, and is exfoliable like graphene.

One of the most fundamental interactions in physics is that of electrons and light. In an experiment, scientists have now managed to observe what is known as the Kapitza-Dirac effect for the first time in full temporal resolution.

Groundbreaking demonstration of COVID-19 immunization in mice and primates using 'Naked-mRNA'.

Novel data storage approach using atomic-scale defects in silicon carbide could enable high-density data archiving for over a million years, far surpassing current methods.

Researchers have created guidelines for the design of intercalated materials, which will accelerate research on energy storage, electronics, and more.

The discovery of what scientists are calling a dual quantum spin Hall insulator can serve as a promising platform for exploring exotic quantum phases and electromagnetism.

A miniaturized device integrates the power of droplet microfluidics with multiparameter cell detection, opening new avenues for biomedical research and diagnostics.

Researchers demonstrate a novel tunable dielectric metasurface for liquid crystals, eliminating alignment layers and reducing manufacturing time and costs.

Researchers developed a kind of all-in-one adhesive electrode that solves one of the major issues facing advancing flexible 2D supercapacitors - making the components work synergistically.

Discover how scientists use living organisms for sustainable materials like self-healing concrete and eco-friendly plastics, paving the way for green manufacturing.

Researchers report the successful creation of a levitated nanomechanical oscillator with an ultra-high quality factor, significantly surpassing previous experimental achievements.

A new scanning electromagnetic induction quenching method enables the efficient production of high-quality, large-sized graphene glass in open air, paving the way for industrial applications.