Nanosensor can alert a smartphone when plants are stressed Carbon nanotubes embedded in leaves detect chemical signals that are produced when a plant is damaged. April 15, 2020
Researchers achieve remote control of hormone release Using magnetic nanoparticles, scientists stimulate the adrenal gland in rodents to control release of hormones linked to stress. April 10, 2020
First sighting of mysterious Majorana fermion on a common metal Physicists’ discovery could lead to a new family of robust qubits for quantum computing. April 10, 2020
New “refrigerator” super-cools molecules to nanokelvin temperatures Technique may enable molecule-based quantum computing. April 8, 2020
Q&A: Markus Buehler on setting coronavirus and AI-inspired proteins to music Translated into sound, SARS-CoV-2 tricks our ear in the same way the virus tricks our cells. April 2, 2020
Technique reveals how crystals form on surfaces DNA-based self-assembling system sheds light on processes essential for semiconductors and nanotechnology. April 1, 2020
New sensors could offer early detection of lung tumors Study shows that a simple urine test can reveal the presence of lung cancer in mice. April 1, 2020
“Living drug factories” might treat diabetes and other diseases Chemical engineers have developed a way to protect transplanted drug-producing cells from immune system rejection. March 30, 2020
Engineers 3D print soft, rubbery brain implants Technique may enable speedy, on-demand design of softer, safer neural devices. March 30, 2020
