Using scanning electron microscopy, researchers investigate the growth of defects, such as these Li plates, which can lead to battery failure.

Understanding these mechanisms will help solve challenges in next gen batteries and energy storage 🔋

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Shira Joudan (Shira Joudan University of Alberta) studies how reactions affect organic contaminants, like PFAS.

In this interview, she shares insights into her research, setting up at a new university, and the value of building a supportive community.

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This new microfluidic device was developed to manipulate droplets.

The new design overcomes typical platform restrictions, simultaneous tagging and sequencing thousands of single cells in one experiment 🌀😎

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By simply adjusting the length of the side alkyl chains of polymers, researchers present a strategy to enhance the non-volatile properties of synaptic devices, a promising approach for making neuromorphic devices.

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Studying primary human breast cancer, researchers show that tumor-associated endothelial cells take up nanoparticles at a much higher rate than normal endothelial cells.

This finding suggests a way to improve cancer nanomedicine delivery.

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These tough and stretchable polymeric conductive hydrogels (designed for use in wearable sensors) quickly recover their initial state after being punctured by a pipette tip.

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How many psuedomonas can fit on the head of a micropillar?

Superhydrophobic surfaces were fabricated with a variety of microstructures to hinder bacterial attachment and lower the likelihood of contamination in hospital settings.

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Researchers created mechanochromic cholesteric liquid crystal elastomers that change color with mechanical deformation. This tech could have big implications for visual signaling.

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Chaotic pools of DNA could be the future of encryption, proving authenticity of artwork or securing passwords against quantum computers.

Robert Grass ETH Zurich

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Integrating molecular machines into materials is promising for soft robotics and reconfigurable biomaterials.

Here, light-driven molecular motors can be converted into initiators for controlled/living radical polymerization.

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An electronic sock detects an 'unhealthy' walking style linked with diabetes and poor circulation to prevent foot ulcers and amputation.

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Researchers look at how the thickness of the environment affects liver cancer cells in a lab setup.

They use tiny capsules to mimic different environments and find that thicker environments change how the cells grow and move.

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These👇are artificial magnetic cilia, hair-like structures that are responsive to magnetic fields.

Fabricated through a self-assembly process, they exhibit unique behaviors in rotating magnetic fields, aiding in the design of magnetic actuators.

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A laser built using quantum dots solves a 'three photon problem,' resulting in an advanced lasing device that could have important applications in medical imaging, diagnostics, and communication 💥

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This soft collaborative robot (Co-Bot) can 'learn' complex manipulations and reproduce them after initial human guidance. See it in action here 👉 ow.ly/rnWB50RnWF0

This video of blood vessels was generated by a combination of light-sheet microscopy and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).

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Swarf, the metal waste from machining, has a unique nanoscale texture that enhances electrolysis, potentially cutting down the need for rare metals in hydrogen production.

A game-changer for cleaner energy! Uni of Nottingham #WeAreUoN Nottingham Nanomaterials Group

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Elastomer-based flexible electronics are prone to heat and fire damage 🔥

A hydrogel encapsulation strategy, leveraging water's high heat dissipation, is shown here to boost the flame retardancy and thermal stability of these stretchable devices.

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A microgripper is a tiny robotic tool used to handle objects too small for human hands or regular tools

This magnetic microgripper has two pairs of arms that allow it to grasp, transport, and release particles of two different sizes per cycle

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