The technology could be used to develop more sophisticated nanomachines with reconfigurable parts

Novel discovery tool is a potential game changer in the development of new technologies

Personal patches sewn into clothes could reduce energy waste in buildings, Rutgers-led study says

Nanomaterials are utilized in an array of diverse applications from chemical production to medicine and light-emitting devices

Once in the territory of science fiction, "nanobots" are closer than ever to becoming a reality, with possible applications in medicine, manufacturing, robotics, and fluidics

Molecular/carbon nanotube network devices enable artificial spiking neurons that mimic nerve impulse generation

One of the most important parts of a painting is the canvas, which is usually made from cellulose-based fibers

Novel technology allows researchers to see dynamic reactions as they happen at the nanoscale

Hybrid perovskites hold promise to be more efficient in converting light into energy than traditional solar cell materials

The discovery promises to improve the understanding of useful yet unusual physical and chemical behaviors that arise in materials and structures at the nanoscale