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Nanofluidics

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science-and-technology2 years ago

Unveiling the Unthinkable: The Discovery of an Impossible Hidden World

Scientists have made a breakthrough in nanofluidics by using boron nitride to illuminate and track molecules within nanofluidic structures. This two-dimensional material allows for the direct observation and tracing of individual molecules, providing insights into molecular interactions and surface defects. The discovery has vast implications for understanding the behavior of ions and molecules in biological systems and opens up possibilities for visualizing nanoscale flows caused by pressure or electric fields. This optical imaging technology offers a groundbreaking approach to studying hidden worlds like nanofluidic structures.

science-and-technology2 years ago

Unveiling a Hidden World: Scientists Harness Graphene-Like Material's Surprising Properties

Scientists from EPFL and the University of Manchester have made a breakthrough in nanofluidics by utilizing the fluorescent properties of a graphene-like 2D material, boron nitride. This discovery allows for the tracking of individual molecules within nanofluidic structures, providing new insights into molecular behavior and paving the way for advancements in optical imaging and sensing. The research offers a deeper understanding of molecular properties and has potential applications in visualizing nanoscale flows and studying confined spaces.